California, Marin County, San Rafael, USA

Welcome to 224 Blackstone Drive, a farmhouse retreat in central Marinwood! Surrounded by open space trails, the famed Marinwood Community Center and pool, and easy access to 101. The home was lovingly remodeled and updated in 2020 - the kitchen and living room were opened to make a bright and cozy great room with counter seating. The natural gas fireplace with Italian plaster and reclaimed wood mantle brings both warmth and rustic chic. Bathrooms have been remodeled with high end vanities, tile, and fixtures. Throughout the home you will find new doors, windows, and lighting. Outside, every inch of the lot is fully utilized! In front there is a new retaining wall, wide driveway, and fenced vegetable gardens. The backyard has it all: a patio, lawn, hot tub, and privacy. Throughout the outdoor space are 17 fruit trees, stainless steel vegetable planters, and drought-tolerant pollinator-friendly plants. Landscaping is fully irrigated. Upgrades include new furnace and AC, 200 amp electric service, new wiring and plumbing throughout the home, new doors and windows, gas insert fireplace, re-textured walls and recessed lights, attic fans in both the house and garage, attic rafter insulation, new garage door, full house French drain, and an insulated crawlspace with full vapor barrier