3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms and a Studio with a Full Bathroom and Parking.

History
Lovingly preserved throughout 113 years, this stunning San Francisco Historical Landmark stands proud as a vestige of the pride of craftsmanship. 3022 Washington Street is a late Italianate edifice with Victorian Gothic, overtones located in San Francisco’s most sought-after location, Pacific Heights. Constructed in 1893 by the architect and inventor Bernhardt E. Henricksen as a firehouse for San Francisco’s Engine Co. Number 23, the building served as protector to the prominent families of Pacific Heights from its inception until 1963. Featuring redwood millwork, characteristic of much of the architecture of its era, this churchlike structure presents a hose-tower steeple with louvered panels, originally designed for drying heavy canvas fire hoses after use, with the date of its founding proudly emblazoned within a sculpture of a coiled fire hose in the gable.

In 1964, the City of San Francisco decommissioned the firehouse and sold the property to Bay Area designer John Dickinson, who converted it into a showcase residence and studio. In 1989 it became the personal residence of former California Governor Jerry Brown, and for the past twelve years has served as the personal residence to prominent advertising man Hal Riney and his family.

Residence
Framed beautifully by verdant, majestic trees on a flat block of Washington Street the architectural detailing and unique steeple of this home is the focal point of this neighborhood. Past the original brickwork driveway the home’s one-of-a-kind entrance door and massive fire engine gate come into focus. The interior has been remodeled to accentuate its original purpose in a striking yet comfortable manner, fifteen-foot high ceilings, original polished brass sliding poles and all the beautifully preserved character native to the late 1800’s architecture.

The entrance level of this unique residence showcases the vintage fire engine room, perfectly suitable as a ballroom, art studio, music hall or any use creativity could dream of. In addition, this level also features a bedroom with bath en suite and direct access to outdoor space. Above, the mezzanine level features an additional bedroom suite with bath and an adjoining office space.

The main level of the home features towering fifteen-foot high ceilings with inset skylights, natural floors of sisal and limestone. Also a distinctive wall of custom-built bookcases, a vestige of Governor Brown’s residency, is revealed. This level’s grand hall features a galleria style living room and dining room with a beautiful John Dickinson designed freestanding fireplace, and an open state-of-the-art stainless steel kitchen. Completing this handsome space is a glorious master suite with ten-foot high French windows, an adjacent master bath, and ample closets.

Introducing added appeal is the convenience of a garden studio apartment, which once served as the firehouse’s cookhouse. The cottage has a skylight, kitchen, and full bath, and is perfect as a studio or a guest cottage. This delightful space is accessed by both a bridge from the mezzanine level, and stairs from the main level and the entrance level. Gracefully finishing this unique residence is an elevator that services all levels with the exception of the cellar. There is a lovely brick patio between the main house and the cottage, as well as an outdoor area with powder room and ample storage space.