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These doors are examples
of the custom work by Beckstrom & Co.
Door man
Bob Beckstrom’s company has been selling wood doors
and millwork to the Western market for 50 years
By Jane Knoerle Almanac Lifestyles Editor
the business of supplying custom doors. Atherton is filled
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hen Beckstrom and Co. started as a manu- with impressive homes sporting Beckstrom’s doors, includ-
facturer’s representative selling wood doors ing those of Jerry Rice and former resident Joe Montana.
50 years ago, a rail car load of doors (1,200 of “I stuffed one of our brochures in Joe Montana’s mail-
them) cost $9,000. Today many front door units cost box,” says Mr. Beckstrom. “His contractor later told me
$9,000 or a lot more. they (Joe and Jennifer Montana) picked doors out they
In those early days, the company’s products were sold saw in the brochure.” Now craftsmen-style doors are real popular, especially in
mostly for large tract developments. Hollywood has also beckoned. Mr. Beckstrom recalls a this area,” he says. “We sell a lot of doors up in Tahoe. They
“The builders used all flush trip south to correct a problem love mahogany and alder (wood).”
doors because they were cheap, with a French door in Heather Homeowners, especially those with imposing houses,
$4 or $5 each,” says Bob Beck- Locklear’s Bel Air home. want a door that is rich-looking, not garish. They are looking
strom of Menlo Park, the com- He recounts the thrill of tour- to make a statement. After all, “The thing you see first is the
Bob Beckstrom supplies
pany’s president. ing George Lucas’ Skywalker front door,” he says.
Twenty years ago, the com- doors to the rich, famous Ranch when it was being built. An Oregon coast resident wanted a door with glass
pany began specializing in The main house was patterned panels tinted blue to resemble waves. An Asian dragon
and the rest of us.
custom wood doors and mill- after the Victorian mansion theme was carried out in carvings on entry doors and in
work for residential and com- featured in the television pro- etchings on a second pair of doors in the front entry in
mercial developments. gram “Falconcrest.” Doors of a another home. Many costly entry ways feature panels of
Today the emphasis is on quality, says Mr. Beckstrom, different species of wood were used on each floor: fir, white beveled leaded glass. The price tag on an elaborate entry
with panel doors the popular choice. oak, maple, mahogany and cherry. The five-floor-house can easily reach $20,000.
Beckstrom & Co. carries all-wood doors made from any included a theater seating 50. Mr. Beckstrom represents Summit Woodworking
wood specie, generally available in any size. For example, The late cowboy actor and singer Roy Rogers commis- Mill in Oregon. “It started out as two guys working in
36 doors made for the St. Francis Hotel in San Francisco are sioned a front door with stained glass panels and carved a garage outside their house, now they have 15 employ-
16-feet tall. images of his horse, Trigger. ees.” A custom door usually takes eight to 10 weeks from
“We have also supplied several winery doors in Napa that You don’t see the use of much stained glass anymore, order to installation.
measure 10 feet wide by 12 feet tall,” says Mr. Beckstrom. says Mr. Beckstrom. “People don’t want color. Rain Beckstrom & Co. moved from San Mateo to Menlo Park
Homeowners are also finding bigger is better. “A few years glass, bamboo glass, and seedy glass (patterned glass) in 1960. Mr. Beckstrom started working for the company,
ago, the 6-foot, 8-inch tall door was standard. Now many are popular,” he says. founded by his father, the late John Beckstrom, in 1968.
are going for the 8-foot door.” Styles in doors come and go. “In the 70s and 80s, the
Bob Beckstrom agrees he couldn’t be in a better place for wagon wheel (with a half circle window) was a real hot item. SeeDOOR MAN,page 31
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M O N E Y & B U S I N E S S
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Your place for fitness, fun, and family.
Wikia.com launches travel site
• Open swim and laps
7 days per week
By Sean Howell
• Lessons year-round
Special to the Almanac pedia.com, an encyclopedic It also contains a list of recent
for kids of all levels
collection of single articles. and upcoming events.
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he creators of Menlo However, the site is far from • Fitness, swim teams,
Park-based Wikia.com Adaptable travel guide complete. The Golden Gate water polo, triathlon
have launched a new World.wikia.com is made up of Bridge is the only listing under
• PLUS picnics and
“wiki” for travelers to share some 1,000 pages edited by over “Bay Area Landmarks,” and
Friday Movie Nights!
information about places 50 users, Mr. Kaufman said. currently there are no entries
they’ve visited. He likened World.wikia.com for concert venues, bars or
World.wikia.com differs to a home page from which users nightclubs.
Program info, hours,
from traditional travel guides can browse through geographic Menlo Swim and Sport directions, prices and more:
in that users can create and regions and learn a wide variety Edit away 501 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025 www.menloswim.com
edit its content, site founder of information about each place. That, Mr. Kaufman said, is 650-328-SWIM (7946)
Bill Kaufman said. Visitors to The site also allows users to pro- where users come in. Before
the site can edit information vide tips about traveling to niche the site can become a viable
on any page they wish, or cre- audiences, such as travelers with source for travelers, it will need
ate new pages to address a topic pets and children, or lesbian and help from people who have
that hasn’t yet been covered. gay travelers. visited or live in the cities listed
It also has the advantages “The community will deter- on the page.
of being free and containing mine which direction these arti- “At this point, there are lots
updated information contrib- cles and projects will go, but the of holes in the content,” Mr.
uted by a number of users, Mr. purpose of the wiki is to focus on Kaufman said. “But that’s part
Kaufman said. anything a traveler would find of the attraction for some who
World.wikia.com is one of relevant,” Mr. Kaufman said. want to be the first to add con-
over 1,500 Web sites based The home page for San Fran- tent to a wiki.”
on Wikia.com. Each “wiki” cisco, for instance, features Because the project is in the
addresses a specific topic, rang- photos of the city, information early stages of development,
ing from travel to specific TV about politics and transporta- users can list pages that need
shows to academic fields. tion, lists of local schools and work on the home page, as well
It was founded by James newspapers, and brief descrip- as the cities that they found to
Wales, who also created Wiki- tions of other Bay Area cities. be most complete.
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Keith Kadera joins
Coldwell Banker
Keith Kadera is a new sales
associate at the Coldwell Banker
Residential Brokerage office at Peninsula GI Research Cortland Marcelli,
800 El Camino Real in Menlo Redwood City Clinical Research Coordinator
Park, office manager Wendy
tel: [phone]
McPherson has
announced. www.gerd411.com
He previous-
ly worked as
Serving the Community
senior director
of sales train- for over 52 years
Cowboy actor and ing and busi-
singer Roy Rogers ness alliances
had this custom door at Hitachi Data
Keith Kadera
carved with his initials Systems. He
and images of his horse, and his wife
Trigger. own 1-800-DryClean, a free
pickup and delivery service for
dry cleaning and laundry.
DOOR MAN floor of 648 Menlo Ave. in Mr. Kadera is co-chief ambas- Specializing in
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All three of the Beckstrom Chamber of Commerce and is
Property Sales
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Bob Beckstrom is a graduate of children, Rob, Lori and Casey, chairperson for the Hometown
Menlo-Atherton High School, are M-A graduates. Bob and his Holidays Festival for Kids in Commercial & Residential
class of 1960, and president of wife, Mary, live in Menlo Oaks. downtown Redwood City. Rental
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the Menlo-Atherton Alumni Ms. Beckstrom is a teacher at A past president of the Kennedy
Association. After graduating Laurel School. Middle School PTA, he annu- Apartments, Condominiums and Homes
from Humboldt State Univer- Mr. Beckstrom is used to ally chaperones a 10-day, seventh- Property Management
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sity, he worked for United Air people making jokes about The grade Grand Canyon trek.
Lines for a few years. Doors, asking him if he is a fan
“My dad asked me to watch of the late singer, Jim Morrison. We are here to serve you!
the store for him while he had a He has his own little joke. At the
cataract operation. I never left. I old Town Club, once the hang-
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hope Rob will do the same.” out for Menlo Park movers and
Rob is his son, who joined shakers, he sometimes contrib-
the firm in 2003. “I needed his uted the door prize. It was, of CLICK HERE FOR
Updated news: >>
computer savvy,” says his dad. course, a door, courtesy of Beck- LATEST NEWS 961 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA 94061
Offi ce: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
Father and son run a two-man strom & Co.
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800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Call 326-
Open Space Preserve, Monte Bello Road, refreshments and Nike shoe trials. Sundays,
2025. www.peninsulavolunteers.org
Cupertino. www.openspace.org through Oct. 15, 8 a.m. Palo Alto High School,
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Free Meter Exhibits “Everybody Sing” 7:30 p.m.; “Thorough- 374-0510. www.nikemarathon.com
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Demonstrations Ships. The Museum of American Heritage p.m.; Aug. 29-31: “Strike Up the Band” 7:30
in partnership with South Bay Model Ship- p.m.; “Little Nellie Kelly” 5:40 and 9:50 p.m.
wrights tell the story of maritime heritage Stanford Theatre, 221 University Ave., Palo Food Addicts In Recovery. A program
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Oksana V. Johnson: Florals and Cantabile Youth Singer Auditions. music for masses. Prospective singers
Landscapes in Oils. Art Exhibit by Rus- Cantabile Youth Singers, under the artistic must be able to sight-read and be able to
At Kepler’s sian-American Impressionist Oksana Valen- direction of Elena Sharkova, announce produce a straight tone. Call to schedule
tinova Johnson. Through Aug. 31. Atherton auditions for fall enrollment in all levels of appointment. Through Sept. 30. St. Ann
Russell Targ of Palo Alto will talk Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton. choirs. Sat., Aug. 26, 10 a.m.-noon. Call or Chapel, 541 Melville Ave., Palo Alto. Call
Call 592-7267. www.athertonlibrary.org e-mail for more information. Free. Foothill [phone].
about his new book, “The End
Open Studios. Exhibition of textured oil Congregational Church, 461 Orange Ave., Tenors and Bass Auditions. Held by
of Suffering: Fearless Living in paintings by Sophie Gauthier. Showing Tue.- Los Altos. Call 424-1410. www.cantabile.org the California Bach Society Aug. 28, 7-9 p.m.
Troubled Times,” at 7:30 p.m. Fri., through Aug. 30, 12:30-6 p.m. Free. El Camino Youth Symphony Audi- Choral ensemble that specializing in Renais-
Tuesday, August 22, at Kepler’s Harrell Square, 1954 Old Middlefield Way, tions. ECYS invites young musicians ages sance and Baroque music. The audition
Unit D, Mountain View. Call 575-3701. www. 6-20 to join the music education program includes vocalizing, sight singing, and a short
bookstore in Menlo Park. Mr. Targ
placebellecour.com/info/news.htm for the 2006-07 season. Audition applica- solo of your choice. Address given upon
is a physicist and a cofounder of Paintings and Collage. Work of Susy tions are being accepted for all levels. Audi- registration, Palo Alto. Call [phone].
the Stanford Research Institute’s Siddens. Open daily, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Show- tions will take place through Sept. Submit www.calbach.org
project to investigate psychic ing through Aug. 31. All pieces available for an audition application online.
purchase. Canyon Coffee Roastery, 3203 Call 327-2611. www.ecys.org Et Alia
abilities in the 1970s and 1980s.
Oak Knoll Dr., Redwood City. www.painting- San Francisco Choral Artists Audi-
The event is free. Kepler’s is at sandcollage.com tions. Artistic Director Magen Solomon will Africa: a Continent of Contrasts.
1010 El Camino Real. For more Papua New Guinea Sculpture Gar- hold auditions Aug. 28 or by appointment. Photographs will be displayed and prints will
information, call 324-4321. den. Created on-site at Stanford by artists For experienced singers. www.sfca.org be sold to benefit Yosefe elementary school,
from Papua New Guinea, the garden contains Tenor Soloist Audition. St. Ann Cha- located in Mfuwe, Zambia. Through Aug. 31,
wood and stone carvings of people, animals, pel is seeking a tenor to join the profes- 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Petes Frame Factory
and magical beings that illustrate clan stories sional solo quartet that provides service Outlet, 11 Fourth St, San Mateo.
Talks/Authors “3 Artists”. Paintings by father and son, and creation myths. Tours available 3rd Sun-
Gilbert Marosi and Robert Marosi Bustamante. day monthly, 2 p.m. through Dec. 16. Free.
A Night of Poetry. With Palo Alto poet Paintings by Nona Haydon. Through Sept Meet at the corner of the Papua New Guinea
Sharon Olson. Aug. 29, 7:30 p.m. Free. 14. At the Center for Integrated Systems. Sculpture Garden, at Santa Teresa and Lomi- TOWN OF WOODSIDE
Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Free. Stanford Art Spaces, 420 Via Palou, ta Dr.. http://museum.stanford.edu
Stanford. Call 725-3622. http://cis.stanford.
Park. Call 324-4321. www.keplers.com Peninsula Plein Air Exhibition. A
edu/~marigros
collection of artwork depicting Peninsula
Volunteers Chinese Painting on the Eve of the places by Bay Area artists. Through Sept. INVITES APPLICATIONS
Communist Revolution. Exploring the 3. Free. Filoli, 86 Canada Road, Woodside.
Filoli Nature Education Docent. art of the 20th-century with Chinese artist Call 364-8300. www.filoli.org
Nature education training Oct.-March. Zhang Suqi. Wed.-Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thu. Photo Exhibit. “Floral Fantasy” by local FOR COMMITTEES
Classes are taught by a naturalist and will 11 a.m.- 8 p.m.; closed Mondays and Tues- photographers Bob and Joy Rewick. An array
focus on plants. Applications are now being days. Through Oct. 29. Cantor Arts Center, of over 70 close-up floral images transformed
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Road, Woodside. www.filoli.org Conflict and Art. Encompassing a Museum, 1651 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo.
Hug A Servicewoman. Palo Alto spectrum of responses to conflicts of war Call 254-0110. www.coyoteptmuseum.org Meets second Wednesday of each month, 7:30
Rebekah Lodge invites people to assist in and solitary quests, this exhibition conveys Reginald Rice: Watercolor paintings.
filling care packages for American Service- how artists and makers of ritual objects have Paintings, mostly of landscapes, on exhibit p.m.; appointment for a one-year term.
women serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. interpreted the harsh realities of conflict in weekdays through Aug. 31, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.
WSeeed w., eAbusgit.e 2 f3o,r 6c:o3n0t rpib.mut. iopnostl.u Fcrke de.i nPnaelor. EThurrooupgeh, tAheu gA.m 27e.r iFcraese,. ACfraicnato, ra Anrdts A Cseian. ter, Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. The Committee advises and recommends to
Alto Masonic Temple, 461 Florence St., Palo Museum Way and Lomita Dr., Stanford. Nature Photography and Art. Art
Alto. Call 575-4565. www.anysoldier.com http://museum.stanford.edu exhibit by nature photographer and artist the Town Council on the policies for planning,
Jeanne Gadol. Display will focus on wildlife
Needed at Filoli. Volunteer opportunities Exhibit Tours. Free docent-led tours dur- and landscapes from northern California, developing, maintaining, and usage of Town's
as a house and garden docent, assist the hor- ing exhibitions of IDEO and Creative Com- Africa and the Arctic. Through Aug. 31. Alle-
ticultural staff, work in the cafÈ, garden shop merce. Private tours available. Saturdays, 2 gro Gallery, 3130 Alpine Rd., Portola Valley. bikeways system and provides an open forum
or provide general office support. Contact p.m., through Sept. 10. Palo Alto Art Center,
Bruce Fogel [email protected]. Free. Filoli, 86 1313 Newell Road. “Abstractions and Perceptions.” for bicycle issues.
Exhibition of work by Karl L. Jensen.
Canada Road, Woodside. www.filoli.org Faces of India. An exhibit of nature photog-
Through Sept. 24. Includes charcoal draw-
Outdoor Education Leaders. Needed raphy and abstract patterns by Tom Wagner ings, ink drawings and sprayed acrylic paint-
for the Mid-peninsula Regional Open Space are on display through Aug. 31. Keeble and ings that explore the continuum between C E
District’s school nature study field trip pro- Shuchat Photography, 290 California Ave., literal and abstract. Thu.-Sun., 1-5 p.m. Free. ONSERVATION AND NVIRONMENTAL
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setting. Training begins Oct. 3. Sign up by Contemporary Printmakers. Through
The Poetic Image. The show runs
Sept. 19. David C. Daniels Nature Center, Sept. 28, 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. 40 monotypes Meets fourth Monday of each month, 5:30 p.m.;
through Sept 10. Hours: Wed.-Fri., 11 a.m.-4
Skyline Blvd. and Page Mill Rd., Los Altos. by Paper Gem Printmakers with assem-
p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Main
Call 691-1200. www.openspace.org blage, etching, transfer, etc. Sponsored by appointment for a two-year term.
Gallery, 1018 Main St., Redwood City.
Heritage Bank. Free. Community School
Art
of Music and Arts at Finn Center, 230 San
Antonio Circle, Mountain View. Call 917- Auditions The Committee advises and assists the Town
Conflict and Art Free Public Tours. 6800, ext 306. www.arts4all.org
Docents teach about the exhibition “Conflict Summer Art Show. Traditional tech- Cantabile Chorale 2006-2007 Audi- Council, Planning Commission, and staff
tions. Auditioning for all voice parts by
and Art.” The works in this exhibition repre- nique: watercolor on paper and oil on
sent art from Europe, the Americas, Africa, canvas by Jennefer Shpilman and Alexandr appointment. See website or call for infor- on conservation, open space, noise, public
mation. Aug. 28, 7-10 p.m. First Presbyterian
and Asia. Tours Thursdays, 12:15 p.m.; Rapoport. Through Aug. 27. Free. Sheridan
Saturdays and Sundays, 2 p.m. Free. Cantor Exhibition Room, 360 Sheridan Avenue, Palo Church, 1140 Cowper Ave., Palo Alto. Call services and facilities as pertaining to the
424-1410. www.cantabile.org
Arts Center, 328 Lomita Dr., Stanford. Alto. Call 330-1623. www.designart.com
elements of the Town's General Plan.
Ice cream social in Portola Valley R C
ECREATION OMMITTEE
Meets first Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m.;
To begin the new school year on a note of sweet- The training program will run from Septem- appointments for three-year and two-year
ness, the Portola Valley library has scheduled ber 6 through early December, said spokesman
terms.
an ice cream social for school-aged children on Earle Jones. Volunteers commit to work two days
Saturday, September 9, between 2 and 4 p.m. per month.
The Committee guides the activities of the
At the “Scoop for Books” event, sponsored by To volunteer, call the docent coordinator’s office
Friends of the Portola Valley Library, children at 879-2025 by August 30. To learn more about community recreation programs.
can sign up becoming a docent, call Mr. Jones at 854-2025.
for a library ■ NOTES
USGS talk on hidden faults
card and learn
about the library’s collection. Children’s programs Geophysicist R.D. Catchings will talk about Committees are volunteer positions and serve
include stories read aloud, a summer reading club, new discoveries that may change our view of in an advisory capacity to the Town Council.
and special performances. earthquake hazards under Silicon Valley on
The library is located at Corte Madera School Thursday, August 24, at 7 p.m., in Building 3 Interested residents may request information
at 4575 Alpine Road in Portola Valley. For more of the U.S. Geological Survey, 345 Middlefield
and applications Monday through Friday, 8:00
information, call 851-0560. Road in Menlo Park.
a.m.-12 noon and 1:00-5:00 p.m. at Town
Dr. Catchings will review seismic profiles that
Ano Nuevo Reserveseeks volunteers
have revealed deep structures and previously Hall, 2955 Woodside Road, on the web site at
The Ano Nuevo State Reserve, located along unknown faults under Santa Clara Valley. These
www.woodsidetown.org, or telephone (650)
the coast south of Half Moon Bay, is seeking invite comparison with the disastrous 1994 North-
volunteers and docent candidates to lead guided ridge earthquake, which occurred on a hidden fault 851-6790. Deadline for applications is Friday,
walks during the winter to inform visitors similar to some now known locally. September 15, 2006, 5:00 p.m.
about the local wildlife. For information, call 329-5000.
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MENLO PARK...Newly remod. home situated in desir- MENLO PARK…West Menlo Beauty! Large corner ATHERTON…Best Value in Atherton! Tucked behind a
able W. Menlo Park. 3BR/2BA, Mstr BR featuring lot close to Oak Knoll & Hillview Schools. Beautiful berm & private gate is this stunning contemp. 5 bd/3.5ba
French doors leading to new deck & charming garden. backyard w/expansive brick patio, pool, hot tub & home w/ gorgeous views. 1bd/1ba guesthouse, 1bd/1ba
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appl. Vaulted ceil in LR, DR, & Kit. Lrg 2 car gar. kitchen, plantation shutters and so much more! very quiet! Landscape boasts spectacular gardens, pool,
ARNON MATITYAHU/ CAMILLE EDER $1,835,000 gazebo, sauna, ponds, waterfalls.
SABRINA FANUCCHI $1,295,000 SUZANNE SCOTT $3,999,000
■ ATHERTON ■ ■ PALO ALTO ■
This prime West Atherton flag lot boast of level, sunny This 2 story home has two large BD/1.5 BA. 2 fireplaces,
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Lloyden Park Charmer. Extensive remodel in 2000. Alto Schools.
3BD/2BA Kitchen w/granite counters baths with TED PAULIN $840,000
imported tiles. Large Master Suite with walk-in closet Central dwntwn 2BD + loft. Santa Barbara styled com-
& fireplace. Formal LR & DR. Elegant designer colors. plex. Penthouse very spacious & light. Newly painted &
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MENLO PARK…New Listing and it is a true 10! DANA CAPPIELLO $829,000
KEN & CAROL REEVES $1,795,000
Smashing 3BR home w/detached studio & bath. ■ REDWOOD CITY ■
Very tastefull all new décor in/out! Family Rm. ■ BELMONT ■
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great room style living room. Open kitchen w/informal
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eating area. Cherry flrs, crown molding & solid doors
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sep. shower.
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This spacious 5BD/3BA home has been extensively ■ REDWOOD SHORES ■
remodeled. Gourmet kitchen, Custom baths, beauti-
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throughout. Three decks. Covered parking.
■ EAST PALO ALTO ■ VIVIAN VELLA $599,900
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MENLO PARK…Charm and more charm in this Fenced prop. w/additional lighting outside. Private view. Spacious 4 bedrooms, new double pane
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Custom computer center & hutch in kitchen. Stained glass
Lomitas Schools. inserts & open beams. New roof, Anderson bay windows. Turnkey home on the San Gregorio/La Honda border.
ALEXANDRA VON DER GROEBEN $1,048,800 JANET LAWSON BURR $545,000 3BD/2BA. Open floor plan. Home orients to rear yard and
■ MENLO PARK ■ views of hills. Running creek w/water rights included.
JANET LAWSON BURR $885,000
Dramatically remodeled townhouse in Park Forest. New ■ SAN JOSE ■
Kitchen, Baths, Cherry hardwood floors, limestone sur-
faces. Superior lighting and finishes, all with a French Excellent locations! Nicely updated duplexes w/newer
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Super clean recently renovated Condo. New tile flooring separate patio & garage. Convenient to Hwys 85 & 17.
in Kitchen and Bath. Turn key, ready to move in. Sold separately.
HELEN GONIA $379,000 MARY JO MCCARTHY $815,000
■ MOUNTAIN VIEW ■ Spacious home. 2BD/1BA added with separate entrance.
WOODSIDE…Central Woodside’s most sought after Great for 2 family living.
location! Gorgeous views of the western hills from Excellent opportunity to build a new home. Preliminary SALLY KWOK $799,000
plans for new house plus a 2 car garage. Los Altos High
this prime, sunny, level site. Minutes from school and School District. Completely updated and remodeled. New kitchen, windows,
paver driveway and patio. Excellent schools and location.
town. Ready to build. On sewer. PAUL SKRABO $499,000
BRENDAN ROYER $699,950
ELIZABETH DASCHBACH $2,550,000 Lovely condo in Questa Park area, ready to move in. This
second floor beauty was just painted, has new carpet and ■ WOODSIDE ■
tile floors. Huge balcony!
Desirable sunny Woodside Heights location. Newly construct-
BARBARA KLEM $395,000
ed Craftsman-Style home. 4 Bedrooms, 2 en Suite, + office/
■ PALO ALTO ■ library. Established vineyard, professional landscaping, horse
property with pool and deck on the Woodside Trail system.
Charming 3 Bedroom and 2 Baths in Old Palo Alto,
GARY MCKAE $5,880,000
great potential to build new or remodel. Two separate
units can be accommodated. Home has separate Family 4BR/3BA with gourmet kit & wood-fired oven. Massive
room and Dining room. Deep lot with a big backyard. granite stone FP, stone deck w/panoramic views. With
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Charming Ranch in the Ventura Neighborhood of Palo DANA CAPPIELLO /STEVE GRAY $2,400,000
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geotech done. Build your dream home! Ventura Community Center and Robles Park. Quiet, private and unique. Portola Valley Schools.
MATT SHANKS $1,395,000 TED PAULIN $860,000 CAMILLE EDER $1,548,000
1377 El Camino Real, Menlo Park (650) 614-3500 • 2989 Woodside Road, Woodside (650) 529-1000
496 First Street, Suite 100, Los Altos [phone] • 300 El Camino Real, San Carlos [phone]
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1825 Oak Avenue, Menlo Park 2361 Bryant Street, Palo Alto
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8 Friars Lane, Woodside
Stunning Views, Sleek Villa Style in Woodside
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vineyards and elegant grounds that cater to both active and meditative
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nearly every direction, the home's expansive living areas are filled with
natural light from dawn to dusk.
Features: • Pool House
• Four Bedrooms (possibly 5) • Lots of Natural Light
• 3 1/2 Bathrooms throughout home
• Over Three Acres of usable • 3 car Garage
land that is fully fenced, has • Large decks
large lawns and drought tolerant • Japanese & Zen gardens
landscaping, a well and storage • Quite cul-de-sac
tanks for irrigation • Minutes from 280, 5 minutes
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counters, new appliances, new • Separate home Gym
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• Huge Family Room with fireplace schools
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August 23, 2006■TheAlmanac■ 37
1720 Poppy Avenue, Menlo Park
OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY, 1:30-4:30PM
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• 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms
• Inviting fireplaces in the living room and
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rear garden
•Three additional family bedrooms and a
hall bath
•Detached 2-car garage with work bench and
extra storage
•Private rear grounds feature multiple flagstone
patios, lush vines and roses, and mature
perimeter landscaping affording privacy
•Just minutes to Stanford University, downtown
shopping and dining, and convenient
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•Excellent Menlo Park schools
Offered at $1,975,000
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Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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