950 Lombard Street

Breathtaking views of San Francisco’s most famous bay and city landmarks unfold at this historic estate idyllically set on a green plateau amid one of The City’s largest private gardens. Dating from the 1860s when the elite built their fine residences on massive, gardened, Russian Hill lots, this is one of the few surviving properties of its kind, an enchanting urban oasis of approximately .36 acre that spans the entire city block. This prized trophy property boasts two charming homes on two oversized parcels with sprawling grounds that feature brick walking paths, level lawns, towering redwoods, mature Japanese maples, lush fern gardens and views of the Bay, Alcatraz, Treasure Island, the Bay Bridge, Coit Tower and the Pyramid- all sheltered from the wind on the leeward slope and sequestered from the streets by vine-draped walls. A circa 1908, five-bedroom home designed by the renowned architect Willis Polk sits on Lot 17 (approximately 6,255 sq. ft., A.K.A. 841 Chestnut Street), and a rustic one-bedroom cottage of similar vintage, along with sauna, sunken spa, a former pool site and greenhouse, sits on Lot 10 (approximately 9,481 sq. ft.). Polk designed several Shingle style houses in the late 1800s, and the main home, which is blended with Craftsman motifs, is the last of his Shingle essays. This faded residence is now poised to be updated for the 21st century as the seller has obtained architectural drawings and a site permit to renovate and expand it to approximately 4,360 sq. ft., and to add parking for six cars with elevator access directly to the home.

Located in the heart of the city, this rare hidden haven has a ‘Walk Score’ of 97, with easy access to the Financial District, the Hyde Street cable car, the Wharf, Sterling Park, Washington Square, and North Beach shopping, dining and entertainment.