2008 11th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606

This lovely 1910 cottage has been completely renovated, refreshed and expanded. The house has been thoroughly updated to make it a home full of charm and style. Bougainvillea, lavender and succulents grace the front yard. Upon entering, the modern, open layout is practical and elegant, and perfect for entertaining. The space has high ceilings and the living room has a pretty picture window that nicely frames the magnolia tree in front. The sophisticated kitchen features quartz counters, a beautiful glass backsplash, and stainless undermount sink and appliances. With the dining area close by, this is a kitchen than would please any chef. The master suite is in the back of the main floor, with a large window that captures the morning light, and that overlooks the back garden. A full bathroom is nicely redone with handsome tile and fittings. The spacious and peaceful downstairs has three bedrooms and a full bath, which gives you lots of options - as guest room, home office, yoga retreat, studio space or simply as quiet sleeping quarters. The Clinton neighborhood is one of Oakland's best kept secrets - close to everything, quiet at night and genuinely a mixture of all lifestyles. It is also home to several excellent neighborhood restaurants: Michelin recommended Champa Garden (Thai/Laotian), Kainbigan (Filipino), and Philomena (Pizza). Portal Restaurant and some of Oakland's best taco trucks are also nearby. Sunny all the time, it is a quick trip to Lake Merritt, the farmers' market and the excellent shopping at Lakeshore, and is near to the Glenview neighborhood, with the delights of Park Sushi, Bellanico and Park Burger. A house with lots of space and many modern details, in a richly-textured neighborhood - this is Oakland at its best.