Description
Beautifully sited on 1.02 acres, this jewel box residence has a delightful setting and desirable, convenient location in the Orinda hills. With sweeping views of the hills & trees, this mid-century modern retreat showcases architectural integrity & offers single level living in harmony with nature. Owned by a pioneering woman architect educated in the 1940s earning a Masters in Architecture from UC Berkeley; she was an early modernist who focused on her love of Scandinavian design. Dramatic walls of glass, including seven glass doors, create an outstanding indoor/outdoor flow. Oak hardwood floors, period design elements, including rich woodwork, high ceilings. Efficient floor plan includes a lovely den in addition to the stunning great room space. Updated kitchen features new stainless steel Samsung appliances & new quartz counters. One bedroom makes an ideal office with its wall of built-in bookshelves & glass door (no closet). The other two bedrooms also enjoy serene outlooks & walls of glass. Enjoyable entry courtyard with garden, decks with views, back lawn + acreage with future potential, all make this a great home for entertaining + day to day California living. Conveniently close to both downtown Orinda & Lafayette, with easy fwy access. Highly acclaimed Orinda schools.
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3BEDS
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1.02ACRES
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1BATHS
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11/2 BATHS
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1,533SQFT
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$946$/SQFT
Description
Beautifully sited on 1.02 acres, this jewel box residence has a delightful setting and desirable, convenient location in the Orinda hills. With sweeping views of the hills & trees, this mid-century modern retreat showcases architectural integrity & offers single level living in harmony with nature. Owned by a pioneering woman architect educated in the 1940s earning a Masters in Architecture from UC Berkeley; she was an early modernist who focused on her love of Scandinavian design. Dramatic walls of glass, including seven glass doors, create an outstanding indoor/outdoor flow. Oak hardwood floors, period design elements, including rich woodwork, high ceilings. Efficient floor plan includes a lovely den in addition to the stunning great room space. Updated kitchen features new stainless steel Samsung appliances & new quartz counters. One bedroom makes an ideal office with its wall of built-in bookshelves & glass door (no closet). The other two bedrooms also enjoy serene outlooks & walls of glass. Enjoyable entry courtyard with garden, decks with views, back lawn + acreage with future potential, all make this a great home for entertaining + day to day California living. Conveniently close to both downtown Orinda & Lafayette, with easy fwy access. Highly acclaimed Orinda schools.
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