A piece of Bay Area history has hit the real estate market.
The Ball Estate is one of the most storied properties in Alamo, California — where countless charity events, from picnics to teas to fashion shows, have taken place; dignitaries dined and danced under the stars; and, perhaps most notably, community stalwarts Dorothy and Gordon H. Ball raised their five children, surrounded by natural beauty. In 1946, the couple purchased the estate at the end of Camille Avenue, on the coveted westside of town. Offering a rare combination of convenience and seclusion, the Ball Estate is ready to welcome new owners for its next chapter.
Situated on 3.98 verdant acres, the gated estate features a multilevel 8,842-square-foot house, nestled amid towering trees. Upon arrival, past a gracious portico, an elegant foyer awaits—characterized by intricate millwork, period fixtures, and wall murals depicting lush flora. The home’s entry level holds the public spaces — the kitchen, living and dining areas, well-suited for gatherings both casual and formal, intimate and expansive — as well as three generous bedrooms, two of them en suite.
Upstairs, an ample primary suite is accompanied by two additional en suite bedrooms, plus multiple spaces that can serve various functions, from office to playroom. Windows and glazed doors abound, inviting natural light while beautifully framing the treetop views.
Along with indoor venues that accommodate friends and family, including a basement-level recreation room, the home’s park-like grounds — complete with a pool house, detached bar, and gazebo — allow for myriad alfresco entertaining opportunities. The open-air living, lounging and dining zones, both shaded and in the sun, make for a residence that feels like a year-round retreat.
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Staging and furnishings curated by designer Casey Howard, in collaboration with Vesta Home.
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