858-525-5007

190 Northern Railway, CA 94516 | $695,000

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathrooms
  • 1,360 Sq Ft
  • 7659 Lot Sq Ft
  • Type: Single Family Residence
  • Stories: 0
  • Year Built: 1920
  • MLS#: 41117481
  • Community:

Listing provided courtesy of Mark Hardwicke of BHG RE Reliance Partners. Last updated 2026-05-13 08:05:55.000000. Listing information © 2025 SANDICOR.

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, winding footpath through the trees, the setting is intentionally secluded and deeply connected to its surroundings. Inside, rustic board-and-batten rooms open to forest-view decks, with a vintage Wedgewood stove and a river-rock fireplace anchoring the main living spaces. Three bedrooms are linked by ship-style ladders, reinforcing the home’s unconventional layout and sense of adventure. Water flows from a private spring, with electrical and propane service supporting daily living. A separate meditation loft above the washhouse offers a quiet space for writing, painting, or reflection. This is a property for those seeking something outside the ordinary - an authentic blend of history, artistry, and nature. Just minutes from Moraga, Oakland, and San Francisco, yet a world apart.

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0.18 Acres

David Piper​

Call or Text: 858-525-5007

DRE# 02021985