Cinematic charisma greets you at one of Lower Hillsborough’s most endearing streets! Built in 1930, this English Country classic bridges the best of storybook character with a fully remodeled lifestyle of modern luxury. Consider it your dazzling architectural haute couture: elaborate European gardens frame the approach to a timelessly romantic gabled façade. But once inside, the energy soars "of the moment" with the quality of the re-imagined renovations. Curated white marble finishes, appliances by Wolf and Sub-Zero, and expert custom cabinetry cascade throughout 4,125 sq. ft. of destinations. Accommodations include 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, plus Office and Lower Level Media Room. 

Quintessential of European Revival designs of the 1920s-1930s, the layout tells a story of craftsmanship and tailored nuances that seem conceived just for you. Case in point, the arched front door leading to a gracious Foyer Lounge and Secret Office Turret fit for James Bond. Stepping into the Living Room, you’ve entered a grand salon extending 26 feet across and crowned by 14 foot+ wood-beamed ceilings. Note the premium upgraded Marvin dual pane windows, which blend into the ambiance transparently. The current owners spared no expense with invigorating the amenities, while holding true to the spirit of the genre. Meet the formal dining room: classic in its approach yet modern and airy with exquisite built-in cabinetry and French doors to the patio. Imagine your chic round table anchoring the elegant square space. Spanning the majority of the rear wing, the Kitchen/Family Great Room has been opened up for indoor/outdoor flow. Island seating, top-of-the-line appliances, and three sets of French doors highlight the crisp white space. The transition from kitchen to yard is absolutely seamless, and the privacy is uncanny. 

Down the hall, you will find three en suite bedrooms together, including a Primary Suite full of special surprises. All bathrooms are tastefully remodeled in luxe whites and greys. In the primary retreat, prepare to be amazed by the bespoke walk-in closet, which is more like your own designer boutique or mini apartment! A towering ceiling, window seat, and customized closet systems await your inner bon vivant. The primary bathroom is an equally sizable affair decked in earthtone stonework, huge contemporary shower, and free-standing tub warmed by a cozy gas fireplace. 

The timeless attraction of the 1920s-1930s aesthetic lies in the unpredictable whimsy and diversity. Just off the family room, a staircase leads up to multi-faceted Loft Level where the range of uses could include 4th bedroom, playroom, kid's study, guest retreat, or second Office. There is also the 4th of the home's remodeled marble bathrooms. Downstairs, copious space awaits for your Costco storage, Mud Room, Laundry, and Wine. A tile-floored Media Room will make the perfect teen hangout, music studio, or gym, with direct access to the front driveway. 

The Hillsborough lifestyle is defined by its architecture, privacy, and outdoor leisure. 540 Chelmsford overdelivers on all these aspects. Whether it's poolside lounging, or getting lost in expanses of English gardens on this wide frontage, the outdoor ambiance is the punctuation to the estate. This hidden pocket of Lower South Hillsborough receives minimal traffic and is just 1.2 miles to downtown Burlingame and 0.7 mile to South Elementary School. Welcome home...

At a Glance

• 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, plus Office and Lower Level Media Room/Gym
• 4,125 sq. ft. (per paid vendor Floorplan Visuals) 
• Lot is .35 Acre (15,210 sq. ft.) per County Record
• Home originally built in 1930 and thoroughly renovated and expanded in recent years by current owner 
• Attached 2-car Garage, plus two separate driveways for off-street parking
• Prime Lower South Hillsborough location within walking distance of downtown Burlingame (1.2 miles) and South Elementary School (0.7 mile) 

"A secret office fit for James Bond?! A Primary walk-in closet the size of your first New York apartment?! Welcome to a world of character, quality, and special surprises."