559 Placitas Avenue

Menlo Park

Price Upon Request

Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Menlo Park's most coveted neighborhoods, this exceptional gated Spanish estate blends timeless architecture with beautifully remodeled interiors on nearly one-half acre of private, sun-filled grounds. Rich in authentic character, the home showcases classic Spanish design with arched openings, exposed beams, hardwood floors throughout, and dramatic ceiling heights, while thoughtfully curated updates provide every modern comfort. Elegant formal rooms and inviting gathering spaces create a home equally suited for intimate family living and grand-scale entertaining.

At the heart of the home, a stunning completely remodeled chef's kitchen serves as the centerpiece for everyday living, appointed with Nambia countertops, Thermador stainless steel appliances, a large center island with seating and handcrafted mosaic tile accents and adjacent large breakfast room with multiple windows to the yard. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the spacious family room with a stone surround fireplace, where French doors open to expansive outdoor entertaining areas beneath a vine-covered arbor. A dedicated executive office, luxurious main-level guest suite, and upstairs play room offer exceptional flexibility, while the private primary retreat provides a true sanctuary with a customized walk-in closet and the recently remodeled spa-inspired skylit bath designed for relaxation.

Completing the estate is a beautifully remodeled detached guest house offering a spacious great room with fireplace, full kitchen, private bedroom, and elegant bath—ideal for guests, or additional office. The resort-like grounds feature expansive travertine tile terraces, level lawns, mature landscaping, a playhouse, playground, and abundant room for a future pool, creating a remarkable setting that celebrates California's indoor-outdoor lifestyle.

 Design + Features

A two-story house with lit windows at dusk, featuring a garage with dark brown doors, front porch lighting, and surrounded by greenery and tall trees.
Living room with white sofas, dark wood side tables, a black coffee table, and beige areas rug. Large windows with white shutters, a white brick fireplace, indoor plants, and wall art.
Living room with white sofas, dark pillows, a central dark wooden coffee table, and a white brick fireplace. Large windows with white plantation shutters and a view of green trees outside. Dark wooden beams on the ceiling.
A modern dining room with a round wooden table surrounded by cream upholstered chairs. Above the table hangs a large beige pendant light. The wall features abstract artwork, and there are decorative vases with greenery on the table. A large potted pl
A living and dining room with white walls, dark hardwood floors, and large windows with plantation shutters. The dining area has a wooden table surrounded by white upholstered chairs, a hanging pendant light, and decorative vases with branches. The l
A bathroom with dark blue wallpaper featuring white starburst patterns, a white sink with modern chrome fixtures, a black cabinet underneath, a white toilet, a large mirror with a gold wavy frame, a clear soap dispenser, a towel hanging on a golden b
Modern white kitchen with dark hardwood floors, island with a wooden bowl, pendant lights, and built-in cabinets.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, gold handles, a marble countertop, and a mosaic tile backsplash. There is a window with a view of trees, a double sink with a tall faucet, and a gas stove with an oven. Decorative items include a small potted pla
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dark blue island, pendant lights, windows showing a green outdoor yard, and a dining area with chairs and a view of the yard.
Bright dining area with white walls, dark hardwood floor, round marble-top table, and beige upholstered chairs. Large windows with white trim reveal lush green foliage outside. A woven pendant light hangs above the table, and a white bowl with greene
Living room with beige sectional sofa, round marble coffee table, textured white rug, and large windows with a view of a lush green backyard with outdoor furniture.
Living room with white sofa, dark wood floor, brick fireplace,floating shelves with decor, large window with outdoor seating.
A cozy home office with a wooden desk, beige chair, white walls, framed abstract art, a standing lamp, a bookshelf with baskets, and a window with white blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, colorful pillows, painting on the wall, window overlooking trees and yard, nightstand with lamp, and a textured ottoman.
A bedroom with a white bed, multiple pillows, and a striped bedspread. There are two round, cream-colored ottomans at the foot of the bed, a dark wood nightstand with a white lamp and a small plant, and framed artwork on the walls. Two large windows
A bathroom with a white tiled vanity, black cabinet, and a mirror showing part of a bed and window. A bottle of hand soap, rolled towels, and small containers are on the vanity. To the right is a toilet and a shower with a white curtain.
A cozy bedroom with three beds, each decorated with white and pink bedding and multiple pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, a large window with blinds, and a giraffe sculpture in the corner.
A white bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and shelves holding towels and baskets. Open door to a neighboring room with a window.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and lamps. Light green walls, framed abstract art, closet with louvered doors, window with blinds, and beige carpet.
A cozy living room with a white ceiling, recessed lighting, a green tufted sectional sofa with pillows, a wooden coffee table with a plant and magazines, a white bookshelf with baskets and decor, a wicker stool, and a built-in window seat with cushio
A modern bedroom with a white upholstered bed, beige and patterned pillows, dark wood floor, cream and dark accent wall, large windows with white roman shades, abstract artwork, and plush white and beige furniture.
Modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, glass shower enclosure, wooden vanity with towels, and black tiled flooring.
Modern bathroom with a white vanity, wooden cabinet, large mirror, and two wall-mounted lights. Decor includes a white vase with green branches and neutral-colored containers. The space features white walls, black floor tiles, and wallpaper with blac
A spacious outdoor patio area with comfortable seating, a firepit, and a grassy yard with a play structure and trees.
A backyard patio area with a white house, outdoor furniture including a dining table with chairs, and a playset with a slide, surrounded by trees and greenery under a clear blue sky.
Modern living room featuring white walls and ceiling, hardwood floors, a sofa, a curved armchair, a wall-mounted TV, a fireplace, and black-framed double doors leading outside. The kitchen island has a marble countertop with four woven rattan chairs.
Bright living room with white walls, large windows with black frames, a kitchen with a white marble island, open shelves, and a door leading outside to a lawn.
Living room with large black-framed glass double doors, white walls, wooden flooring, and a ceiling skylight. There are two brown armchairs with ottomans, a desk, and a rolling office chair.
A spacious backyard patio with outdoor furniture including sofas, armchairs, and side tables on a light-colored tiled surface. There is a grassy area with a wooden bench, a children's playset with a slide, and a white house with black-framed windows
A backyard patio with outdoor seating including white cushioned chairs and small tables. A lawn with a grassy border and a children's playhouse with a slide are visible, surrounded by various trees under a clear blue sky.
Backyard view of a modern white house at dusk with outdoor seating, fire pit, trees, and a large grassy lawn
Aerial view of a residential backyard with a patio, seating area, and surrounding greenery.

  • Gated Spanish estate on a quiet cul-de-sac with exceptional privacy and sun exposure 

  • 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath main residence plus 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house

  • Grand foyer with soaring ceilings, Palladian window, hardwood floors, and classic Spanish architecture 

  • Elegant living and dining rooms with fireplaces, exposed beams, and French doors 

  • Remodeled chef's kitchen with Nambia countertops, Thermador appliances, large island, and mosaic backsplash 

  • Spacious family room opening to the arbor-covered patio and landscaped grounds 

  • Dedicated office, main-level guest suite, and upstairs media/playroom 

  • Luxurious primary suite with customized walk-in closet and spa-inspired bath 

  • Three additional upstairs bedrooms with remodeled baths 

  • Detached guest house with great room, fireplace, full kitchen, bedroom, and bath 

  • Expansive outdoor entertaining areas, level lawn, playhouse, and potential pool site 

  • Basement for storage or future wine cellar and attached three-car garage 

  • Approximately 6,855 total square feet (5,000 SF main residence, 1,180 SF guest house, 675 SF garage) on an approximately 18,321-square-foot lot.

  • Cul-de-sac location close to commute routes, downtown Menlo Park and parks

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650.465.4814
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1377 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025