Special retreat on upper Bates, where modern style meets views in this convenient and desirable Orinda location. Designed to showcase natural light and bring the sweeping views and mature landscape in, this home offers space, serenity and a fantastic floor plan. Premium lot with beautiful grounds that enhance the spacious architectural home. Great indoor-outdoor flow. Close to downtown Orinda, ideal for commute access, and just a couple of miles from highly acclaimed Glorietta Elementary. Large foyer is an inviting greeting space with modern style and walls of glass. Oak hardwood floors extend throughout the living spaces. Dramatic living and dining rooms with spanning window and glass door that capture the enchanting views of the hills. High vaulted and beamed ceilings, fireplace with limestone surround. Stylish kitchen with center isle, brass lacquered cabinets, 5 burner Gaggenau gas range, Miele double ovens and warming drawer. Adjacent breakfast room offers floor to ceiling storage and a large skylight. Cozy family room with fireplace, high vaulted ceilings, large windows bringing in the views and a glass door to the backyard. Perfect work from home option with a separate office behind the garage. Primary suite has an oversized bathroom with dressing area and a sliding glass door to the private side yard with gazebo. Second ensuite bedroom with sliding glass door on the main level. Two additional bedrooms with fun character upstairs, one with a loft. Special finishes abound is this well thought out home! Minutes to the Orinda Theatre and Theatre Square, BART and commute access, Orinda farmer's market, community center and park, and library. Top schools include Glorietta Elementary, Orinda Intermediate and Miramonte High School.
| MLS # | 41149481 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending |
| Year | 1960 |
| Days On Site | 33 |
| Listing Provided By | Village Associates Real Estate | Ashley Battersby |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 4 Total |
| SQ Feet | 4,015 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 0.58 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Interior Features | Breakfast Bar, Eat In Kitchen |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Roof | Tile |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Foundation Details | Raised |
| Lot Features | Back Yard, Sloped Down, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Street Level, Yard |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Garage |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Contra Costa |
| City | Orinda |
| Zip Code | 94563 |
| Community Name | Not Listed |
| Listing VS Median (in Not Listed) | |
Price: $2,095,000 low | high Med: $753,930 sqft: 4,015 low | high Med: 2,401 $ / sqft: $522 low | high Med: $343 On site: 33 low | high Med: 71 | |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Contra Costa |
| City | Orinda |
| Zip Code | 94563 |
| Community Name | Not Listed |
| Listing VS Median (in Not Listed) | |
Price: $2,095,000 low | high Med: $753,930 sqft: 4,015 low | high Med: 2,401 $ / sqft: $522 low | high Med: $343 On site: 33 low | high Med: 71 | |
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