Inspired by the VanDamm house in Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest, this architectural masterpiece offers jaw-dropping views and unparalleled seclusion and privacy within minutes of downtown Orinda and Berkeley and just steps to hiking trails. Designed and built by the owner for the owner this unique structure offers powerful angles, rugged materials, and a back to the earth vibe amidst a backdrop of nature in the masterful style of Frank Lloyd Wright. Massive beams meet at improbable angles, the living room and primary bedroom fully cantilever as if floating in space with floor to ceiling glass and views of Briones Reservoir, Mt Diablo, and EBMUD watershed. Hawks circle, turkeys gobble, and quail squabble in this magical retreat perched on its aerie at the top of the world. Featuring balconies off almost every room, 4 full bathrooms, large family room, quiet and gentle hydronic heating, separate built-in Subzero freezer and refrigerator, 60” gas range with 6 burners and 24” griddle, large garage and workshop space, almost all new lighting, new outlets/switches, gleaming oak floors, 22 new windows, 80 gallon Bradford White Heatpump water heater, and a new boiler.
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Price
$3,450,000
Days On Site
6 Days
Bedrooms
4
Inside Area (SqFt)
3,136 sqft
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
4
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
0.23 Acres
Year Built
1982
MLS® Number
41114028
Status
Active
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
N/A
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5 days ago
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6 days ago
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General Features
Acres
0.23
Attached Garage
Yes
Cross Street
Lomas Contadas
Disclosures
Nat Hazard Disclosure
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Levels
Multi/Split
Parking
AttachedWorkshop in GarageGarage Door Opener
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Sewer
Septic Tank
Special Circumstances
Standard
SqFt Total
3136
Style
Mid Century Modern
Water Source
PublicShared Well
Interior Features
Appliances
DryerDishwasherDouble OvenRefrigeratorGas RangeTrash CompactorElectric Water HeaterWater Softener
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Family RoomGas Starter
Fireplaces
3
Flooring
ConcreteWood
Heating
BaseboardRadiantHot Water
Interior
Storage
Laundry Features
Laundry Room
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Exterior Features
Construction Details
Wood Siding
Lot Features
Secluded
Other Structures
Workshop
Pool Features
None
Roof
Metal
View
HillsPanoramicPastureValleyWaterMountain(s)
Waterview
HillsPanoramicPastureValleyWaterMountain(s)
Community Features
MLS Area
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School District
Orinda (925) 254-4901
Schools
School District
Orinda (925) 254-4901
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Bhima Sheridan of District Homes 5105025243
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