Period charm meets modern living in this beautifully restored historic property with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Outdoor space includes an expansive deck, dinning areas off the kitchen, and meandering gardens. With tall ceilings and hardwood flooring throughout, a large living room opens to the patio; while a gracious dining room with fireplace invites long, lingering meals. Updated open concept kitchen with modern appliances, central island, eat-in dining, and adjacent family room with fireplace and custom cabinetry. Upstairs are three large bedrooms + two baths, creating an uber functional floorplan. Property sale includes two adjacent vacant lots, providing ample space and privacy--or ripe for creating your own garden, play space or extended outdoor oasis. Known by the local historical society as the Hillside Retreat, this graceful property is a serene space in the sought-after Gerstle Park neighborhood near downtown San Rafael.