838 Oak St, Alameda, CA 94501

From the moment you walk through the front door of this beautiful Craftsman bungalow, it’s immediately apparent the attention to detail paid to this home by the builders. This classic home offers a formal foyer, living room, dining room, spacious kitchen, breakfast nook (or office), two bedrooms, one bathroom, a partial basement and garage. The warm and inviting living room is adorned with a pair of magnificent wood columns in addition to wainscoting, picture rails and an elegant crown moulding. The handsome brick and stone fireplace is topped with a wood mantel and framed by a built-in writing desk on one side, and a built-in glass-fronted display cabinet on the other. A pair of original stained glass windows above the mantel provides muted light and complements the geometric-patterned stained glass over the trio of windows facing the street. The stunning dining room has a wall of double-hung windows, a built-in with a sideboard and a leaded and stained glass china cabinet above. A wide plate rail graces two walls, and the dramatic boxed beam ceiling adds beauty and formality to the impressive room. The spacious, updated kitchen has Vetrazzo recycled glass counters, a white Viking gas range, and a vibrant harlequin vinyl tile floor. The sunny kitchen nook is perfect for casual meals or an office, and looks out onto the lovely backyard, with a deck perfect for outdoor entertaining, a lawn, and surrounding mature foliage for added privacy.