Perched on a private ridge above Orinda, this light-bathed single-level retreat serves up cinematic reservoir-to-golf-course views from sunrise to star-shine. Wrapped in fresh white siding, it welcomes with a rustic plank door into a living room clad in board-and-batten walls, warmed by hardwood floors and a stone fireplace beneath towering ceilings. The eat-in kitchen pairs stainless appliances with abundant counter space and ever-changing panoramas, plus direct access to the laundry room and a handy half bath. The serene primary bedroom boasts a flexible office/sitting nook; a second bedroom shares a full bath with soaking tub and separate shower. Step outside to an expansive view deck and terraced paths leading to a partially finished, un permitted ADU—ideal for studio, guest suite, or income potential—alongside a detached garage/workshop and ample parking. Quiet, secluded, and moments to downtown, BART, and top-rated schools, this hillside haven invites you to finish the dream. Welcome home!
MLS #
CC41103604
MLS Source
Contra Costa Association of Realtors
Days on Site
14
Kitchen
220 Volt Outlet, Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Other
Appliances
Dishwasher, Other, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Flooring
Carpet - Wall to Wall, Hardwood, Tile
Laundry
220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only, In Laundry Room
Cooling
Ceiling Fan
Heating
Forced Air
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Raised, Crawl Space
Pool
None, Pool - No
Style
Cabin, Ranch
Garage/Parking
Detached, Garage, Parking Area, Garage: 2 Car(s)
High School District
Acalanes Union High
Sewer
Septic Tank
Water
Public
85 La Encinal is a Single Family Residence in Orinda, CA 94563. This 1,278 square foot property sits on a 1.6 Acres Lot and features 2 bedrooms & 1 full and 1 partial bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,295,000 and was built in 1951.
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