A Nautical-Inspired Home With Unrivaled Views of the San Francisco Bay Asks $3.7M

From the inside, oculus windows and floor-to-ceiling glass doors help create the illusion that the three-story dwelling is actually floating on the water it overlooks.
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Location: 2027 Paradise Drive, Tiburon, California

Price: $3,695,000

Year Built: 1978

Footprint: 2,095 square feet (three bedrooms, three baths)

From the agent: "Situated on one of the most coveted residential waterfront parcels to sought-after downtown Tiburon, this recently renovated timeless home is equipped to satisfy the most discriminating buyers. The extensively remodeled three-bedroom, three-bath home has intimate unobstructed water and Angel Island views and is one of the finest residential waterfront settings one can find. Designed with the California lifestyle in mind, perfect for entertaining and comfortable living, there is unexpected privacy considering its convenient location and your own Bay access."

The entrance to the home at 2027 Paradise Drive in Tiburon, California, is marked by an outdoor staircase to the left of a two-car garage at street level. A simple archway hints at the recurring motif throughout the home.

The entrance to the home at 2027 Paradise Drive in Tiburon, California, is marked by an outdoor staircase to the left of a two-car garage at street level. A simple archway hints at the recurring motif throughout the home.

A curved, glass door and oval window at the entrance further establish the home’s nautical feel.

A curved, glass door and oval window at the entrance further establish the home’s nautical feel.

Floor-to-ceiling glass doors and skylights connect the open living room to the deck, which looks out onto the San Francisco Bay.

Floor-to-ceiling glass doors and skylights connect the open living room to the deck, which looks out onto the San Francisco Bay.

Hardwood floors continue throughout the recently remodeled home, which was originally built in 1978.

Hardwood floors continue throughout the recently remodeled home, which was originally built in 1978.

The arch motif continues into the open kitchen and dining area.

The arch motif continues into the open kitchen and dining area.

The open living room is anchored by a full-height fireplace.

The open living room is anchored by a full-height fireplace.

A mezzanine level incorporates nautical details such as a porthole-inspired mirror. This floor includes a full bath and can be used as a family room or third sleeping area.

A mezzanine level incorporates nautical details such as a porthole-inspired mirror. This floor includes a full bath and can be used as a family room or third sleeping area.

The lower level of the three-story home includes two bedrooms, two baths, and a gym/laundry room.

The lower level of the three-story home includes two bedrooms, two baths, and a gym/laundry room.

The principal bedroom opens to a private deck overlooking the bay.

The principal bedroom opens to a private deck overlooking the bay.

A picture window in one shower frames views of Angel Island.

A picture window in one shower frames views of Angel Island.

A glassed-in terrace with a barbecue connects to the sunroom and open living area.

A glassed-in terrace with a barbecue connects to the sunroom and open living area.

The 2,095-square-foot residence at 2027 Paradise Drive "allows for paddleboarding or kayaking from your very own home," says the listing agent.

The 2,095-square-foot residence at 2027 Paradise Drive "allows for paddleboarding or kayaking from your very own home," says the listing agent.

2027 Paradise Drive in Tiburon, California, is currently listed for $3,695,000 by Josh Burns of Sotheby's International Realty - San Francisco Brokerage.

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