Description
Mt Washington is a historic neighborhood known for its epic views, wildlife reserves, hiking trails, and coveted schools. Wind up San Rafael past one of California's best black walnut woodlands and you arrive at 718 Sunnyhill Drive. Chiseled into the hillside is where Gibson House has fully reimagined a warm abode artfully balancing rustic and romantic with refined luxury. This 3 bed 3 bath tree-fort like home has multiple outdoor patios and balconies and boasts vintage pots, found furnishings and more sourced and styled by Los Angeles based lifestyle brand, Olive Ateliers. The kitchen is the heart of the home here with honed marble countertops, custom beaded maple cabinetry, a French Draper table island atop marble and travertine checker tile flooring, and stunning molding throughout. The flow and functionality of the kitchen is unrivaled with integrated appliance cabinets, dedicated wine and cutting board storage, spice racks, pantry drawers, and stainless steel Forno appliances. The dining room features antique French doors to a lush atrium landing. Antique solid wood double pocket doors lead to what could be a 4th bedroom or private office. The sunken living room has glass French patio doors and tiled balcony with an antique Olive Ateliers vessel fountain to fill the home with the sound of nature each and every sunny Southern Californian day. On the second floor you’ll find three spacious bedrooms including the primary which is en suite. Here you have vaulted beamed ceilings, ample closets, and your own private balcony to enjoy the canyon views. The en suite bath has double vanity, gorgeous marble baseboards and a walk in shower framed out in marble with a trio rain shower system. If you’ve been eyeing life in Mt Washington this is the one you’ve been waiting for- zoned for Mt Washington elementary, centrally located to all NeLa has to offer, sweeping views and true nature hillside living await.
