The best neighborhood of Berkeley, two blocks from the Berkeley Rose Garden, .5 miles to UC Berkeley, 1.2 miles to Downtown Berkeley BART Serene, safe and private with panoramic views of the Bay Bridge and Golden Gate Bridge. Totally walkable to great shops and restaurants. There are two dwellings included: a) the main house: 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bath in main 1400 sq ft home and b) the ADU: 1 bedroom and 1 bath 1000 sq ft "mother in law" or "guest house" Both dwellings have top of the line appointed kitchens and baths (Grohe faucets, Subzero, Bosch dishwashers, custom time and cabinetry). Each has its own laundry and water heater and heating system. There is air-conditioning in the main house. Please note this beautiful home is to be leased unfurnished and is accessible via stairs. Panoramic views from all west facing windows. Very private and each dwelling has many windows with views. The neighborhood is extremely quiet and serene, very safe. The neighbors are kind and friendly. Perfect for a family with teens or live-in caregiver. The house is accessed via stairs. Beautifully landscaped with flagstone walkways with copper automatic lighting, Japanese elms and ferns. Automatic watering system. Main house has interior redwood panelling throughout the house and also the guest house has redwood shingled exterior The main house: This original 1910 redwood shingled home has an open floor plan on the first story with walls paneled in original redwood. The front door enters into a great room with the dining area and the kitchen adjacent. Beyond is a large living area with a wood burning "pot belly stove" and built-in desk and workspace. There are double doors leading to the large west facing deck with views of the bay and bridges. North of the deck is an outdoor shower. This main house's kitchen has two sinks (one in the kitchen island), with stainless steel or wood countertops, fitted with custom high end cabinetry including a pull out drawer to separate garbage and recyclables. Fixtures include Grohe faucets, SubZero refrigerator with ice making freezer, custom Italian gas range with oven, Bosch dishwasher and front facing stacked washer and dryer. There is ample shelving and storage situated behind the washer and dryer. The upstairs master bedroom and bathroom have spectacular west views of the bay and bridge with vaulted redwood beamed ceilings as well as original redwood panelling in every room including the second upstairs bedroom. The master bedroom has two redwood closets both with lighting. There is a gas faux wood heating element in this room for heat. The bathroom has a vintage clawfoot bathtub and porcelain mounted sink. The two story 1000 sq ft guest house was fully remodeled in 2020. The fixtures and appliances are mostly unused and brand new. The great room is filled with light with vaulted ceilings with spectacular west facing views of the bay and bridges. The kitchen has custom tile backsplashes, Grohe faucet, Bosch dishwasher, large granite covered kitchen island with beautiful wood drawers and shelves, gas range with oven and LG stainless steel double door refrigerator. Down a spiral staircase is a bedroom with a large closet. The adjoining full bath has a large shower with custom glass doors and surround, Grohe faucets and custom tile. There is a large utility room with an additional washer and dryer and ample storage. A truly magical, private and serene place to call home. Unfurnished. Deposit upon lease signing is $6,500 Looking for a year lease with tenant paying for all utilities. Availability based on applicant's credit score and employment history. Home is unfurnished and accessible by stairs.
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