A Storied Sunol Retreat Reimagined for Today

Offered at $3,150,000

at a glance

  • Approx 3,283 sq. ft.
  • 4 bed / 4 bath main residence
  • 1 bed / 1 bath private guest suite
  • Expansive 5.2 acre lot in Canyon setting
  • Private gated entrance + bridge over scenic creek
  • Built in 1925 and tastefully expanded in the 1990's
  • Hardwood floors and custom millwork
  • Remodeld kitchen & baths
  • Decks, gazebo, fire pit, & swim spa
  • Barn + detached flex space
  • 2-car attached garage
  • Easy access to I-680 + Niles Canyon Road

California Country Living in a Charming Modern Farmhouse

Beyond a private gate and over a bridge crossing a creek, 270 Kilkare Road is a rare place you need to see to experience.   Nestled on over 5 acres this fully remodeled and updated Historic Farmhouse offers a 4-bedroom, 4-bath main residence, plus private-exterior entry multi-gen/guest suite, extraordinary gardens, gazebo, barn, decks, fire pit, separate cottage fitness/flex room and new pergola covered swim spa/hot tub – creating an exceptional country retreat yet close access to I-680 and Niles Canyon Road

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PROPERTY FEATURES


Property Highlights

  • Charming, beautifully remodeled Sunol farmhouse
  • Originally built in 1925 and tastefully expanded in the 1990s
  • Premium 5.2-acre scenic creek-side lot surrounded by nature
  • Private gated entrance with bridge 
  • Main house features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
  • Approx 2,770  sq ft of living space
  • Additional 500 sq ft, 1-bedroom, 1-bath multi-gen/guest suite on separate level with private entrance.
  • 2-car attached garage with epoxy flooring, abundant storage cabinets, workbench, utility sink, and large freezer
  • Gleaming hardwood floors throughout most of the living area and high-end natural stone and marble finishes
Exterior
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  • Charming Farmhouse architecture
  • Gated property with bridge over a seasonal creek to welcome you onto the property
  • Historic Stone staircase leading to an inviting covered front porch with a bird’s-eye view
  • Large outdoor al fresco dining deck off the kitchen overlooking park-like setting
  • Retractable patio awning 
  • Detached garden gazebo with deck, candle chandelier, and custom slate-look roof
  • Expansive rear deck with pergola over sitting area and new swim spa
  • European iron balcony off primary bedroom with expansive french door private view
  • Custom wrought iron railings on both decks and on outdoor stairs
  • Enchanting, Sunset Magazine-like yard with incredible landscaping
  • Gorgeous local rock wall accents and stone pathways
  • Stone-surrounded sitting area with built-in fire pit. 
  • Multiple fountain water features
  • Enjoy incredible privacy on expansive grounds with abundant mature trees, picturesque creek, and amazing views for every window.
Downstairs living area
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  • Elegant front living room/parlor with classic bay window overlooking front gardens
  • Gas fireplace with marble surround and custom-made mantel
  • Spacious formal dining room with classic chandelier and decorative wall sconces
  • Classic moldings and millwork throughout
  • Expanded gourmet kitchen with rustic hand-painted built-in Sub-Zero and custom-made alder cabinets
  • Rich marble countertops and mosaic backsplash 
  • Exquisite appliance package with La Cornue gas range/double ovens, Miele steam oven, Miele dishwasher, and built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator
  • Large concrete sink with picture window overlooking lush gardens
  • Classic brass fixtures
  • Convenient slide-out coffee bar
  • Expansive custom-designed eat-at island with European iron decorative detailing.  Including ice maker, spice racks, storage, and built-in drawer microwave
  • Built-in table-height gas fireplace with hand-troweled stone surround
  • Large pantry/storage closet
  • Spacious family room off the kitchen with custom walnut built-in desk and entertainment center, coffered ceiling, skylights, and custom light fixture




  • Bedroom/office off the living room/parlor with spiral staircase leading to spacious loft/ children’s playroom or flex room
  • Remodeled hall bath with pedestal sink, soaking tub with marble surrounds, marble & mosaic marble floor, skylights, and gorgeous arched picture window with leaded glass
  • Private junior master suite adjacent to the living room/parlor with custom millwork, two closets, and newly remodeled bathroom with quartz vanity, walk-in shower with dual shower heads, bench, niches, and marble surround

Upstairs Living Area
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  • Spacious primary bedroom with skylights, built-in entertainment center, large walk-in closet, and private view European iron balcony overlooking a garden and fountain
  • Inviting primary bath featuring a built-in vanity and storage cabinets with honed marble counter, large shower with seat and marble mosaic tile surrounds and skylight
  • Additional bedroom with closet doors from Europe and custom built-in cabinet (currently includes laundry center with honed marble counter and mosaic backsplash).
  • Functional hall bath with quartz vanity, shower, and mosaic tile flooring

Additional Features
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  • Fully finished walk-in multi-gen/gues suite with private exterior entrance on separate level with rich parquet-look flooring, decorative ceiling, kitchenette with mini fridge, and abundant storage cabinets 
  • Additional storage closet with built-ins, and utility closet with full refrigerator
  • Attached private bathroom with old-world granite vanity & mirror, stall shower, and mosaic marble floor
  • New England barn (509 sf. Ft.) with 2 equestrian stalls, tack room, loft, and abundant storage with metal roof – use for equestrian, workshop, hobby space or great onsite storage
  • Detached Cottage flex space - for fitness room, home office, art studio or workshop
  • Fully finished enclosed treehouse (approx. 12 x 12) with solid wood flooring, wood ceiling with beams, and electricity with catwalk to observation deck overlooking spectacular Valley views
  • New custom wrought iron railings throughout the property
  • Two water heaters, including one tankless
  • Two HVAC systems
  • With over five acres an additional ADU can be built on this property
  • Pastoral country setting just minutes from shopping and award-winning K-8 Sunol Glen School
  • Surrounded by abundant nature with three regional parks for hiking yet easy commute access to I-680 and Niles Canyon Road
  • Ten minutes to downtown Pleasanton or downtown Fremont
  • Surrounded by 3 Regional Parks and dedicated Watershed land, it provides you with unique country living while being centrally located in the East Bay area with easy access to 680 and Niles Canyon Road
  • Sunol is a unique place to live, with a population of 922 on an amazing, scenic 28 square miles – you have to see this area to understand the unique, spacious feeling it provides, surrounded by nature

Welcome to Sunol

Tucked among rolling hills and open landscapes, Sunol offers a rare sense of escape while remaining beautifully connected to the energy and culture of the Bay Area. With its winding country roads, sweeping vistas, and timeless rural character, this enchanting community feels worlds away from the ordinary.

Life in Sunol unfolds at a gentler pace. Historic charm meets natural beauty, with expansive hillsides, oak-studded landscapes, and wide-open skies creating an atmosphere that feels both peaceful and deeply rooted in place. Days invite exploration—from scenic drives and leisurely walks to afternoons spent discovering the local character of this treasured East Bay enclave.

Just beyond the town's quiet center, the surrounding landscape reveals a remarkable variety of experiences, from vineyards and farms to acclaimed restaurants, trails, and destinations throughout the Tri-Valley and greater East Bay. San Francisco and Silicon Valley remain within easy reach, yet Sunol offers something increasingly rare: the opportunity to step away from it all.

Here, the landscape is part of the lifestyle. Sunol is a place to breathe a little deeper, linger a little longer, and experience the understated beauty of Northern California living.

Doug Buenz

680 Doug Buenz Group

Luxury Specialist

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