50 El Castillo, Orinda

Situated at the end of a flat cul-de-sac is this stunning contemporary retreat on 2/3 acres. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the entryway with a sweeping staircase set the tone for this stylish home. The main house features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 family rooms, a living room, an open kitchen, a walk-in pantry, a formal dining room, and a bonus room. Hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings, and walls of glass throughout bring the feeling of the outdoors inside. All bedrooms, including the guest house and the walk-in pantry, are outfitted with California Closets allowing for ample storage.

This house has been designed for privacy, entertainment, and outdoor adventure. Wrap-around decks and balconies allow for indoor/outdoor living at their finest. Sit around the gas firepit on the deck off the family room while kids enjoy one of the many level play areas. The shaded turf area is perfect for a putting green, climbing wall, or simply a peaceful retreat among the redwoods. The level side yard features a sports court, lawn, and patio surrounded by oak trees. There is plenty of lands to explore on this large wooded property.

Views from every window of the house make you feel like you are miles away from everything yet you are close to both downtown Orinda and Lafayette. Easy access to the freeway and BART makes this home ideal for commuting to Oakland or San Francisco.

The separate guest house with high beamed ceilings and large windows features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a kitchen with granite counters, and a laundry closet with a washer and dryer. This spacious apartment is perfect for guests, a private office, or an artist’s retreat complete with a private balcony to enjoy the views of the surrounding trees.

Get away from it all with the convenience of being close to everything in this sophisticated and peaceful home.

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