Newer Mediterranean villa in complete privacy w/ bay views & pool. 60-acre Packard orchards below the property, sweeping bay views to the east, secluded rear grounds w/ sparkling solar-heated pool & spa. Grand design with distinct wings for entertaining. Large open living rm and formal dining rm flow off the grand foyer connected to the chefs kitchen through a butlers pantry. Just off the open family rm is a large covered porch for fresh-air living w/ backdrop of Bay views. Dedicated office/library w/ outside front entrance. 5 spacious bedrms, including one en suite privately located off the kitchen, plus another suite in the main bdrm wing along with 2 bedrooms with shared bath & the sumptuous primary suite open to the view. Lower level offers space for recreation/media plus 1,000-bottle temperature-controlled wine cellar. Attached 2-car garage & adjoining 2-car carport. Complete privacy and only natural beauty surrounding the 1.08-acre grounds, this is truly an exceptional place.
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$1,593Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Hanna Shacham•DRE #01073658• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 650-207-1555
Bought with Annie Watson•DRE #01964881• Coldwell Banker Realty
Mejestic Bay View, next to 20 Acre Orchard, This home is ideal for entertainingon a large scale. Living space 4830 sq ft plus Bonus Wine Cellar, Storage 200 sq ft+/-, total 5030 sq ft living space. Call Co-list agent Diana 408.996-1122.
Public Records
Jun 11, 1997
Sold
$985,000
$204/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 12, 1985
Sold
$640,000
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$94,276 (+3.6%)
$6,473,368 + $1,591,812
$8,065,180
2024
$90,991 (+1.3%)
$6,346,440 + $1,560,600
$7,907,040
2023
$89,810 (+16.7%)
$6,222,000 + $1,530,000
$7,752,000
2022
$76,979 (−0.4%)
$6,100,000 + $1,500,000
$7,600,000
2021
$77,320 (−0.8%)
$3,408,786 + $3,010,221
$6,419,007
2020
$77,947 (+5.1%)
$3,341,948 + $2,951,198
$6,293,146
2019
$74,144 (+1.2%)
$3,307,681 + $2,920,938
$6,228,619
2018
$73,270 (+28.6%)
$3,242,825 + $2,863,665
$6,106,490
2017
$56,992 (−17.1%)
$3,116,903 + $2,752,472
$5,869,375
2016
$68,785 (+2.1%)
$3,116,903 + $2,752,472
$5,869,375
2015
$67,351 (+1.6%)
$3,055,788 + $2,698,502
$5,754,290
2014
$66,295 (+2.1%)
$2,950,929 + $2,605,903
$5,556,832
2012
$64,938 (+1.7%)
$2,937,593 + $2,594,126
$5,531,719
2011
$63,823 (+0.3%)
$2,879,994 + $2,543,261
$5,423,255
2010
$63,654 (+1.8%)
$2,823,524 + $2,493,394
$5,316,918
2009
$62,530 (+5.0%)
$2,802,422 + $2,474,760
$5,277,182
2008
$59,574
$2,754,000 + $2,346,000
$5,100,000
Tax history for 26870 Taffee Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$94,276 (+3.6%)
$6,473,368 + $1,591,812
$8,065,180
2024
$90,991 (+1.3%)
$6,346,440 + $1,560,600
$7,907,040
2023
$89,810 (+16.7%)
$6,222,000 + $1,530,000
$7,752,000
2022
$76,979 (−0.4%)
$6,100,000 + $1,500,000
$7,600,000
2021
$77,320 (−0.8%)
$3,408,786 + $3,010,221
$6,419,007
2020
$77,947 (+5.1%)
$3,341,948 + $2,951,198
$6,293,146
2019
$74,144 (+1.2%)
$3,307,681 + $2,920,938
$6,228,619
2018
$73,270 (+28.6%)
$3,242,825 + $2,863,665
$6,106,490
2017
$56,992 (−17.1%)
$3,116,903 + $2,752,472
$5,869,375
2016
$68,785 (+2.1%)
$3,116,903 + $2,752,472
$5,869,375
2015
$67,351 (+1.6%)
$3,055,788 + $2,698,502
$5,754,290
2014
$66,295 (+2.1%)
$2,950,929 + $2,605,903
$5,556,832
2012
$64,938 (+1.7%)
$2,937,593 + $2,594,126
$5,531,719
2011
$63,823 (+0.3%)
$2,879,994 + $2,543,261
$5,423,255
2010
$63,654 (+1.8%)
$2,823,524 + $2,493,394
$5,316,918
2009
$62,530 (+5.0%)
$2,802,422 + $2,474,760
$5,277,182
2008
$59,574
$2,754,000 + $2,346,000
$5,100,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
4,830
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
18245017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
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Electrical
Solar
Jun 25, 2008 • Final
Pool or spa
Pool and hot tub
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport (Minimum): 2
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Carport
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: 2+ Showers Over Tubs, 2+ Stall Shower, Tub in Master Bedroom, 2+ Tubs
Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), In Utility Room
Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, In Living Room, In Primary Bedroom
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Forced Air, Heating (2+ Zones)
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Bay
Fencing: Complete Perimeter, Gate
Roof: Tile
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Stucco
Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Heated, In-Ground, Pool - Solar
Property Features
Amenities: Garden Window(s), High Ceiling, Security Gate, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 4,830
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 99017
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1
Lot Description: Grade (Sloped Up)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected, Sewer in Street
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Gardner Bullis Elementary
Elementary School District: Los Altos Elementary
Middle School: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate
High School: Los Altos High
High School District: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,830
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 18245017
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
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Schools
Gardner Bullis Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
9/10
Los Altos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
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