One house from the end of a country lane this 4 bedroom 2 bath home is sited on a private sun-drenched lot capturing the essence of relaxed California living. Built in 1947 this charming bungalow is set up off the road with ideal privacy offering approximately 2467 sq. ft of cheerfully updated interiors. On the main level the living room with bay window & fireplace has formal entry & seating alcove. The updated sky-lit kitchen is adjacent to the dining area with easy indoor/outdoor access opening almost level out onto a paved trellis covered patio area, the perfect setting for al-fresco meals. The main level also includes 2 bedrooms w/one that accesses a view deck a perfect vantage point to enjoy a morning coffee. With a separate entrance, the lower level includes 2 bedrooms and full bath, all the fixings for a kitchen, a living room/family room with a fireplace and laundry all serving a multitude of options for either guests, live-in au-pair, ideal home office suite or a second unit. Railroad tie steps in the back yard lead up through terraced garden areas. It is easy to imagine a life here in this neighborhood called Old San Rafael where back in the day open fields of orchards were all around. Now it's a thriving area of commerce and shopping and easy access to commuting.