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Listed by Julia A Bernardini • Compass
$ 35,000
New
162 Throckmorton AVE Mill Valley, CA 94941
4 Beds
5 Baths
3,950 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
Square Footage 3,950 sqft
MLS Listing ID 326033466
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 5
Construction Status Updated/Remodeled
HOA Y/N Yes
Year Built 2009
Lot Size 0.284 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
One & 1/2 blocks from the heart of downtown Mill Valley, the iconic Dwell House lives like a private resort, yet sits moments from a vibrant downtown, an exceptionally uncommon pairing. Discovered in the 1990s as a modest cottage, the home became the creative foundation for Dwell & was later reimagined through a thoughtful collaboration between the founder, Lara Deam & architect Christopher C. Deam, who were guided by a vision of modern design, simplicity, & a deep connection to the way one lives. Admirers have likened the home to both a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired composition and a Japanese pagoda, an architectural presence that is at once grounded, serene, & quietly striking. The home offers a rare sense of walkable, almost urban convenience, morning coffee, groceries, the bookstore, and Old Mill School all moments away, yet unfolds as a private, hidden retreat. Tucked into a lush, courtyard-like garden, the property is thoughtfully sited to create a sense of seclusion, with two hidden courtyards & a kitchen deck offering multiple escapes from the rhythm of town. Clerestory windows wrap the home, diffusing it with natural light, while most of the living spaces orient toward a sunny, landscaped garden and lap pool. The design is both striking and deeply warm, floors of rich, black-stained Brazilian cherry, blackened cedar, Carrara marble, & clean, trimless lines, bring a balance to the refined palette. A dramatic 13' pivot door opens to a garden where the landscape becomes an extension of the interior, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that defines both everyday living & effortless entertaining. A beautifully appointed kitchen anchors daily life, centered around a sculptural 14' reclaimed CA walnut island & equipped with integrated appliances by Sub-Zero, Miele, Gaggenau, & Dacor. The living spaces, warmed by a wood-burning fireplace, open fluidly to the outdoors, equally suited to quiet evenings and larger gatherings. A dedicated sauna introduces a wellness element, while outside, a resort-like setting unfolds with a 13.5 x 35 foot lap pool, exquisite gardens, a fire pit, and a separate 440-sq.ft. custom European white oak studio ideal for a 4th BR suite, guests, work, or creative pursuits. Despite its downtown location, the home offers the convenience of 2 parking spaces tucked within a private courtyard, complete with EV charger. Have the best of both worlds. Available for the first time for a 6-12-month mostly furnished lease on July 1st
Location
State CA
County Marin
Area Mill Valley
Rooms
Kitchen Island, Marble Counter
Interior
Heating Central, Radiant
Cooling None
Flooring Wood
Exterior
Parking Features EV Charging, Side-by-Side, Uncovered Parking Space
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Lap, Pool House
Community Features No
Utilities Available Public
Building
Story 2
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Level or Stories 2
Construction Status Updated/Remodeled
Others
Senior Community No
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