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775 Benjamin Way, Healdsburg - $4,700,000
4 beds, 5 baths, 4,000 square feet. Year built: 1967.
Exterior. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
On over 5 acres, this house is on two lots and so it has plenty of room to add on (not that you'd need to), or have another house built. I wouldn't bother building anything new, and when you see the views you'll understand why. Click to check out a closer view of the house...

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Exterior. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
While this is just a closer view of what we were already looking at, having a bit closer of a look shows that while the home is a two-story, it's set up to have the same amenities on both levels (outdoor living rooms, kitchens, etc.). The idea that this is more like a resort than a single-family home is entirely plausible when viewed like this. Scroll to see a bit more of what the outside has to offer...

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Patio. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
This outdoor patio space/living room area showcases the main reason most homebuyers would more than likely be interested; the view is amazing. But the view doesn't need to stop at the couch, click to check out the outdoor dining area...

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Outdoor dining. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
This outdoor dining area looks as though it would work as well or a formal dinner on a warm evening as it would a casual lunch. The bonus is that you wouldn't need to spend money on centerpieces or other decorations - the view takes care of it. Scroll to head to the front door....

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Front door. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
The front door sets the expectations for what we'll see inside: It's simple, clean, and isn't hiding anything. I think that a glass door like this ome probably wouldn't be something a homeowner would like if they had a lot of neighbors, but with where this house is located, it's fine. Click to check out inside...

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Front entry. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
Walking inside, you can tell it has an open floor plan and has been carefully decorated to make sure everything is coordinated throughout. Scroll to check out another angle...

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Front entry. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
From here you can see the living room, and the wall of oversized windows and glass doors, again offering a view of the valley beyond. Click to see the kitchen...

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Kitchen. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
This kitchen has all high-end appliances, but they're strategically built in so it looks streamlined and clutter free. I'd venture to say this kitchen hasn't been yet, it's that spotless. Scroll for another view....

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Kitchen. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
From this vantage point, you can see the stainless stell appliances like the oven(s), tucked cleanly under the marble countertop, as well as how the oversized windows increase the feeling of space and give it the feeling of indoor/outdoor living. Click to see just how good the view is...

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Kitchen. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
When you're doing dishes, this view will likely make it seem like less of a chore.
Scroll to see just one more view of the kitchen (only because I see it as being one of the most important parts of the house)...

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Kitchen. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
From here, you see the places guests can sit for a casual lunch, and the formal dining room through the doorway. It looks like there's something interesting going on, though...click to see what it is...

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Formal dining room. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
The formal dining room can comfortably seat 8, and you never have to worry about not having just the right wine on hand for the salmon...take your pick. Scroll for a closer look...

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Formal dining room. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
Yes, that is a glass fronted wine safe built into the dining room wall. Because of course. Click to check out the living room...

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Living room. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
The living room is part of the open floor plan in a big way. Here you see that from the living room couch you can view both the kitchen and the formal dining room. Scroll for another view...

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Living room. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
Everything is carefully set up, from the built-in shelving to the well-mounted mirror. Click to get an overview...

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Living room. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
I appreciate this living room more because it does NOT have a lat screen television. The focus is more on relaxation and conversation (which doesn't rule out how great a family movie night can be). But after dinner, you may want to rest. Scroll to head upstairs...

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Master bedroom. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
The master bedroom is spacious, like the rest of the house, and has the same stunning views as downstairs. Click for another view...

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Master bedroom. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
The architectural extras, like the built in shelving and fireplace are all present. If you wondered where your TV would go, look no further. Scroll to see the master bathroom...

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Master bathroom. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
Following the open floor plan, this master bathroom is downright decadent. There are so many custom add-ons, that I wouldn't mind just moving in to the bathroom itself. Click to see what I mean...

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Vanity. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
When getting ready for an evening out, especially if it's going to be somewhere swank, taking the extra time to get ready is easier of you have a vanity like this set up. But this isn't the best part - scroll to see my favorite...

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Closet. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
A custom walk in closet is a must for any social person. This closet in particular just reminds me of how out of date my own is. Click to head downstairs for another amenity...

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Wet Bar. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
When you head downstairs, if you need to relax there's always a fully stocked wet bar waiting. But work still needs to be done, so scroll to see where you'd go...

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Den. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
Every day can't be about relaxation, but in this den it would be hard to know the difference between the two. Click to see one more thing...

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Outdoor living room. (Vanguard Properties Sonoma County)
In case you thought that there really wasn't any place for that big screen TV, it's been carefully placed in the outdoor living room. Not a bad way to relax.