One of the pleasures of living in the Oakland hills is the Tahoe like atmosphere that one experiences daily.  This stunning mid-century modern home, located at 5470 Fernhoff Road in Hillcrest Estates,  has been designed in such a way that it settles in beautifully among the lush, well established trees and  plants that surround it.

It is truly spacious, offering 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms in an outstanding 3374 sf of living space on 1.05 acres.  

To the rear of the home is this stunning pool that invites one enjoy its beauty, recreate and exercise, and entertain friends with parties and barbecues. 

The design of this outstanding home takes advantage of all 3374 sf of its living space, and, as is the concept of a mid-century modern home,…

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This handsome home sits comfortably among the well established trees and gardens of 17 Blair Avenue in Piedmont.  It reflects the classical Craftsman style of architecture that is still valued and appreciated today.  

Well located in central Piedmont, it is just minutes away from schools, parks, the downtown stores, and Dracena Park.  It offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in a comfortable 2047 sf of living space.

The home itself is an architectural classic, and has dramatic curb appeal.  Simple lines, sturdy twin pillar frontage, overhanging roofs and a distinctive front porch declare it so.  

 A deep porch with a full overhead roof and matching side pillars at its entry welcomes guests to the house.  Well developed, and well conceived…

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This handsome home, with its distinctive Tudor styling, sits serenely among the trees in the Piedmont Pines neighborhood of Oakland at 2708 Darnby Drive.  It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms in a comfortable 2046 sf of living space.  

It is located close to everything, including popular Montclair Village with its regular art walk, and there is an easy access to Oakland, Berkeley, and Contra Costa County via Highways 13 and 24 at the base of the hill.    

As is seen here, and also below, a great deal of dedication and effort has been invested in surrounding this home with a stunning garden composed of a amazing array of plants and trees that are well established, and varied in scope and size. 

This restful living room is spacious…

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This especially handsome home has impressive curb appeal.  From its distinctive architecture, to its well groomed front gardens, it is notable.  Located in the Normandy Gardens neighborhood of Oakland at 5731 Picardy Drive, it offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2874 sf of living space.  

A warm and engaging fireplace anchors the living room, and there is generous living space for a variety of interior decorative styles and floorplans for the room itself.  

True to the Normandy style, overhead wooden beams add a bit of drama and color to the off white walls and lighter wooden flooring.

A wall of windows on the far right wall captures the light and invites it into to create a sunny ambiance within the space.  A view across the street,…

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This stunning entry into this home, with its classically styled paired pillars, opens onto a dramatic living space, as is seen in this view of this very special home that is located high in the Berkeley hills. 

Located at 1215 Alvarado Road, it joins other gracious homes that define this neighborhood.   It has been designed by the well known architectural firm of Hopkins/Palmer and Associates.  

Its very expansive living space includes 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms, and an very desirable 3943 sq. ft. of floor space.  

The living room literally glows with light from virtually every aspect of this space.  Perfectly placed skylights capture the exterior light, and are paired with the overhead lighting to offer a warmth that is exceptionally…

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This very engaging hillside townhome is located at 36 Clarewood Lane in the Clarewood Subdivision of Oakland's Montclair district.   Surrounded by tall trees and pleasant hillside trails, it offers a Tahoe like atmosphere just moments from Montclair Village, and nearby Berkeley and Oakland.  

It features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in a comfortable 1396 sf of living space. 

Three stunning, and 10 foot floor to ceiling windows combine with a set of four horizontal windows to capture the restful view of the exterior greenery and trees immediately adjacent to the living room.  

The living room itself is large, and is softly color coordinated with the hardwood floors and the subtle off white walls.  It is anchored by a pleasant fireplace that…

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High up in the Berkeley hills is this remarkable Tudor style home that captures the eye with its marvelous brick walls and its dramatic peaked roofs.  Located at 620 Cragmont Avenue, it offers a panoramic Bay area view directly below, and is just moments from Tilden Park, and hillside biking and hiking trails.  

This very spacious home offers 3 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, and 4 bedrooms in a generous 2648 sf of living space.  

This sweeping view of the San Francisco Bay area is available every day of the year from this home, and is especially appealing as the seasons and time of day create new visions to enjoy.  

There is a warmth that is experienced in every corner of this home.  Upon entry, one is greeted by high ceilings, and…

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This handsome home, located in the very desirable gently rolling foothills of Piedmont at 58 La Salle Avenue, is now available for sale.  It is exceptionally spacious, offering 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms in a generous 3253 sf of living space.  

This home is designed for easy living, and is perfectly suited for those who enjoy entertaining, as each view throughout will confirm.  The large front patio offers numerous opportunities for parties, special events, and when desired-quiet relaxation under the tree canopy above.  

This marvelous living room on the main level of the home is surrounded by three walls of multipaned windows which draw in the exterior light from every…

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One of the most popular styles of homes in the Bay area has to be the Eichler home.  Always in demand, they capture the very best of indoor/outdoor living with their unique design concepts.    

Currently, one such home is available for sale in the Oakland hills at 8156 Coach Drive.  It is large, offering 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 2076 square feet of living space.  

A centrally placed door opens to invite one inside to an engaging living experience.  

The basic concept of an Eichler home is one of living in harmony with nature.  It offers a private central garden and atrium around which many of the home's many rooms are placed, creating an interaction between indoor and outdoor living through the use of doors that open out onto the…

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This handsome Cape Cod style home is both attractive and inviting for both residents and guests. Especially well located at 958 Leo Way in Oakland's Montclair neighborhood, it is close to everything that is offered in this very popular hillside village. 

It features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in a generous 2421 sf of living space.  

This distinctive home has been designed for gracious living and entertaining. Every room provides an inviting and relaxing ambiance, and this ambiance extends to the exterior of the home as well, as can be seen as soon as one opens the fence gate upon arrival.  

A fully developed, well tended, and carefully conceived garden surrounds a brick patio in the front of the house that is perfect for a quiet…

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