An Heirloom Property on Lindenwood’s Largest Parcel
77 FLOOD CIRCLE, ATHERTON
An estate of rare distinction, this masterpiece unites the vision of architect David Buergler with the craftsmanship of renowned builder Pacific Peninsula Group on approximately 2.52 acres, the largest parcel in all of Lindenwood. Every element reflects an uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship – from richly hued walnut floors and intricate millwork to fluted columns, Chinoiserie wallcovering, and custom-designed lighting. Expansive formal salons and inviting everyday spaces unfold across three levels served by an elevator, complemented by a theater, billiards lounge with full bar, and 1,100-bottle wine cellar on the lower level.
Outdoors, the lifestyle continues with a heated loggia, pool and spa, and an architecturally designed cabana with kitchenette and changing room with full bath. A separate guest house provides complete independence, while a climate-controlled collector’s garage, commercial-quality generator, and private irrigation well underscore the estate’s thoughtful amenities.
The grounds, designed by Susan Ogle, are a work of art unto themselves with parterre gardens, vast meadows, a heritage magnolia, and a sculpture fountain by Albert Guibara. Spanning more than 20,000 total square feet, this is a property that elevates luxury to an unparalleled level, where architectural excellence meets a setting of extraordinary scale.
Highlights of the Home
- Exceptional Hamptons-style property designed by architect David Buergler and built by Pacific Peninsula Group in 2007
The largest parcel in Lindenwood at approximately 2.52 acres - Three-level main residence with 5 bedrooms, 2 offices, 5 full baths, 4 half-baths, and elevator
- Guest house with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and full kitchen
- Pool cabana with 1 bath
- Garage parking for 6 cars, including a heated collector’s garage with lift
- Approximately 18,320 square feet of living space and a total of approximately 20,792 square feet (not including enormous partially finished lower-level space)
- Walnut floors, elaborate detailed millwork, fluted columns, and exceptional lighting
- Professional-quality theater, billiards room, bar, and 1,100-bottle wine cellar
- Commercial-grade, climate-controlled data center with backup
- Spacious heated loggia with fireplace
- Pool and spa with ample room for further recreation
- Fully landscaped grounds by Susan Ogle Landscape Architect
- Commercial-quality backup generator
- Private well for irrigation
- Slate-tiled roof
- Excellent Menlo Park schools
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Details of the Main Home
- Two-room receiving area with balcony overlook from the front room, adjacent service bar for caterers, and French doors to the rear grounds
- Grand formal living room with multiple French doors to the rear grounds and gas-log fireplace
- Banquette-scaled formal dining room with gas-log fireplace, Chinoiserie wallcovering, and multiple French doors to the rear grounds; large butler’s pantry with Thermador oven, Miele dishwasher, and adjacent customized pantry room
- Executive office entirely paneled in reclaimed cedar wood with integrated marble fireplace and workstation; a fully customized secondary office is located near the kitchen
- Kitchen with walnut cabinetry and custom color cabinetry, all topped in honed granite with subway tile backsplashes; island with counter seating; separate breakfast area with gas-log fireplace and French doors to the rear grounds
- Appliances include: Lacanche 71-inch range with pot filler; Thermador microwave; two Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawers; Miele dishwasher; KitchenAid compactor; Miele espresso center; Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer
- Tremendous family room, open to the kitchen, with towering ceiling, wood paneling and millwork, gas-log fireplace, and adjoining heated loggia
- Upstairs primary suite has a sitting room with gas-log fireplace, closet room plus second walk-in closet, and en suite Carrara marble bath with dual-sink vanity, large jetted tub, steam shower, and private commode room
- Three upstairs bedroom suites, each with walk-in closet and en suite bath with tub and overhead shower; one, ideal for an au pair, is located near a rear staircase
- Private stair access to an upstairs bedroom suite currently used as a fitness center with mirrored walls, walk-in closet, and en suite bath with tub and overhead shower
- Lower-level 9-seat professional-grade home theater with three tiers, stage, cinema screen, and projector; design by Keith Yates, an award-winning designer recognized with many industry honors, including “Home Theater of the Decade” from the Audio Video Science Forum
- Billiards room with fireplace and full bar with counter seating, dishwasher, refrigerator, and microwave
- 1,100-bottle temperature-controlled wine cellar adjoins the bar
- Enormous partially finished lower level space plus finished office (not included in square footage)
- Commercial-grade, climate-controlled data center with dual Eaton battery backup systems, natural gas backup generator, and isolation transformers
Other Features
- Formal powder room, two half-baths on the main level, one half-bath on lower level
- Mud/potting room with vintage-style console sink, brick-tiled floor, and custom built-ins
- Upper-level laundry room with dual sets of Maytag washers and dryers, sink, and ironing center
- Attached 3-car garage with significant built-ins
- Detached heated collector’s garage for 3 cars, including Rotary lift, Delson tool storage system, an Ingersoll Rand 3-horsepower compressor, and dedicated 220-volt outlets suitable for EV charging or welding equipment; separate storage room also ideal for bicycles
Systems
- Elevator to three levels
- Multi-room Sonos audio system
- Distributed sound speakers
- Savant remotes for TV
- Lutron lighting
- Security and surveillance
- DoorBird system for gate video
- Central vacuum
Guest House
- Living/dining area with vaulted all-wood ceiling, stacked stone wall with fireplace, and flagstone floor
- Eat-in kitchen with electric range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator
- Bedroom and en suite bath with shower
Pool Cabana and Grounds
- Architecturally designed cabana, with bell-shaped cupola roofs at each end, includes a changing room with shower plus adjoining half-bath, a matching structure for pool equipment, and central kitchenette with refrigerator and freezer drawers
- Extra-long pool and separate spa
- Built-in barbecue terrace off the kitchen and family room
- Albert Guibara sculpture fountain and parterre gardens
- Vast open meadows
- Fire pit
- Fenced vegetable/flower gardens
- Heritage magnolia tree