Nestled among more than 40 mature oaks in the desirable Middle Ridge location, 433 Lovell Avenue is a modern redwood and glass icon combining the relaxed Mill Valley lifestyle with luxurious style, rich materials, and impeccable detailing. Completed in 2006, the quintessential "Mill Valley Modern Home" is a nationally published masterpiece owned and designed by two architects and recently featured in Dream Homes of Northern California.

The entry view terrace separates the main house from the studio. The large open studio with built-in wall to wall steel and maple shelving also functions as a guest suite with a full bathroom and sleeping loft. In addition, it is plumbed for a kitchen should one be desired in the future.

Directly across the breezeway covered by a translucent glass and steel canopy is the spacious living room with floor to ceiling glass windows showcasing phenomenal open canyon and wooded creek views, two seating areas, a library nook, custom cherry wood built-ins, and open fir beamed ceiling. The centerpiece of the open upper living area is the monumental accent wall that integrates a wood burning fireplace within a beautifully clad multi-story leather tile surface.

The adjacent split level dining room showcases two large silk pendant light fixtures, large art walls and custom cherry wood cabinetry.

The streamlined gourmet kitchen, designed for entertaining, featuring Snaidero Italian lacquered cherry wood cabinets, flamed black granite countertops, stainless steel tile backsplash and a complete line of high-end appliances including; the large model Wolf gas range, Miele exhaust hood with integral lighting, two Sub Zero refrigerators, two Miele Incognito dishwashers, Miele built-in coffee maker, Miele steam oven and double oven, and full height Snaidero frosted glass pantries with integral lighting . The kitchen and generous 10 foot long island seating is positioned under a unique custom translucent panel ceiling/roof that is shared with the adjacent open family room.

The den has a custom steel bay window projection that frames the peaceful wooded views beyond and provides sun-drenched bench seating. The den features natural solid redwood paneling with hidden cabinets and recessed custom glass shelving, a built-in Sony 55" flat panel plasma TV with hidden surround sound, fabric acoustic panels, and floating cherry wood cabinets.

Adjacent to the den and kitchen is a sandstone slab patio with ample room for outdoor entertaining and dining providing distant views of the Marin Headlands.

Reclaimed timbers adorn the open staircase down to the lower level, where two bedrooms enjoy amazing views of the canyon. The hall bathroom boasts Philippe Starck European fixtures throughout including a free-standing tub and slate floors with full height glass windows.

A grand foyer with large glass pivot doors leading to the lower terrace separates the private master suite. The master bath features a luxurious spa tub and a spacious granite and custom etched glass step down shower for two. The generous master bedroom has his and her walk-in closets with built-in cherry wood cabinetry and floor to ceiling glass windows with French doors leading out to the garden terrace providing true indoor/outdoor living.

Additional features of the home include:

• "Lutron" Automated Light Dimming System with programmable switching
• "Lutron" Automated Retractable Sun Shade System in Living and Family Rooms
• "Sonos" Music System with speakers in Master Bedroom and Living Areas
• Whole House Water filtration system
• "Noritz" Tankless Hot Water Heater
• Mudroom & Laundry Room tandem with Built-in Ironing Station
• "Galvalume" Insulated Zinc/Aluminum Standing Seam Metal Roof
• "Basalt Stone Monolith Fountain and step-up Outdoor Shower

The one half acre property is home to a seasonal creek with natural stone bridge, a tree house built into the mature oak trees and access to wonderful hiking and biking trails on Mt. Tamalpais. This property provides the best of both worlds within walking distance to downtown, schools, and library while providing a sunny and quiet wooded retreat to relax and rejuvenate. This is your opportunity to own the premiere modern Mill Valley "Dream Home".

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