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This wine country dream homes' main feature consists of views and sweeping vistas across the Napa Valley from St. Helena to San Francisco. Click on this video to check out the dream home. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Perched In The Hills Above Napa Valley

This Dream Home is Located in one of the city's most sought-after residential neighborhoods, Pacific Heights. The 19th Century mansion features Golden Gate / Bay views and even had its facade featured on the hit series 'Party of Five'. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Renovated 19th Century Victorian Mansion

Located on one of Russian Hill's most sought-after blocks, this sensational home features soaring double-height ceilings in living areas with over-sized Palladian-style windows, sleekly designed staircases, and a fabulous terrace with Golden Gate and Bay views. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Stylish Russian Hill Estate

Located in the most prestigious area of Belvedere Island, this estate boasts panoramic San Francisco skyline and Golden Gate Bridge views. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Belvedere 'Cul De Sac' Estate With Awe-Inspiring Views

This gated custom estate in Diablo, California has an interior adorned with sawn oak floors, a backyard with a fully equipped outdoor cabanna, and more. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: A Diablo 'East Coast' Style Home

Take a look at this custom country style estate on ten acres located amongst the foothills of Mt. Diablo in the city of Alamo. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: In The Foothills Of Mt. Diablo

Listed at $38,000,000, this property in Alamo, Ca spans approximately 62 acres in a setting amongst old growth trees with a backdrop of rolling hills. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Sixty-Two Acre Estate In Alamo, California

This contemporary Napa-style home has 4000 square feet of living space on 11.6 acres and is located near the Silverado Country Club. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Contemporary Napa View Home

This re-designed 7,000 square foot home stands out as a unique place to live as it is in the heart of one of the most famous landmarks in the world, the Palace of Fine Arts. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: The Most Expensive Home In The Marina District

With its own mini vineyard, this Calistoga 'Dream Home' has all the amenities of a private wine country estate plus the modern conveniences of living within city limits. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Cozy Wine Country Bungalow

This residence situated at the crest of Old Town Sausalito has some of the most stunning views in the entire bay area with a contemporary style. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Serene Sausalito Hilltop Living

In one of the biggest lots in Orinda, Ca sits a home that has a regional park like feeling with views from Mt. Diablo to Mt. Tamalpais. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Prestigious, Twenty-Four Acre View Estate In Orinda

Located in the quaint hillside city of Piedmont, Calif., this remodel has a cozy feeling while keeping its modern edge. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Cozy And Modern Piedmont Home

Secluded on an oak studded acre at the very end of Devonshire Canyon in the hills behind San Carlos, this classic California rancher offers the seclusion and aesthetics of a bygone era with modern conveniences. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Country Living On The Peninsula

The home of Pixar filmmaker John Lasseter and his wife Nancy is located on a desirable corner interior lot of Sonoma's prestigious Armstrong Estates and features such amenities as a temperature-controlled wine room. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Pixar Executive's Humble Abode

This gated estate located in the hills above Stanford University offers privacy plus breathtaking bay, lake and hill views from nearly every room. The estate has approx. 12,000 sq. ft. of living space situated on approx. 13 acres. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Luxury In Palo Alto Hills

This grand Sea Cliff residence in San Francisco has 5+ bedrooms, 6 full baths and 3 half bathrooms. Most, if not all, rooms have views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands, and the Pacific Ocean. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Sea Cliff View Estate

San Francisco Bay and Diablo-range vistas surround this exclusive Oakland Hills Estate. Situated on more than one acres of responded grounds with park-like gardens, orchards, pool, spa, and tennis court. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Views From Skyline Boulevard

Prominently located in one of Hillsborough’s premier neighborhoods, this beautifully maintained Spanish architectural gem designed By Henry Adams is a one of a kind. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: One Of A Kind Hillsborough Home

Chateau d’ Avignon, a lavish French chateau completed in 2009, is located at a prime Lindenwood, Atherton address. The estate includes French architectural traditions along with 21st century updated amenities. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Silicon Valley Luxury Estate

Tranquility high above St. Helena. A quiet oasis with compelling views, Villa de Montaña rests peacefully overlooking the breathtaking Napa Valley. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: St. Helena Spanish Mediterranean Estate

Recycled glass counter tops, solar panels, home automation for green living, convenience & energy efficiency, and more. Iris Harrell and Ann Benson own a remodeled home in Portola Valley that meets and exceeds the California-based GreenPoint Rated program. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOME: Green Remodeling In Portola Valley

The Arden Estates Luxury Homes are seven new single family homes in San Francisco that are Green Point Rated. Included in the home is everything from heating using plumbing in the floor to an electric car plug-in outlet in the garage. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Green Luxury In The City

Built with the intentions to evoke the building traditions of Tuscany, “Villa Collina” sits high in the Mayacamas Mountains surrounded by a breathtaking panorama of the Napa Valley and its forested hills. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Tuscany Inspired Villa In Napa Valley

This main Mediterranean styled residence was built by the owner / builder / architect. The estate / vineyard is 34.54 acres total with 18.2 acres planted to vineyard which also borders the Russian River. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Alexander Valley Dream Vineyard Estate & Winery

Heritage oak trees, tropical indoor pool, casino, panoramic views...these are just a few things this dream home in Pleasanton has to offer. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: French Chateau In The Hills Above Pleasanton

Observe all the magic of the Napa Valley from this authentically crafted Tuscan Villa. Situated in the ultra-prestigious eastern hills of Oakville, this residence shares its location with some legendary vineyards. The property boasts 4000 vines of Cabernet & Cab Franc, a crush pad, barrel room and wine cellar. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: A Private Vineyard On 'Magic Hill'

The inspiration for this Sonoma home was drawn from classical architecture, carefully blended with the needs of modern living to create an environment where indoor and outdoor living flow together. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Tranquil Italian Villa In Wine Country

Soda Canyon Ranch, a wonderfully private country retreat situated high on the eastern hills of the world-renown Napa Valley, boasts unparalleled views of the valley and beyond to the twinkling lights of the San Francisco Bay Area. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Private Wine Country Retreat

The S.F. Decorator Showcase is widely considered to be the West Coast's premiere design showhouse event, renowned for featuring the work of the region's top interior and landscape designers. The 2009 showcase is being presented at an elegant and formal Georgian mansion at 2830 Pacific. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: The 2009 San Francisco Decorator Showcase

Step through the pillared gate, and find yourself at one of Ross' most distinguished and coveted properties. A long, estate like driveway, flanked by stone walls, unveils a resort like setting unlike any other within the community. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: One Of Ross' Most Distinguished Properties

This sophisticated contemporary home of cedar, steel and glass includes incredible panoramic S.F. Bay views and in a private setting adjacent to open space and Mt. Tam trails. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Mill Valley Private Getaway

Formerly the Golden Gate Lutheran Church built in 1909, this stunning Gothic Revival style building is now one of the most extraordinary and largest single family homes in San Francisco. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Gothic Revival Castle By Dolores Park

Tour this magnificent, luxurious Tiburon mansion with commanding views of SF, the Golden Gate Bridge, and East Bay. For more information, go to www.185gilmartin.com . Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Stately, Elegant North Bay Estate

Once in a lifetime a property of this beauty and magnitude becomes available on the Tiburon peninsula. Resting on approximately 6.8 acres of tidelands and SF Bay waterfront, this luxury estate has been in the same family since 1926. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Ideal Tiburon Private Retreat

This San Franciscan Villa is in the Prime location of Cow Hollow. Renovated throughout in 2002 this special home offers 21st century amenities while remaining respectful of the original charm and integrity. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Romantic Italian San Franciscan Villa

In the heart of Noe Valley, these two homes show off the best the neighborhood has to offer. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Two Beautiful Noe Valley Abodes

This stunning contemporary French Country home with views over Lake Hennessey is perched upon approximately 8 acres. Newly constructed of metal, massive recycled wood timbers and imported stone. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Contemporary French Country Home

Situated on a desirable street in picturesque and prestigious Sea Cliff, this light-filled corner home has a commanding street presence and an ideal layout for both entertaining and daily living. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Picturesque Sea Cliff Home

This wine country estate embodies all that is the best of Napa Valley living. The inviting outdoor spaces helped to fashion the warm and rich interiors of the main house and separate building 2 bedrooms 2 bath guest quarters. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Chic Napa Home

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. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Stunning SF Italianate Mansion

This award-winning hexagon-shaped glass house of 13,586 square feet sits atop the seventh highest peak in the San Francisco Bay Area and offers visitors compelling views to Mt. Tam, Mt. Diablo, the towers of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: The House Above The Morning Clouds

Situated on a private drive with stately hand-forged iron gates, this exquisite Tuscan five bedroom, five full and one half bath manor is located on a sun-drenched lot in Belvedere. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Tuscan-Insprired Estate Home

Sitting atop a hill in West Novato, this striking Mediterranean style home includes 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths on the main level alone. The home is on 9 private acres surrounded by permanent open space on three sides. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Mediterranean Style Novato Home

This gorgeous 1894 Belvedere Victorian has six bedrooms, five and one half baths, a separate au pair site under the two-car garage, an office, a garden room, an exercise room, a large family room, and a double deepwater dock. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Historic Waterfront Victorian

Secluded by a natural preserve, this Mt. Tiburon home features amenities like stellar views and a simple-stylish look. Watch Video ››
MEGA HOMES: Mt. Tiburon Estate

Perched high above the city on San Francisco’s prestigious Gold Coast, this Renaissance Mansion, designed from a Palazzo in Fiesole, Italy, is an example of determined neoclassicism. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Pacific Heights Classic Hilltop Masterpiece

Located on a prime corner lot in prestigious Pacific Heights, this magnificent European-Style Manor was designed by the architect, Clarence A. Tantau in 1919 for the department store mogul Benjamin F. Schlesinger, who owned the world-renowned city of Paris in San Francisco. Watch Video ››
VIEW TO DIE FOR: Home With A $14.8 Million View

Designed by architect Houghton Sawyer in 1911 this Neo-Classic palazzo was the first residence of Alma and Adolph Spreckels. This elegant mansion stands out amongst many Georgian and Victorian homes of San Francisco and is surrounded by one of the largest residential gardens in Pacific Heights. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Pacific Heights Neo-Classical Mansion

Check out this home that's situated in one of the most sought after locations in the bay. This newly renovated home has amenities like a floating dock, remodeled kitchen with brand new stainless appliances, amazingly beautiful Versailles gardens circling the home that provides an element of complete privacy and quiet serenity. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Pleasant Belvedere Waterfront Home

Located on prestigious Britton Avenue, this is one of the first homes to become available on the water view side of the street in years. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: A Rare Belvedere Find

The most prominent structure on Mt. Tiburon, gated and entirely private, this world-class contemporary offers approximately 7,500 sq. ft. of glass-walled interior space and absolutely unsurpassable views of the entire San Francisco Bay Area. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: High Atop Mt. Tiburon

This sophisticated Henrik Bull home is a natural penthouse in the best Belvedere location w/elevator. This celebrated, mid-century architecture is freshly remodeled with floor to ceiling windows and stunning Bay, City, and Marin views. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Comfortable Modern Home In Belvedere

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Check out this exquisitely designed Tuscan style vineyard estate built with painstaking attention to detail, offering spectacular panoramic views of Napa Valley, Spring Mountain Vineyard and St. Helena from nearly every room. Watch Video ››
MEGA HOMES: $22 Million In Napa

Located in Belvedere, this stately residence has stunning views of Golden Gate, Sausalito and SF. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: A Belvedere Bargain

Exuding the mysterious magnificence of residences along the Amalfi coast, this serene villa weaves a spell of enchantment. In every room a surprise awaits, from 16th or 17th century French or Italian antiques and original architectural features to custom finishes. Watch Video ››
SERENE VILLA: Astoundingly Beautiful Kentfield Estate

Home fit for a King...or a Queen! 11 Roseville Court in Tiburon's 'Banana Belt' is a newly remodeled home with direct views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Charming, Cape Cod Style Home

This Belvedere Island home has been totally remodeled and shows beautifully. The huge and private master suite with a bedroom-size walk-in closet has views of the water, Corinthian island, the bridge, and more. Watch Video ››
DREAM HOMES: Eloquent Belvedere Hideaway

This impressive, 3,856 sqft, refined and well appointed Mill Valley Craftsman home was built in '99. A corner lot at the end of a private cul-de-sac, on ~1/2 acre bordering protected land, this home is classy, private and just 7 mins to GG Bridge. Watch Video ››
MEGA HOMES: Modest Mill Valley Home

This stunning new home has soaring ceilings, grand spaces, a huge master suite, 2 en suite bedrooms, guest house, and a Pool W/spa. This home feels like it belongs in the Hollywood Hills but is nestled behind a row of eucalyptus above Highway 101 at Tiburon Blvd. Watch Video ››
MEGA HOMES: Marin Contemporary Masterpiece

Here's a taste of an exquisite contemporary home and a custom designed Tuscan style mansion in stylish Tiburon. Each home has extravagant views of the bay, and, not to mention, gorgeous interiors. Watch Video ››
MEGA HOMES: $8.8 And $4.8 Million In Tiburon

Stonebrook Court is an architectural masterpiece that is said to have played host to presidents and kings, movie stars and celebrities. Originally built in 1914 and completely restored by its current owner in the last 7 years, this magnificent home is one of the greatest estates in California. Watch Video ››
MEGA HOMES: Los Altos Hills Home At $38 Million

At the turn of the Century, Gordon Blanding, a wealthy San Francisco lawyer bought the Belvedere landmark home built by C.O. Parry, first treasure of Belvedere which included 30 acres on the southern tip of Belvedere Island. He spent ten years to develop a large estate, which consisted six residences and several ancillary buildings. The Blandings lived full time in the main residence known as “Locksley Hall” after the 1906 earthquake destroyed their home in San Francisco. Watch Video ››
BELVEDERE LANDMARK: $65 Million Dollar Home

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From October 23, 2009 through January 10, 2010, the Asian Art Museum showcases Emerald Cities: Arts of Siam & Burma, 1775-1950, the first exhibition of its kind to use a systematic approach to present artworks from this region and period. Watch Video ››
EMERALD CITIES: The Arts Of Siam & Burma

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