1440 Grand Avenue, San Rafael
$3,495,000

This outstanding farmhouse inspired residence has been recently updated and shows beautifully throughout with spectacular high-end, timeless, designer finishes. The owner/designer’s choices in bespoke lighting, fixtures, and tile and slab materials have resulted in an unrivaled opportunity for the ultimate residential showplace in Marin County. The +- 3,445 square foot residence offers an ideal floor plan with the primary suite and two additional bedrooms on the upper level, and a fourth bedroom, ideal for guests, in-laws, or an au pair, located on the main level. Designed for entertaining, the 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom residence seamlessly flows from the grand scale family, living, and dining rooms, to the sweeping level lawn and pool, ideal for hosting large events and more casual gatherings. The resort like +- ½ acre perfectly level grounds, perfectly site placed, include old growth Palm trees, rose gardens, sweeping level lawn, stone walls, in-ground pool, and large outdoor dining area with trellis overhang; ideal for al fresco dining on warm summer nights. Conveniently located in the coveted flats near the highly acclaimed private Dominican College with easy access to Highway 101 for a quick commute to downtown San Francisco, SFO, and Silicon Valley.

Main Level

• Formal foyer
• Fabulous, large dining room, with two sets of built-ins, offers designer lighting and overlooks the rear yard and gardens
• Magazine worthy living room, grand in size, includes two sets of built-ins, wood burning fireplace, and two sets of glass doors opening to the exterior dining area and outdoor entertaining area
• Carrera marble bathroom includes a vintage soaking tub, high-end fixtures, Subway tile surround, and designer mirror
• Guest bedroom on the main level overlooks the front yard and gardens
• Fabulous white marble chef’s kitchen, designed for cooking, includes high-end stainless appliances, large eat-in space, walk-in storage, bar/service area, and center island
• Adjacent family room is grand in scale and offers high ceilings, a fireplace, ceiling to floor glass doors that open directly to the level lawn and pool and a gas fireplace
• Large home office/library which could also be a home gym, opens directly to the rear yard and gardens and includes a barn door and wet bar

Upper Level

• Large bedroom with custom built closet overlooks the front yard and gardens
• Beautifully designed full bathroom with custom vanity, designer fixtures, and shower staggered marble surround
• Second bedroom on this level offers a custom-built closet and overlooks the rear yard and gardens
• Hotel like primary suite is grand in scale with high ceilings, walk in closet, and overlooks the rear yard and gardens
• Primary bathroom offers a Toto spa shower/tub combination, large vanity with ample storage, marble floors, and mini glass tile surround

Additional Features

• Two zone heat and air conditioning
• Well for irrigation
• Solar system (owned)
• +- 840 square foot attic with pull down ladder
• Honeywell Thermostat
• Built-in speakers
• Survey available
• Two car attached garage
• Off street parking for up to 7+ cars on motor court driveway
• Ample on street parking
• +- 55 square foot “pool house” with designer tile floor
• +- 65 square foot playhouse with designer tile floor
• Fully fenced backyard
• In close proximity to local hiking trails