California, Marin County, San Rafael, USA

Abundant 5BD/2BA home on a fully fenced & gated 16,200 sqft lot above the sought after Picnic Valley. 2,116 sqft of well-maintained, move-in-ready living space w/natural light, views & indoor-outdoor flow. Additional partially finished full basement of 1,056 sqft. Built in 1924, with period details, the formal LR features a fireplace & opens from an enchanting brick front porch with a view of the front garden from the charming original window seat. Kitchen & adjacent formal DR open to a sprawling rear deck ideal for entertaining, tree gazing or everyday enjoyment. Flexible floorplan includes a downstairs primary suite with cheerful sunroom, 3 additional ample BDs upstairs, (one with view deck) a centrally located hall BA, & a bonus flex room downstairs, perfect for guests, den or home office. New 95% efficiency furnace & 200 Amp electrical service, outbuilding/4-car garage w/workshop & storage areas below, additional 4-car reinforced Redwood parking deck, currently used for sunny entertaining. Expansive 2 parcel fenced yard with a small seasonal creek below, mature trees & landscaping, multiple patios, pathways, hobby areas, open space for gardening, pets & play. Mins to downtown, parks, trails, local shops, dining & commuter access. A true relaxing retreat w/pride of ownership!