Perched above the road on a sweeping corner lot, 1210 Avondale delivers an open floorplan streaming with natural light and elevated outlooks. The curb appeal sets the tone, as the home expands visually across the crest of a knoll.

This convenient Lower Lakeview location is not far from where Black Mountain Road meets Marlborough. With all its rustic beauty, the home is just a half-mile away from the playground at Vista Park, a pleasant 15 minute walk.

Entering the home, the immediate impression is of wide-open, light-streamed spaces. Flowing entertainment is effortless in the living/dining great room, which extends over 36 feet across. This grand space is awash in natural light, purveying vistas above the lawns and treetops toward the Bay. You will notice the quality hardwood flooring. This wide-plank oak flooring is carried throughout the home and features premium "rift and quartered" wood grain. The living room captures its unique ambiance via walls of windows overlooking the front grounds. The living room also has the inviting design element of symmetrical built-in library shelving that flanks each side of the woodburning fireplace.

Moving to the kitchen, you will again find an open sequence of gathering spaces. The granite-clad eat-in kitchen with updated appliances features a breakfast nook, raised Pub-style dining bar, and patio access. The kitchen dimensions are fluid and open, providing a seamless connection with the adjacent family room, brick dining terrace, and office. The current owners re-designed a beautiful corner of the home that looks out to the Bay, enclosing a custom two-station office behind French doors. Imagine the perfect tucked-away office for working parents or homework station for kids! Also off of the kitchen, you will find a bonus room that provides an extra dimension for second office, walk-in pantry, hobbies, or au pair or nanny lodging.

The bedroom wing begins with a remodeled designer powder room with organic surfaces and Zen decor. Bedroom sizes are a strength of the home, with each of the three bedrooms generously scaled. The two family bedrooms each feature built-in cabinetry for books and collectibles. The central Jack and Jill bathroom is recently refreshed with a new vanity and Spanish olive palette. In the master suite, rich cobalt hues set a luxurious tone, contrasted by white plantation shutters. Updated master amenities include the elegant spa bathroom and new closet systems.

The kitchen, family room, and one of the family bedrooms all open out to the multiple outdoor destinations of this half-acre parcel. The kitchen/family room connects to the brick dining terrace where summer barbecues beckon. Along a brick walkway, you will discover the expansive south garden, where a spacious flat lawn enjoys sun and privacy. Not to be forgotten, don't miss the functional shed expertly tucked off the brick terrace: expand your imagination for storage, summer office, play house or yoga studio.

To own a home in Hillsborough represents the pinnacle of Peninsula living. West Elementary and Crocker Middle School are among the elite public schools in California. The very name "Hillsborough" connotes a unique prestige, world-class environs, and optimum commute between City and Valley...in a word: timeless.

At a Glance:

• 3 large bedrooms, 2.5 baths, plus two-station office (with partial Bay view), plus bonus nanny room that could also be used as second office, large pantry, hobby or wine room.
• Home is approx. 2,660 sq. ft. per county record.
• Lot is approx. 21,660 sq. ft. (.50 acre) per county record
• Wonderful curb appeal elevated on the crest of a knoll
• Partial Bay views and treetop outlooks enjoyed from living room, office, and master bedroom
• All new ductwork and HVAC including Central AC and advance filtration systems 2018
• New attic fan and crawlspace fan systems installed
• Excellent Lower Lakeview location half-mile from Vista Park (15 minute walk) and within 1.3 miles of Hillsborough's top-rated West Elementary and 2.5 miles from Crocker Middle School (less than 10 minute drive)