174 San Carlos Ave

About this property

174 San Carlos Avenue offers impeccable style, charm and meticulous craftmanship. It is a unique, private oasis, a rare find in Sausalito, and a short 5-minute walk down Excelsior Lane to downtown and the ferry.

Entering this enchanting home from the front gate is magical. The level front gardens invite you to a gleaming vintage leaded glass entryway. The entry foyer leads you to the spacious living room with forever views of Richardson Bay, Mount Tam, and spectacular sunsets. The inviting fireplace, surrounded by a custom limestone mantel and surround, provides the perfect environment for entertaining. The adjoining dining area, with easy access to the large deck, provides the perfect flow indoor/outdoor living. The adjacent custom kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, a 5-burner La Cornue chef’s gas range, custom cabinetry, and a large copper farm sink. An additional bedroom (or office) on the main level overlooks the lush side garden.

Finally, the private owner’s suite includes a spacious light-filled bedroom with amazing views, an expansive walk-in closet, and a marble bath with a soaking tub, shower, and private water closet.

Downstairs, a welcoming guest bedroom with a big ensuite bath, a large custom-designed media/game room (or additional 4th bedroom), a 165-bottle refrigerated wine cabinet, and a charming private office or fitness room is perfect for family and friends. The rear garden, a botanical masterpiece, is fully irrigated and breathtaking. Tree ferns, palms, a mature Redwood tree, lavender, roses, and a curated collection of rare plants make this garden incomparable. A generous one car garage and a paved driveway that can easily accommodate at least four additional cars, and includes a Juice 220V electric car charger.

This a one-of-a-kind property has been totally updated. It is a special opportunity in the prime Banana Belt of Sausalito where blue skies prevail even when fog surrounds other areas of the city. Paradise.