William Wehner Mansion (San Jose)

The old historic William Wehner Mansion, located in the Villages Golf and Country Club area, in the Southwest Foothills of San Jose, California, is being completely renovated for sale as a residence for seniors. This property, historically named Villa Lomas Azules (Blue Hills Estate) by its original owner William Wehner, is a 3-story, Queen Ann style, 6500 sq. ft. mansion with full basement, 2 detached buildings of 500 sq. ft. each, known as the Summer Kitchen and Garden house, on 1.7 acres. The prestigious Chicago firm of Burnham and Root designed Mr. Wehner's mansion in 1888 and construction was completed in 1891. The dominant architectural feature is the repeated use of the round arch in the carriage entrance, doorways and porch windows. The mansion (before renovation) had 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and 6 fireplaces.