1200 Jackling Drive

Description

A private estate in the highly coveted Lower North Hillsborough, this trophy property spans 5.36 acres across four separate parcels, offering exceptional privacy, expansion potential, and investment value. Designed by renowned architects John Bakewell Jr. & Ernest Weihe, this French chateau-style masterpiece became home to Hollywood legend Bing Crosby. With ties to the legendary racehorse Seabiscuit and antique elements sourced from the Hearst Collection, this estate is truly one-of-a-kind. The residence includes 11 bedrooms, 10 full bathrooms, and 5 half bathrooms across four levels. A family-friendly floor plan, designed for both comfortable living and grand entertaining, includes multiple salons, a formal dining room, a paneled library, a private office, and a separate guest wing. Stunning architectural details include Rococo plasterwork, intricate millwork, and imported European antiques many hand-selected by Bing Crosby himself. The expansive estate grounds once housed Seabiscuit's stables and now feature lush gardens, serene walking paths, and endless opportunities for outdoor entertaining. With rare historical significance, unparalleled elegance, and extraordinary scale, this is a legacy estate a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Californias Golden Era.

Listing information courtesy of: Jenn Gilson, Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty 650-642-6957. *Based on information from the Association of REALTORS/Multiple Listing as of 04/01/2025 and/or other sources. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.