Just Listed in Orinda: Breathtaking. Brilliant. Beauty.

4 Bedrooms + Detached Office | 2.5 Baths | 2,538± SqFt | 1± Acre

Just minutes from town, BART and freeway access sits this beautiful renovated custom home of contemporary design. Built on a stunning 1± acre property with beautiful and ever-changing views of the Orinda Valley and the reservoir, this sizeable property offers considerable privacy, abundance of interior natural lighting, and meticulous custom appointments including 2,300± sq ft of IPE decks with cable railing, cedar infinity hot tub and naturally temp controlled 300+ bottle wine cellar. This sleek and spectacular turn-key home is the essence of sophisticated Orinda living. Understated from the street view, one must enter through the home to experience the beauty within.

The remodeled layout maximizes the breathtaking views while retaining a feeling of home and warmth. The spacious dining area opens to a large IPE deck with forever views of Orinda valley for year round indoor/outdoor living. Step inside the floor-to-ceiling sliding doors to enjoy a wood-burning fireplace and designer kitchen with custom high-end cabinetry, brand new stainless steel appliances (5-burner Dacor gas stove, warming drawer, double ovens, French door refrigerator), and pantry closet. Escape to the detached office for complete privacy and focus for remote work.

Two bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on the main level – one with French doors out to the stunning IPE upper deck overlooking the glorious views. Two additional newly remodeled bedrooms, including the master suite are located upstairs – one with French doors to a private IPE balcony with a clear view of Mt. Diablo. The master suite enjoys a spa-like bathroom with double vanity, spacious shower area with bench and freestanding bathtub, and a walk-in closet with Elfa Closet system.

On the lower level is a dedicated wine cellar that opens to the infinity cedar hot tub for amazing stargazing. A functional workshop room and additional storage space is located in the lower level.

1± acres of unparalleled peaceful and tranquil serenity with no neighbors on any side. Large koi pond with mature koi and soothing waterfall. Listen to the birds chirping while taking in the remarkable setting amongst the splendid oak trees. A terraced landscaped yard enjoys a year-round garden and a full walking path around the entire property.

Newly Added and/or Updated Special Features:
~5 new IPE decks adding up to 2,300± sq ft with cable railing
~Remodeled living room, dining room, master bedroom + walk-in closet, all bathrooms, wine cellar, guest bedroom, & laundry room
~New driveway retaining wall & driveway extension
~Newly added detached office behind garage
~New roof – Landmark Solaris 30-year Ultra -Cool shingle roof
~Cedar infinity hot tub on lower deck
~Year-round 3,000± sq ft garden with (2) 250 sq. ft redwood finished planter boxes
~8 WiFi-enabled Irrigation Zones controlled through mobile app
~Koi pond renovation and waterfall with 7 beautiful mature koi, 4 WiFi-controlled pumps
~300 bottle wine cellar cave
~Seismic retrofit – bolted cripple walls to foundation
~Completely new high-end HVAC system: 2 furnaces, 2 ACs, all new R-8 ducts, controlling 4 zones through Nest thermostats
~New Synthetic grass area with new vinyl fence
~Rinnai Tankless water heater with app controlled hot water recirculation
~New washer / dryer
~AT&T Fiber Internet (ideal for working remotely)
~New interior painting throughout

244ElToyonal.com | Offered at $1,975,000

Fall Back…breakfast is an hour early for this guy on Sunday!

Could not resist posting this pic of our friend’s adorable pup as we head into the weekend! 🐶

⏰ Have a fabulous weekend and don’t forget to switch your clocks Saturday night.


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Compass – Hiring Industry Leaders…Cutting Edge Results

We 💚 that Compass has hired industry-leaders to build a smarter real estate experience for its agents and our clients. 

This forward out-of-the-box thinking enables us, the Brydon &Ives Team, to deliver YOU the best results! 🥇 

Greg Hart – Compass Chief Product Officer
Greg comes from Amazon after a 23-year tenure building Amazon’s most successful ventures including Alexa, Amazon music, Amazon Prime Video, and more.

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“Zoom Towns”

Coined by NPR, “Zoom Towns” are described as “housing markets that are booming as remote work takes off.” 

Forbes reports that some two million renter households may now be in the market for home ownership because they are able to telecommute. 
Work With Us! We’d love to help you find your dream home in Lamorinda

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Just Listed: Cheery. Cul-de-Sac. Contemporary.

17 Lavina Court, Orinda
3 Bed  | 2 Bath | ±1,391 Sq Ft | ±.34 Acre | $1,050,000

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Located on a terrific flat cul-de-sac street in the heart of Orinda, sits this darling modern style home that is move in ready.

  • Vaulted white slat ceiling throughout
  • Remodeled eat-in kitchen with new white cabinetry, Quartz countertops with backsplash, oversized sink and brand new stainless steel appliances
  • Wall of windows along entire family room and living room with a sliding glass door out to backyard
  • Updated bathrooms including master with a contemporary barn door enclosure
  • Great front and back yard spaces including a pool with room to put your own stamp on it
  • Enjoy the views from the upper sun-drenched hill with walking path surrounding ideal area for garden beds

Don’t miss this special property!

What is happening in the Lamorinda Real Estate Market?

Wondering what’s up with the current real estate market in Lamorinda? Check out the these charts…

 If you think the market is flat — or even dull — think again! After the unavoidable slowdown in the Spring due to the COVID lockdown, Buyers are now actively looking for new homes to purchase.  

  • Outdoor space and pools are extremely desirable
  • Extra room is now cherished
  • A turnkey home is at the top of most Buyers’ wish lists 
  • Office space – A private, quiet place to work and do conference/Zoom calls has become a top priority
We ❤️ where we live and we are very grateful to be part of this Lamorinda community.  Don’t hesitate to pick up the phone to ask us for advice. We’d love the opportunity to help you, your friends, your coworkers and your family members buy or sell a home.

#LivingSellingLamorinda #HotMarket #BrydonIvesTeam #Lafayette #Moraga #Orinda #LiveWhereYouLove #AgentsofCompass #EastBayRealtorTeam 

Best Suburbs in CA – Lafayette, Moraga & Orinda Each in Top 20

Niche agrees with the Brydon & Ives Team. Their 2019 list is out and Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda ALL made it into the list of Best CA Suburbs to Raise a Family (AND all are in the top 20!). There really is no better place! Call us to find out why we love where we live.

#7 – Moraga
#18 – Lafayette
#19 – Orinda

www.niche.com/places-to-live/search/best-suburbs-for-families/s/california/ 

Coming Soon: Downtown Orinda Jewel

Just minutes from town, BART and freeway access sits this meticulous property with custom appointments abound. This sleek and spectacular turn-key home is the essence of sophisticated Orinda living. Understated from street view, one must enter through the courtyard doors to experience the beauty within. 
Coming on the market in less than a week!!!!

Call us for more info, 925.285.8336

Brydon & Ives Team, Compass
DRE# 01408025 / 01367466