Ann Lovi Presents
Ultra Charming Montclair Traditional
110 Duncan Way, Oakland
|$799,000
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Property details
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
1,396 sq ft
Neighborhood
Montclair
Be Lucky Owner Number 3 of this Charming, Custom-Built Home
Welcome to 110 Duncan Way - a custom built home with attention to every detail for Mrs. Lillian R. Beyrle in 1936. This home was enjoyed by her and her family for 65+/- years. The love and care for this special home has continued for the past 24+ years by the current (second) owners who made practical updates including seismic, electrical, (copper) plumbing, backup generator and drainage while respectfully retaining its romantic, period charm. The spacious Formal Living Room has dramatic vaulted beamed ceilings, wood burning fireplace and opens seamlessly to the Formal Dining Room with stunning French doors leading to a quaint deck and a generous window that perfectly frames mature trees and plants. It is the current owners favorite room in the house that they've worked from home, relaxed and dined in. The period eat-in kitchen has an "updated" (circa 1960s) Wedgewood stove. The Bay window above the sink sold the sellers on the home looks out to the brick patios which are perfect for al fresco dining. The sunny laundry room is ideally just adjacent. A split-level up includes two light-filled bedrooms with a period bathroom between them. The main surprise is downstairs - a gathering place for all with a tiki bar and woodburning fireplace. The two-car garage with interior interior access and storage room is just adjacent. Ideally close to AC Transit line, Montclair Village, Lake Temescal Regional Park and Highways 13 and 24.
Here is a note from the Sellers on what made this home so special for them:
Dear Prospective Buyers:
We fell in love with 110 from the moment we first saw it at an open house in 2001. The three things that grabbed our attention that day were (1) standing in the kitchen and looking at that fantastic window -- it reminded us of being on the captain's bridge of a ship! (2) the brick patio, which proved to be a good-weather favorite place for us to sit and have meals; and (3) the tiki room, which was tailor-made for our collection of kitschy and fun stuff, a collection we greatly increased because of that room.The two other areas of the house we lived a lot: the dining room, where we both worked all day during covid-days, that room has fantastic light, it's nice to see out to the street and see the world go by, it's convenient for the kitchen, and all told it was a wonderful nest both during and after the pandemic. The other place is the front porch -- how many hours we sat there are uncountable. It's a great spot to catch the sun, chat to the lovely neighbors and passers-by as they walk by, generally watch the dog walkers and joggers etc, and since it's covered it's ideal for enjoying enjoying even (and sometimes especially) when it rains.
In the early years we learned various historical details about the house, a rare treat for any buyer and made possible by our seller being an elderly lady then living in Sacramento who had grown up at 110 from childhood, it was her grandmother who was the original buyer from the contractor in the 1930s; our seller's parents lived at 110 for most of their lives, and they had passed away as of 2000 thereby making the house available, so our seller regretfully sold it on. She was delighted to find I was interested in all the minutia about the house and her general memories of the house and Duncan Way in the 1940s and 50s. She and I wrote letters back and forth (real letters, on paper) for a number of years till she herself passed away, me asking questions and she replying with reminiscences. It was a great day when she sent me two photos of the house when it was brand-new and not even lived in yet!
Talking of living, 110 is VERY livable. There is a good flow among the rooms, the spaces are nicely proportioned, neither too big nor too small; it's not cookie-cutter; charm and character abound, which we more than appreciated so were careful to preserve; it's convenient to Montclair Village both by car and walking; it's a short drive the other direction to the Village Market and cafe at Harbord Drive; for us it was great to walk to/from the AC Transit San Francisco commute bus; it's a quick jaunt to Lake Temescal which is so pleasant to stroll around; the neighborhood is a warren of charming streets to discover (we are big on the walking and discovering).
All in all it's, well, just delightful.
Best wishes,
Charles and Annette
Here is a note from the Sellers on what made this home so special for them:
Dear Prospective Buyers:
We fell in love with 110 from the moment we first saw it at an open house in 2001. The three things that grabbed our attention that day were (1) standing in the kitchen and looking at that fantastic window -- it reminded us of being on the captain's bridge of a ship! (2) the brick patio, which proved to be a good-weather favorite place for us to sit and have meals; and (3) the tiki room, which was tailor-made for our collection of kitschy and fun stuff, a collection we greatly increased because of that room.The two other areas of the house we lived a lot: the dining room, where we both worked all day during covid-days, that room has fantastic light, it's nice to see out to the street and see the world go by, it's convenient for the kitchen, and all told it was a wonderful nest both during and after the pandemic. The other place is the front porch -- how many hours we sat there are uncountable. It's a great spot to catch the sun, chat to the lovely neighbors and passers-by as they walk by, generally watch the dog walkers and joggers etc, and since it's covered it's ideal for enjoying enjoying even (and sometimes especially) when it rains.
In the early years we learned various historical details about the house, a rare treat for any buyer and made possible by our seller being an elderly lady then living in Sacramento who had grown up at 110 from childhood, it was her grandmother who was the original buyer from the contractor in the 1930s; our seller's parents lived at 110 for most of their lives, and they had passed away as of 2000 thereby making the house available, so our seller regretfully sold it on. She was delighted to find I was interested in all the minutia about the house and her general memories of the house and Duncan Way in the 1940s and 50s. She and I wrote letters back and forth (real letters, on paper) for a number of years till she herself passed away, me asking questions and she replying with reminiscences. It was a great day when she sent me two photos of the house when it was brand-new and not even lived in yet!
Talking of living, 110 is VERY livable. There is a good flow among the rooms, the spaces are nicely proportioned, neither too big nor too small; it's not cookie-cutter; charm and character abound, which we more than appreciated so were careful to preserve; it's convenient to Montclair Village both by car and walking; it's a short drive the other direction to the Village Market and cafe at Harbord Drive; for us it was great to walk to/from the AC Transit San Francisco commute bus; it's a quick jaunt to Lake Temescal which is so pleasant to stroll around; the neighborhood is a warren of charming streets to discover (we are big on the walking and discovering).
All in all it's, well, just delightful.
Best wishes,
Charles and Annette
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Neighborhood
Tucked away in the wooded hills and winding streets above Oakland, Montclair is a small community with an appealing central shopping district. Sizable custom homes, along with a mix of Mediterranean, Craftsman, and contemporary-style homes are situated on forested lots, offering an elegant retreat from the city.
The Montclair Business District is a throwback to a simpler time before strip malls, megamalls, and big-box stores. Residents can find everything they need, from dry cleaning and groceries to restaurants. Local restaurant favorites include the Montclair Egg Shop, Flipper’s Gourmet Burgers, and Crogan’s Montclair Restaurant. Gourmet specialty items are available at Le Bonbon, and Farmstead Wine and Cheese. A farmers market on Sundays provides fresh local produce and baked goods. Montclair is home to fine-arts festivals throughout the year and a jazz festival in the late summer that enlivens the street scene.
The Montclair Business District is a throwback to a simpler time before strip malls, megamalls, and big-box stores. Residents can find everything they need, from dry cleaning and groceries to restaurants. Local restaurant favorites include the Montclair Egg Shop, Flipper’s Gourmet Burgers, and Crogan’s Montclair Restaurant. Gourmet specialty items are available at Le Bonbon, and Farmstead Wine and Cheese. A farmers market on Sundays provides fresh local produce and baked goods. Montclair is home to fine-arts festivals throughout the year and a jazz festival in the late summer that enlivens the street scene.
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