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IDENTIFICATION
1. Common name: Mrs. John Bell House
2. Historic name: Almond Hill
3. Street or rural address: 14475 Oak Place
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070 County: Santa Clara
4. Parcel number: 397 -22 -53
5. Present Owner: Donald & Carole Brower Address: 14475 Oak Place
City: Saratoga
Ownership is: Public:
6. Present Use: Residence
DESCRIPTION
7a. Architectural style:
Zip: 95070
Private: X
Original Use: Residence
Shingle Craftsman
7b. Briefly describe the present physical appearance of the site or
structure and describe any major alterations from its original
condition:
This is a two -story Craftsman style house which has had most of its
original muntined stationary casement windows restored. They had been
removed by a former occupant in an attempt to modernize the house with
plate glass. The roof is a bell -cast gambrel shape and a composition
shingle roof has replaced what was probably wood shingle. Part of this
imposing roofline extends down to cover a side porch and form a porte
cochere. There are large dormer windows on both the front and back side of
the house. The original carriage house for this home is now separated from
it by Oak Place and has been renovated for use as a residence.
8. Construction date:
Estimated:
Factual: 1910 -12
9. Architect: Unknown
10. Builder: Unknown
11. Approx. prop. size
Frontage:
Depth:
approx. acreage: .5
12. Date(s) of enclosed
photograph(s): 1988
13. Condition: Excellent: X Good: Fair: Deteriorated:
No longer in existence:
14. Alterations: Original entrance relocated.
15. Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary)
Open land: Scattered buildings: Densely built -up: X
Residential: X Industrial: Commercial: Other:
16. Threats to site: None known: X Private development: Zoning:
Vandalism: Public Works project: Other:
17. Is the structure: On its original site? X Moved? Unknown?
18. Related features: Detached garage /children's play house, pool.
SIGNIFICANCE
19. Briefly state historical and /or architectural importance (include dates,
events, and persons associated with the site).
Mrs. John Bell (AKA Mrs. E.R.H. Bell or Emily Ruth Harris) built this home
shortly after the death of her husband. She lived here as a widow with her
three daughters. Her husband was the brother of Mr. David Bell of
"Bellgrove" on Saratoga -Los Gatos Rd. The Bells were all from Minneapolis.
Mrs. John Bell purchased the land from her brother -in -law, since the David
Bells and G.A. Woods owned most of the land in this area at the time.
20. Main theme of the historic resource:
(If more than one is checked, number
in order of importance.)
Architecture: X Arts /Leisure:
Economic /Industrial:
Exploration /Settlement:
Government: Military:
Religion: Social /Ed.:
21. Sources (List books, documents,
surveys, personal interviews and
their dates).
Melita Oden, historian, Jan. 1985.
22. Date form prepared: 4/88
By (name): SHPC
Organization: City of Saratoga
Address:13777 Fruitvale Avenue
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070
Phone: 867 -3438
Locational sketch map (draw and label site and
surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks):
NORTH
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Historical Almond Hill Estate Home Built In 19 10
14475 Oak Place, Saratoga, California
Exterior Features:
• Roof & gutters - 4 years old
• Custom milled, period - correct picket fence
• Circular driveway with portico entrance to front
porch - recently resurfaced driveway.
• 112 Acre plus approximately of lovely landscaped
grounds.
• 2 Car detached garage
• Swimming pool with solar & gas heating
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Conbider' A I 1 Offers
n n CentU Medallion
Realtors
Guest House:
• 2 Bedrooms, 1 bath, living room with fireplace,
kitchen & eating area - presently rented at $7001mon.
The guest house and pool are on a separate legal lot
with the address of 14473 Oak Place, APN No.397 -22-
053 - thus this can be treated as rental income property
depreciated for tax purposes.
ReJLLc.e-J I 071� 000
Sales Price: , 00
Appraised 25,000 in Augus(179841
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For further information, please call:
Betty Wolf C�
Bus. (408) 725 -8000 Res. (408) 996 -2790
12340 Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road
Saratoga, CA 95070
Ind ✓.mio. d...1 .rhnhl., hid .nor , ....mvJ 1, 0"", Hav >; .IJr;.G.o�,� IGOF; '.S 1 ad 11
This Showcase Home has been restored to its original flavor of the
Turn Of The Century.... .
• Large estate dining room with beautiful
hardwood floors, flagstone fireplace and
brass fixture - perfect for entertaining.
• 4 Fireplaces- stone fireplace in living room,
flagstone fireplace in dining room, brick
fireplace in basement, and a brick BBQI
fireplace on front porch.
-t Separate family room off kitchen with
entrance to yard &,pool.
• Kitchen - custom wood window over sink,
cooking island with Nutone food processor,
8 burner gas stove, 2 ovens, lots of counter
space & storage, new Whirlpool
dishwasher
• Breakfast nook with custom stained glass
window
• Brass fixtures throughout residence
• Wallpaper - all interior wallpaper and
paint is only 1 year old - walls were
totally stripped & prepped - authentic
Supaglypta embossed paper has been used.
• All windows & doors have been restored to
custom wood.
• Air conditioning in the upstairs
• Alarm system
Interior Features:
3400 Sq. ft. approximately of living space
1000 Sq. ft. approximately of additional
basement with brick fireplace and separate
entrance. Perfect potential for bonuslrec
room or separate living quarters
4 Bedrooms - Master bedroom has original
cathedral retreat with 2 directional, 6 speed
solid brass Casablanca fan & light, custom
etched glass, built -in drawers, dressing
room and brass fixtures.
3 Other bedrooms - large child's room with
wallpaper borders & paint, built -in toy
shelves & separate play area - other rooms
have built -in drawers.
3 Baths - all completely modernized, some
hardwood floors, tile, custom wallpaper,
and brass fixtures.
Upstairs laundry & sewing room with
built- in ironing board.
114475 Oak Place, Saratoga, California
CITY OF SARATOGA
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY
INVENTORY #
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IDENTIFICATION
Street Address I L�L���j (�ec,k P(Qc-y APN
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Address 14415 Oak Place
Present Use Re u, Original Use �A(;-�t Cb"nm
Other Past Uses
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Briefly describe the present physical appearance of the site or structure and describe any major
alterations from its
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Approximate property size:
Lot size (in feet) Frontage a 3 1 ; +,
v&�'deS e� e� o-ck Io"
Depth- �,ram 92. °980 44-o
or approximate acreage
Condition (check one):
Excellent 0,\1 Good ( ) Fair ( )
_)riorated ( ) No longer in existence ( )
Is the feature:
Altered? ( ) Unaltered? ( )
Location sketch map (draw and label site
and surrounding streets, roads, and pro-
minent landmarks)
�0 1� - RI
Threats to site:
None known Private Development ( ) Zoning ( ) Public Works Project ( )
Vandalism ( ) Other
Primary exterior building material:
Stone ( ) Brick.( ) Stucco
( ) Adobe ( ) Wood Other ( )
Is the structure:
On its original site? ' Moved? ( ) Unknown ( )
Year of initial construction IQ 10'(912- This date is: Factual ( )
Architect (if known)
Builder ( if known)
Estimated -f
Related features: CLO rDSS 5-f -Za 0,t /4I416 b 0 4,iL ga-&,P.
Barn ( ) Carriage'House (/) Outhouse ( ) Shed(s) ( ) Formal garden(s) ( )
Watertower /Tankhouse ( ) Other ( )
Windmill ( )
None
SIGNIFICANCE
Briefly state historical and /or architectural importance (include dates, events, and persons -
associated with the site when known):
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July 13, 1988
13777 FRUITVALE AVENUE. • SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA 95070
(408) 867 -34:38
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Brower
14475 Oak Place
Saratoga, CA 95070
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Brower:
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COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Karen Anderson
Martha Clevenger
Joyce Hlava
David Moyles
Donald Peterson
The Saratoga Heritage Preservation Commission has recently
completed —a comprehensive Inventory of historic resources in our
community. We are pleased to notify you that your residence at
14475 Oak Place meets the criteria for being included on this
list.
The purpose of the Heritage Resource Inventory is to establish a
list of documented historic properties in Saratoga. The Heritage
Preservation Commission was assigned the responsibility for
preparing the Inventory by the City Council in 1982. Each
property on the list has been identified as reflecting and being a
part of the unique history of Saratoga. The Inventory has been
prepared in accordance with guidelines established by the State
Office of Historic Preservation, with data gathered from a
variety of sources, including historic documents and books,
interviews with local citizens, and existing county and state
inventories that contain information on Saratoga properties.
Being listed on the Inventory does not carry any form of special .
requirements or restriction's affecting the use, improvement,
alteration or even the demolition of your property. As an
Inventory property, however, you will be able to make use of the
State Historic Building Code, an alternative set of building
regulations that are intended to facilitate the rehabilitation and
preservation of historic buildings. In addition, your property
may qualify for designation as a Saratoga Heritage Landmark, a
special category of outstanding and,exemplary historic properties
that are identified in the community by a handsome bronze plaque.
We have enclosed the entire Inventory list and the individual
Inventory form for your property, which gives information about
the building, the property and its history. We would appreciate
your review of this form to let us know if there are any changes
or additions to the form you wish to include. We also anticipate
that there are additional historic resources in the community that
we may have overlooked or have not fully documented yet; if you
know of any that are not on the list, please let us know.
If you have any questions, please direct them to the Commission
through Valerie Young, our staff person at City Hall (867- 3438).
One of the Commissioners will be happy to'meet with you to discuss
the Inventory and answer any questions you may have.
Sincerely,
Members of the Heritage Preservation Commission
Elizabeth Ansnes
Roy Cameron
Norm Koepernik
Shar Landsness
Barb on} vVoester
arren Heid, Chairman
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HISTORIC RESOURCES INVENTORY ( #37)
IDENTIFICATION
1. Common name: Mrs. John Bell House
2. Historic name: Almond Hill
3. Street or rural address: 14475 Oak Place
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070 County: Santa Clara
4. Parcel number: 397 -22 -53
5. Present Owner: Donald & Carole Brower Address: 14475 Oak Place
City: Saratoga
Ownership is: Public:
6. Present Use: Residence
DESCRIPTION
7a. Architectural style:
Zip: 95070
Private: X
Original Use: Residence
Shingle Craftsman
7b. Briefly describe the present physical appearance of the site or
structure and describe any major alterations from its original
condition:
This is a two -story Craftsman style house which has had most of its
original muntined stationary casement windows restored. They had been
removed by a former occupant in an attempt to modernize the house with
plate glass. The roof is a bell -cast gambrel shape and a composition
shingle roof has replaced what was probably wood shingle. Part of this
imposing roofline extends down to cover a side porch and form a porte
cochere. There are large dormer windows on both the front and back side of
the house. The original carriage house for this home is now separated from
it by Oak Place and has been renovated for use as a residence.
(photograph here)
8. Construction date:
Estimated:
Factual: 1910 -12
9. Architect: Unknown
10. Builder: Unknown
11. Approx. prop. size
Frontage:
Depth:
approx. acreage: .5
12. Date(s) of enclosed
photograph(s): 1988
13. Condition: Excellent: X Good: Fair: Deteriorated:
No longer in existence:
14. Alterations: Original entrance relocated.
15. Surroundings: (Check. more than one if necessary)
Open land: Scattered buildings: Densely built -up: X
Residential: X Industrial: Commercial: Other:
16. Threats to site: None known: X Private development: Zoning:
Vandalism: Public Works project: Other:
17. Is the structure: On its original site? X Moved? Unknown?
18. Related features: Detached garage /children's play house, pool.
SIGNIFICANCE
19. Briefly state historical and /or architectural importance (include dates,
events, and persons associated with the site).
Mrs. John Bell (AKA Mrs. E.R.H. Bell or Emily Ruth Harris) built this home
shortly after the death of her husband. She lined here as a widow with her
three daughters. Her husband was the brother of Mr. David Bell of
"Bellgrove'r on Saratoga -Los Gatos Rd. The Bells were all from Minneapolis.
Mrs. John Bell purchased the land from her brother -in -law, since the David
Bells and G.A. Woods owned most of the land in this area at the time.
20. Main theme of the historic resource:
(If more than one is checked, number
in order of importance.)
Architecture: X Arts /Leisure:
Economic /Industrial:
Exploration /Settlement:
Government: Military:
Religion: Social /Ed.:
21. Sources (List books; documents,
surveys, personal interviews and
their dates).
Melita Oden, historian, Jan. 1985.
22. Date form prepared: 4/88
By (name): SHPC
Organization:. City of Saratoga
Address:13777 Fruitvale Avenue
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070
Phone: 867 -3438
Locational sketch map (draw and label site and
surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks):
NORTH
N.
14475 OAK PLACE OFFERS YOU WHAT
NO OTHER PROPERTY CAN !!
1. The Sellers are EXTREMELY MOTIVATED and willing to OFFER
any INCENTIVES TO A BUYER which work reasonably with the
Sellers' needs and the Buyers' desires.
2. The GUEST HOUSE and pool are on a separate lot for which
a value could be set and DEPRECIATED AS A LEGAL RENTAL.
Rent is presently $700 /month
(a) Because of this, 50% OF ALL YARD MAINTENANCE costs
can be attributed to the rental property and used
as a TAX DEDUCTION.
(b) Also 50% OF POOL MAINTENANCE can be attributed to
rental and used as a TAX DEDUCTION.
3. This home is an HISTORICAL SITE which the Saratoga
Historical Society would like to have formalized on its
list. The Sellers have almost completed all the work
necessary. The Historical Society & Sellers are willing
to assist a buyer in formalizing this.
(a) ONCE the home is FORMALLY put ON THE HISTORICAL
LIST, the owner may receive a 25% TAX CREDIT FOR
RENOVATIONS made to the house. For further
specifications, Buyer should consult the Historical
Society.
4. Exceptionally GOOD BABY SITTERS are available in the
immediate neighborhood.
5. WALKING DISTANCE to SARATOGA VILLAGE yet a quiet and
serene neighborhood.
6. The CONVENIENCE of having as large gracious home close
close to the Village.
7. INCLUDED is a top of the line, almost new WHIRPOOL
WASHER & DRYER.
WHAT INCENTIVES WOULD YOU WANT TO BUY THIS HOME ?
TELL US!
WE WILL SEE WHAT WE CAN DO!
SALES PRICE: $ 668,000
CALL: BETTY WOLF /CENTURY MEDALLION
(408) 725 -8000
State of California — The Resources Agency
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Ser. No.
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HISTORIC RESOURCES INVENTORY B
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4. Parcel number: T/ / —.2.2 + ,l
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6. Present Use: ��,Q,(�/)�j(,°� Original use:
DESCRIPTION
7a. Architectural style � � 7b. Brief) .describe the P resent physical a PP e�c? / ( �
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the site or st ructure and describe any major alterations from its
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DPR 523 (Rev. 11/851
8. Construction date:
Estimated Factual
9. Architect &,-A
10. Builder
11. Approx. property size .(in feet)
Frontage Depth
or approx. acreage.
12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s)
13. Condition: Excellent z000d Fair Deteriorated No longer in existence
14. Alterations:
15. Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land _.Scattered buildings Densely built -up
Residential industrial Commercial Other:
16. Threats to site: None known l' Private development Zoning Vandalism
Public Works project Other: /
17. Is the structure: On its original site? Moved? Unknown?
18. Related features: .-'�—'e4-4"/
SIGNIFICANCE
19. Briefly state historical and /or architectural importance (include dates, events, and persons associated with the site.)
20. Main theme of the historic resource: (If more than one is
checked, number order of importance.)
Architecture Arts & Leisure
Economic /Industrial —Exploration/Settlement
Government . Military
Religion Social /Education t-"
21. Sources.(List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews
and their dates).
22. Date form prepared !� %
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City Zip
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