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Unique European Designed Home In Orinda
$1,595,000
40 Las Palomas, Orinda
Presented by
Melanie Snow
Melanie Snow
Remodeled Craftsman Design
Stunning landscaping
Located in Orinda’s Country Club neighborhood on a peaceful .3 acre lot, this enchanting 4BR /3.5BA home is more than a house; it's a vibrant sanctuary for a family to grow and thrive. Originally built in 1932 and meticulously remodeled in 2001 (with a few clever add-ons in 2024), 40 Las Palomas offers three separate living spaces— the main home, an ADU, and a modular office. Live, work, and play across 2400+ square feet of flexible indoor space nestled within magical gardens, meandering pathways, wraparound decks, sunny decks, and relaxing shade. This is a home where your family will feel free and safe.
Outdoor Spaces span across a third of an acre of serenity.
3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths: The master bedroom on the main floor offers a peaceful refuge for parents to unwind, a ton of closet space, and an ensuite bathroom with a deep Cleopatra tub and jack and jill sinks. With two additional bedrooms and another full bath downstairs, there’s ample room for everyone.
Living Room, Balcony, and Family Room: Enjoy hardwood floors and Euro double-pane doors and windows with three-way openings, which flood the main floor with natural light. Unwind in the living room—or step outside to the connected patio to enjoy filtered views of the Southwest Oakland Hills. Looking for a cozy spot to watch movies or chill out? Head downstairs to the family room.
Chef's Kitchen, Dining Room & Dining Al Fresco: The pine and Applewood Chef kitchen is ideal for any home cook, filled with top-rate appliances and a range hood. Gather in the sunny dining room just a few steps away, or access the side deck right through the kitchen door to take your meals under the trees.
An ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) provides 331 square feet of flexible space.
1 bedroom, 1 bath, and endless options: The ADU is a lovely guest suite for grandparents, friends, and visitors. You could also use it as a bedroom for older kids, a play room for younger ones, a home office for parents, or a rental unit for extra income.
Outdoor balcony: Sit outside beneath the grape vines with a cup of something, a book, or your own thoughts. It’s the perfect place for family members, guests, or clients to take a beat and breathe.
The Modular Office gives you an additional 120 square feet of focus.
Just steps away from the main house and off the wraparound deck, the modular office with electricity is ideal for parents who work from home. The steps and office were both added in 2023 to give parents the flexibility to work a few paces away from the hustle and bustle of family life.
The Public Schools are unparalleled.
Enjoy top-rated public schools in the Sleepy Hollow district, OIS, and Miramonte High
School. This is a huge draw for parents prioritizing excellent — and free — education
from TK through 12th grade.
Outdoor Spaces span across a third of an acre of serenity.
- Gardens and Pathways: The lovingly maintained garden, filled with exotic plants, grasses, a huge palm tree, redwood tree, and cactus, offers a wonderland for kids to explore. Flagstone pathways meander through the property, leading to tranquil seating areas. Imported brick steps lead down to the front door, adding to the charm.
- Wraparound Deck: The spacious wraparound deck is an entertainer's dream—perfect for yoga, barbecues, birthday parties, or just enjoying a quiet evening outside.
- Green Lawn: The lawn provides plenty of room for play structures like a swing set or a trampoline. It's also large enough for vegetable beds.
3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths: The master bedroom on the main floor offers a peaceful refuge for parents to unwind, a ton of closet space, and an ensuite bathroom with a deep Cleopatra tub and jack and jill sinks. With two additional bedrooms and another full bath downstairs, there’s ample room for everyone.
Living Room, Balcony, and Family Room: Enjoy hardwood floors and Euro double-pane doors and windows with three-way openings, which flood the main floor with natural light. Unwind in the living room—or step outside to the connected patio to enjoy filtered views of the Southwest Oakland Hills. Looking for a cozy spot to watch movies or chill out? Head downstairs to the family room.
Chef's Kitchen, Dining Room & Dining Al Fresco: The pine and Applewood Chef kitchen is ideal for any home cook, filled with top-rate appliances and a range hood. Gather in the sunny dining room just a few steps away, or access the side deck right through the kitchen door to take your meals under the trees.
An ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) provides 331 square feet of flexible space.
1 bedroom, 1 bath, and endless options: The ADU is a lovely guest suite for grandparents, friends, and visitors. You could also use it as a bedroom for older kids, a play room for younger ones, a home office for parents, or a rental unit for extra income.
Outdoor balcony: Sit outside beneath the grape vines with a cup of something, a book, or your own thoughts. It’s the perfect place for family members, guests, or clients to take a beat and breathe.
The Modular Office gives you an additional 120 square feet of focus.
Just steps away from the main house and off the wraparound deck, the modular office with electricity is ideal for parents who work from home. The steps and office were both added in 2023 to give parents the flexibility to work a few paces away from the hustle and bustle of family life.
The Public Schools are unparalleled.
Enjoy top-rated public schools in the Sleepy Hollow district, OIS, and Miramonte High
School. This is a huge draw for parents prioritizing excellent — and free — education
from TK through 12th grade.
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Great schools, weather, and access to San Francisco thanks to the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), as well as semi-rural country living all make Orinda a desirable place to live in the Bay Area. There are a menagerie of residential options, from lovely Spanish and Mediterranean houses, to contemporary-styled homes.
Orinda's open spaces attract road and mountain bikers and hikers along the extensive network of trails. The proximity to Tilden Regional Park, San Pablo Reservoir, Briones Regional Park, and the Lafayette Reservoir offer plenty of options for nature lovers.
Orinda's small-scale shopping district is home to enticing boutiques and entertainment venues. Orinda Books in Village Square offers a reading series featuring local poets and literary notables. The revitalized Orinda Theatre Square, home to the California Independent Film Festival, hosts independent films and conversations with actors and actresses, and presents comedy nights and live theater performances. The California Shakespeare Theater, located in Bruns Amphitheater, is known for its live shows in a gorgeous outdoor setting.
Orinda's open spaces attract road and mountain bikers and hikers along the extensive network of trails. The proximity to Tilden Regional Park, San Pablo Reservoir, Briones Regional Park, and the Lafayette Reservoir offer plenty of options for nature lovers.
Orinda's small-scale shopping district is home to enticing boutiques and entertainment venues. Orinda Books in Village Square offers a reading series featuring local poets and literary notables. The revitalized Orinda Theatre Square, home to the California Independent Film Festival, hosts independent films and conversations with actors and actresses, and presents comedy nights and live theater performances. The California Shakespeare Theater, located in Bruns Amphitheater, is known for its live shows in a gorgeous outdoor setting.
Melanie Snow
Thirty years’ experience in the real estate business and my association with Coldwell Banker, has placed me in a unique position to help clients negotiate and obtain the best possible results when buying or selling a home. Whether helping sellers renovate, repair, and “fix to sell” or helping buyers visualize and create their dream home, I offer the expertise, knowledge and resources to help increase and maximize home values. Another tremendous advantage for clients is my performance as a consistent, year-over-year, top producer in Lamorinda and Coldwell Banker. My reputation and close relationships with local agents, plus an extensive “local” knowledge of the ins and outs of the Lamorinda community are invaluable when selling or finding my clients homes. A UC Berkeley graduate and Cal bear, I have lived and raised a family in the area for over thirty-five years! It is my pleasure to introduce clients to this wonderful community.
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