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115 Oak Drive
San Rafael, California
Offered Exclusively by
Thomas Henthorne
and
Global Estates
Presenting
115 Oak Drive | San Rafael, California
SOLD
Sold for $1,795,000
Listed in Partnership with Global Estates
www.115OakDrive.com
Sold by Thomas on 11/24/2023 for $1,795,000
115 Oak Drive, San Rafael, California – Escape to a hidden coastal enclave reminiscent of Carmel-by-the-Sea in sunny San Rafael! Located in the coveted Bayside Acres neighborhood, 115 Oak Drive is a remarkable, Instagram-worthy property completely reimagined and transformed by award-winning interior designer Candace Barnes. With sophisticated, bespoke finishes and textures and an attention to detail that most people can only dream of, the home and surrounding gardens are a sanctuary of refinement, luxury and Barnes’ unmistakable design style.
The main home boasts three beautifully appointed bedrooms and two full baths. A separate guest cottage or studio/office is located in the back garden and features a half bath, kitchenette and outdoor shower, offering versatility to this exceptional property.
Inviting outdoor rooms surrounded by lush landscaping are located on both sides of the home, extending the home’s living space beyond its exterior walls. The meticulously maintained gardens include roses, honeysuckle, fruit trees and more with multiple fountains which create a tranquil, relaxing atmosphere.
Marvel at bay views and breathtaking sunsets over Mount Tamalpais. Spend time at the neighborhood private beach and enjoy walks while watching migratory birds in the nearby marsh and estuary. The perfect Mediterranean climate adds to the home’s resort-like ambiance.
115 Oak Drive is the ideal combination of privacy, tranquility and convenience. Located just one block from Andy’s Local Market, Loch Lomond Marina and minutes from McNears Beach, China Camp State Park, Peacock Gap Golf Club and downtown San Rafael. This central Marin location also offers easy access to Hwy 101, San Francisco, the wine country and beyond.
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An inviting entertaining deck is located on the front of the home and serves as an outdoor living room enjoying spectacular views of bay, marina and Mt. Tamalpais. Surrounded by climbing roses and lush greenery, this is the perfect spot for morning coffee or watching the sunset with a glass of wine.
The light-filled, luxurious living room boasts views of the marina, bay and Mt. Tamalpais. This lovely room features original Douglas fir wood floors, a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter and Quartzite surround with custom built-in bookshelves and cabinetry. The living room is open to the dining room and kitchen, flowing effortlessly out to the front entertaining deck.
The beautiful, sophisticated dining room is open to the living room and kitchen and features custom Japanese pressed-bark wallcoverings and tumbled-edge Belgian limestone floors. Large windows look out to the front garden and the bay.
The dramatic designer kitchen is open to the dining room and features custom-painted cabinetry, leathered Quartzite counters and backsplash, tumbled-edge limestone flooring and dark graphite appliances. A large window lets in natural light and looks out to the front garden and the bay and a Dutch door opens out to the inviting back garden oasis perfect for entertaining and dining al fresco.
The luxurious primary suite at 115 Oak Drive offers ample space for a seating area and features soaring ceilings with skylights, hardwood floors, custom wallcoverings, a large walk-in closet and a stunning ensuite bathroom.
French doors let in additional light and open out to a back garden oasis – outdoor living rooms for lounging and dining surrounded by lush landscaping and peaceful water features.
Reminsensect of a boutique resort, the primary bathroom features a large walk-in shower with stunning Moroccan-style floor and wall tile, a corner vanity with quartz counters and dual sinks and designer fixtures.
In addition to the primary suite, the home also offers two spacious guest bedrooms that feature hardwood floors and large closets. These rooms offer flexibility and can be used as a bedroom, home office or a den.
The stunning guest bath features designer textured wall coverings, custom vanity with a quartz countertop, a soaking tub with glass panel, brushed nickel fixtures and custom Bianco Carrara marble tile.
The main home and guest cottage flow effortlessly out to multiple outdoor rooms, surrounded by lush landscaping extending the living space beyond the exterior walls of the home. Offering quintessential California living, the professionally designed, sunny gardens include peaceful water features, intimate pathways and flagstone patios perfect for entertaining, dining al fresco or just relaxing with your favorite book.
The separate guest cottage offers privacy for guests and is also perfect as a home office or studio. It is situated in the beautiful back garden with its own patio and features soaring ceilings with skylights, wood floors, a half bath and a kitchenette. There is even an outdoor shower. A full bath could be created for potential rental income generation.
115 Oak Drive is located in the bay-front area of the Bayside Acres neighborhood which is a hidden coastal enclave surrounded by a coastal marsh and estuary on one side and the San Rafael Bay on the other. The location creates the perfect combination of sunny San Rafael weather and cooling coastal breezes. In addition to its natural beauty, the marsh serves as a bird sanctuary for many species of birds. The neighborhood is also a stopping point for migrating monarch butterflies with many residents creating gardens to attract the butterflies and help them on their journey.
The neighborhood has its own private beach that residents use for social gatherings and water activities such as kayaking and paddle boarding.
115 Oak Drive is located just one block from Loch Lomond Marina and Andy’s Local Market which is a neighborhood institution. The market’s outdoor patio is a popular gathering spot for residents with views of the marina and the bay. Residents also enjoy the walking paths along the marina and the estuary.
The neighborhood also enjoys close proximity to McNears Beach, Peacock Gap Golf Club and China Camp State Park.
There is a voluntary Bayside Acres neighborhood association for those who want to be connected to neighbors and kept up to date on what is going on in the neighborhood.
San Rafael is Marin’s oldest and largest city, with a population of close to 60,000 people. Established in 1874, it is the seat of the County of Marin and is home to Marin’s second most popular tourist destination (after Muir Woods), the Frank Lloyd Wright Civic Center. The building was the last major structure and the only government building designed by the world famous architect. It is now a national historic landmark and hosts one of the country’s best farmers markets each Thursday (seasonal, downtown) and Sunday (year-round).
Named after the Mission San Rafael Archangel, built by Spanish missionaries in 1817, San Rafael is located 11 miles north of San Francisco. The area enjoys some of the best weather in Marin as it is largely free of the coastal fog that areas closer to San Francisco experience. At the city’s heart is its charming, vibrant downtown shopping district which is a mixture of Victorian commercial buildings, ethnic restaurants, street cafes, retail stores, a historic movie theater and numerous music venues, giving San Rafael its hometown flavor.
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