Set in one of Forest Knolls' most peaceful pockets, 10 Cortez Avenue is a soulful West Marin cottage that lives larger than its room count. Private, sunny, and surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Geronimo Valley, this 1-bedroom, 1-bath home unfolds across two levels with warmth, character, and surprising flexibility. A refreshed entry path sets a quiet, welcoming tone. Inside, the main level opens to an inviting dining enclave, then flows into a darling kitchen overlooking the living area and a comfortable office or reading nook framed by sunny valley outlooks. A full bath completes a main level that feels efficient, thoughtful, and full of personality. The kitchen also opens to one of two decks, creating an easy outdoor extension for morning coffee, lunch in the sun, or a quiet reset between calls. Downstairs, a generous primary suite creates a cozy retreat, anchored by a classic potbelly wood stove and offering space for rest, relaxation, and quiet escape. Additional storage and utility areas add practical function. The larger lower deck is where the home really begins to exhale, with sunny valley views, privacy, and room to gather for sunset conversations, weekend meals, or simply enjoying the stillness that makes this corner of Marin so special. Set on an approximately 4,500 sq. ft. lot with parking for two cars and close proximity to the Cortez Fire Road trailhead, the property offers immediate access to the hiking and biking network of the San Geronimo Valley, along with many of the area's favorite destinations Pump Espresso Bar, Lagunitas Market, the Farm Stand, Samuel P. Taylor State Park, Papermill Creek Saloon, and nearby downtown Fairfax. 10 Cortez is not oversized, overdone, or trying too hard. It is something better: a charming mountain cottage with heart, privacy, useful space, and an unmistakable sense of place a full-time home, weekend hideaway, creative retreat, or quiet basecamp for West Marin living.
In a quiet pocket of Forest Knolls, 169 Resaca unfolds as a private retreat shaped by its woodland surroundings. A gated entry opens to a sunny 0.65-acre lot where a classic wood-shingled home sits framed by redwoods and the stillness that defines this stretch of West Marin. Inside, the home offers an easy, livable layout centered around a generous living room with large windows that draw in natural light and the landscape beyond. A fireplace anchors the space, while the kitchen looks directly out to the trees, keeping everyday moments connected to the setting. With two spacious bedrooms, two full baths, and an office/den on the main living level that has also been used as a bedroom, the interiors strike a balance between openness, comfort, and flexibility. The entirety of the home has been designed and maintained as a low EMF, low VOC, mold free health conscious living environment. The lower level includes a spacious flex room with potential for work, hobbies, guest use, or additional storage. A wraparound porch extends the living space outdoors, creating multiple places to sit, gather, and take in the natural surroundings. The lot is sunny and private, with generous outdoor storage and usable space for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying time outside. Over the past seven years, the garden has been thoughtfully cultivated using Native American practices with an emphasis on sustainability, resulting in unusually rich soil, several fruit trees, and a wide variety of edible and medicinal plants. The offering also includes an adjoining lot, creating rare additional outdoor space for camping, meditation, creative use, or future ancillary structures. An existing second septic system adds another uncommon layer of potential for possible expansion or a second structure.
Buyer OPPORTUNITY Update: Seller is offering $200,000 in seller financing below market interest, with terms negotiablea powerful opportunity for the right buyer!.... Nestled in the heart of the scenic San Geronimo Valley and serving as the gateway to West Marin, this charming property offers the perfect blend of tranquility, outdoor adventure, and convenient access to all that the Bay Area has to offer. Just over the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco and ideally situated between Wine Country to the north and the breathtaking Northern California coast to the west, this home embodies the natural beauty and relaxed lifestyle that make West Marin one of the Bay Area's most desirable destinations. The home features two bedrooms and one bathroom, complemented by an expansive, sun-drenched deck that seamlessly extends the living space outdoors. Enjoy multiple areas for entertaining and relaxation, including a spacious yard and a welcoming front patio courtyard complete with a built-in barbecue and lounge areaideal for hosting family and friends or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Additional highlights include full two-car garage, providing ample parking and storage. Surrounded by some of Northern California's most celebrated outdoor recreation, the property offers easy access to world-class hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Whether you're seeking a peaceful primary residence, a weekend escape, or an investment in one of Marin County's most sought-after communities, 185 Tamal Road offers an exceptional opportunity to experience the best of West Marin living.
A rare creek-side sanctuary in the heart of the San Geronimo Valley, this gated estate offers the perfect blend of privacy, sunshine, flexibility, and natural beauty on just over one acre of level land. Set along one of the most picturesque stretches of the San Geronimo Creek, the property features a beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath main residence, a detached 1-bedroom / 1-bath loft-style ADU, plus a separate detached art studio and workshop ideal for guests, creative pursuits, or work-from-home living. The main home showcases a contemporary modern open floor plan filled with natural light and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A spacious great room anchors the home, complemented by a separate den/family room, dry sauna, and a private primary suite that opens directly to a wraparound deck overlooking the creek and lush natural gardens. Outside, enchanting gardens, sun-drenched patios, and winding pathways lead you through the property to the tranquil creek frontage, creating a truly magical setting for entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying the beauty of West Marin living. With all-day sun, exceptional privacy, and versatile living spaces, this is a one-of-a-kind legacy property in one of Marin County's most beloved valley communities. This is truly a destination retreat property, offering the ideal balance of Northern California living for both indoor and outdoor entertaining. All this is just minutes from downtown Fairfax and at the gate way to some of West Marin's best parks, beaches, and open space preserves, offering easy access to some of the county's best hiking, biking and riding trails in the Bay Area.
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