The little enclave of broad, level streets in the vicinity of Glorietta Elementary School has long been regarded as Orinda’s most sought after neighborhood. Not only is this area the hub of a closely knit school community, but it also enjoys easy proximity to downtown Orinda, BART, freeway, the Oakwood Athletic Club, as well as the shops and restaurants of neighboring Lafayette.
Set back from the road, the gracious ranch style home at 218 Overhill occupies a spectacular .8 acre site. Originally built in 1950, the home has been tastefully expanded and lovingly maintained by its longtime owners. The residence is accessed via a handsome brick driveway and large concrete stepping stones leading to the tiled front porch.
Once inside, the formal entryway opens to an inviting living room with floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, random plank hardwood flooring, and sliding door access to the lovely private rear yard. The dining area also has hardwood floors and its own sliding door opening to the brick patio. The skylit kitchen has expansive granite counters, modern appliances, and ample cabinet space including a built-in working desk.
The primary bedroom is a true retreat with three roomy closets, a sliding door opening to the backyard, and an updated en suite bathroom. There are three additional well appointed bedrooms with hardwood floors, and the renovated hall bathroom has a stall shower as well as a separate tub.
The spacious family room has a sliding door to the backyard and interior access to the double car garage. Additional features include a separate laundry room and conveniently located half bath. The home has custom lighting, central air conditioning, and dual pane windows throughout the interior.
The park-like backyard, with its towering mature trees, is an oasis of tranquility with a large lawn area and two lovely brick patios that provide seating for al fresco dining or outdoor entertaining. The extensive land behind the fence not only protects privacy, but also offers unlimited opportunities—an ADU, pool, or sports court are all possibilities. A brick pathway on the east side of the house connects the front and back yards; on the west side of the house, a spacious side yard features raised wood planters for gardening aficionados. Tucked away in the southwest corner, a large storage shed with built-in shelving can hold outdoor furniture seasonally, as well as year-around gardening supplies.
In all, the fortunate buyer who is the next owner of 218 Overhill Road will acquire a cherished family home, and, more importantly, an irreplaceable site that will more than support any future expansion or improvements, enabling this to truly be the home for a lifetime.
