Majestic atop one of San Mateo Park’s highest plateaus, 460 Edgewood was built in 1922 capturing the height of California’s Revival Movement. Not unlike Hancock Park of Los Angeles, San Mateo Park began as an exclusive enclave of only the finest architecture. Today, this English Manor, with its expanded Family Room and Pool, exemplifies the luxury and livability of its very special neighborhood.

Orientation of a home to its site is critical in the success of the lifestyle. Cresting the knolltop, and proffering a south garden of 14,400 feet, this design celebrates light and privacy. The maturity of the gardens is one of the irreproducible assets. But it’s the feeling, the presence, and regal repose that are the magic tugging at the heartstrings. Quintessential exterior ornamentation includes the mixed-material facade, multiple gables and dormers, original stone-trimmed oak door, and leaded glass windows -- all exuding prominence and quality. 

While you are mesmerized by the absolute storybook glamour from the curb, it is soon apparent the interiors and gardens are equally compelling! Hardwood floors adorn grand public rooms. Tall leaded glass windows accent the lines. The living room stretches 23 feet across, where it culminates in a classic bay window. The 14 x 16 formal dining room blurs the line between West Elm chic and Gatsby-era swagger. Note the elevated views from the dining room: the line of sight is benefited by the front hilltop perch. Across the back of the home, an oversized 20 X 18 Family Room (with powder room) augments the original design with its breezy hangout/media capacity opening to the patio and pool.  Overlooking the pool, a whimsical breakfast nook adjoins the country kitchen adjacent to the back yard. From here, your designer's eye will quickly imagine the possibilities of re-imagining the kitchen, or someday uniting it with the nearby family room and yard. High ceilings facilitate this potential, and the bounty of the usable south garden beckons. The elegant oval pool centers the garden, while plenty of terrace, boxwood-framed planting areas, and usable flat expanses are all enjoyed in sun and privacy. 

Streaming natural light escorts you upstairs beyond a delightful turreted landing. Two grand-size bedrooms are complemented by a smaller bedroom perfect for nursery, gym, or study. Not to be forgotten, the fourth bedroom (en suite) is tucked above the garage as its own wing, and would make the perfect Home Office, Teen Retreat, or Guest Quarters. In summary, 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths appoint the 3,085 sq. ft. of living. 

If it feels like you have been transported to Westchester County New York or New Canaan Connecticut, it's no mistake! San Mateo Park is one of Northern California's most quietly celebrated heritage enclaves, 130 years running. Not far from the Hillsborough border,  you are ensconced in a wonderland of trees and architecture. Best of all, this storied ambiance is within a 20 minute stroll of downtown Burlingame, and about a 10 minute drive to elite private schools including Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew, Crystal Springs Uplands, Nueva, and Carey. At the end of the day, home is a feeling, and there are some homes you never forget...Welcome to the Magic of the Park...

At a Glance: 

• 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms
• Home originally built in 1922. Impeccably maintained and expanded by one family since the 1980s. 
• 3,085 sq. ft. of living (per paid vendor Floorplan Visuals) 
• Lot is approx. 14,400 sq. ft. (per county record) 
• 2-car tandem garage
• Prestigious San Mateo Park address bordering Hillsborough, and within a 20 minute stroll of downtown Burlingame's upscale shopping and dining