1066 Empey Way, San Jose, CA

2 bed /1 bath plus detached office/workspace with additional full bath. Situated on property that was once a walnut orchard and built before cookie-cutter subdivision days, this home reflects the charm of yesteryear, adapted to todays lifestyle. Original hardwood flooring that was recently refinished and fluted trim. Living room/dining room has softly curved ceiling-to-wall transitions and a wood-burning fireplace with tile face and flush hearth plus natural wood mantel. Kitchen boasts a lovely, honey-colored, original white birch floor and natural wood cabinets. Full bath boasts rectangular tile flooring with a striped sheen, art-glass bowl sink set in a dark stone countertop, and metal-frame light fixtures with Edison bulbs. Converted garage with manufactured wood flooring houses a laundry room plus an office/workroom and second full bath with clawfoot tub. The wonderful backyard features a circular pond area surrounded by various plants, lawns and fruit trees: orange, tangerine, nectarine and plum, concrete patios and RV parking. Quiet street of unique homes, convenient to major amenities. Schedule a Private Showing