OVERVIEW

• The Squire House, one of Palo Alto’s most iconic structures, comprises a 4-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom main home of 7,794 sq. ft. and a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guest house of 600 sq. ft. (per appraiser floorplan), set on a 40,000 sq. ft. lot (per county) in Crescent Park
• Gated property with outstanding privacy, introduced by a stunning colonnade of palm trees and a sweeping lawn
• Spectacular Neoclassical architecture makes a striking first impression, with a grand two-story portico and four fluted Ionic columns rising to a dentiled entablature and crisp triangular pediment, pierced by an oval oculus that catches the light
• Brick steps lead to a dark, paneled front door adorned with a stately lion’s-head knocker
• Interiors span four levels, including a finished basement, main-floor living spaces, a second floor devoted to bedrooms, and a third floor offering flexible-use space
• Quarter-sawn oak floors, marble finishes, substantial crown molding, leaded glass, oak and mahogany doors, and intricate millwork reflect the home’s enduring craftsmanship, while an architectural oak staircase ascends to the top floor, crowned by an enormous skylight; pocket doors separate the formal public rooms

LIVING SPACES

• Upon entry, a sitting room to the right features a three-part bay window and a door opening onto a verandah with Tuscan-style columns, which extends to the porte-cochère
• The formal dining room features raised-panel wainscoting, a coffered ceiling, and a floor-to-ceiling china cabinet
• The marble kitchen features a large center island with a raised wood extension that serves as a table, a pantry, a breakfast area with banquette seating, and a delightful built-in booth for two; appliances include two Wolf ovens, a 5-burner Wolf cooktop, a Miele dishwasher, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator
• The expansive living room offers an elegant setting for entertaining and relaxing, anchored by a striking fireplace with a deep green tile surround and a mahogany mantel framed by fluted columns with Ionic capitals, a dentiled shelf, and a frieze beneath featuring an oval medallion; pocket doors open to a private study
• The finished basement features a flexible-use game room and a dedicated theater area with tiered seating and a large, mounted screen
• The spacious second-level landing accommodates a comfortable seating area, while the carpeted third level offers flexible-use space with two built-in desks

BEDROOMS

• The expansive second-level primary suite features a sitting area, its own fireplace, and a luxurious bathroom with dual vanities, a jetted tub, separate shower, and walk-in wardrobe
• Three additional bedrooms are located on the second level, including a guest suite and two bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom; an additional full bathroom serves this level

GROUNDS/ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Peaceful, private grounds feature a trellis-covered deck with an outdoor fireplace, a spacious brick patio, swimming pool, sweeping lawns, towering shade trees, planter boxes, a well for landscaping and meandering pathways bordered by roses and lush plantings; a separate guest house includes a living room, kitchen, and an en suite bedroom
• Additional features include air conditioning, radiator steam heat, a basement laundry room and full bathroom, a main-level powder room, storage rooms, garage parking, and ample gated parking, including a covered carport with EV charging

NEIGHBORHOOD

• The focal point of University Avenue, this home is mere moments from downtown shopping and dining, Stanford University, the Stanford Shopping Center, parks, and commute options
• Served by acclaimed schools Addison Elementary, Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High (buyer to verify eligibility)