Casual elegance abounds in Oakland hillside Contemporary

Twice a week, The Chronicle features a home on the market that caught our eye for its architecture, history or character. Two master suites, a bevy of outdoor areas and superlative views define this Contemporary home on nearly an acre at the end of a cul-de-sac. A tile courtyard has established trees shading drought-tolerant plants and leads to the five-bedroom home’s level entry. The sunken dining room off the foyer is between a sunbathed great room and a living room with raised marble fireplace and view terrace. A west-facing master suite includes lawn and patio access, as well as a spa bathroom with jetted tub. A courtyard and several patios are among the outdoor spaces, capped off by a terraced redwood deck descending to a hillside lawn.