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Sage green single-story home at 194 Butterfield Dr under a clear blue Novato sky
Partridge Knolls · Novato, California

194 Butterfield Dr

This home is located in Partridge Knolls

194 Butterfield Dr is a single-story home in Partridge Knolls, Novato, California, on the market for the first time and listed by Peter Schardt of Berkshire Hathaway. The home combines a professionally remodeled primary suite, a remodeled kitchen and family room, and a beautifully landscaped, oversized backyard with immediate access to the Mt. Burdell trail network.

3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Story
1st Time on market

At a glance: 3 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms · 1 story · 2-car garage

The story

A home that has never been for sale, until now.

This single-story residence has been meticulously cared for since it was built, and it sits in the quiet, desirable neighborhood of Partridge Knolls. On the market for the first time ever, it pairs a professionally remodeled primary suite with a remodeled kitchen and family room designed for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining.

The home opens through multiple sets of French doors into a picturesque, park-like yard defined by lush, private landscaping. Steps from the generously sized living and dining areas lies a tranquil retreat for outdoor relaxation, with a second side yard offering premier space for a boat, extra vehicles, or recreational equipment.

Interior view through open French doors to the patio at 194 Butterfield Dr
Remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops opening to the family room
Breakfast nook with built-in banquette seating overlooking the backyard
Walk-in pantry with white shelving off the remodeled kitchen

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Kitchen & family room

Remodeled for everyday living and entertaining

The remodeled kitchen and adjoining family room are designed for both daily life and celebrations, with generous counter and storage space, a large pantry, and a built-in banquette that seats four. An under-counter beverage refrigerator keeps drinks close, and a television is concealed above the fireplace when not in use.

  • Walk-in pantry with generous storage
  • Built-in banquette seating for four
  • Under-counter beverage refrigerator
  • TV concealed above the fireplace

02

Primary suite & spa bath

A spa-like retreat with custom storage

The professionally remodeled primary suite offers custom built-in storage, direct access to the backyard, and a beautifully remodeled bathroom with marble countertops, heated tile flooring, and a large roll-in shower with integrated grab bars. The design reads as luxurious and spa-like, a quiet place to start and end the day.

  • Marble countertops and heated tile floors
  • Large roll-in shower with integrated grab bars
  • Custom built-in storage and walk-in closet
  • French doors to the backyard
Primary suite with vaulted ceilings and custom built-in cabinetry
Walk-in closet with white built-in shelving and hanging rods
Primary bathroom with marble countertops and a walk-in tiled shower
Spa-style roll-in shower with marble-look tile and integrated grab bars
Elevated view of the landscaped backyard with pergolas, a gazebo, and hills beyond
Wooden pergola walkway with mature vines in the backyard
Gazebo-covered dining area on a wooden deck overlooking the garden

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The yard

A park-like backyard made for gathering

The estate features two distinct side yards, effortlessly balancing luxury and utility. One side is a tranquil, serene retreat for outdoor relaxation; the other, adjacent to the garage, is an expansive concrete pad with premier, dedicated space for parking a boat or extra vehicles, or storing recreational equipment.

This property has accommodated weddings and large milestone celebrations. Lush, private landscaping frames every gathering, from the pergola walkway to the gazebo dining area.

  • Two distinct side yards: luxury and utility
  • Expansive concrete pad for boat or vehicles
  • Pergola walkway and gazebo dining area
  • Lush, private landscaping throughout
Park-like garden with a long wooden pergola and mature vines at 194 Butterfield Dr
"This property has hosted weddings and large milestone celebrations."
From the listing notes

The film

Walk through 194 Butterfield Dr

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Details

Everything this home does well

Beyond the headline rooms, the home is full of thoughtful details: a dedicated laundry room with a hidden ironing board, a recirculating hot water system providing near instant hot water to all interior faucets, and a home office bedroom with custom built-ins.

Single-story floor plan
Professionally remodeled primary suite
Remodeled kitchen and family room
Walk-in pantry with generous storage
Built-in banquette seating for four
Under-counter beverage refrigerator
Television concealed above the fireplace
Marble countertops and heated tile floors in the primary bath
Large roll-in shower with integrated grab bars
Custom built-in storage and walk-in closet
Two mirror-image bedrooms sharing a full bath
Home office bedroom with custom built-ins and desk
Dedicated laundry room with hidden ironing board
Recirculating hot water to all interior faucets
Park-like backyard with two distinct side yards
Expansive concrete pad for a boat or extra vehicles
Multiple sets of French doors to the yard
Immediate access to the Mt. Burdell trail network

FAQ

Questions, answered

What areas does Peter Schardt serve?

Peter Schardt works the Novato and Petaluma markets in Marin and Sonoma County, serving single family homes, condos, and 2-4 unit housing for both sellers and buyers.

Where is 194 Butterfield Dr located?

The home sits in the quiet, desirable neighborhood of Partridge Knolls in Novato, California, at the base of Mt. Burdell.

Is this home on the market for the first time?

Yes. The highly sought-after, single-story residence has been meticulously cared for and is on the market for the first time ever.

What kind of outdoor space does this property offer?

The estate features two distinct side yards, one a tranquil retreat for outdoor relaxation and the other an expansive concrete pad beside the garage for parking a boat or extra vehicles, with immediate access to the Mt. Burdell trail network.

Golden oak-savanna hillside and winding trail on Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve

The neighborhood

Partridge Knolls, at the base of Mt. Burdell

Beyond the front gate, the extensive trail network of Mt. Burdell offers hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, while the quiet, family-friendly streets of Partridge Knolls keep everyday life calm. Schools, commute, and local favorites are all within reach.

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Peter Schardt, real estate agent, smiling in a blue button-down and navy blazer

CA DRE #01702383

Your agent

Listed by Peter Schardt

Peter works the Novato and Petaluma markets in Marin and Sonoma County, serving single family homes, condos, and 2-4 unit housing for both sellers and buyers. As a longtime local, he knows the trails, the schools, and the streets of Partridge Knolls firsthand.

Private tours

Come see it in person

Walk the single-story floor plan, open the French doors to the yard, and stand where the Mt. Burdell trails begin. Peter will tailor the tour to what matters most to you, from the remodeled kitchen to the concrete pad for the boat.

194 Butterfield Dr, Novato, CA 94947

Tours by appointment, seven days a week

(415) 328-2637

Request a private tour

Tell Peter when you would like to visit, and he will confirm the details.