190 Northern Railway

Hidden in the wooded folds between Oakland and Moraga, this former Stationmaster’s home is one of Canyon’s most eclectic retreats, a redwood cabin perched above a ravine where light, air, and creativity converge. Reached by a narrow, illuminated footpath that winds through the trees, the home feels both secluded and alive with its surroundings. Once rumored to host musicians of the psychedelic era, it remains infused with that spirit of originality and calm. Inside, rustic board-and-batten rooms open to forest-view decks. The kitchen’s vintage Wedgewood stove and peace-sign floor recall Canyon’s freewheeling past, while the window-wrapped living room and river-rock fireplace invite reflection and connection. Three bedrooms are linked by ship-style ladders, adding to the home’s character and sense of adventure. Water is drawn from a private spring; electricity and propane service the essentials. The meditation loft above the washhouse (with washer & dryer) provides a quiet refuge for writing, painting, or simply listening to the seasonal creek. Just minutes to Moraga, Oakland, and San Francisco, yet a world apart, with an authentic blend of history, artistry, and nature.

Current Status

New

Original Price

$795,000

List Price

$795,000

On Market Date

Nov 14, 2025

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Other

Zip Code

94516

MLS ID

41117481

APN

2571500327

Year Built

1920

Stories in Building

3

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

3

Bath

1

Parking

0

Parking Lot

SQ FT

1,360

SQ FT Source

Graphic Artist

Lot SQ FT

7,659.0

Lot Acres

0.08 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Filter System, Tankless Water Heater, Gas Range/Cooktop

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure

Entry Level

Flooring

Wood

Foundation

Fire Place

Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating

Electric, Fireplace(s)

Laundry

Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Main Level

1 Bath, Main Entry

Views

Canyon, Trees/Woods

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Cabin

Non-Master Bathroom Includes

Shower Over Tub

Construction Status

Existing

Location

Secluded, Sloped Up

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Private

Fee

Unavailable

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