28 Lost Valley Dr, Orinda, CA 94563

Lost Valley, as the name implies, is a family neighborhood offering the charm and nostalgia of quiet enclaves of years past. The 2504 square foot (per appraisal), 4 bedroom 2 ½ bathroom home at 28 Lost Valley has been beautifully renovated while maintaining its original architectural features. Although only minutes from shopping, transportation, and sought-after Orinda schools (Del Rey Elementary, Orinda Intermediate, Miramonte High – in the top rated high school district in California), this rare 1.48 acre property exudes an air of privacy and serenity. As you approach the home, driving past the recently landscaped front garden, you feel that you are entering your own sanctuary. The front entry is a source of delight – an expansive deck surrounded by flowers welcomes visitors. Inside, the inviting entry leads to the dramatic living room, with hardwood floor, vaulted beamed ceiling, and floor to ceiling windows framing verdant views. This open and airy room will become your family’s favorite spot to read, relax, play games, or watch TV. The formal dining room also features hardwood flooring and an Andersen sliding door to the garden. The delightful updated kitchen offers state-of-the-art features for the serious cook -- appliances include Dacor stainless steel double ovens, Maytag dishwasher, and Thermador gas cooktop. The granite counters, double stainless steel corner sink with a view of the garden, and sunny eating area with Andersen sliding door to the patio combine to create a winning family gathering space. The warm and inviting den has hardwood floor, recessed lighting, built-in bookcases, and a fireplace with brick surround and gas starter. Conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen, the laundry room and elegant powder room with raised glass bowl sink complete this wing of the house. The East-coast style mud room has an easy-to-clean tile floor and is the perfect transition space from garage to home. The bedroom wing has four spacious and private bedrooms. The charming master bedroom has recessed lighting and serene views from well-placed windows. There are two walk-in closets, and an updated en suite bathroom with Euro-style frameless shower door. Each of the other three bedrooms has distinctive features: one is currently used as an office and has extensive built-in desks and bookcases; one has recessed lighting and private garden views; one has hardwood floor, double closets, and its own exterior access door to the garden. All are light and airy with lovely outlooks. The elegantly renovated compartmented hall bathroom features travertine and marble tile, Pipeless jetted tub with shower, and ample storage. Additional features include oversize double car garage with storage shelves, dual pane windows, central heating and air conditioning, and two water heaters, one tankless and one traditional. The yard is professionally landscaped with native plantings and is designed to take advantage of the indoor/outdoor California lifestyle, with outdoor options to suit every whim. The lovely front deck, with beautiful view, provides an ideal spot for morning coffee or twilight drinks. The secluded rear patio is perfect for entertaining or al fresco dining, and there is a level lawn for children’s games. The rose garden provides flowers for the house and there is plenty of sunny exposure to plant vegetables. The gardens are equipped with automatic professional irrigation systems, and the rear yard is fully fenced. The enormous area of undeveloped land provides a natural privacy buffer and opportunities for children to play and climb and explore. It also lends itself to myriad possibilities, including pool, sports court, vineyard, or playground. This is indeed an exceedingly rare opportunity to own an incredible home on 1.48 acres of prime Orinda property at an affordable price.