Seeking a Luxurious Home

When you picture a house filled with luxury, what are you picturing? 

Are you picturing the homes Robin Leach visited before he sent you off with his "champagne wishes and caviar dreams" on "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous"?

I asked my kids this question — two teens that have seen more homes than most (if I make an unexpected left turn, “aw, don’t tell me we’re going to see another house,” they will whine).  

To the question of "luxury," my teenage son immediately brought a home to mind — it’s been a few years, but when he described it, I knew immediately which home it was. 

A gorgeous estate in Alamo Springs with a swim up bar and home theatre. These are the details that stand the test of time.

We all enjoy a test spin in a luxury car, and in the same way, we find a tour of a luxury home a rare treat. If you are shopping for a luxury home, or if you’re not, take a look at these.

Alamo

401 Horse Trail Ct. is offered by Rich Moreno of Sotheby’s Realty. This 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home has 4,908 square feet, and is situated on a half acre in a gated community. The entry is elegant with a gorgeous staircase, and the backyard is private and has a pool and spa. Priced at $2,385,000. See the virtual tour. For showings or more information, call Rich at 925-299-4563.

Danville

866 El Pintado Rd. is offered by Bill Brush of Sotheby’s. Priced at $2,850,000. Newly built in 2006, this is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2 and a half bath, 5,000 square foot home on over three acres filled with gorgeous Heritage oaks. There are beautiful views from this gorgeous home, a sparkling pool, plus barn. See the virtual tour. For showings or questions, please call Bill at 925-831-6238.

San Ramon

5324 Cypress Hawk Ct. is offered by Peter Bareiss of Re/Max Accord. This home is on an exclusive cul-de-sac in the Bridges, a beautiful Shapell-built golf course neighborhood. It has four bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms and more than 5,600 square feet on a quarter-acre lot. Like all the lovely homes in this neighborhood, the house has wonderful curb appeal. The home was built in 2002 and has beautiful finishes. Some rooms have gleaming dark hardwood floors and beautiful details on the ceilings. The views overlooking the golf course are stunning. Priced at $1,750,000. See the virtual tour. For questions or showings, please call Peter at 925-998-5334.

Dublin

2835 E Sugar Hill Terrace is offered by Sue McKinley of Golden Pacific Realty. Located in Dublin Ranch, this newer home (built in 2004) has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 5,115 square feet on a .28 acre lot with beautiful views. Situated across from the golf course, there are upgrades throughout the home including crown molding and plantation shutters. Priced at $1,179,000. See the virtual tour. For showings or more information, please call Sue at 925-413-2866

Pleasanton

9999 Longview Lane is offered by Uwe Maercz of J.Rockcliff. This is a six-bedroom gated estate with five bathrooms, three half baths, and more than 8,300 square feet on nearly four acres.The style is French Chateau, and this custom home has stunning grounds, an elevator, a private tennis court, a media room, a 450-gallon saltwater fish tank, a finished attic — and an indoor pool. See the virtual tour. Priced at $2,999,000. For showings or more information, call Uwe at 925-360-8758.

Livermore

7795 Cedar Mountain Rd. is offered by Donna Garrison and Fran Cunningham of Keller Williams (the Fabulous Properties Team). This is an amazing Tuscan-style estate with vineyards. There are 14+ acres of income-producing grapes and a luxurious 7 bedroom, 7 bathroom home with gorgeous views. The home has 6,671 square feet and was built in 1999. The home sits on a 16 acre lot with lush landscaping and a pool and spa. Priced at $3,950,000. Virtual tour. For showings or more information, please call Donna at 925-980-0273 or Fran at 925-202-6298.