This beautiful .25 acre property is in the tranquil Castro Valley hills atop Redwood road in a community that borders a lush forest in a town that boasts one of the best school districts in the Bay Area. It’s a home that affords a high degree of privacy except for occasional visitors such as feathered friends and the gentle deer family who occasionally come by. A parade of wild turkeys are also known to march across the road into the wooded foreground. It’s a small hillside community with friendly inhabitants.

Trails for hikers and bikers are just a footstep minute away from the front door. The Ten-Hills trail-head begins at Redwood Road, meanders through a network of wooded paths and leads to the historic Lake Chabot. Redwood Canyon golf course is just a 10 minute stroll down Redwood Road. And further down, there are endless trails to get lost in, with a Christmas Tree farm and campgrounds beyond.

This 4 spacious bedroom, 2.5 bath home is an award-winning multi-level design provides generous living space, a spacious two-car garage with plenty of room to spare, and a little barn which likes to be called an artist's retreat. The home has a freshly painted exterior and interior, new floors and carpet all round; a beautifully remodeled kitchen and dining area inspires your inner chef to create many memorable meals for family and friends.

The living room is immediately apparent upon entry with windows galore and stunning views of trees and hills dotted with horses – the white ones rumored to be unicorns, as told to our children. A tall french door opens to the balcony-patio, a place for afternoon tea, wine sipping and affords the same spectacular views. It’s a tranquil nest for book-lovers, as well.

Jasmine bushes, walls really, surround a private, cozy backyard providing their rich, seasonal fragrance and invite the hummingbirds to frolic among the leaves. It’s an additional room outdoor for entertaining or for afternoon naps.