305 Verandah AvenueNovato, CA 94945Price: $860,000

Completed in 2021, 305 Verandah has a clean, contemporary aesthetic; high ceilings, crisp finishes, abundant natural light and a vertical floor plan that culminates in a rooftop terrace overlooking the rolling Novato hills. The ground level provides direct access from the attached garage and entry. One level up, southeast exposure brings light into the main living space throughout the day. High ceilings and recessed lighting add to the openness, while the kitchen is understated and beautifully finished with quartz countertops, a Bertazzoni suite of stainless steel appliances; an electric range, dishwasher and built-in microwave. A guest room on this level can easily serve as a private home office. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms are both en- suite, with a laundry closet conveniently located nearby. The primary suite features a spacious walk-in closet, dual sinks, a large shower and separate water closet. One more level up is perhaps the best surprise: a rooftop terrace with a wet bar and views across the rolling hills. It's a wonderful extension of the living space, whether an evening with friends, morning coffee or yoga al fresco. Solar, split-system heating and cooling, fire sprinklers and newer construction add modern efficiency and ease and the location makes getting around remarkably simple, with quick access to Highway 101, Trader Joe's and downtown Novato, and Petaluma just a short drive north.