1100 Mountain Blvd, Oakland, CA 94611

Mood: serene. Welcome to Glen Highlands, a Montclair neighborhood tucked away in the hills, and yet perfectly situated for commuters, offering easy freeway access from a private forest-like setting. Open and airy, yet also cozy and inviting, the house has three bedrooms and two baths on a single level, set high off the street with an inviting treehouse feel. Striking original details -- arched pass-throughs, wood floors, a brick fireplace and big corner windows offer depth and interest while the freshly painted color palette remains serenely muted. Built in 1939 as a sunny cottage getaway for wealthy San Francisco families, the house sets the tone for permanent vacation vibes.