Offer date 10/30 at 10am - In 1958, Douglas Buckner, a Berkeley architecture grad, dreamed of building a house of his own design. Thanks to the GI Bill, he purchased an expansive wooded lot in Montclair, when the area was still relatively unpopulated to make his mid-century modern dreams come true focusing on functionality, clean lines, and good bones. The trees on the lot are incorporated in every view through windows on 3 sides of the house, bringing nature inside with a glorious view of the Bay, Bridges, Islands & the City through the western windows. After traveling abroad, he brought his wife Ginger back to this home and together they raised 2 children creating meaningful memories along the way. The house accommodated them all with its spacious 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The open kitchen/living/dining room, with its wood floors, open beam ceilings, and iconic cone fireplace is the space that saw 4 generations of the Buckner family gather for holidays, birthdays, and family meals. Through the glass doors, the broad deck extends the living space for outdoor entertainment, star gazing, and dreaming. A plethora of storage and level parking to boot on this .4 acre lot perfect for exploring and tree houses! For the 1st time since its inception, the Buckner house is being offered for sale; a chance to create your own traditions, make your own heartfelt memories, and become the next chapter in the story of this remarkable home.
Montclair
Tucked away in the wooded hills and winding streets above Oakland, Montclair is a small community with an appealing central shopping district. Sizable custom homes, along with a mix of Mediterranean, Craftsman, and contemporary-style homes are situated on forested lots, offering an elegant retreat from the city. The Montclair Business District is a throwback to a simpler time before strip malls, megamalls, and big-box stores. Residents can find everything they need, from dry cleaning and groceries to restaurants and great (CruFit) fitness options. Local restaurant favorites include the Montclair Egg Shop, Daughter Thai Kitchen, Perle Wine Bar and Crogan’s Montclair Restaurant. Gourmet specialty items are available at Le Bonbon, and Farmstead Wine and Cheese. A farmers market on Sundays provides fresh local produce and baked goods. Montclair is home to fine-arts festivals throughout the year and a jazz festival in the late summer that enlivens the street scene.
Crufit - https://crufit.net/
Daughter Thai Kitchen - http://www.daughterthai.com/
Perla Wine Bar - https://www.perlewinebar.com/
Sunday Farmer’s Market - https://www.yelp.com/biz/montclair-village-farmers-market-oakland
East Bay Regional Parks - https://www.ebparks.org/
