Prime Cow Hollow: Stunning Italianate Mansion with Golden Gate Bridge, Bay, Palace of Fine Arts, Alcatraz  Island, Marin Headlands, Fort Mason, Russian Hill, Coit Tower, City, Mount Diablo and Berkeley Views

ABSTRACT: Exquisite architectural detailing throughout, seven bedrooms (all en-suites), eight full bathrooms and three half bathrooms, formal living room, formal dining room, reception hall, grand foyer, mezzanine, library, seven fireplaces, eat-in kitchen, media room, family room, wine room, au-pair quarters with kitchen, home gymnasium, five walk-out terraces, six cast bronze balconies, garden, exterior illumination and irrigation, gated driveway with parking plus four plus car garage, elevator, security system with cameras, two laundry facilities, wired for Wi-Fi and automatic drapery, Luton lighting throughout. Walking distance to Union Street shopping District, prestigious schools, transportation and easy access to the Golden Gate Bridge.

DESCRIPTION: Built in 1905 by James A. McCullough, this majestic Italianate Villa of approximately 16,000 square feet has been lovingly restored and renovated using the finest in materials and craftsmanship to create the ultimate in state-of-the-art amenities and luxury living. Yet, it still retains the elegance and beauty of the era in which it was built.

The hallmark of this extraordinary home is the dramatic formal entry and Tiffany skylight.

The phenomenal grand formal foyer is the gracious entrance to gorgeous oversized rooms and welcomes you into one of San Francisco’s most spectacular homes. The remarkable architectural detail from the Beaux-Arts period includes an amazing Tiffany fountain, ornate carved ceilings, white marble floors and gracefully curving marble stairway.

The ceiling of the mezzanine, off the grand staircase embraces the unsurpassed beauty of a magnificent Tiffany skylight. This work of fine art rich in color, depth, and design is truly breathtaking.

From the stellar views on all floors from the Golden Gate Bridge to Coit Tower and the elevator that goes to the large sheltered and private roof deck, this home offers a family the utmost in City living.

2820 Scott was San Francisco's Designer Showcase home for 2008. It is located on a large prime lot in the heart of Cow Hollow.

ENTRYWAY: Before one enters this magnificent residence, one cannot help but notice the elaborate front entry with intricate wrought iron work framing the entry door, marble floor and marble paneled walls flanking the entryway. Framing the entryway is a dramatic portico style arched etched glass canopy, that adds to the elegance of this grand home.

MAIN FLOOR: The grand FORMAL ENTRY is highlighted with an exceptional Tiffany glass fountain with lighting, white marble floor with beautiful marble inserts, dramatic hand carved and gilded high ceilings, graceful curving marble staircase, two arched French paned windows with archways and onyx columns, lovely light fixtures, arched wall mirror, two coat closets, one telephone booth and one security station (all with cast bronze panels).

Off the formal entry, there is an ELEGANT CLOAK ROOM with hardwood floors, French paned windows, chandelier, recessed lighting dramatic Moorish panels and high ceilings.

One can access a POWDER ROOM off the cloak room. This bathroom has high ceilings, furniture quality sink with Sherle Wagner faucet and fixtures, Toto toilet, double thermo paned windows, fan, recessed lighting and intricate ceiling molding.

The RECEPTION HALL is enhanced with hardwood floors, high ceilings, arched floor to ceiling mirror flanked by Corinthian pilasters, intricate molding, gorgeous wood paneled faux Bois walls, gold leaf ceiling and French paned mirror. It is here where one is captured and mesmerized by the drama of the large and arched multi-colored one-of-a-kind Tiffany skylight.

The BANQUET SIZED FORMAL DINING ROOM features fabulous views of the Bay and Alcatraz Island, hardwood floors, coffered ceilings with intricate ornate moldings, recessed lighting, crown molding, picture double thermo paned window and an amazing woodburning fireplace with an elaborate mantle that features molding and is flanked by two heraldic coat of arms standing lions. There is also a 1915 mural featuring an antique map. There are two sets of double thermo paned French doors from this room that open out to a wonderful walk-out marble view terrace. There is also garden outlook from this terrace.

The STUNNING REMODELED EAT-IN KITCHEN boasts an abundance of marble countertops, braided stone backsplash, custom cabinetry (some cabinets with glass), under cabinet lighting, Miele built-in steam oven over espresso maker, Lacanche six-burner gas range with griddle, two ovens, warming drawer and broiler (imported from France), pot water filler, stainless steel vent hood with lighting over range, stainless steel GE Monogram microwave, two Miele dishwashers, two Kohler cast iron sinks with Waterworks faucets, In Sink Erator garbage disposal, GE Monogram pull-out trash compactor, two Sub-Zero refrigerators, island with marble countertop, stainless steel Dacor built-in oven, stainless steel Dacor warming drawer, stainless steel Dacor microwave, pantry, molding, French white antique wide plank hardwood floors, high ceilings and recessed lighting. There is a DESK AREA in the kitchen with a marble counter and custom cabinetry. There are double thermo paned French doors in the kitchen that open out to the view marble terrace with views of the Bay, Alcatraz Island and Fort Mason. There is also a double thermo paned door off the kitchen where one can access the side of the house.

The BUTLER'S PANTRY AREA (Catering Kitchen) has a Kohler cast iron sink with Waterworks faucet, marble counter, stone backsplash, an abundance of cabinetry (some with glass), under cabinet lighting, stainless steel Miele Professional dishwasher, Gaggenau refrigerator, Gaggenau wine refrigerator with ice machine, glass door and molding.

There is a remodeled POWDER ROOM off the kitchen with Waterworks mosaic sink, marble floor, high ceiling, fan and Toto toilet.

Before ascending to the second floor, the MEZZANINE, found midway in the grand staircase is enhanced with cast bronze railings, high ceilings, hardwood floors, tile floor, Elsie De Wolf style latticework over mirrored panels, Corinthian wall columns, French paned window, molding, French paned mirror and French paned mirrored doors. This area is lit from above the gorgeous multi-colored arched Tiffany skylight.

SECOND FLOOR: There is a FORMAL LIVING ROOM, MUSIC ROOM, SALON, LIBRARY, TWO BEDROOMS, TWO FULL BATHROOMS AND HALF BATHROOM on this floor.

The grand SALON has two sets of double thermo paned French doors that open out to a wonderful walk-out view marble Romanian crest etched glass surround terrace with Bay, Alcatraz Island, Fort Mason and City views. This room features parquet floors with inlay, picture wall moldings, intricate ceiling moldings, silver leaf ceiling, fireplace with beautiful mantle, recessed lighting, high ceilings and large crystal chandelier and four crystal sconces.

Off the family room, the FIRST BEDROOM offers French double thermo paned doors that open out to a walk-out Bay, Alcatraz Island, Fort Mason and City view terrace. This room has hardwood floors with inlay, double thermo paned window, recessed lighting, intricate molding and walk-in closet with high ceilings and hardwood floors. The walls are all padded kravet material with matching drapery.

Off this bedroom, there is a REMODELED FULL BATHROOM with limestone floor, high ceiling, sink with furniture quality cabinetry and gold colored faucet and fixtures, limestone walls, Kohler toilet, fan, recessed lighting, stall limestone shower with glass enclosure and Shirle Wagner gold plated fixtures, molding and wall mirrors.

The SECOND BEDROOM has a double thermo paned window that frames the Alcatraz Island, Bay, Fort Mason, Russian Hill and City views, fireplace with carved marble mantle, high ceilings, crown molding, hardwood floors, dentil moldings, recessed lighting and a large walk-in closet with hardwood floors.

Off this bedroom, there is a REMODELED FULL BATHROOM with Bay views, high ceilings, double sinks with marble counter, storage cabinets, marble backsplash, wall mirror, dentil and crown molding, Kohler toilet, stone floor, recessed lighting, fan, marble stall shower with glass door, glass enclosure and polished chrome Axor hansgrohe fixture and showerhead, Aquatic deep Jacuzzi tub with jets and marble surround and underlighted bronze glass basins.

Off the hallway, there is a SECURITY/PHONE BOOTH encased in antiqued peach mirrors. It has hardwood floors, high ceiling, chandelier and houses the security cameras and gold pay phone which is hardwired.

The lush wood LIBRARY is graced with built-in bookshelves made with wood post and cold rolled steel shelves with brass, parquet floors, coved wood paneled ceiling and beautiful brass chandelier.

The LARGE FORMAL LIVING ROOM is highlighted with a magnificent white carrera marble fireplace with rose garland design and two caryatids, hardwood floors with inlay that matches the paneled high ceiling, recessed lighting, three French paned doors that open out to Romeo style wrought iron balconies, ceiling molding and crown molding.

There is a MUSIC ROOM off the living room with herringbone hardwood floors with inlay, French paned windows, coffered antique ornamented ceiling with intricate moldings and lovely detailing, wainscotting and wall mirror framed with beautiful detailing and Corinthian pilasters.

Off the music room, there is a REMODELED HALF BATHROOM with Bay views, antiqued wall mirrors, hardwood floors with inlay, Sherle Wagner gold plated sink and faucets, Toto toilet, chandelier, recessed lighting, French paned window, molding, high ceiling and double thermo paned window with custom sandblasting, which matches the wall paper.

Off the hallway, the ELEVATOR HALL features high ceilings, hardwood parquet floors, recessed lighting, wainscotting and molding.

Off the hallway, a storage closet and three vintage wall sconces complete this magnificent floor.

As one goes upstairs to the Third floor, one notices the cast bronze staircase and the French paned window that filters in natural light.

THIRD FLOOR: There are FOUR BEDROOMS, FOUR BATHROOMS AND A LAUNDRY CLOSET ON THIS FLOOR.

The FIRST BEDROOM is graced with Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts and Bay views, hardwood floors, high ceiling, crown molding, fireplace with 18th century marble and gold dore ormulu mantle, recessed lighting, French paned windows and two closets.

There is a REMODELED FULL BATHROOM off this bedroom with marble slab floor, Toto toilet, stall marble shower with glass enclosure with chrome on brass, glass door, recessed lighting in shower, Perrin Rowe polished chome fixtures in shower, crown molding, etched glass double thermo paned window, ceiling fan, custom lighting, double Kohler sinks with Perrin and Rowe faucets, storage cabinets and drawers and wall mirror.

The SECOND BEDROOM has hardwood floors, crown molding, high ceilings, cream silk wall paper, recessed lighting, walk-in closet, double thermo paned view window and double thermo paned French doors that open out to a walk-out deck with spectacular Alcatraz Island, Fort Mason, Transamerica Pyramid, Coit Tower and City views.

There is a REMODELED FULL BATHROOM off this bedroom with limestone floor, pedestal sink, wall sconces, crown molding, recessed lighting, shower over deep cast iron Kohler tub with limestone slab surround, crown molding, recessed lighting, Kohler toilet and French double thermo paned doors that open out to a walk-out deck with amazing Alcatraz Island, Fort Mason, Transamerica Pyramid, Coit Tower and City views.

The THIRD BEDROOM (HER MASTER EN-SUITE) is enhanced with five large windows that frame the Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Marin Headlands, Alcatraz Island, Fort Mason, Russian Hill and City views. This room boasts hardwood floor, gas burning fireplace with lovely carved Italian marble mantle with a flat screen television with two way mirror above, two built-in bookshelves flanking the fireplace with antique mirrored cabinets, recessed lighting, crown molding, an antique mirrored mini-bar with a Miele coffee/latte machine, small bar sink and beverage refrigerator, high ceiling, two huge walk-in closets and double thermo paned French doors that open out to an expansive marble terrace with Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Bay, Marin Headlands and Alcatraz Island views.

There is a REMODELED FULL BATHOOM (HER MASTER BATHROOM) off this bedroom with double sinks with gold onyx inlay, storage and Grohe faucets, marble floor, high ceiling, fan, crown molding, Toto toilet in water closet with curved floor to ceiling glass door, stall marble shower with bench and Mr. Steam, beveled mirrored walls, Perrin and Rowe fixtures and curved floor to ceiling glass door and large Aquatic Jacuzzi tub with jets and book-matched onyx surround.

The FOURTH BEDROOM (HIS MASTER EN-SUITE) on this floor has hardwood floors, high ceilings, crown molding, walk-in closet, recessed lighting, large picture double thermo paned window framing the gorgeous views, French doors that open out to the wrought iron balcony and French double thermo paned doors that open out to an awesome marble terrace with Golden Gate Bridge, Bay, Alcatraz Island, Palace of Fine Arts and Marin Headlands views.

There is a REMODELED FULL BATHROOM (HIS MASTER BATHROOM) off this bedroom with marble floor, mirrored walls, recessed lighting, double Kohler cast iron sinks with marble counter, an abundance of furniture quality custom cabinetry with recessed panels in walnut burl, Toto toilet, fan, high ceilings, stall shower with marble floor and espresso glass tiled surround, Mr. Steam shower, marble bench in shower, glass enclosure and glass door.

Off the hallway, there is a LAUNDRY CLOSET with Kenmore washer and dryer side by side. There is also a closet for storage, recessed lighting and access to the elevator off the hallway. One can access the walk-out marble view terrace off the hallway. A MECHANICAL CLOSET off the hallway completes this floor. There is a staircase with custom cast glass newell posts from this floor where one can access the rooftop.

ROOFTOP: As one reaches this amazing rooftop by foot or by elevator, one is absolutely mesmerized by the spectacular panoramic Golden Gate Bridge, Bay, Palace of Fine Arts, Alcatraz Island, Coit Tower, Marin Headlands, Russian Hill, Transamerica Pyramid and City views. The glass enclosure shelters this phenomenal space.

There is a fabulous stainless steel KITCHEN on the rooftop. This kitchen features two stainless steel deep Viking sinks (one with a Grohe faucet) with stainless steel cabinets, Kitchen Aid stainless steel trash compactor, Kitchen Aid stainless steel ice maker, two Kitchen Aid stainless steel wine coolers and a Viking Professional stainless steel grill with storage drawers, cabinets and extra double burner cooktop.

There is a landscaped garden, slate tiled patio, iron wood patio and outdoor lighting. There is an abundance of space to add outdoor tables, chairs and plentiful furniture for outdoor living. This seldom seen rooftop space is perfect for entertaining and lavish parties.

LOWER FLOOR: There is a wide staircase that descends to this lower floor. There is a MEDIA/FAMILY ROOM, GAME ROOM, AU-PAIR QUARTERS with FULL BATHROOM, KITCHEN AND LAUNDRY FACILITY, HOME GYM, WINE CELLAR, WET BAR, ADDITIONAL FULL BATHROOM, ACCESS TO GARDEN and LARGE GARAGE on this floor.

The inviting and sprawling MEDIA/FAMILY ROOM is highlighted with a gas burning fireplace with 18th century red marble mantle, hardwood floors, high ceilings, recessed lighting, coffered ceiling with intricate moldings, dentil molding and ionic pilasters.

Off the media/family room, there is a GAME ROOM with hardwood floors, marble floor, recessed lighting, two floor to ceiling arched double thermo paned windows over looking the garden, arched wall mirror, wall columns and double thermo paned French doors that open out to a walk-out glass enclosed deck with Bay and Alcatraz Island views. There is also lovely garden outlook from this deck.

The AU-PAIR QUARTERS (with its own entrance) offers a BEDROOM, FULL BATHROOM, KITCHEN and LAUNDRY FACILITY. The BEDROOM has white oak herringbone floors, linen fabric walls, high ceiling, crown molding, recessed lighting, double thermo paned window, walk-in closet and a door where one can access the side of the house. The REMODELED FULL BATHROOM has a Toto toilet, shower over tub with Grohe showerhead and fixtures, glass enclosure and tile surround, crown molding, high ceiling, fan, marble floor, Deca cast iron sink with Grohe polished chrome faucet, recessed lighting and double thermo paned window. The EAT-IN REMODELED KITCHEN boasts custom cabinetry, back painted glass countertops, Sub-Zero refrigerator with pull-out freezer, stainless steel Bosch dishwasher, Bosch stainless steel four-burner gas range with oven, Bosch stainless steel microwave over range with fan and light, Kindred stainless steel sink with Grohe faucet, hardwood floors, high ceiling, crown molding, double thermo paned windows, built-in desk area with drawers and a door where one can access a walk-out deck and the beautiful garden. There is a KENMORE ELITE WASHER/DRYER SIDE BY SIDE IN THE KITCHEN.

There is a wonderful WINE CELLAR for those wine aficionados off the hallway.

Off the hallway, there is a WET BAR with glass counter, storage cabinets, marble floor, gold colored sink with faucet, U Line wine cooler and ice machine, high ceiling, crown molding, recessed lighting and wall mirrors with custom inlaid champagne bubbles. Off the wet bar area, there is a closet with an etched glass door.

There is a HOME GYM with crown molding, high ceilings, mirrored walls, rubber flooring and recessed lighting. There is a REMODELED SPA-STYLE FULL BATHROOM off this room with river rock floor, Duravit sink with Dorn Bracht polished chrome faucet, floor to ceiling wall mirrors, Kohler toilet, fan, high ceiling, stall shower with river rock floor, Grohe shower fixtures, frosted glass walls, glass shower bench, Mr. Steam shower, recessed lighting in shower, glass door and glass enclosed shower.

There is a mechanical closet off the home gym, access to the large four plus car garage and a door where one can access the side of the house.

GARDEN: The private and serene garden features mature trees, lush foliage and blooming plants. The yard is fenced, offers a sprinkler system, wide stepping stones, glass sculptures, Buddha, and an exterior illumination system.