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4950 Maddocks Rd, Sebastopol - $5,500,000
5 beds, 3 baths, 2,600 square feet. Year built: 1980.
Exterior. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Approaching the main house, you see this lake with a boat dock, some chairs, and maybe a canoe or two. I'm already sold because it's not that this is just a lake - it's a private lake. You won't wander out with your coffee in the morning to find tourists splashing around (unless you let them). Click to explore the outside a bit more...
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Lake. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Looking at the lake from this side, you can tell how inviting the water would be to take a relaxing row on during a warm day. Scroll to sit on the dock...
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Lake. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Rowing can be too much like exercise, so for those who are interested in the lake as a place to relax, this chair is inviting. We're not ready to leave the lake yet, click to see just one more view...
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Lake. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
It gets hot in Sonoma County, but this pagoda (and fire pit for the evenings) ensures you can relax and enjoy the view no matter what they barometer says. Scroll to get to the house...
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Exterior. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
As long as you like hiking (climbing) the lake still makes this home worth it. Click to (finally) see the inside...
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Casual living room. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Stepping into the house from the back patio, the custom wood ceilings and walls make this living room feel like a vacation cabin - and that's a good thing. Scroll to see how open this room feels...
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Casual living room. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Just in case you wanted to look at the lake again, or just the outside in general, these custom windows work to bring the outside in, while still letting you relax without worrying about bugs, a sunburn, or inclement weather. Click to get a better idea of how spacious this room really is...
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Casual living room. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
The recessed lighting above the wall of windows will give this surprisingly long room plenty of light in the evening hours. From here, you can see the dining area and another, smaller, seating area. Scroll to take a closer look...
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Dining area. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
While you could certainly have a formal dinner here, the Spanish tile and open space make it feel like a casual area; a good space for families and guests alike. Click to take a look at the (somewhat hidden) seating area...
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Sitting area. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
This sitting area is more intimate,and set up to be more conducive to conversation or a few hours of uninterrupted reading - there are no televisions or other electronic distractions, but there is a cozy gas fireplace to keep the room warm. Scroll to get a better view...
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Sitting area. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
There's another reason this room 'feels' so welcoming; there;'s a collection of woven wool rugs underfoot to break up the single color of the tile floor and help keep noise down. Click to head back to the kitchen...
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Kitchen. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Though it may be expected for an estate of this size to have a large chef's kitchen with high-end appliances, this camp-like scullery is the best fit. With so much to do and se outside, meals may not be high on the list of things to spend time on. Scroll to see the master bedroom...
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Master bedroom. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Camp-like or not, this master suite places an importance on comfort. I can definitely get behind that. Click to get another view of this custom ceiling...
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Master bedroom. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
The cathedral ceiling, custom windows, and of course - the view, all complement each other, resulting in a well put together, harmonious room. Scroll to get a look at the bathroom...
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Master bathroom. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Okay, there's not a whole lot to see in the bathroom - but outside of the window is another matter. Before we get distracted by the lake, click through to check out a guest bedroom...
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Guest bedroom. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
This guest bedroom is a smaller version of the master bedroom, but instead of a television, it has a door leading to the deck. Before we head there, though, there's a few more things to see inside. Scroll to see another guest room...
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Guest bedroom. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
This guest bedroom is as roomy as a master suite, and is set up with a den next to it. It would make a great accommodation for a guest who's on a 'working vacation' (yes, they're a thing). Click to see the den part...
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Den area. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Things have to get done, and I can't imagine a nicer environment to send emails from. Of course, I'd rather be at the lake, and I bet most other people feel the same way. In fact, let's head outside once more - scroll to see the deck...
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Deck. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
While fairly minimalist right now, you can see from the surrounding bench that there's plenty of room for people to congregate out here. If it gets too crowded, scroll to see where guests might go next...
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Hot tub. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
The only luxurious thing about this hot tub is the surroundings, and actually...that's decadent enough. But there are only three bedrooms in the house - where are all these guests going to stay? Click for a quick look at the guest house...
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Guest house. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
There's a two story guest house with a garage on the property, so plenty of room for your guests - and guests of your guests. Scroll through to see one of the outdoor activities they may want to take part in...
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Golf. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
There's a custom 9-hole course on the property, and the best part is that you don't have to reserve a tee time. Golf not your thing? Click to see what else is going on...
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Tennis court. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Golf and tennis both take a ton of concentration, but tennis has always struck me as the more athletic endeavor out of the two. Of course, I'm bad at both, so you'd find me lounging at the lake. Though a stroll around the grounds probably would be healthy; scroll to see where you could wander off to...
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Bridge. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
With over 25 acres to explore, there are plenty of lovely areas to escape to. Click to see where crossing this bridge will take you...
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Waterfall. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
...to an area to sit and rest while listening to the sounds of water tumbling over rocks. But wait? I did say there were chickens, right? Scroll to check out the coop...
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Chicken coop. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
The chickens were camera shy, but the coop was not. There's still plenty to explore, but let's call it a day. Click to find where you can rest your legs with a glass of Pinot as evening approaches...
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Fire pit. (Photo courtesy of Vanguard Properties)
Back by the lake, of course, under the pagoda with the fire pit on.