A 3-acre garden on a "hogback" surrounds the carefully placed 1905 house designed by Bernard Maybeck. Vintage native oaks frame views of Mount Tamalpais. Two coast live oaks are particularly grand and are named (by the owner) "General Fremont" and "Mrs. Fremont." They are surrounded by Chasmanthe plants and when they are in bloom (red-orange), it is hummingbird heaven. After the Sudden Oak Death pathogen destroyed many oaks in Marin County and notably in this garden, the owner took the opportunity to create new vignettes, always trying not to stress the remaining oaks. Now winding paths lead to ponds, a waterfall, a golf pitch, climbing roses (including the famous 'Kiftsgate'), a succulent garden, a bee hive, and a micro-farm that generates produce for the owner's daughter, who is also a chef.

Open Days 2024:  Saturday, May 4
Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.