{"id":30669,"date":"2026-10-09T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thegoods-sf.com\/thefrontsteps\/?p=30669"},"modified":"2026-10-09T08:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T15:00:00","slug":"35-ventura-avenue","status":"publish","type":"listing","link":"https:\/\/thegoods-sf.com\/thefrontsteps\/listing\/35-ventura-avenue\/","title":{"rendered":"35 Ventura Avenue"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Rare and enchanting, this exquisitely maintained Spanish Mediterranean residence is an extraordinary private retreat on one of Forest Hill&#8217;s most coveted blocks. Set behind an unassuming faade on a huge, beautifully landscaped lot, with lush greenery, serene outlooks, and exceptional indoor\/outdoor livingthis home is a true escape from the city.    Rich architectural character meets refined modern comfort throughout the thoughtfully designed floor plan. A gracious formal living room with fireplace anchors the main level, with the elegant dining room featuring a second fireplace and exposed wood beams, opening to a private deck perfectly suited to intimate dinners or effortless entertaining. The chef&#8217;s kitchen, appointed with a generous island and top-tier amenities, enjoys verdant hillside views.    Two spacious bedrooms complete the main level, including a front bedroom with a classic bay window and a serene en-suite bedroom with private deck, generous closet, and private bathroom.  A spacious and luxurious common bathroom completes this level.  The secluded lower-level bedroom suite offers a dedicated sitting area, walk-in closet, and newly renovated bath with an indulgent steam shower.  The expansive, Bali-inspired backyard is a lush sanctuary of mature landscaping and total seclusion, with a charming gazebo and outdoor firepit creating an irresistible setting for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying an indoor\/outdoor lifestyle.    Practical amenities include a two-car garage, spacious driveway parking, an elevated storage room\/office at the rear of the garage, separate rear shed\/workshop, and abundant additional storage. Adding to the exceptional opportunity, approved site permits are in place for a significant upstairs expansion featuring a luxurious primary suite and media room.    Turnkey, private, and remarkably serene, this is a rare Forest Hill offering where architectural romance, modern luxury, and an extraordinary garden setting come together in perfect harmony.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-30669","listing","type-listing","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thegoods-sf.com\/thefrontsteps\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/listing\/30669","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thegoods-sf.com\/thefrontsteps\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/listing"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thegoods-sf.com\/thefrontsteps\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/listing"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thegoods-sf.com\/thefrontsteps\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30669"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}