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Features
4 BR | 3 BA | 2576 SF | 4850 SF Lot | 2 Car Garage
Listed @ $1,595,000 | HOA Dues $175/month
Situated adjacent to the Bay Trail greenbelt that runs along the waterfront, this house boasts unparalleled views of the SF skyline, Bay Bridge & East Bay hills. Located on a tree-lined residential street in the exclusive Harbor Bay neighborhood of Alameda, this home is close to top performing schools and the beloved Harbor Bay Ferry.
Built in 1989, the entry to this contemporary Brown Shingle home is enhanced with mature, flowering plants and a covered walkway that leads to elegant oak and beveled glass dual front doors. Decorative stone pillars give the walkway a substantial, rustic feel, while the stone contrasts beautifully with the colorful roses that grow next to the entrance and the abundant scarlet bougainvillea that trellises the walkway.
Once inside, the large, marble-floored foyer opens to a bright, open-concept floor plan that offers functional yet elegant living with stunning views of the San Leandro Channel, Oakland hills, Bay Bridge, San Francisco and beyond. The large radius window over the front doors lends softness and plenty of light to the area, and the cathedral ceiling and clean, open lines creates a feeling of warmth and drama.
To the left is a spacious formal living room accentuated by high ceilings, arched clerestory windows and French doors that open to the lovely back garden/patio that faces the water and enhances the panoramic view. To the right of the entry are the formal dining room, kitchen, family room, main level bedroom, full bathroom, laundry room, and garage access.
The formal dining room, adjacent to the kitchen, has French doors with sidelights that show off the landscaped, curving herringbone-pattern brick walkway. The room is large enough to easily accommodate a group of guests for more formal dining.
The wonderful kitchen/family room is perfect for casual entertaining, or just enjoying the spectacular view. The chef’s kitchen has beautiful and functional Silestone quartz countertops throughout, top-of-the-line GE Profile satin stainless steel appliances (including double ovens, one of which is convection), a Bosch dishwasher, a Thermador five-burner gas range, plenty of cupboard and cabinet space for storage, an oversized sink, and a counter for casual meals or food prep.
All of this is just steps from the breakfast nook and a family room that feature an entire wall of windows, allowing unobstructed views of the Channel, Bay and San Francisco. Sliding doors open to the tiered vegetable garden and herringbone-pattern brick patio perfect for outdoor entertaining and watching sunsets over the Bay. An oversized wood-burning fireplace (including a separate area to store firewood) with a marble surround and raised hearth completes the room.
Also on the main level is a bedroom with a large window and ample closet space. A full bathroom right across the hall makes this bedroom perfect for a guest or au pair, or used as an office. Directly next to this bedroom is a full laundry room, with built-in upper cabinets for storage.
The expansive master suite is on the home’s upper level, and features San Francisco, Oakland, and Bay Bridge views (with a peek of the Golden Gate Bridge in the distance!), and a private redwood deck, partially encased within a glass solarium for the use of the master bedroom. The two deck spaces allow for enjoyment on warm, summer days outside or protected within the solarium for an opportunity to still enjoy the outdoor surroundings even on colder days.
The master suite boasts cathedral ceilings, a walk-in closet off of the master bath, a wood-burning fireplace, and is spacious enough for a separate seating area. A large, en suite master bath has an oversized, twin-sink vanity with quartz countertops, plenty of storage beneath, and practical porcelain floor tiles that resemble marble. There is a separate water closet and a striking, glass-enclosed shower tiled with a white subway tile surround and a Carrara hexagonal tile floor. ;A contemporary, stand-alone, white soaking tub sits dramatically in front of the panoramic picture window to complete this dramatic, spa-like room. ;
Down the hall from the master suite are two additional well-proportioned bedrooms, both of which have plenty of natural light and abundant closet space. An additional full bath with tub, shower, quartz vanity top and natural light finish the upper level.
This unique home is reminiscent of a spectacular New England seaside cottage with a decidedly California touch. The scale and flow of rooms, superb amenities, and premier location all combine to make this a magical home.
Close to award-winning schools, on the Bay Trail and shoreline, and near the Robert Crown Memorial State Beach, Oakland International Airport, BART, Oakland’s famous Chinatown and the Harbor Ferry to San Francisco, this exceptional home offers all of the advantages of small-town living, yet provides easy access to all that the Bay Area has to offer.
Notable Features of 2963 Sea View Parkway:
2576 square feet (per public record)
Four bedrooms, Three full baths
Large chef’s kitchen overlooking the family room
Formal living room & dining room
Spectacular waterfront views that span from San Francisco to the Oakland hills
Abundant natural light
Cathedral ceilings
Two wood-burning fireplaces;
Durable engineered hardwood floors on the main level
Solarium and redwood deck off of the master suite
Nest® Learning Thermostat™
Large, waterfront patio paved with herringbone pattern brickwork and tiered vegetable garden
Two-car garage with modular built-ins and epoxy flooring
Proximity to award-winning public schools
Quiet, residential neighborhood within walking distance of Tillman Park and Amelia Earhart Elementary School
Easy access to BART, Oakland International Airport, and the Harbor Ferry to San Francisco
Neighborhood
Alameda was once a peninsula;connected to the Oakland docks. In 1902, a canal was dredged to enable easier shipping access, and that turned Alameda into an island. A little off the beaten track, Alameda has a laid-back vibe all its own. Despite its;80,000 residents, there's still a small-town feeling in Alameda.;
A 4th of July Parade, complete with horse-drawn carriages, embodies the small-town feel in Alameda, which has preserved much of its Victorian housing stock, cottages, and central, walkable shopping district along Park Street. The Alameda Theater on Park Street was;restored to its art deco glory. Civic pride runs high here; formerly;the;Carnegie Library, the Alameda Free Library was transformed into a multimillion-dollar showplace that earned a Silver LEED certification. Kids play soccer on former parade grounds of the converted army barracks. Crown Memorial State Beach and Shoreline Drive attract wind surfers.;
With more than 10,000 buildings constructed before 1930, there is a rich and varied architectural heritage in the area playing a role in;Alameda's;real estate market conditions. Historic Queen Anne's, more than 1,500 ornately decorated Victorians, and California Craftsmans;are some of the most desirable homes here;along its tree-lined streets.;
Schedule
Open Houses:
Sunday, April 17 | 2 - 4:30
Sunday, April 24;| 2 - 4:30;
Brokers Tour:
Tuesday, April 19 | 10am - Noon
Offer Date:
Tuesday, April 26;| 2pm
Additional Showings by Appointment:
Contact Kate McCaffrey
510.522.5223
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Contact
Kate McCaffrey
Alameda's #1 Agent Since 2014CompassDRE# 01355206(510) 522-5223 mobilehttps://www.katemccaffrey.com
