Secluded retreat in Woodside’s Kings Mountain community

Twice a week, The Chronicle features a home on the market that caught our eye for its architecture, history or character.

Decks, slate patios and pebble pathways surround a skillfully appointed floor plan.

A double-height vaulted ceiling towers above the living area of the great room, while cork floors, wood-paneled appliances and a breakfast bar finish the eat-in chef’s kitchen.

Clerestory windows in a gabled wall opposite the loft allows light into the public rooms.

Native plants and mature trees fill the lot that stretches for more than an acre and includes views of the Farallon Islands.

Don’t miss: A master suite that includes deck access and a sleeping platform large enough for a California king size bed.

The contemporary bathroom includes basin sinks, floating vanities, wood-framed windows, tall ceilings, a jetted tub and a lavish slate shower.