562 Alta Way, Mill Valley

Offered at $3,695,000

5 Bedrooms

3.5 Bathrooms

3,900± Sq Ft

0.24+ Acre Lot

The 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.

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.

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.

  • 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms

  • 3,900± square feet

  • 0.24± acre lot

  • Built in 2003, remodeled in 2022

  • Privately tucked at the end of a quiet, low-traffic street bordering open space

  • Architecture by Nick Polansky

  • Landscaping by OR.CA Living

  • Abundant natural light

  • Desirable microclimate

  • Two gas fireplaces with marble surrounds

  • Warm Oak floors + new wool carpets

  • Vaulted ceilings in living spaces

  • Designer lighting + fixtures throughout

  • Flexible floor plan

  • Generous bedrooms with high ceilings

  • Elfa organized closets

  • Primary suite with private patio and two large walk-in closets

  • Serene spa-like primary bath with double vanities, soaking tub, stall shower and water closet

  • Central heat and air conditioning for year-round comfort

  • App controlled irrigation and lighting system

  • Generator

  • Attached two-car garage with EV charger

  • Endless amounts of storage

  • Hot-tub ready

Kitchen + Dining

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.

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.

  • Kitchen designed to flow naturally with daily life

  • Designed in collaboration with Nick Polansky

  • Clad in Calacatta Paonazzo marble with sculptural Italian plaster range hood

  • Custom white oak cabinetry by WorkHorse

  • Perrin & Rowe for deVol kitchen tap

  • deVol brass hardware and artisan raw brass sink

  • Pendant lighting by Audo Copenhagen and sconce by Allied Maker

  • Open shelving with under-cabinet lighting

  • Viking Professional 6-burner gas range with cooktop and dual oven

  • Subzero oversized refrigerator

  • Miele Speed Oven

  • Miele paneled dishwasher

  • Italian plaster range hood

  • Calcatta Paonazzo marble

  • Built-in drawer inserts for cutlery, spices, and dishware

  • Outlets tucked inside drawers to reduce clutter

  • Integrated lighting for a cohesive, layered glow

  • Sandberg wallpaper + Farrow & Ball trim in dining room

  • Dining room designed for both weeknight dinners and long gatherings

Bedroom Levels

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, pops of color—add personality. The laundry room, color-drenched in 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.

  • Primary suite with private patio and two large walk-in closets

  • Serene spa-like primary bath with double vanities, soaking tub, stall shower and water closet

  • Two additional upper bedrooms with shared hall bath and private patio access

  • Upper level connection to backyard

  • Character-rich finishes with Herman Miller lighting

  • Laundry room color-drenched in moody deep blue, with ample storage and workspace on upper bedroom level

  • Bedrooms 4 + 5 with full bathroom on lower level

  • Flexible use: guest suite, au pair quarters, office or media lounge

  • Lower level outfitted with wet bar and mini fridge

  • Potential for conversion to future ADU

  • Elfa organized closets throughout

The Outdoors

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.

  • Outdoor design by OR.CA Living

  • Terraced hillside with native, drought-tolerant plantings

  • Redwood deck and OR.CA clay brick pathways

  • Brass LED lighting creates soft evening ambiance

  • Raised garden beds with fresh herbs for cooking

  • Cement pad prepped for a hot tub

  • 0.24 acre private lot bordering open space

The Location

562 Alta Way puts you right in the rhythm of Mill Valley. 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. 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.

  • Located in sought-after Tamalpais Valley

  • Minutes to Tam Junction with Good Earth Natural Foods, Hook Fish Co., Proof Lab, Equator Coffee, and The Junction Beer Garden

  • A short drive to Downtown Mill Valley, Tiburon and Sausalito

  • 1 mile to Eastwood Park playground, dog park, basketball and pickleball courts

  • Minutes to Muir Beach and Tennessee Valley Trailhead

  • Near Marin’s best hiking/biking trails

  • Award-winning Mill Valley school district

  • Close to Golden Gate National Recreation Area trailheads and open space preserves

  • Easy access to Highway 1, Stinson Beach, and the 101

  • Easy commute location to San Francisco

Take A Private Tour

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