Built in 1929, this cottage was one of the first homes built in Madrone Canyon and has belonged to the same family for four generations. Mature redwoods surround the yellow storybook not far from downtown Larkspur. A patio off the kitchen sets the stage for al fresco dining.

Listing agent: Kathleen Daly, Coldwell Banker, (415) 519-6074, kdaly@ cbnorcal.com; Lisa Lange, Coldwell Banker, (415) 464-3318, lisalange@

coldwellbanker.com.

337 Madrone Ave., $879,000

Beds: 2 Bath: 1 Square footage: 1,168

Open home: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday.