Modern Resort-Style Living in Mill Valley

Welcome to this stunning resort-style retreat nestled on a sunny ridge in Mill Valley above downtown. Thoughtfully designed with an organic modern aesthetic by Dorman Associates – celebrated local architect of green luxury residences. This newly constructed one-of-a-kind estate seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living showcasing luxurious finishes at every turn. With a focus on smart and sustainable living, the home integrates cutting-edge technology fire hardening and eco-friendly features, offering unparalleled convenience and energy efficiency without compromising on comfort or style. This home is a true sanctuary offering elegance, luxury and the best of Marin County living.

The flat, open property boasts a three- (or four-) bedroom main home, one-bedroom guest house, two-car garage, detached recreation shed and wine cave with 3,865 square feet of living space, 500+ square feet of covered, heated patios as well as additional structures. The grounds are completed with thoughtful gardens and hardscapes throughout, enhancing the beauty and functionality of the setting, including a gated pool, spa, and private outdoor shower area. 

The main home features a thoughtfully designed 3,110 square feet single-level layout, offering an ideal blend of space and functionality. It includes three large bedrooms with the potential to separate a fourth, along with three full baths. The expansive living room boasts soaring 13'6" ceilings, creating an airy and open atmosphere. Two sleek, modern linear flare fireplaces add both warmth and striking visual appeal to the space. Radiant floors throughout the main living areas ensure comfort year-round. Additional amenities include a dedicated office, mudroom, and laundry room, providing practical spaces for everyday living. The home also offers a two-car attached garage for convenience and storage.

A luxurious primary suite featuring panoramic views, highlighted by expansive 10-food windows and doors that frame the picturesque surroundings. This serene space also features a beautiful fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings. The spa-like primary bath is a true oasis, with a two-sided ThermaSol steam shower and a deep soaking tub for ultimate relaxation, both with built-in teak benches for convenience. A vestibule leads to a spacious walk-in closet, offering ample storage and organization. For seamless indoor-outdoor living, the suite also provides direct access to the pool, hot tub, and backyard, allowing you to enjoy the surrounding beauty at your leisure.

This home features a collection of premium finishes and state-of-the-art appliances that elevate every space. The kitchen is outfitted with professional-grade Thermador Masterpiece appliances, combining advanced technology and sleek design for an exceptional culinary experience. A separate feature bar offers convenient and stylish beverage storage, Thermador wine column and Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers for easy access while maintaining a modern aesthetic. Sleek Fleetwood windows and 9’ and 10’ sliding doors, in both pocket and accordion styles, seamlessly connect the indoor and outdoor living spaces, as well as the guest house, providing expansive views and a natural flow. Throughout the home, Nickels rift cut, and rustic European oak cabinetry adds warmth and timeless appeal, while the rich, wide-plank RIVA 10” European oak hardwood floors exude sophistication and complement the home's modern design. Large format 36” Mosa tiles are used both indoors and outdoors, including the entry and lanai, creating a cohesive and seamless look across all spaces. Quartzite and Granite countertops, paired with modern Basalt stone and Heath tile accents, offer both beauty and durability. For added luxury, the home features Robern powered medicine cabinets with integrated lighting and smart features. To ensure superior air quality and comfort, advanced Trane HEPA+ Clean Effects filters are installed throughout the home.

The 755 square feet guest house, connected by an expansive courtyard deck, offers a stylish and functional layout, featuring an open-concept kitchen, and great room that seamlessly blends living and dining areas. The one-bedroom includes a queen-sized Murphy bed and Tonal smart home gym, allowing for easy transformation of the space into a gym or office, along with a walk-in closet for added storage and organization. Additionally, a dedicated washer and dryer enhance the convenience and practicality of this versatile living area.

The outdoor living space is designed for both relaxation and entertainment, featuring a newly refurbished pool and hot tub with solar heating and UV sterilization for eco-friendly enjoyment. The expansive lanai includes a fully equipped Hestan outdoor kitchen with an integrated, commercial hood, perfect for alfresco cooking, and a stylish outdoor bar for social gatherings. For added warmth and ambiance, four Bromic Eclipse outdoor heaters with integrated lighting extend your outdoor living season and two app-controlled Warming Trends CrossFire firepits offer on-demand comfort and ambiance with the touch of a button. A 65 square feet recreational storage shed provides ample space for outdoor gear, while a dedicated wine cave in the lower terrace ensures a refined experience for wine enthusiasts. The Backyard trellis patio cover, featuring double wall insulated clear sheets, provides optimal light and temperature control, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors year-round.

This exceptional home is equipped with cutting-edge technology, future-proof wiring and sustainable features designed for comfort, efficiency, and security. Savant smart home automation centralizes lighting, window shades, climate control, security, energy management and premium AV systems, including Marantz AV receivers and Martin Logan speakers, creating an immersive entertainment experience with LG OLED TVs throughout and Sonance/Sonos outdoor speakers. Security and privacy are paramount, with a keypad entry gate, intercom, camera, and wired Ring cameras for comprehensive coverage. Solar panels with 13.6 kW capacity, paired with Home Grid backup batteries and two Sol Arc 15k inverters, ensure high-performance energy generation and reliable power during outages. 

The home also prioritizes sustainability with electric induction cooktops for energy-efficient cooking, and WAC and Elco Koto LED lighting providing both ambiance and efficiency throughout. Comfort is ensured year-round with three electric Trane heat pump air conditioning units. Additional thoughtful features include electric radiant floors in the hall bath and office, three ChargePoint Home Flex Level two EV chargers for convenient electric vehicle charging, and 5,100-gallon underground rainwater capture tanks for sustainable irrigation.

The home’s exterior is designed for durability and fire safety, with a TPO commercial-grade light gray roof, enhanced stucco panels, stone wall installations, Canadian cedar eaves and ceilings engineered for wildfire safety (WUI rated), and Blueskin House Wrap along with Densglass eaves for enhanced fire and moisture prevention. Low VOC Green Guard Gold spray foam insulation, applied both inside and outside in the eaves along the home’s perimeters, ensures optimal soundproofing and energy efficiency, while low/no VOC interior paints and materials contribute to a healthier living environment and sustainable lifestyle.

Set on a generous 17,040 square feet flat lot, this property boasts a series of lush, meticulously designed gardens, hedges and terraces, tranquil water features and level Tailor Made lawn, creating a serene and private environment. Additionally, the grounds include a bocce court, creating an ideal space for outdoor entertainment.  

The entry is framed by steel framed MOSO bamboo gates and all new redwood fences throughout, ensuring both beauty and durability. A sound-proofing street-facing fence adds an extra layer of tranquility, blocking out external noise for additional privacy. The spacious entry courtyard features double-gated access, offering both security and an inviting, private main entry. 

This home is a true sanctuary offering elegance, luxury and the best of Marin County living. Most of the art in the home is painted by renowned local artist, Laura Smith Blair.