3 Architectural Marvels of the Bay Area

El Cerrito’s favorite streamline moderne home has finally found its next stewards. I am thrilled to connect architecturally significant homes to buyers with a vision. In this case, my buyer clients fell in love with this 1930s gem on Arlington Boulevard. 

Listing details: It had been on the market for two years and was suffering from the stigma of being a stale listing. But, when we dug deeper into the reports and spent weeks conducting our diligence, it became clear that everyone else was sleeping on this masterpiece. We swooped it up below the asking price, saving them money for the restoration they plan to do over the next several years. Watch this space.

Experience “Oakmead,” an exquisitely preserved estate in Sonoma County. Built in 1888, this historic property overlooks 18.32 acres of picturesque Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyards contracted with esteemed wineries. Lovingly maintained for over 40 years by the same family, Oakmead seamlessly blends its original Victorian charm with modern amenities. Explore winding pathways through rose gardens, ponds, fountains, and manicured lawns, leading to a restored 5,000 sq ft barn, an art/exercise studio with half bath, and an independent 2 bed/1 bath cottage. Additional features include wine cellar, multiple outbuildings and a detached two-car garage. The main residence, nestled amidst lush gardens, offers an outdoor kitchen, fire-pit, and expansive patio for entertaining. The first floor showcases an elegant primary suite with walk in closet and grand bath- room, custom kitchen with large pantry and breakfast nook open to a cozy family room with one of five fireplaces. Rounding out the main floor is the sunroom, library, formal dining and living room with adjacent mu- sic room, and a versatile office suite with full bath.

Listing details: Upstairs includes four bedrooms, a full bath, and expansive views.

▼ 27.46 Acres | 2 Legal Parcels

▼ 3 Acres of Manicured Landscaping

▼ Half-Acre Pond

▼ ±5,040 sq. ft. Barn (Renovated in 1996)

▼ Additional Structures: Exercise Room (with half bath); 2-Car Detached Garage; Expansive Wood Deck; Outdoor Kitchen with BBQ and Firepit; Laundry Room; Refrigerator Room; Garbage Shed; Tool Shed; Potting Shed; Wood Shed

▼ Whole House Generator

▼ 800+ sq. ft. Cottage

▼ 18.32 Acres of Vineyard: 8.13 acres Chardonnay 10.19 acres Pinot Noir

▼ Planted in 2001, 2002 & 2004

▼ Chardonnay Contracted to Jordan

▼ Pinot Noir Contracted to Copper Cane

▼ Vineyard Management by Sanchietti Farming Inc.

Welcome to 290 Fairway Drive, an extraordinary home perfectly situated across from the 10th fairway in the coveted Ocean Colony community.

Listing details:

• Spectacular living room with high ceilings, expansive windows capturing stunning views, and an abundance of natural light

• Chef’s kitchen with granite counters & stainless-steel appliances

• Primary suite with a vaulted ceiling and private balcony capturing ocean and golf course views

• Outstanding location near the HMB Golf Links, Ritz Carlton, tennis courts, beautiful beaches, coastal trails, downtown and highway 92.