Historical charm meets modern convenience in this bright, flowing 3 bedroom, 3 bath Old Mountain View home
Once home to James Harvey Cochran who served as the Mountain View Mayor between 1922 and 1926 and helped draft the Mountain View city charter
On the historic register and therefore enjoys Mills Act benefits
Built in 1912 and completely renovated in 2011 with numerous green features including state-of-the-art insulation, solar panels, a gray-water system, and tankless instant water heaters
Outstanding location on a corner lot just blocks to Castro Street shopping and dining
Approximately 2,479 square feet of living space
A fenced front yard with large paver stone patio and lush gardens precedes the inviting front porch and entrance
Through double glass doors, the living room features wide windows overlooking the grounds, handsome built in shelving, wiring for media, gorgeous dark hued hardwood floors which continue throughout the home, decorative light fixtures, lighted ceiling fan, fresh interior painting, and easy access to the dining room and kitchen
Just off the living room, a peaceful sunroom/parlor offers space for relaxation or office needs looking out over the gardens
Bright dining room with front- and side-facing windows and direct access to the driveway through a convenient side entrance
Bedroom 1, just off the living room, with wide side-facing window, lighted ceiling fan, and walk-in closet
Large, open kitchen with walkthrough pantry providing ample storage, freshly painted cabinetry topped in tile beneath two pendant lights, full-height backsplashes, recessed lighting, windows overlooking the rear grounds, door to the covered veranda, and generous casual dining area with built-in banquette seating
Appliances included: Frigidaire refrigerator, O’Keefe and Merritt stovetop and oven, and two Kenmore dishwashers
Hall bath serving the main living areas with ornate floating sink and large tiled shower with handheld spray
Family room with vaulted ceiling, lighted ceiling fan, and door to the rear yard
Bedroom 2 with large walk-in closet and direct access to a bathroom with laundry area
Bathroom with basin sink, wall of windows, and deep jetted tub
The expansive master bedroom suite fills the entire upper level with vaulted ceilings, contemporary chandelier, two walls of windows for ample natural light, door to a spacious private patio, and separate room ideal for sitting area, office or nursery; the en suite bath features a wide pedestal sink with adjacent vanity counter, tile-appointed shower with handheld spray and bench seating, separate commode room, and walk-in closet
Gorgeous wraparound grounds with lush landscaping, stretch of level lawn, covered veranda, and paver stone patio encircled in beautiful gardens
The expansive covered veranda features a gas fireplace, gas and electrical outlets, water hookup, shelving, and ceiling fan
Detached 3-car garage with large storage area
A large partially finished basement provides plenty of space for storage or potential wine cellar
Lot size of approximately 10,462 square feet
Highly desirable location just blocks to Castro Street shopping and dining, Eagle and Pioneer Parks, Mountain View Public Library, and the Mountain View community garden
Top-rated Mountain View schools: Landels Elementary, Graham Middle School, Los Altos High School (buyer to confirm enrollment)
