This charming and handsomely shingled 4-bedroom home is a rare and wonderful find in Oakland’s desirable Grand Lake neighborhood, known for its vibrant shopping and dining district and farmers’ markets. 559 Crofton Avenue has it all – location, views, a lush garden, decks for entertaining, a large master suite, and a cozy au pair apartment with private entrance.

From the inviting porch and entry, it is clear that this 1912 classic was lovingly maintained by owners who embraced the traditional beauty of hardwood floors, coved ceilings, built-ins, wainscoting, and clawfoot tubs. The kitchen and bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated with granite counters, lighting, tile, and stainless steel appliances such as a Viking stove.

Remarkable for its generous square footage, 559 Crofton includes an office on the first level, a light-filled master suite and deck on the second level, and an eat-in kitchen that flows seamlessly to a broad back deck overlooking a manicured lawn, mature oak tree, elegant wisteria, and raised garden beds. Hosting a barbeque or spring cocktail party couldn’t be easier!

What you don’t grow in your edible garden, buy at the nearby Grand Lake farmers’ market every Saturday for organic produce and artisanal cheese, or dine out at one of Lakeshore or Grand Avenue’s many highly-acclaimed restaurants and catch a movie at the historic Grand Lake Theater.