Luxury Home of the Week - Incredible Loomis Oasis

I truly believe in the saying "You get what you pay for", and the home for this week is right on the money! 9705 Rim Rock Cir is a custom estate located in Loomis, about 20 minutes from Highway 20 or Roseville shopping, 30 minutes from Downtown Sacramento, and 10 to 20 minutes from multiple Folsom Lake access points. The area boasts numerous walking/biking and horse trails, and a moderately country feel. Rim Rock Cir is located off of Lominda in the Horseshoe Bar area of Auburn-Folsom Road and is a nice community of high end homes and horse property. Homes on average are built, or remodeled, within the last 20 years, and range in value from the mid $500's to over $3 million.

Although Sterling Pointe  is not a gated community, this home does have it's own gate, and a nice half circle driveway. Much of the 5,500 sqft living space is on one floor, making this a very comfortable home. The master suite, 2 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms are on the ground level, complimented with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms upstairs. Custom built in 2001, it boasts 6 bedrooms, 5 full and 1 half bathrooms, and a 5 car oversize garage, all set on a spacious 1.3 acre lightly sloping lot. The front elevation is a balanced mix of natural and designed landscaping, accented with by 2 waterfalls and set back from the street for an element of privacy. 

 

The living area is bright, with enough natural light for a warm open feel. The kitchen is the definition of high end, and fits perfectly in this million dollar home. Opening to the dining area and family room, it boasts custom cabinetry, two Bosch dishwashers, a Thermador double convection oven, Viking warming drawer, Scotsman ice maker, six burner Viking stove, and a wood-faced SubZero refrigerator, and wine cooler. The game room is spacious, and well designed with the addition of a small wet bar. 

 

The master bedroom and bathroom are elegant, well lit, and offer amazing views of the back yard. Indirect lighting, Jack & Jill vanities, a large walk in closet, and exterior access add to the value of this exquisite estate.

 

 

Finally, the crown jewel of this home is the absolutely luxurious paradise, normally referred to as a back yard. The back yard alone takes this from your average $1.2 million dollar home, to a $1.6 million +, one of a kind entertainer's dream. The spa and one firepit are conveniently located near the master bedroom. The yard is lightly terraced, and adorned with numerous mature Queen Palms. The Pebbletech pool features accent lighting, beach entry, and an infinity edge waterfall to a lower level. 

 

 

The covered outdoor kitchen features high end amenities, such as the Viking barbeque, a refrigerator, warming drawer, and a dual burner top. The pool also features a swim up bar conveniently located at the outdoor kitchen area. The yard is wired for sound, and features excellent use of accent lighting. 

 

I love the landscaping, pool, and the outdoor kitchen. This home has an comfortable, fun, light feel to it. Having the majority of the living space on the ground floor is a nice feature, and so it the attention to detail in the sound and lighting, both inside and out. The home shows extremely well overall, and is in a great South Placer County location. This is a true million dollar home, however, in this market, I just dont see it reaching the full $1,795,000 price tag, especially only on 1.3 acres. For almost $2 million dollars, one would expect a better view, more prestigious neighborhood, or a brand new home and an additional 2,000 square feet of luxury. I'm very curious to see what this home finally sells for, and how long it will take. 

 

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Luxury Home of the Week - The Boulders at Los Lagos

This week I toured a very fine Bank Owned high end home in Granite Bay. Located in the gated community of The Boulders, this estate has great potential, but needs to be completed, and needs some TLC. The 2 acre lot has absolutely no landscaping, and will need at least $250,000 to reach it's true potential. Surrounded by about 14 other very luxurious homes ranging in value from $525,000 up to $2,600,000, and lot sizes from 1.4 acres to 3 acres, this home is truly one of the top end homes in the community. At 9,811 sqft, it is also the largest home in The Boulders, besting the next larges home by over 2,000 sqft.

Set back off the street, the home has a very grand drive through covered entry. The finish work is excellent, and the craftsmanship shows well throughout the entire home. The floor plan is open, and well appointed. I have some concern about the architecture of the home, however. While it is well built, it is poorly designed. I noted numerous "rooms/storage closets" that have no apparent use. The kitchen felt slightly small and confined in comparison to the rest of the home. Although the finish work is very high end, the kitchen did not live up to it's potential. Fixtures and appliances are currently missing, which is streotypical of many bank foreclosure properties. The kichen opens to the dining room, but does not open to any of the additional living space. While this may be personal preference, I enjoy a large kitchen that is open to the family room as well as dining areas.

 

The living space is well appointed and has a quality finish. The formal living room has a warm feel, and a pleasant view of the back yard. During my tour there were two deer walking around in the back yard which really adds a nice feel, and creates an atmosphere of a private sanctuary. I'm a huge fan of the "great room" concept, which is something I missed in this design of this home. The loggia is set up very well for year round entertainment. A large amount of covered space, lighting, and an outdoor kitchen make this and entertainer's dream. If the landscaping were completed with a nice pool and sports court, this would be very deserving of a $2 million plus price tag. The outdoor kitchen area could be upgraded and expanded, and almost feels like an afterthought in comparison to the quality and design of the rest of the house. 

 

The master suite is truly incredible, as is the master bathroom. His and hers closets, vanity, sauna, and a soaking tub really make this a luxury suite. The master bedroom includes it's own fireplace, excellent views of the acreage, and an additional sitting room. The sauna is large enought to accomodate two, and the shower includes and overhead showerhead, multiple directional shower heads, and what appeared to be a steam option.

 

In summary, I really wasn't blown away by this home. Maybe it needs to be finished, landscaped, and staged, but the poor design, and the choppy feel really turned me off. I am a fan of open, light, flowing designs, and this one failed. The random tiny closets, offset hallways to small useless rooms, and the constrictive feel in some rooms just don't demand the attention a home of this size and location should deserve. While it will almost certainly sell for the current listed price of $1,365,900, there may be other homes that would be a better use of almost $1.4 million dollars. Check back next week for the next million dollar home!

For more information, contact Zac Bacon, Broker Associate with

The Bacon Team at Keller Williams Realty and on Facebook

"Your local professional for South Placer Luxury Properties"

We can assist you in purchasing a luxury home for sale, or if you are a home seller, we will list your home to sell for the best possible price in a challenging market. We have a proven track record of satisfied clients, and Zac personally has over a decade of experience in the South Placer region.

Call (916) 677-9813 or click The Bacon Team for more information, and testimonials about us!