489 Lea Court, Novato
4 BEDS | 3 BATHS | 2,590± SQFT | SOLD $1.461M
Sit back, relax and enjoy poolside living at this stunning Santa Barbara style home
Located in the desirable North East countryside of Novato, 489 Lea Court feels like its own private retreat that enjoys laid-back living in a peaceful setting. This stunning 2,590± square foot Santa Barbara style home has been beautifully updated and features 4 bedrooms plus an office, 3 baths, two living rooms, and a secondary kitchenette. Impeccably landscaped grounds with mature trees surround the backyard with a pool and tranquil waterfall that creates an idyllic space for alfresco dining, entertaining and soaking up the sun in Novato’s year-round warm weather climate.
Step inside the welcoming entryway with a soaring two-story ceiling that embraces the home's natural light through beautiful windows. The main level of the home includes an open-concept formal living room with a gas-burning fireplace, stylish shiplap accent wall and an adjacent dining room, a fabulous space for entertaining up to 12 guests. An open chef's kitchen and casual dining area has been updated with new appliances, countertops, and backsplash with a charming kitchen island for meal prep. Two sets of sliding doors open to the covered loggia and stunning pool with multiple areas to soak in the sun, dine outside or read a good book while taking in the views overlooking Deer Island. Sit and enjoy nature on the upper flagstone terrace that backs to open space.
The main level of the home also includes a large primary en-suite bedroom, two additional bedrooms and a full guest bathroom. The second living room on the lower level of the home features a wood-burning fireplace, wet bar, and kitchenette that comfortably provides additional space to work, learn, and play from home or would make the ideal guest suite with its own private space and separate entrance. The fourth bedroom, full bath, and laundry room are also on the lower level of the home. The office is quietly tucked behind the attached two-car garage that provides ample additional storage.
489 Lea Court is the ultimate home for entertaining located in one of the best neighborhoods known for its amazing year-round weather, easy commute access, and it’s close proximity to Novato’s vibrant downtown shops and restaurants including Finnegan’s Bar & Grill, Chianti Cucina, Rustic Bakery, Dr. Insomniac’s Coffee House, Las Guitarras Mexican Restaurant, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, and more. The home is a short distance to some of Marin’s best hiking + biking trails, a mile walk to the SMART train and a quick drive to highway 37 for easy access to San Francisco or a 30-minute scenic drive to the wine country in Sonoma.
HIGHLIGHTS
4 beds | 3 baths | 2,580± sqft (per tax records)
Private & tranquil setting
Open-concept main level living with indoor/outdoor flow to the backyard, pool, and waterfall
Outdoor terrace with stunning views
Amazing year-round weather
Light and bright living spaces throughout
Two fireplaces
Farmhouse style chef’s kitchen with quartz countertops, subway-tile backsplash and brand new dual ovens, 4-burner gas range and hood
Private entrance to lower level with a second living room, kitchenette, bed and full bath
Walk-in laundry room connects to 2-car garage
3 bedrooms including primary en-suite bedroom on main level
Bonus office quietly tucked behind garage
Lush, mature landscaping surrounding the property providing amazing privacy
Ample storage throughout
Award-winning Novato School District
Close proximity to highway 37 and 101, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, bike paths, local parks, Novato’s vibrant downtown restaurants and shops
Only a 30 minute commute to San Francisco or a scenic drive to the wine country in Sonoma
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