Private Hillside Retreat
perfectly perched on a quiet hillside cul-de-sac in indian valley, this spacious home enjoys a rare sense of privacy while capturing expansive views across surrounding horse pastures, mount burdell, and the open-space ridgelines stretching toward west marin. built in 1998 and meticulously remodeled over the past three years, the 5,133 +/- square-foot residence offers 5 bedrooms & 4.5 bathrooms across three living levels, including a private garden-level au pair apartment with its own entrance. thoughtfully reimagined for modern living, the home presents in exceptional condition throughout. extensive updates include wide-plank french oak flooring, renovated kitchen & bathrooms with new quartz counters, new carpeting and a redesigned laundry room. a dramatic grand foyer with soaring 19-foot ceilings and sweeping staircase anchors the home. the formal living room offers expansive views through windows on three sides and opens to a wraparound slate-tiled deck. a formal dining room features french oak flooring, tray ceiling with crown molding, and a lantern-style chandelier. the chef′s kitchen includes quartz countertops, a large center island, and ge monogram & bosch appliances, with a breakfast nook opening to a covered slate patio. a spacious family room with built-ins, gas fireplace, and tray ceiling completes the main level. upstairs, 4 bedrooms include a jack-and-jill bath, a generous guest suite, and an expansive primary suite with wood-burning fireplace, california closets built-ins, soaking tub, frameless glass shower, and dual sinks. the garden-level apartment offers its own entrance, living room with sliding glass doors to a private patio, separate bed/bath, and kitchenette. an oversized 3-car garage completes the lower level. the main living level opens to two distinct outdoor spaces—a wraparound slate tile deck off the living room with sweeping views, and a large, covered patio off the kitchen ideal for outdoor dining. from the patio, stairs descend to a level yard with a solar-heated pool and hot tub. a frameless glass screen preserves unobstructed views of the open hills & beyond, while pergolas provide shade & a grassy lawn offers space to relax and play. other highlights include a firepit, 360-degree ring security system, nest thermostat and dual lennox hvac systems. set in novato′s indian valley — known for scenic hills, large lots, and mature oak trees — the home sits near open space and hiking trails, yet minutes from downtown novato & highway 101.
