6 Monte Vista Rd, Orinda, CA 94563

$1,965,000
3
BD
4
BA
3,179
SqFt

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List Price
$1,965,000
Status
ACTIVE
MLS#
41140430
Year Built
1958
Property Type
Detached
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,179
Lot Size
15,000
Acres
0.34
County
Contra Costa
Subdivision
Claremont

Property Description

Nestled among the rolling Orinda hills with sweeping panoramic views, this exceptional contemporary estate offers striking architecture, refined design, and seamless indoor-outdoor living just minutes from downtown Orinda. The property features a 2,921± sq ft main residence with 3 bedrooms plus a spacious den, 3 full bathrooms, and a 258± sq ft detached studio with a full bath—ideal for a wellness retreat, home office, or creative studio. A dramatic two-story foyer with soaring cathedral ceilings, a stunning glass staircase, walls of windows, and rich hardwood floors welcomes you inside. The expansive great room combines the living room with fireplace, dining area, and a spectacular chef's kitchen featuring two oversized islands, dual Miele ovens, two sinks, integrated Sub-Zero refrigerators, and abundant custom cabinetry. French doors open to an inviting patio with a built-in gas grill, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living. Beautifully landscaped grounds include terraced rose gardens, mature apricot, persimmon, and plum trees, majestic oaks, and a tranquil English garden with a luxurious dry sauna. The main-level den features custom built-ins, a fireplace, and French doors to the gardens. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a sitting area with fireplace, hillside views, a private deck connected by a charming garden bridge, dual closets, and a spa-inspired split bath with soaking tub and oversized shower. Additional highlights include a spacious three-car garage with built-in wine storage, providing ample room for vehicles, storage, and entertaining essentials. Ideally located across from one of Orinda's highly regarded elementary schools and just minutes from Orinda Village, BART, Highway 24, parks, shopping, and dining, this remarkable property offers the perfect balance of luxury, privacy, and convenience.

Additional Information

Style
Contemporary
Stories
2
Garage Spaces
3
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
Exterior
Stucco
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Flooring
Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
Kitchen Features
Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
Laundry Features
Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Lot Description
Premium Lot, Sloped Up, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear
Total Number of Rooms
9
Parking Features
Attached, Off Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Pool Type
None
Roof
Composition Shingles
Water Sewer
Public

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Listing courtesy of Amanda Kilpatrick from Compass. 415-297-8441

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