Nestled in the premier part of The Willows, this light filled sophisticated 4-bedroom, 3-bath modern-style home has been meticulously renovated to perfection over recent years. 

This home is breathtakingly reimagined with artful interiors and sleek modern finishes. Enjoy views from every window. It is also eco-friendly with two level-2 electrical vehicle chargers, all-electric heat pump heating and cooling, water heater, and owned and warrantied NEM 2.0 solar which more than covers the entire electrical needs of the home on an annual basis. Wear socks on the warm and sturdy engineered walnut hardwood floors. Drink tea in the expanded common space with soaring ceiling and skylights and a floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall retractable door connecting you to the lush native landscape. Entertaining is easy with space enough to prepare meals together in the thoughtfully designed kitchen and massive great room.

413 Gilbert is south facing, making it light and bright, and because of how it sits on the block its rear gardens are extraordinarily private. The large picture window facing the front garden connects the inhabitants to the neighborhood. Get to know the neighbors or simply watch them walking dogs, strollers, going to school, or borrowing books from the little free community library on the corner. This oasis is not only gorgeous, it’s friend filled and emotionally grounding.

The accessory dwelling unit (ADU), with full bathroom, complements the native plants and the fountain garden. Built with an eye for sustainability, its photos were featured in a New York Times article about backyard additions. This space is special with exterior walls of cedar, interior walls of plaster, and unique cork flooring making for better acoustical and thermal insulation. The ADU has served as a hang out space, bedroom, office and a movie room. Imagine what it can be for you!

The home sits on a professionally landscaped 7000+ sq ft lot full of low-water California native plants chosen to delight, blend together, provide color and animal habitat and at certain times of the year make you feel like you are in the mountains. You will enjoy many bird species, dragonflies, butterflies and honeybees. Come enjoy the fresh paver patio, walk and driveway as you meander through the winter garden, knowing that spring, summer and autumn will bring surprisingly beautiful new scenes to enjoy. This includes the vibrant orange California Poppies that are peeking just above the soil around the Ipe walk and decking in the private rear gardens. Take a look yourself, this rear garden is extremely private because it’s surrounded by neighbors’ trees. People of all ages enjoy sitting in the fountain garden watching butterflies and connecting. For your enjoyment the sellers have created a garden book with seasonal photos that can be enjoyed on site and in the disclosure package. 413 Gilbert’s landscape is low maintenance and high enjoyment for owners and guests alike.

The location is as special as the home itself. It is walkable to downtown Palo Alto and downtown Menlo Park, and just a few blocks from Haven Wine Bar, Café Zoë, and other local gems. Shop at The Willows Market for concierge service including fresh fish, cheeses, groceries, and deli sandwiches. Easy access to Burgess Park and the future Parkline Development (where the current SRI complex is located) adds even more appeal. Commuting is simple with nearby corridors, and Stanford University is a short bike ride away for work, games, or museum visits.

This property captures the essence of Willows’ living, it’s inviting and full of character, with a lifestyle that connects you to everything the community has to offer.