This 4500+ sq ft four-story Victorian is one of the largest homes available in the area. It is nestled in Alameda’s coveted Gold Coast—just around the corner from Franklin Park, charming neighborhood shops, and a cozy café. With room to spare and nooks galore, it’s the perfect home base for large family gatherings, multi-generational trips, or anyone who appreciates having both togetherness and a quiet corner to themselves.<br /><br /><b>The space</b><br />8+ bedrooms with flexible sleeping arrangements.<br /><br />6 bathrooms<br /><br />Over 4500 sq ft of restored Victorian architecture.<br /><br />Multiple living rooms and retreat spaces.<br /><br />Two fully equipped kitchens <br /><br />Private, family-friendly neighborhood in the heart of Alameda.<br /><br />Easy access to San Francisco (30 min), Oakland (12 min), and Levi's Stadium (50-60 min).<br /><br />Minutes from beaches, parks, cafes, and the SF ferry.<br /><br />First Floor: Cozy Gathering Spaces<br />Spacious eat-in kitchen featuring a Blue Star range with two ovens and a grill—perfect for family breakfasts or big celebratory dinners. Flowing double parlors offer room for everyone, whether you’re curling up by the gas fireplace, settling into a comfy chair with a book, or gathering around the Steinway piano for music and memories. The formal dining room, complete with its own fireplace, invites long, lingering meals. Tucked under the staircase, you’ll even find a secret playroom—a magical hideaway for little explorers. A convenient half-bathroom rounds out the main floor.<br /><br />Dining -<br />The property offers multiple dining and gathering areas, including the main dining room, breakfast nook, Garden Apartment dining space, and outdoor seating areas. Additional folding dining tables and chairs are available for larger group meals and celebrations.<br /><br />Second Floor: <br />Upstairs, four comfortable bedrooms create a warm retreat for the night. The prumary suite features a king size bed and a serene bathroom with a separate tub and shower and a bidet. Bedroom 2 offers a queen bed and shares a Jack and Jill bathroom with bedroom 3.<br />Bedroom 3 includes a full-size loft bed and Jack and Jill bathroom with tub/shower. Bedroom 4 offers a peaceful queen bed with soft, natural light. A hallway bathroom with shower and a washer/dryer keep things easy and family friendly.<br /><br />Attic Suite: <br />The finished attic feels like its own little world. A queen bed sits beneath the skylights. Step through an arched doorway into the whimsical turret room, where a little sitting area creates a nook for kids. A single floor mattress sits near another skylight that opens onto a small balcony with sweeping treetop views. The attic also features a daybed that easily converts into two twin beds. A full bathroom makes the attic a truly self-contained suite.<br /><br />The Garden Apartment (3 bedrooms, separate kitchen & laundry)<br /><br />The garden apartment has its own entrance while still connecting to the main house through the upstairs kitchen—ideal for larger groups, families needing extra bedrooms, or guests craving a bit more privacy.<br /><br />Kitchen – <br />A sleek, modern kitchen with smooth concrete countertops and warm bamboo cabinetry—stylish enough for adults, durable enough for kids. Cook with ease using the Bosch dishwasher, microwave, fully stocked cookware, and coffee grinder. Large windows overlook the peaceful back garden.<br /><br />Living Space –<br />Polished concrete floors with radiant heat keep toes warm. The open living area features a projection home theater with Disney+, Netflix, AppleTV and more — perfect for family movie nights, quiet mornings, or keeping the kids occupied while you sip your coffee. The oversized leather sectional welcomes book lovers, and loungers. A tucked-away washer/dryer keeps laundry from taking over your vacation.<br /><br />King Bedroom –<br />Drift off in a Ralph Lauren leather sleigh bed with an organic latex mattress. Soft natural light and a view of the front garden make this room a quiet retreat.<br /><br />Queen Bedroom –<br />This flexible space features a comfy European Sleep Works mattress on a Murphy bed, so you can reclaim the floor for playtime or yoga (yoga mats provided). The front garden view adds a splash of calm.<br /><br />Full Bedroom – <br />A cozy full bed, surrounded by thoughtfully chosen toys and books, creates a perfect nook for little ones to play and wind down.<br /><br />Bathroom Spa <br />Step into your own private spa retreat. This beautifully designed bathroom centers around a luxurious steam shower featuring two shower heads and stadium-style benches in a plate glass enclosure. Bamboo cabinetry, a Toto bidet toilet, and an artistic concrete wall that adds modern elegance.<br /><br />Outdoors: A Warm Extension of the Home<br /><br />Step into the back garden, where an outdoor dining patio invites family meals under the sky. Gather around the gas firepit for evening conversations, fire up the grill for outdoor dinners, or visit the charming chicken coop. Our resident chickens - Henrietta, Princess Lay-a, & Chikira - offer up seasonal fresh eggs. Kids are welcome to collect them, making breakfast just a little more fun.<br /><br /><b>Guest access</b><br />Guests have access to the entire property.