Japanese Inspired Retreat
Tucked away in the scenic hills above Philo rests this oasis, offering an exceptional living environment truly unlike any other. The residence draws inspiration from traditional Japanese farmhouse design, boasting exquisite custom woodwork & a seamless transition from interior to exterior spaces. Step inside the light-filled, elegant interior & you'll find soaring vaulted ceilings & walls of windows that flood the interior with natural light & frame the sweeping vistas beyond. The gourmet kitchen with custom bamboo cabinetry & a large center island is a chef's delight. The two ensuite bedrooms open onto the expansive wrap around deck. A large Yurt with charming bathhouse offers a private, peaceful retreat for guests. The wraparound deck beckons one to marvel at the panoramic views or linger with a good book. Meticulous landscaping has sculpted separate garden sanctuaries, each with its own exquisite charm. Sustainable features, including a 6kW solar system, backup generator and 10,000 gallons of gravity-fed suppression water, provide a harmonious balance of contemporary convenience and self-sufficient durability. A bounty of 50 fruit trees & a year-round garden promise a harvest of nature's sweetest offerings year after year.
$1,800,000
Tucked away in the scenic Anderson Valley above Philo rests this secluded oasis, offering an exceptional living environment truly unlike any other. The residence draws inspiration from traditional Japanese farmhouse design, boasting exquisite custom woodwork and a seamless transition from interior to exterior spaces.
The Japanese tile roof and custom cedar dual thermo-pane (low E glass) windows demonstrate the care and quality put into the home.
Step inside the light-filled, elegant interior and you’ll find soaring vaulted combed spruce ceilings and other exquisite wood features.
Walls of windows flood the interior with natural light and frame the sweeping vistas beyond.
Curl up next to the beautiful Scan wood stove and enjoy the sunset views
The office can be closed off from the great room via the Shoji panel doors.
Ample office space and extra space for guests. Note the built in desks and bookcases.
The dining area welcomes one and all to sit for awhile.
The centerpiece of the kitchen - a large butcher block island with custom lighting overhead. Note the beautiful window sink view and the large pantry cabinet.
Richlite eco-friendly countertops complimented by bamboo cabinetry.
Primary bedroom with panoramic views.The large, custom doors open to the wrap around deck.
Custom interior Shoji panels open to the closet. The propane stove provides separate primary bedroom heat. Note the view!
Primary ensuite bath - slate countertops and flooring, walk-in shower overlooking a redwood grove and a Toto SanaGlos commode - Luxurious.
The guest suite also opens to the wrap around deck.
Your guests will never leave!
Guest Bath soaking tub - with a beautiful, relaxing view
Guest Bath- lovely
Expansive wraparound deck beckons you to linger while savoring a good book or entertaining loved ones.
Welcome to this Japanese inspired retreat
Enjoy panoramic views and incredible sunsets
Note the extensive trimming and clearing -parklike
Stunning
A morning shot - nothing more special than sun streaming through the redwoods
Meticulous landscaping has sculpted separate garden sanctuaries, each with its own exquisite charm. Antique roses draped over trellises delight the senses.
Vibrant Japanese maple wearing her fall skirt
And for tending to your culinary needs, a year-round vegetable garden awaits.
Raised beds compliment the year round vegetable garden area.
A Japanese-inspired gate unveils an arbor that frames panoramic vistas of the pastoral Anderson Valley.
Exceptional living in the hills above Philo
In addition to the home, the property includes a 700 sq ft yurt with its own solar system. The yurt has its own entrance and is privately located away from the home.
Wonderful space for family and friends.
Lovely
Beautiful woodwork, custom design - a very special bathhouse.
A deck offers a peaceful outdoor sitting area and leads to the charming bathhouse with indoor/outdoor showers and a composting toilet.
For those chilly evenings
A bounty of 50 fruit trees promises a harvest of nature's sweetest offerings year after year - apple, cherry, persimmon, walnut, peach, apricot, quince, fig, and plum.
A special,outdoor area provided by nature
The 39-acre property has been carefully managed to create a park-like setting, with much of the vegetation cleared to promote fire safety and forest health. Additional fire prevention measures, including separate water storage, in place fire hoses and a Japanese ceramic tile roof make this home a secure and resilient retreat.
Located near the Yurt, this single car garage/outbuilding serve a storage space.
Sustainable features, including a 6kW solar system, backup generator and 10,000 gallons of gravity-fed suppression water, provide a harmonious balance of contemporary convenience and self-sufficient durability. Power System: Solar electric system as shown below: 6 kW (nominal) solar system, 7kW (nominal) Cummins propane generator to recharge batteries when sunshine is absent in winter. 6 Lithium Ferrous Phosphate batteries that require next to no maintenance. The generator room has a transfer switch making it possible to attach a second portable generator in the unlikely event that the main generator breaks down.