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49 Overhill Road

Contact Ashley Battersby for more information.
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 323-9955

Live in luxury in a picturesque and private .78 acre setting close to town. Designed to perfection with extraordinary attention to detail, this gracious home has been totally updated and beautifully appointed throughout. With grand-sized living areas, 4 stone fireplaces, warmly finished hardwood floors, French doors, and walls of glass, the home is filled with natural light and offers spectacular views of Orinda and the surrounding hills. The enchanting grounds include beautifully landscaped gardens, gated courtyard entry, pool with swim/spa current, paver patios, and extensive garden and play spaces.

This central Orinda location is close to town with shopping, dining and the Orinda theater, and easy access to BART, Highway 24/680, and top- rated Orinda schools.

Summary of the Home

Picturesque courtyard entry with custom detailed gate, gardens and sparkling pool. Stunning front doors with beveled glass windows lead to the residence.

Large foyer with inviting sitting area with floor to ceiling windows and a lovely view of the front courtyard. Warmly finished hardwood floors extend throughout the home. Curved steps with wrought iron railing lead to the lovely living room and reveal the homes incredible views of Orinda and the surrounding hills.

The living room features a wall of glass with the breathtaking views and a stone fireplace.

Formal dining room is adjacent and also has a wall of glass showcasing the views as well as hardwood floor inlay detail.

A state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen with a long breakfast bar open to the family room. High end custom cabinetry, granite counters and tile backsplash. Stainless steel appliances including Wolf 6-burner gas cook-top, 2 ovens, microwave, and a commercial hood. Miele dishwasher, oversized Sub-Zero refrigerator, and deep stainless steel sink.

Adjoining family room and informal dining area, a spacious room with high beamed ceiling, dramatic stone fireplace flanked by built-in cabinetry and shelving, and a wall of glass overlooking the yard and capturing the panoramic views.

Laundry/mudroom has built-in nooks and hanging hooks, stainless sink, extensive cabinetry and counter space, washer/dryer, and a custom door with beveled glass windows that opens out to the dog run or utility yard.

Luxurious master suite with walls of glass capturing views of the hills, dark blackout shades, stone fireplace, built-in speakers, double closet, and automatic privacy shutters on the exterior of the bedroom and bath. There is a dressing area with built-ins, and totally outfitted walk-in closet. The bath has double vanity with granite counter, bubbler tub, separate shower with seamless glass door, and private w.c. with opaque glass door.

Two bedrooms, both with electronic window shades with remotes.

Two updated baths.

Lower Level:

A bonus nook, suitable for a piano, and a 2nd washer/dryer in a closet.

Three additional bedrooms, one en-suite.

Two baths, all beautifully updated.

Second family room with stone fireplace and 2 sets of French doors to the outdoor patio and yard.

Private office with opaque French doors for privacy and a tree view.

Separate gym features extra high French doors, three skylights, and a wall of glass with tree views.

Spacious garage has multiple built-in cabinetry and work areas, epoxy flooring and carriage style doors.

Additional Features:

Deep crown and baseboard moldings, solid core raised panel interior doors, designer hardware, European Rolling Shutters in 3 areas of master suite, bedrooms in master wing have electronic cellular shades with remote controls. Hunter Douglas blinds, all four fireplaces with gas starters and log sets, built-in speakers in both family rooms, three-zone heating and air conditioning.

The Grounds:

Private and picturesque .78 acre setting. Beautifully landscaped courtyard gardens with attractive custom gate, pool with swim/spa current, automatic pool cover and pool sweep, enhanced lighting, extra wide steps, and surrounding travertine stone paver patio. The backyard has landscaped gardens, paver patio with a basketball hoop, wrought iron fencing, raised and sprinklered vegetable beds, mature trees and extensive garden and play spaces.

Top rated Orinda schools: Glorietta Elementary, Orinda Intermediate, and Miramonte High School.
(Please check with districts for school availability)

A wonderful commute location with easy access to downtown Orinda, BART and Highway 24/680 to Bay Area business centers.

*Per public records.