4685 Commonwealth Dr, Oakland, CA 94605

Description

Nestled on a full acre in the Chabot Park Estates neighborhood of the Oakland Hills, this rare urban oasis offers the best of agricultural charm and city living. The classic 3+ bed, 3 full bath, single story Rancher style home, and detached barn, create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, from garden to table. The main house features hardwood floors, and Mexican Saltillo and Moroccan Zellige tiles, complimenting the open modern layout with old world warmth. The home is filled with natural morning and evening light pouring in from the picture frame windows, skylights and Dutch door. The formal living and dining rooms provide welcoming spaces for both everyday living, and entertainment. The open eat in kitchen is framed by majestic, mature redwood trees that create a peaceful, private setting. The large island, abundant storage and new stove, are ideal for culinary enthusiasts, and hosting.The primary suite features generous closet space, a sky light for stargazing, an en-suite bathroom, and private deck access to the orchard side. There you will find mature plum, pear, cherry, persimmon, olive, nectarine, avocado, and pomegranate trees. The main level has two additional bedrooms, and full baths, one featuring a luxurious soaking tub, and the other a bright walk-in shower. The rooms are sun drenched and inviting - enhanced by skylights and tree lined views. Downstairs, a large bonus room, generously fenestrated, with a beautifully remodeled full guest bathroom offers exceptional flexibility as a guest suite, home office, recreation room, or potential fourth bedroom.There is also a laundry room, craft space, and storage. Throughout the parklike setting you will find mature Black walnut and Magnolia trees, ornamental landscaping, California native plants, drought tolerant flax, Proteas and Acacias, Oak and Evergreens. For the urban homesteader there are raised garden beds, a chicken coop fit for 6 hens, currently occupied by two very friendly egg laying gals - Peaches and Henrietta. The trees have been recently trimmed and fertilized, and new mulch has been laid to delineate pathways and discourage weeds. Horse lovers - this property is equine friendly, allowing up to two of your four-legged friends. Boarding stables are nearby or keep them on site in the barn. Whether you use the additional space for a workshop, artist’s studio, or animal stall, you will enjoy the new roof and skylights...Also included in the sale is the seller owned solar and adjoining lot...