385 Elwood Ave, Oakland, CA 94610

SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE This custom home builder’s 1912 Craftsman home is anything but typical! Framed in first-growth redwood, it’s clear this beautiful residence was built to last. With lovely architectural details and materials with a historic provenance, it is a handsome home with an individual spin. Set level-in at the crest of Elwood Avenue, it has a classic and striking street presence, enhanced by the contemporary landscaping of wisteria, camellia, fountain grass and sage. The welcoming porch, wide glass door and tapered columns show its personality right away. Inside, the living room has simple stained glass windows and built-in shelving on either side of the brick fireplace; coved plaster ceilings, wainscoting and beautiful glass pocket doors to the dining room are fantastic Craftsman statements. The front bedroom has lots of light, and there's a full bath off the other upstairs bedroom. The dining room features a built-in buffet and other period details, and has a graceful flow into the kitchen, breakfast room and family room. This area is the heart of the home: beechwood floors, winsome wood cabinetry and a cathedral ceiling clad with old growth Douglas Fir bring warmth to this cheery space, as granite counters and stainless appliances bring a contemporary chicness. The windows are filled with views of the giant oak in the back yard. A half-bath and laundry are conveniently adjacent to the kitchen. The landing at the top of the skylit stairs offers plenty of storage, and the hardwood floor is made of reclaimed wood from the Piedmont Avenue Bowling Alley. Downstairs is a fabulous master suite with access to the shady and sophisticated yard. The en suite bathroom is bright and roomy with a glass shower, and there's a huge closet with plenty of storage space. There's even an ingenious drawer system built into the steps to the basement. The immediate proximity to the vibrant Lakeshore/Grand Lake neighborhood means every need is close at hand: the Farmer's Market, grocery and hardware stores, the Morcom Rose Garden, in addition to the Lakeshore shopping district and some of Oakland's best restaurants. This historic area is also minutes from Lake Merritt and affords easy accessibility to San Francisco by car or public transportation. A fabulous location, strong architectural features and unique details—there's no other way to go.