Lovely Whiskey Springs Condo

Really nicely done 2 bedroom/2 bath end unit. Open floor plan, fireplace, two patios, really cool upgraded bathrooms. Extras include: stacked washer and dryer in the unit, new carpets, closet organizers, marble floors in the bathrooms plus soaking tub. Near the community pool, spa and tennis court, plus 2 designated parking spaces. A great price at $599,000

Vacation in Mexico here in Marin

Truly magnificent hacienda style estate in Kent Woodlands. For a mere 5.5 million and change you can have your own private hideaway without ever getting on a plane. Almost completely rebuilt in 2001, this stunner has 7 bedrooms and 5 baths on nearly an acre. I'm going to have to gush for a moment because this house so deserves it. Some of the finest attention to detail and quality workmanhip I have ever seen. A Mediterranean masterpiece that felt like a movie set-I was secretly looking for Antonio Banderas. The house is so well sited, most of the house opens up to a private courtyard complete with a pool and hot tub, a fountain, palapas, a waterfall and award winning gardens. Keep working-it's just $5,595,000

Vintage Palm Hill Larkspur

This house has a backyard and gardens to weep over. If you like to garden-it doesn't get much better than this. A 1940's traditional home that has been lovingly upgraded, while keeping the integrity of the era and architecture. Hardwood floors, vintage molding, newly redone kitchen, attached garage, laundry room and great light. While it has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, it is not a really large house- just sweet and in one of Marin's finest neighborhoods. $1,259,000

Fixer, Fixer, Fixer-did I say Fixer?

Big lot (6000 sq.ft. acccordingly to tax records) to expand or rebuild your dream home. Flat fenced lot with lawn in an old fashioned neighborhood in the Strawberry area of Mill Valley. Currently the home has 3 bedrooms, 1 bath and a family room, but if you add a second story or push back* and you could have a much roomier home in a great school district. Lots of remodeling happening in this neighborhood. I couldn't believe the number of people previewing this house-there was a nasty traffic jam. Reason why- the unbelivable price of $550,000
* Agent or broker makes no guarantees regarding the expansion potential of this home. Buyer should check with the county of Marin Planning Department as to the viability of this. This home is located in Mill Valley, but the County of Marin has jurisdication ovr this home.

Yummy 4 BR Greenbrae House

Beautifully updated 4 bedroom/3 bath home in Greenbrae with a gorgeous level yard and gardens. This is the perfect house to entertain in. It has a great floor plan, the kitchen/dining area opens out to a very private back yard right out of a magazine. Plenty of room for the hot tub, deck furniture, patio dining, paddle tennis, dogs, etc. Living room has a wood burning fireplace and views of Mt. Tam. Master suite is situated on it's own level for privacy. Large 2 car garage with 1/2 bath currently being used as an exercise studio. Run to this one. $1,395,000

Duplex in Downtown Larkspur

Often duplexes are pretty funky, albeit a good investment. This is one anyone could live in. The building gets great sun exposure and both units are nicely done. The downstairs unit is a 2 bedroom/1bath with a fireplace and a nice deck as well as a back patio. The upstairs unit has 3 bedrooms/2 baths with the master bedroom set up another level in a loft with skylights and nice views. The upstairs unit also has a fireplace and deck and both units have their own washers and dryers. You gotta love that. Perfect for an owner/investor to buy into Larkspur. Walk to town and the best Italian pastries outside of Milan. Good value at $1,095,000

"Move that Bus!" in Mill Valley

A bonafide extreme makeover opportunity in the Sycamore Park area of Mill Valley. Tiny 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with 1 car garage needs a whole lot of love (or a wrecking ball.) Still-we know there are a lot of you remodeler types who would love to get your hands on this and show us what you can do. Tax records show the lot is about 5100 sq.ft., so use your imagination. Lots of properties on this street are currently undergoing renovation. They can't all be wrong. Great location, excellent schools, walk to downtown and all the coffee houses you could want. $719,000

It's been a while in Greenbrae

Finally, a new Greenbrae listing under 1 million dollars. Don't laugh-the demand for this community continues to grow. Must be the award winning school district, the easy commute, the fab weather-huh? Anyway, despite the fact that this house is a bit "Leave it to Beaver-ish', this is a great house. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths upstairs with a large bonus area with bath downstairs that could be finished off and used as a home office or hideaway for a teen. A cosmetic remodel with tons of potential. Brick fireplace in living room, generous dining room, eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors. Did I mention Kentfield schools? $995,000

Don't judge a book by it's cover

We drove up to this one and thought, hmm...the exterior is pretty pedestrian. Not bad, just a bit boring. As we walked through the front door, it was clear that they put all the money into the interior. This was a great house- built in 1995 and really done well. Spaciou 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, well located home office, air-conditioning and wonderful backyard-we just fell in love with it. 2 car garage, Mt. Tam views, and close to downtown San Anselmo, schools and public transportation. $1,250,000

Fabulous potential in Country Club

A Country Club (Novato) find just aching to be updated. Potential was written all over this. Lovely home, outdated but solid, on a huge level lot. Complete with sparkly popcorn ceiling and formica counters- a nod to the past. But... a little cosmetic work, new kitchen and baths, some landscaping and you'll have a real showpiece. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, this one story home would be the perfect home to retire to and perfect your golf game. A fun yet not too overwhelming remodel project. Too bad I am already in the middle of one. $869,000

Attention golfers-a hole in one!

I couldn't help the golf metaphor... Another Country Club home in Novato (Ignacio, really) was really special. Huge lot with solar heated pool and lawn big enough for the kids to actually play ball. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, gracious living room, updated kitchen with eat-in breakfast room, den, 3 car garage, the real deal. Some room left for updating, but defintely a move right in and enjoy the summer days home. I'd buy it in a New York minute. $979,000.00

Finally-a remodel done RIGHT

This was the surprise of the week. What was once a frightening downtrodden wreck just 3 short months ago is now a picture of beauty. It is such a joy to see a remodel done with such impecccable taste and great use of materials. Hip and chic, with views fo the bay, this house has versatility and a great floor plan. 3 bedrooms (including master)and 2 bedrooms upstairs with 4th bedroom suite downstairs with separate entrance and private patio. Perfect for a home office, au pair quarters or outlaw unit. Level lot with lawn in Corte Madera. Bonus-Tiburon School District. $1,475,000 and worth it. Run, don't walk.

Beautiful 7 year old Victorian

For something so new, this house has all the grace and charm of a home built years ago. We usually think they don't build them like that anymore-but someone did. Spacious 4000 sq.ft, this home has 4+ bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a finished attic that you can actually use (they have it set up as a real life doll house) and impeccable English gardens. Vintage touches, hardwood floors, wonderful kitchen and a great floorplan. All tucked behind a white picket fence in the lovely Forbes neighborhood in San Rafael. More value than you can believe for $2,095.000. Honest.