Marla Moresi-Valdes Presents
Private Hillside Retreat
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$2,995,000
40 Miwok Drive, Novato
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Property Details
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beds
5
baths
4.5
interior
5,133 sq ft
neighborhood
Indian Valley
Overview:
Perfectly perched on a quiet hillside cul-de-sac in Indian Valley, this spacious upscale home enjoys a rare sense of privacy while capturing expansive views across surrounding horse pastures, Mount Burdell, and the open-space ridgelines stretching toward West Marin. Built in 1998 and meticulously remodeled over the past three years, the 5,133 +/- square-foot residence offers five bedrooms and five baths across three living levels, including a private garden-level au pair apartment with its own entrance.
Thoughtfully reimagined for modern living with an emphasis on comfort, function, and design, the home presents in exceptional condition throughout. Updates include wide-plank French oak flooring, updated kitchen and bathrooms with quartz countertops and backsplashes, and a redesigned laundry room.
Outside, a solar-heated pool and hot tub sit behind a glass wall designed to preserve sweeping hillside views, while multiple decks, patios, a fire pit, and landscaped grounds create inviting spaces for relaxing, entertaining, and watching the sun set over the surrounding hills.
Main Floor:
Step into a dramatic grand foyer with soaring 19-foot ceilings, a sweeping staircase, and an open upper-level balcony. A striking black circular metal chandelier anchors the double-height space, setting an elegant tone for the home.
To the right, the formal living room offers expansive views through windows on three sides. Double French doors open to a wraparound slate-tiled deck that extends along the exterior of the room. A gas fireplace framed by built-in cabinetry creates a handsome focal point and the room is finished with new designer carpeting.
The living room flows into a formal dining room featuring wide-plank French oak flooring, recessed lighting, an architectural tray ceiling with crown molding, and a modern lantern-style chandelier. Large windows fill the room with natural light and tranquil green outlooks.
A hallway from the foyer leads to an expansive open kitchen and family room. The chef’s kitchen features quartz countertops, a large center island, deep sliding drawers, and abundant cabinetry. Stainless steel appliances include a GE Monogram refrigerator, GE Monogram six-burner gas range with integrated griddle and double ovens, Monogram microwave, Bosch dishwasher, and instant hot and cold water at the sink.
Adjacent to the kitchen, a generous breakfast nook opens through sliding glass doors to a covered slate-tiled patio.
A sizable dining bar separates the kitchen from a spacious family room, which features plush carpeting, built-in shelving and entertainment cabinetry, a gas fireplace, and a tray ceiling with crown molding and recessed lighting. Windows frame verdant views westward across horse pastures toward open space.
Also on this level are a beautifully updated powder room with quartz vanity, a large hall storage closet, and French doors leading to the backyard patios.
Upper Floor:
Head up the grand staircase to find four bedrooms, including two with ensuite layouts. A wraparound banister overlooks the dramatic foyer below, connecting the two levels.
The first bedroom features windows on two sides with leafy views and a large Elfa-system closet. It connects to a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with quartz counters and a modern glass-enclosed shower with built-in bench. The adjoining bedroom is accessible from both the hall and the shared bath and includes a sliding door closet and bright outlooks.
Across the hall, a beautifully renovated laundry room features Electrolux front-loading washer and dryer, a Blanco sink, quartz countertop, and extensive cabinetry. A large linen cabinet sits just outside in the hallway.
Just past the second bedroom, a generous guest suite offers large windows on two sides, a walk-in Elfa-system closet, and a full bath with shower over tub and quartz vanity.
Privately situated down a separate hallway, the expansive primary suite offers a peaceful retreat. A modern wood-burning corner fireplace with geometric tile surround, marble hearth, and elegant mantel serves as a striking focal point. Custom California Closets built-ins span an entire wall, incorporating shelving and an integrated desk.
The recently remodeled primary bathroom features a handcrafted soaking tub with quartz surround and backsplash, a spacious frameless glass shower with built-in bench and basketweave mosaic tile insets, and dual sinks with quartz countertop. Shiplap accent walls add warmth and texture throughout. An expansive California Closets walk-in closet completes the suite, with drawer banks, open shelving, and customized hanging space.
Garden Level & Garage:
Stairs from the grand foyer lead down to the garden level, where a private one-bedroom apartment with its own exterior entrance offers flexible space for guests, extended family, or au pair accommodations.
The apartment features wood-looking laminate flooring throughout, a living room with two sets of sliding glass doors opening to a private patio and the pool area, a separate bedroom, and a large closet with barn-door closure. A separate adjacent space includes a kitchenette with sink, mini fridge, and a storage room.
The lower level also provides access to an oversized three-car garage, thoughtfully finished with a quartz-topped vanity and sink beneath a window — an immaculate, expansive space designed for both function and ease.
Outdoor Spaces:
The main living level opens to two distinct outdoor spaces. Off the living room, a wraparound deck offers a private perch with sweeping views over the surrounding hills. Off the kitchen nook, a large covered slate patio invites leisurely outdoor dining and easy gathering.
From the patio, tiered stairs framed by railroad ties descend through terraced landscaping past persimmon and lemon trees to a spacious lower level centered around a solar-heated pool, hot tub, and outdoor shower. A frameless glass screen preserves unobstructed views of the open hills beyond, while pergolas provide shade and a level grassy lawn offers additional space to relax and play.
Neighborhood:
Set in Novato's coveted Indian Valley neighborhood — known for its scenic hills, large lots, and mature oak trees — 40 Miwok Drive enjoys exceptional privacy with open space and hiking trails just steps away. Despite its seclusion, the home is just a short drive to the shops, restaurants, and cafés of downtown Novato, with convenient access to Highway 101 and destinations throughout Marin, San Francisco, Sonoma, and the greater Bay Area.
Additional Features:
Perfectly perched on a quiet hillside cul-de-sac in Indian Valley, this spacious upscale home enjoys a rare sense of privacy while capturing expansive views across surrounding horse pastures, Mount Burdell, and the open-space ridgelines stretching toward West Marin. Built in 1998 and meticulously remodeled over the past three years, the 5,133 +/- square-foot residence offers five bedrooms and five baths across three living levels, including a private garden-level au pair apartment with its own entrance.
Thoughtfully reimagined for modern living with an emphasis on comfort, function, and design, the home presents in exceptional condition throughout. Updates include wide-plank French oak flooring, updated kitchen and bathrooms with quartz countertops and backsplashes, and a redesigned laundry room.
Outside, a solar-heated pool and hot tub sit behind a glass wall designed to preserve sweeping hillside views, while multiple decks, patios, a fire pit, and landscaped grounds create inviting spaces for relaxing, entertaining, and watching the sun set over the surrounding hills.
Main Floor:
Step into a dramatic grand foyer with soaring 19-foot ceilings, a sweeping staircase, and an open upper-level balcony. A striking black circular metal chandelier anchors the double-height space, setting an elegant tone for the home.
To the right, the formal living room offers expansive views through windows on three sides. Double French doors open to a wraparound slate-tiled deck that extends along the exterior of the room. A gas fireplace framed by built-in cabinetry creates a handsome focal point and the room is finished with new designer carpeting.
The living room flows into a formal dining room featuring wide-plank French oak flooring, recessed lighting, an architectural tray ceiling with crown molding, and a modern lantern-style chandelier. Large windows fill the room with natural light and tranquil green outlooks.
A hallway from the foyer leads to an expansive open kitchen and family room. The chef’s kitchen features quartz countertops, a large center island, deep sliding drawers, and abundant cabinetry. Stainless steel appliances include a GE Monogram refrigerator, GE Monogram six-burner gas range with integrated griddle and double ovens, Monogram microwave, Bosch dishwasher, and instant hot and cold water at the sink.
Adjacent to the kitchen, a generous breakfast nook opens through sliding glass doors to a covered slate-tiled patio.
A sizable dining bar separates the kitchen from a spacious family room, which features plush carpeting, built-in shelving and entertainment cabinetry, a gas fireplace, and a tray ceiling with crown molding and recessed lighting. Windows frame verdant views westward across horse pastures toward open space.
Also on this level are a beautifully updated powder room with quartz vanity, a large hall storage closet, and French doors leading to the backyard patios.
Upper Floor:
Head up the grand staircase to find four bedrooms, including two with ensuite layouts. A wraparound banister overlooks the dramatic foyer below, connecting the two levels.
The first bedroom features windows on two sides with leafy views and a large Elfa-system closet. It connects to a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with quartz counters and a modern glass-enclosed shower with built-in bench. The adjoining bedroom is accessible from both the hall and the shared bath and includes a sliding door closet and bright outlooks.
Across the hall, a beautifully renovated laundry room features Electrolux front-loading washer and dryer, a Blanco sink, quartz countertop, and extensive cabinetry. A large linen cabinet sits just outside in the hallway.
Just past the second bedroom, a generous guest suite offers large windows on two sides, a walk-in Elfa-system closet, and a full bath with shower over tub and quartz vanity.
Privately situated down a separate hallway, the expansive primary suite offers a peaceful retreat. A modern wood-burning corner fireplace with geometric tile surround, marble hearth, and elegant mantel serves as a striking focal point. Custom California Closets built-ins span an entire wall, incorporating shelving and an integrated desk.
The recently remodeled primary bathroom features a handcrafted soaking tub with quartz surround and backsplash, a spacious frameless glass shower with built-in bench and basketweave mosaic tile insets, and dual sinks with quartz countertop. Shiplap accent walls add warmth and texture throughout. An expansive California Closets walk-in closet completes the suite, with drawer banks, open shelving, and customized hanging space.
Garden Level & Garage:
Stairs from the grand foyer lead down to the garden level, where a private one-bedroom apartment with its own exterior entrance offers flexible space for guests, extended family, or au pair accommodations.
The apartment features wood-looking laminate flooring throughout, a living room with two sets of sliding glass doors opening to a private patio and the pool area, a separate bedroom, and a large closet with barn-door closure. A separate adjacent space includes a kitchenette with sink, mini fridge, and a storage room.
The lower level also provides access to an oversized three-car garage, thoughtfully finished with a quartz-topped vanity and sink beneath a window — an immaculate, expansive space designed for both function and ease.
Outdoor Spaces:
The main living level opens to two distinct outdoor spaces. Off the living room, a wraparound deck offers a private perch with sweeping views over the surrounding hills. Off the kitchen nook, a large covered slate patio invites leisurely outdoor dining and easy gathering.
From the patio, tiered stairs framed by railroad ties descend through terraced landscaping past persimmon and lemon trees to a spacious lower level centered around a solar-heated pool, hot tub, and outdoor shower. A frameless glass screen preserves unobstructed views of the open hills beyond, while pergolas provide shade and a level grassy lawn offers additional space to relax and play.
Neighborhood:
Set in Novato's coveted Indian Valley neighborhood — known for its scenic hills, large lots, and mature oak trees — 40 Miwok Drive enjoys exceptional privacy with open space and hiking trails just steps away. Despite its seclusion, the home is just a short drive to the shops, restaurants, and cafés of downtown Novato, with convenient access to Highway 101 and destinations throughout Marin, San Francisco, Sonoma, and the greater Bay Area.
Additional Features:
- Comprehensive renovation over the past three years touched every room, from flooring and fixtures to kitchens, bathrooms, and more.
- New French Oak hardwood flooring
- New plush carpet throughout
- Modern light fixtures and recessed lighting throughout
- Custom window shades throughout; larger windows fitted with electric shades.
- Dual Nest thermostat system
- Ring security system with 360-degree solar outdoor cameras and door alarm.
- Extra street side security gate for front deck
- Two Lennox furnaces, Lennox central A/C, and Navien water heater
- Two outdoor storage sheds and abundant indoor storage spaces at lower level
- 9-panel solar system powering the heated pool/hot tub, recently updated
- Three-car garage with new countertop, and vanity with sink
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Neighborhood
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Nestled in northern Marin County's rolling landscape, Novato has evolved from a Wine Country gateway into a vibrant destination. As the county's second-largest community, the area attracts residents with its Mediterranean climate, dynamic downtown, and relatively attainable housing prices within Marin.
The residential areas showcase diverse living options. Black Point features luxury estates, while Bel Marin Keys offers waterfront properties along scenic lagoons. The tree-lined streets of Alameda Del Prado and the equestrian estates of Indian Valley provide additional housing variety.
The Vintage Oaks Shopping Center serves as the primary retail hub. Downtown Grant Avenue, revitalized through beautification efforts, bustles with activity throughout the week. The area hosts regular community events including a weekly farmers market from spring until fall, outdoor film screenings, seasonal parades, and cultural festivals.
The transformation of Hamilton Field from a military base to a mixed-use development exemplifies Novato's evolution. Former aircraft hangars now house an innovative mix of biotechnology firms, digital companies, the Marin Museum of Contemporary Art, and dozens of artist studios. The presence of major institutions like the Buck Institute, known for its aging research, strengthens the local economy while maintaining the community's diverse character.
The residential areas showcase diverse living options. Black Point features luxury estates, while Bel Marin Keys offers waterfront properties along scenic lagoons. The tree-lined streets of Alameda Del Prado and the equestrian estates of Indian Valley provide additional housing variety.
The Vintage Oaks Shopping Center serves as the primary retail hub. Downtown Grant Avenue, revitalized through beautification efforts, bustles with activity throughout the week. The area hosts regular community events including a weekly farmers market from spring until fall, outdoor film screenings, seasonal parades, and cultural festivals.
The transformation of Hamilton Field from a military base to a mixed-use development exemplifies Novato's evolution. Former aircraft hangars now house an innovative mix of biotechnology firms, digital companies, the Marin Museum of Contemporary Art, and dozens of artist studios. The presence of major institutions like the Buck Institute, known for its aging research, strengthens the local economy while maintaining the community's diverse character.
Marla Moresi-Valdes
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