5474 La Salle Avenue

This retreat sits on the Piedmont-Oakland border, up a stone driveway and well removed from the road. Enter either through the two-car garage, or up a short stairway to the front-door in a secluded garden courtyard with a waterfall and bronze frog fountain. Enjoy the manicured garden for meals or a glass of wine in the twilight, as hummingbirds flit from one beautiful flower to another. Experience Bay views from the garden bench. The foyer sits under a skylight that invites in natural sunshine. The spacious (675 sq. ft.) living room alongside will be the center for entertainment and relaxation. It features commanding views of the Bay and Peninsula; an open fireplace to ward off winter chill; and track and recessed lighting. The nearby kitchen has cheery views to the south; it offers Miele, Sub-Zero and other top appliances and adjoins a cozy dining room. The principal bedroom suite completes the main floor. It has views on two sides and garden courtyard access, and ample closet space. Downstairs are two additional bedrooms and one fully remodeled bathroom. Each downstairs bedroom has garden views and ample closet space, and both feature extensive built-in drawers. The laundry room also is downstairs, so spacious that it accommodates both the washer and dryer and a home gym.