3950 San Rafael Ave

Are you looking for a move in ready home with plenty of space, a prime top of the hill location, and tranquil lush views? Look no further and come discover 3950 San Rafael Avenue. At the front of the property, there is a separate bonus studio, permitted as a recreation room,with a kitchen and 3/4 bath.The studio has been beautifully remodeled with updated windows, fixtures, hardware and flooring. The space is incredibly versatile and can easily be guest quarters, a retreat for the artisan or an at-home office that can transform the time and stress once spent on a commute into a more productive tranquil day. At the courtyard entry, you will feel the serenity of this special site as you are greeted by the soothing sound of gurgling water from the beautiful water feature. Immediately upon opening the front door to your private sanctuary, you will be welcomed by exquisite volumes in the living areas. The family room, with built-ins and a fireplace, has a wet bar, wine refrigerator, bottle display cabinet, and opens via French doors to a romantic patio where you can dine al fresco in style. The kitchen, with a center island, has custom maple cabinetry, a Viking cooktop and a double oven as well as a breakfast area all looking out to pretty lush views. There is also a separate walk-in pantry. Celebrate special occasions in the formal dining area and relax in the living room with an artistically tiled fireplace, an elegantly mitered corner window to capture the views, and its own deck where you can enjoy the fresh air and lush vistas. The massive primary suite, with a cozy sitting area that looks out to the horizon, has a wet bar and a fireplace and opens to a large tiled balcony with 180* views. The en suite bath with California faucets has a luxurious soaking tub with a handheld shower and enjoys tranquil views through a picture window. Additionally, there is a separate stall shower and dual vanities. An enormous boutique-inspired closet has custom shelving and cabinets as well as a center island with jewelry drawers. There is also a 2nd en-suite bedroom on the upper level. The lower level sleeping rooms provide extra space for family or guests and adapt perfectly for crafts, meditation or fitness. The property has surround sound in the family room and speakers in many rooms as well as the patio, crown molding throughout, 2 tankless water heaters, drought-tolerant native plantings, an irrigation system for all planted areasand views galore. Truly your own slice of Paradise at the top of the hill.