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120 El Centro

  • Diablo, CA
  • $2,599,000

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Nestled within the exclusive Diablo Country Club, this rare, original cottage, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Designed in 1917 by renowned architect Arthur Benton in Cape Cod Colonial style, it was thoughtfully renovated in 2015 & again in 2022, preserving its character while adding contemporary comforts. The gourmet kitchen features soapstone countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, & an open layout that flows into the dining & sitting areas, overlooking the lush backyard. The main level includes a formal living room with a brick fireplace & a private primary suite with a spa-inspired bath & expansive walk-in closet. Upstairs, 2 spacious bedrooms & a full bathroom are bathed in natural light. Throughout the home, you'll find exquisite craftsmanship with hardwood floors, wainscoting, crown molding, & custom built-ins. The outdoor retreat includes paved brick walkways & manicured landscaping. Additional highlights include a private home office & a spacious 3-car tandem garage, Tesla charger & built-in Generac generator--combining functionality with peace of mind. This home offers both tranquility & convenience, with easy access to premier amenities at DCC, world-class biking & hiking on Mt. Diablo while located in top-rated SRV school district.
Nestled within the exclusive Diablo Country Club, this rare, original cottage, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Designed in 1917 by renowned architect Arthur Benton in Cape Cod Colonial style, it was thoughtfully renovated in 2015 & again in 2022, preserving its character while adding contemporary comforts. The gourmet kitchen features soapstone countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, & an open layout that flows into the dining & sitting areas, overlooking the lush backyard. The main level includes a formal living room with a brick fireplace & a private primary suite with a spa-inspired bath & expansive walk-in closet. Upstairs, 2 spacious bedrooms & a full bathroom are bathed in natural light. Throughout the home, you'll find exquisite craftsmanship with hardwood floors, wainscoting, crown molding, & custom built-ins. The outdoor retreat includes paved brick walkways & manicured landscaping. Additional highlights include a private home office & a spacious 3-car tandem garage, Tesla charger & built-in Generac generator--combining functionality with peace of mind. This home offers both tranquility & convenience, with easy access to premier amenities at DCC, world-class biking & hiking on Mt. Diablo while located in top-rated SRV school district.
Nestled within the exclusive Diablo Country Club, this rare, original cottage, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Designed in 1917 by renowned architect Arthur Benton in Cape Cod Colonial style, it was thoughtfully renovated in 2015 & again in 2022, preserving its character while adding contemporary comforts. The gourmet kitchen features soapstone countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, & an open layout that flows into the dining & sitting areas, overlooking the lush backyard. The main level includes a formal living room with a brick fireplace & a private primary suite with a spa-inspired bath & expansive walk-in closet. Upstairs, 2 spacious bedrooms & a full bathroom are bathed in natural light. Throughout the home, you'll find exquisite craftsmanship with hardwood floors, wainscoting, crown molding, & custom built-ins. The outdoor retreat includes paved brick walkways & manicured landscaping. Additional highlights include a private home office & a spacious 3-car tandem garage, Tesla charger & built-in Generac generator--combining functionality with peace of mind. This home offers both tranquility & convenience, with easy access to premier amenities at DCC, world-class biking & hiking on Mt. Diablo while located in top-rated SRV school district.
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1917

1917

Year Built

4

4

Total Bedrooms

2

2

Total Bathrooms

2,099

2,099

Sq.Ft.

Living Space

10,000

10,000

Sq.Ft.

Lot Size

3.0

3.0

Garage Spaces

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Interior

Total Bedrooms

4

Total Bathrooms

2

Full Bathrooms

2

Laundry room

Laundry Closet, In Unit, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl

Flooring

Hardwood, Carpet

Fireplace

Gas Starter, Living Room

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator

Other Interior Features

Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Storage, Stone Counters, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
01

Exterior & Building

Stories

2

Garage Spaces

3.0

Water Source

Public

Pool

None

Roof

Composition Shingles

Lot Features

Court, Level, Landscape Front, Private, Landscape Back

Parking

Detached, Side Yard Access

Heat Type

Forced Air

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Sewer

Public Sewer

Other Exterior Features

Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Storage, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
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Lot & Area

Status

Inactive

Living Area

2,099 Sq.Ft.

Lot Size

10,000 Sq.Ft.

MLS® ID

41092680

Type

Residential

Year Built

1917

Neighborhood

Diablo

Architecture Styles

Cape Cod
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Finance

Sales Price

$2,599,000

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Diablo

A prestigious micro-community that sits at the base of Mount Diablo.

Welcome to Diablo

Nestled between Danville and Blackhawk, Diablo is a prestigious micro-community that sits at the base of Mount Diablo, for which it is named. It was established in the early 1900s as a summer vacation spot for wealthy San Francisco residents who wanted to escape the fog. In 1912 Robert Noble Burgess purchased Oakwood Stock Farm and transformed it into a summer resort: the Mount Diablo Park Club. It was Burgess’s vision to create “A Community with an Ideal,” and it was not long before Diablo had become a hot-spot for upper-class tourists. In 1916, four special trains dubbed the “Millionaire Special” brought prospective buyers to what is now Diablo Country Club; local newspapers reported that more than 600 prospects came that day. The San Francisco and Oakland society pages often featured articles about the parties and dances held at the Mt. Diablo Park Club.

Burgess hired Jack Neville and William Watson, the architects of Pebble Beach and The Olympic Club to build the Diablo Country Club golf course. The course is well-suited to both walkers and electric carts, and features spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and Mt. Diablo. It has served as the host to Professional Exhibitions, the Northern California Open Championship, USGA Amateur Championship qualifiers and US Senior Open Qualifiers.

Diablo Country Club is known as a place of recreation and relaxation, with state of the art amenities, while also celebrating the Club’s rich history and heritage. The Club is in the process of renovating its entire golf course, building a three story family activities and wellness center, and refurbishing its historic Clubhouse. Although Diablo is no longer the only country club in the valley, it has a uniqueness and a history unrivaled among communities in the East Bay.

Today the Diablo community is occupied by nearly 1,000 people of all ages and exquisite homes. It is served by the San Ramon Valley Unified School District, and is also home to The Athenian School. The Athenian School is a selective college preparatory and boarding school that is ranked the #1 school in Contra Costa County, 106th on the 2020 list of the best private high schools in America, the 28th best boarding school, and 8th highest SAT score of any boarding school in the United States.


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Welcome to Diablo Nestled between Danville and Blackhawk, Diablo is a prestigious micro-community that sits at the base of Mount Diablo, for which it is named. It was established in the early 1900s as a summer vacation spot for wealthy San Francisco residents who wanted to escape the fog. In 1912 Robert Noble Burgess purchased Oakwood Stock Farm and transformed it into a summer resort: the Mount Diablo Park Club. It was Burgess’s vision to create “A Community with an Ideal,” and it was not long before Diablo had become a hot-spot for upper-class tourists. In 1916, four special trains dubbed the “Millionaire Special” brought prospective buyers to what is now Diablo Country Club; local newspapers reported that more than 600 prospects came that day. The San Francisco and Oakland society pages often featured articles about the parties and dances held at the Mt. Diablo Park Club. Burgess hired Jack Neville and William Watson, the architects of Pebble Beach and The Olympic Club to build the Diablo Country Club golf course. The course is well-suited to both walkers and electric carts, and features spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and Mt. Diablo. It has served as the host to Professional Exhibitions, the Northern California Open Championship, USGA Amateur Championship qualifiers and US Senior Open Qualifiers. Diablo Country Club is known as a place of recreation and relaxation, with state of the art amenities, while also celebrating the Club’s rich history and heritage. The Club is in the process of renovating its entire golf course, building a three story family activities and wellness center, and refurbishing its historic Clubhouse. Although Diablo is no longer the only country club in the valley, it has a uniqueness and a history unrivaled among communities in the East Bay. Today the Diablo community is occupied by nearly 1,000 people of all ages and exquisite homes. It is served by the San Ramon Valley Unified School District, and is also home to The Athenian School. The Athenian School is a selective college preparatory and boarding school that is ranked the #1 school in Contra Costa County, 106th on the 2020 list of the best private high schools in America, the 28th best boarding school, and 8th highest SAT score of any boarding school in the United States. Search All Homes
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The award-winning founder of the Khrista Jarvis Team, Khrista Jarvis Diebner is a highly experienced real estate professional with an impressive career spanning over 25 years, amassing over $3 billion in total career sales.

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