A Soulful Craftsman Reimagined for Effortless, Everyday Living

Welcome to 562 Alta Way—where timeless architecture meets warmth, character, and a style that feels like home.

Built in 2003 and reimagined in 2022, this modern craftsman blends timeless architecture with a fresh design. With 5 beds and 3.5 baths spanning 3,900± square feet, the home feels warm, intentional, and beautifully tied to its setting. Designed in collaboration with architect Nick Polansky (of Fjord Sauna, Sausalito) and landscape designed with OR.CA Living—natural finishes, layered textures, and bold accents flow throughout to create a retreat that feels grounded, inviting, and full of character.

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Light filled living spaces that make a statement.

Vaulted ceilings, oak floors, and sculptural lighting set the stage. The formal living room—with its Nero Marquina marble fireplace and custom bookcases—makes a striking first impression, a space meant for quiet mornings or gatherings that feel a little more special.

The family room, centered on a Bianco Venatino fireplace, opens directly to the kitchen, keeping the flow natural for everyday living. Flooded with light, it’s the hub of the home—easy for casual evenings, working at the counter, or friends drifting in from the backyard.

A kitchen designed for everyday ease and living beautifully.

The kitchen was designed for real life—beautiful, durable, and grounded in natural materials. Created with Nick Polansky, it balances function and artistry: Calacatta Paonazzo marble and a Venetian plaster range hood pair with custom white oak cabinetry by WorkHorse, deVol brass hardware, and lighting from Audo Copenhagen and Allied Maker. Built-in inserts, hidden outlets, and under-cabinet lighting keep everything streamlined and practical. It’s a space made for cooking, gathering, and the everyday rituals that make a house feel like home.

A dining room with personality.

Just off the kitchen, Sandberg wallpaper, Farrow & Ball trim, and a leather chandelier bring character and contrast. Whether it’s a casual weeknight meal or a long dinner that stretches late into the evening, this room makes it feel special.

A backyard that makes everyday feel like the weekend.

Doors from the kitchen open to a backyard designed by OR.CA Living, where terraced native plantings, redwood decking, and clay brick pathways create spaces to gather and unwind. Raised garden beds overflow with herbs for farm-to-table meals, while brass LED lighting brings a soft glow after dark. A cement pad, already prepped for a hot tub, hints at evenings under the stars.

Bedrooms that breathe and spaces that adapt to every stage of life.

The upstairs is designed as a retreat. The primary suite includes two walk-in closets, a private patio, and a serene bath with soaking tub, double vanities, and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms share a hall bath and their own patio, while thoughtful finishes—Herman Miller lighting and pops of color—add personality. The laundry room, drenched in deep moody blue, is both functional and striking.

The lower level adds versatility with two bedrooms, a full bath, and a flexible space that adapts with you—perfect for guests, an au pair, a media lounge with wet bar and mini fridge, or even a future ADU. As life evolves, so does the function.

Rooted in community, surrounded by nature.

At the end of a quiet street, framed by greenery, 562 Alta Way stands with the presence of a true Mill Valley craftsman. The brown-shingle exterior with black trim nods to tradition, while its location next to open space creates a true neighborhood feel—where kids ride bikes, neighbors linger, and afternoons slow down.

At 562 Alta Way—Mill Valley is home.

562 Alta Way puts you right in the heart of Mill Valley life. Set beside open space and minutes from trailheads, you can be on Mount Tam, Tennessee Valley, or at the edge of the Pacific before your morning coffee. Muir Beach is just about 13 minutes away, and the Tennessee Valley trailhead is under 10. A mile down the road, Eastwood Park has it all—dog park, playground, basketball, and even pickleball courts. Life here feels serene and close to nature, yet deeply connected to community.

Downtown is just over the hill—dinner at Piazza D’Angelo or Playa, cocktails at Corner Bar, a show at the Sweetwater. Local staples like Equator Coffee, Hook Fish Co., The Junction, and Good Earth make everyday errands feel easy. And with quick access to Highway 1 and 101, weekends stretch from San Francisco to Stinson and beyond.

It’s the Mill Valley life people dream about—rooted in nature, wrapped in community, and effortlessly lived at Alta Way.