Estates, Orinda, CA

Estates sits along the wooded hills west of Glorietta Boulevard, where quiet roads like Scenic Drive and Estates Drive wind between oak canopies and hillside lots. The neighborhood is almost entirely residential, made up of large, varied homes-many with sweeping decks or terraced yards that open to valley views. It feels tucked away, with narrow, shaded lanes and a sense of calm that makes it easy to forget how close it is to Orinda’s main arteries. Daily life revolves around the nearby Meadow Swim & Tennis Club, McDonnell Nursery, and the Glorietta School corridor. It’s a short drive to Moraga Way for groceries or a quick BART run, though navigating the winding roads takes a bit more patience than in flatter neighborhoods. The terrain also gives each property a slightly different character-some secluded and forested, others perched above the trees with big sky views. While not heavy on sidewalks or public parks within its borders, open space is close at hand. The neighborhood connects easily to trails heading toward the Orinda Oaks preserve and the Moraga hills. It’s the kind of place where nature, privacy, and long-term ownership are more defining than convenience or walkability.