About this home

Cantilevered above the protected shoreline, 509 Smith Brothers Road is a singular architectural retreat where water, marshland, and sky unfold in nearly every direction. Originally built as a fisherman's bungalow, the home was completely reimagined and rebuilt in 2015 by celebrated San Francisco architect Olle Lundberg. The result is a residence that feels both elemental and highly refined, with soaring vaulted ceilings, a dramatic wall of glass, and expansive bay views that bring the surrounding landscape into nearly every room. A wood-burning stove anchors the great room with warmth and intimacy, creating a striking counterpoint to the openness of the setting. The chef's kitchen is seamlessly integrated into the main living space and opens to a private deck, where a custom cedar soaking tub is perfectly positioned for quiet mornings, sunset soaks, and evenings beneath the stars. The two bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged for privacy and tranquility, each with a strong connection to the water. They share a beautifully detailed bath where materiality, function, and restraint come together with exceptional care, including direct deck access that further strengthens the home's indoor-outdoor connection. Built almost entirely from reclaimed materials and designed to be net-positive with rooftop solar, 509 Smith Brothers Road reflects a rare level of environmental consideration without compromising comfort, beauty, or architectural presence. Every element feels intentional, resulting in a home that is deeply rooted in its settingprivate, restorative, and unmistakably of the Sonoma Coast. Neighboring 501 Smith Brothers Road may also be acquired, creating an extraordinary two-residence coastal compound. The homes share a private drive while operating independently, each with its own utilities. Both are established short-term rentals on Wander with strong year-round bookings, presenting a truly rare opportunity to own one or both of these architecturally significant waterfront residences.

Facts and features

Schools

• Bodega Bay Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.9 mi

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• Tomales High School

  high · 9-12 · 9.3 mi

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• Tomales Elementary School

  elementary · K-8 · 9.1 mi

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• Special Education Pre-School

  elementary · 9.1 mi

• West Marin Elementary School

  elementary · 2-8 · 21.6 mi

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Price history

• Oct 11, 2026 · Listed$1,695,000
• Mar 15, 2013 · Sold$324,000
• Aug 20, 2012 · Listed$324,000

Tax history

• 2025$6,451 tax · $574,441 assessed
• 2024$6,431 tax · $563,178 assessed
• 2023$6,315 tax · $541,311 assessed
• 2022$6,242 tax · $530,698 assessed
• 2021$6,763 tax · $520,293 assessed
• 2020$6,780 tax · $514,959 assessed
• 2019$6,716 tax · $504,863 assessed
• 2018$6,604 tax · $494,964 assessed

Where it is