Some listings stop you mid-scroll. 1398 Piemonte Drive in Ruby Hill is one such property. This $9 million masterpiece is one of the neighborhood’s most distinguished residences. Think timeless Italian design complemented with resort-living in a spacious 9,812 square-foot Mediterranean-style estate on a grand 1.22-acre lot, overlooking the 8th fairway. It doesn’t get any better than that.

From the moment you arrive, the grand façade, classic rooflines, and elegant archways set the tone. Inside, soaring ceilings, hand-crafted architectural details, and expansive living spaces create a seamless flow between formal elegance and everyday comfort. Custom designer windows frame sweeping views of rolling hills and the golf course beyond. It’s a house like none other, looking for its next owner. Could it be you?

It’s a chef’s delight with the gourmet kitchen just waiting to be used to entertain friends and family. It opens effortlessly into a sunlit family room and outdoor dining terrace. The primary suite is a private sanctuary, complete with a spa-inspired bath, dual dressing rooms, and a private balcony overlooking the grounds. With five bedrooms and six and a half bathrooms, there is room for everyone. Read a book in the library, play games in the game room, or soak in the oversized tub.

Outside, the experience rivals a private resort. Swim in the Olympic-sized swimming pool, relax in multiple lounge areas, or savor the sights of the manicured gardens to unwind in nature. 

Wine collectors rejoice! With an 800+ square foot wine basement cellar, there is more than enough room for your reds and whites. This cellar is a showpiece designed for serious connoisseurs.

If there is any agent who is qualified to sell this masterpiece, it is Uwe Maercz. He’s sold over 350 properties here in Ruby Hill and many more to come. As he says, “I’ve got the inside knowledge. Never underestimate what a local agent can bring to the table.” He has built his business on integrity as well as repeat and referral business throughout the years, which speaks volumes to his impeccable reputation in the community. 

This trusted real estate professional was part of the original Ruby Hill Realty brokerage, back when the brokerage itself was community-specific, area-specific, and relationship-driven. Over the years, Uwe has remained anchored in Ruby Hill as a top performer and as a trusted advisor.

In fact, he sold this very home 22 years ago. No cold calling. No pitch. Just a voicemail. Two days later, the listing was his. That’s repeat business earned the hard way: through trust, results, and consistency.

What’s the secret to his success? Uwe does things differently. He focuses on quality. He never cuts corners. He shows up early. He takes the work seriously because his clients do. With a deep background in accounting, management consulting, and complex Silicon Valley sales (including serving as a Vice President of Application Services), he brings a full-package approach to real estate: financial strategy, tax awareness, investment foresight, and execution that doesn’t miss.

He understands 1031 exchanges. He understands tax law. He understands what makes a smart investment—and when the numbers and the location align, he knows exactly how to move.

Add to that an international edge few agents can match. Uwe has lived in four countries, speaks five languages, studied in Germany, Italy, and at UC Berkeley, and serves a global clientele with ease. His personal real estate footprint spans from Hawaii to San Francisco, Germany, Italy, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi.

Looking to invest? Consider the UAE. “There’s explosive growth there,” says Uwe. “It’s certainly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest.” With high rental yields, it simply makes sense to the discerning buyer. “There’s a 7-10 percent rental yield with no property tax,” he points out. 

Or you might want to consider Italy. Currently, Uwe has five properties under construction, active development projects in some of Italy’s most scenic locations, and direct access for clients seeking European investment opportunities.

This is what a true local expert looks like with a global reach.