On approximately ⅓ of a waterfront acre in Alameda’s coveted Bronze Coast, this upgraded 3+BD/3BA Colonial Revival beauty offers unparalleled island living. The stately 3252 SQFT home boasts a rare combination of modern conveniences and rich 1907 architecture that opens to a huge English garden leading to a massive and wonderful lagoon dock.
From the classic round porch, step inside to see gorgeous vintage details including: stained and leaded glass, a grand staircase, coved ceilings, wainscotting, pocket doors, picture railings, medallions, and built-in cabinets and shelving. With sunlight streaming from huge windows, the lower floor has a perfect flow where you can entertain in formal living and dining rooms or relax in a fabulous den with a wall of windows overlooking the garden and the lagoon. A large butler’s pantry leads to the stylish kitchen featuring a Wolf stove, copper sink, and glass cabinets. A second internal staircase offers another way upstairs. The lower floor is complete with a full bath, laundry area, and powder room.
From the family room, step outside for extraordinary indoor/outdoor living. A heated patio with a pergola lets you dine al fresco year round, and you can unwind in peace in the Japanese-style sauna house. Meandering paths lead through incredible mature landscaping and a flat grassy area to the giant dock where you can tie a boat, launch a kayak, or just enjoy the water.
For privacy and quiet, three bright bedrooms are upstairs. The sunny south-facing rear suite is not to be missed with a large ensuite bath and lovely views. In the next room, a spectacular wood-paneled office is tucked away with gorgeous built-in shelves and desks offering a quiet workspace for two with the water as a backdrop. The other two generous bedrooms feature roomy closets and share a split bath with a traditional clawfoot tub.
The home’s full height basement and massive attic provide tons of storage and potential for expansion, and the 2-car carport/garage and large driveway offer plenty of parking. Upgrades include solar panels, EV hookups, Tesla backup battery, air conditioning upstairs, and French drainage system. Nearby, find sought-after public and private schools, the beach, Transbay bus stop, Shoreline shopping center, lively Park Street, and Alameda’s lovely shoreline trails.
