1984 Magellan Dr, Oakland, CA 94611

HAPPY TO BE HOME! This modern beauty is the perfect place to relax, enjoy the sunset from the front terrace, and delight in the surrounding quiet. Built in 1950 and lovingly maintained, it is a light-filled and gracious retreat, in a private location just above Montclair Village. The entry opens into a bright, light-filled living and dining room with big picture windows, blond hardwood floors and a door to the huge patio in the front. Shaded by large palms, the front patio can be a second dining space or an extension to the living room, thanks to the temperate microclimate of Montclair. The kitchen has handsome and classic amenities: stainless appliances, granite counters, a long breakfast bar, and a lovely view of the canyon from the window over the sink. The graceful flow of the open floor plan makes indoor/outdoor entertaining effortless. The bedrooms have a useful configuration - one on either side of the hallway and the master suite at the back, with two full baths between them. The master bedroom has three closets and a conveniently-placed laundry closet. Off this bedroom is a rare and wonderful bonus space that can be used as an office, a nursery or playroom, a deluxe dressing room, or as a sitting room. The high ceilings and big windows accentuate the feeling of abundant space and light. Set up from the street, the yard is landscaped and lightly scented with rosemary, bougainvillea, lavender, camellia and jasmine. A long driveway leads to an attached garage, with built-in shelves for a workshop. Exceptionally livable, this pretty house is literally steps from the stores, restaurants and the Farmers' Market of Montclair Village. Excellent public and private schools are close by, and easy freeway access for commuters make this home's location especially desirable. This home balances perfectly the sense of being away from it all, while still being close to everything. A gracious layout and a fabulous location make this a pretty and comfortable case of California living at its best!