3104 Bayo Vista

The exterior features a classic Mediterranean design with stucco walls, a terra cotta tile roof, arched picture windows, and the original beautiful, arched front door protected by a front porch accented with a stained glass window. Inside, the characteristic Mediterranean architectural influence is readily on display in the elegant living room on the left that flows into the dining room. The spacious living room features the original oak floors, a barrel ceiling finished with crown moulding, and stately picture windows facing the front garden. A handsome wood-burning Craftsman fireplace is set into a plaster faux chimney design that extends up to the ceiling, and a large built-in bookcase with leaded glass fronts fits into an arched alcove that mirrors the arched, open doorways found throughout the home. The sunlit dining room has a dramatic contemporary chandelier that complements the room’s many vintage details, and is a wonderful room for hosting friends and family.

Thoughtful attention to detail was given to the beautifully remodeled kitchen that includes sophisticated, timeless finishes and premium appliances that blend perfectly with the rest of this gracious vintage home yet offers the best in modern design features. A large breakfast room is open to the kitchen, and has bay and leaded glass windows and a built-in cupboard dating back to the original home.

The large upstairs primary bedroom is filled with natural light from multiple exposures, and has an oak floor, crown moulding and two generous closets. A second bedroom down the hall is also well sized, and has a divided-lite door that opens to a covered redwood deck that overlooks the verdant backyard garden. A large bathroom has both primary bedroom and hallway access and showcases the fabulous Art Deco tile that’s been beautifully preserved.

A special feature of this spacious home is the garden level bonus space, with two separate entrances, that’s been artfully finished and includes a full bath and a laundry room and a series of bright, sunlit rooms. The entire lower level has new luxury vinyl flooring in a warm Oak hue with energy saving recessed LED lighting, which makes it bright and inviting. This invaluable space can be utilized for a playroom, family room, home office, guest area–these are just some of the many ideas for this very flexible space.

3104 Bayo Vista Ave. provides the opportunity to own an exceptional vintage home in a sought-after Fernside neighborhood located just minutes to top-ranked schools, less than one mile to Nob Hill Foods and downtown Park St. and a short walk/bike ride to Lincoln Park and pool. This move-in ready, well-loved home is a true Alameda treasure.