Pacific Union Represents Rare Home Designed by Architecture & Planning 
San Rafael Property Boasts Stunning Handcrafted Details, Incredible Views

San Francisco, CA – Rare, dramatic and in-tune with the natural hillside surroundings, the home at 175 Oak View located in the desirable Los Ranchitos neighborhood of Northern San Rafael situated on a private, heavily wooded, gated enclave of seven lots on 10 acres, can only be described as truly stunning. Impeccable craftsmanship executed in a copper and cedar combination exterior create a unique architectural character, designed by Marin’s popular talent Brent Dickens, principal architect of Architecture & Planning. The property is now on the market for just over $3.2 million. Top Producing Pacific Union GMAC Real Estate agent Christina McNair of Team McNair represents the seller.

“A rare architectural home built thoughtfully for the owner/architect; 175 Oak View is incredibly gorgeous,” said McNair, 2007 runner up for closed transactions county-wide for all Pacific Union offices and top producer for closed sales in 2007 for Central and Northern Marin Pacific Union offices. “It’s where contemporary design meets elegance. The built in furnishings, high dramatic ceilings, impeccable craftsmanship and handcrafted details come together in this home like nothing you’ve ever seen.”

Built in 2000, the property sits on 1.19 acres of up-slope with sweeping views of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Marin County Civic Center, the bay and the hills of Sonoma beyond. This is the first time the Oak View property has been on the market. Carefully nestled among mature trees and landscaping, the backyard features an exquisite in-ground infinity edge swimming pool, spa and a pool house. Exceptional design, construction and hand-crafted details are the signature of this single family home. Native rock walls, concrete and steel decks with copper railings, and multi-faceted corner windows compliment this impeccable property.

Inside, 4,967 square feet of living space featuring up to 20-feet high ceilings and 56 feet of gallery sky-lighting. Adding to the appeal are exposed natural wood ceiling/roof framing and decking, and abundant custom built-in furniture and cabinetry. A wine cellar housing more than 1,200 bottles of fine wines stored in natural temperature control completes the impressive package.
 

Beautiful custom cabinetry sets the tone for this well laid-out kitchen. The multi-faceted window beyond is built around an existing boulder, and contains a built-in breakfast table and desk.

“In residential design, each architectural expression reflects a balance of building technology, energy conservation, site development and personalization, integrated with passion and excitement. The personalization is achieved through attention to detail and merging design and construction in a highly intimate methodology,” said Dickens.

Founded in 1973, the firm has been responsible for multi-family housing complexes, custom homes, and residential remodeling projects totaling over 200 projects, in excess of $100 million in development value.
For more information about the property, visit www.HomeInMarin.com, or to request a showing, contact Christina McNair at 415-878-8080, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Or visit www.tammcnair.com.

Pacific Union GMAC Real Estate

Since 1975, Pacific Union GMAC Real Estate has thoughtfully matched generations of buyers and sellers throughout the entire Bay Area. Pacific Union GMAC focuses on delivering outstanding quality and unparalleled service to a full spectrum of discerning clients. Pacific Union GMAC is the only firm in California to receive a distinguished four star International Property Award in association with CNBC Europe and the London Daily Mirror for superior marketing materials and client services in the luxury marketplace. A premier, locally managed brokerage with knowledgeable, experienced real estate professionals, Pacific Union GMAC takes a leading edge to new technology applications designed to enhance the client experience. Pacific Union is a GMAC Home Services company. For more information, visit www.pacunion.com.