Guitar Hero, Oculus Exec's 14-Acre Pleasanton Home To Be Auctioned

PLEASANTON, CA — Jack McCauley, a technology executive who helped engineer “Guitar Hero” and served as vice president of engineering at Oculus VR, is auctioning off his luxurious Pleasanton estate starting Thursday.

The 6,535-square-foot home at 1333 Montrose Place is located along 14 luxurious acres, including a five-acre vineyard. It boasts seven bedrooms, six bathrooms, a large ADU, and a huge swimming pool with waterfalls and grottos.

The backyard, designed by Four Seasons landscape architect Mark Schatz, also offers a hot tub, golf course, bocce court, fire pit, and covered poolside outdoor kitchen.

Inside, the home boasts a deluxe kitchen, high ceilings, large windows, movie theater, wine cellar, wine tasting room, and much more.

The property was originally listed for $8.99 million, but will now sell to the highest bidder.

“Participating in an auction offers sellers the opportunity to showcase their property to a wide range of potential buyers, particularly those who actively follow Concierge Auctions for the variety of properties featured. Furthermore, it enhances the assurance and finality of the sale, guaranteeing that the property will be sold by a specified date at the optimal market price,” said Bob Buttaro of Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions, which is conducting the auction.

Bidding will last from Nov. 30 - Dec. 14.

For photos, videos, a 3D tour, and bidding information, visit conciergeauctions.com.