This classic piece of original French architecture was the perfect canvas to make your dream home! Situated in the prestigious Baywood neighborhood amazing proxcimity to acclaimed Baywood Elementary, this lovingly maintained home had been owned by one family for over 50 years. Enjoy vintage details like parquet wood floors, intricate wall and ceiling millwork, and crystal drop chandeliers that give it a timeless elegance. This 5-bedroom 3.5-bathroom property offers an upstairs primary suite with newly remodeled marble bath plus a main-level office, lower-level family room and recreation room with bar. Step outside onto the large elevated patio for outdoor living that overlooks a rear yard awaiting your vision for the future – just one half mile from downtown San Mateo!