3040 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

This home features 5 bedrooms & 2+ bathrooms with the perfect big ‘ol front porch. In this classic Elmwood Craftsman you will find freshly refinished wood floors, a formal living and dining room, a “clinker brick” fireplace, built-in cabinets, a huge eat-in kitchen, and a master retreat on the third floor. The master suite is like having your own suite in some exotic B&B with a built-n pedestal bed, built-in cabinets, eclectic attic styling. A bathroom, office/sitting area, and a 3rd story deck with views of San Francisco and the surrounding area. Don’t miss this amazing property and all it has to offer. The kitchen has plenty of room for a big get-together and the family room, which is surrounded in glass, opens out into huge back yard with a stunning pool and Jacuzzi. There is also a barbeque patio area, raised gardening beds, and even a lawn area – it is all surrounded by luscious mature landscaping. There is still more - a dramatic architectural tower that houses the family room was built with reclaimed old growth redwood and massive steel beams which adds a bit of flair to an otherwise traditional home. There is plenty of off-street parking, and a partial basement with a workshop, laundry, and storage. This home has updated systems and is in move-in condition. This home is located on one of the most desirable blocks on a quiet tree-lined street near the Elmwood Shopping District and is close to College Avenue Shops and many Fine Restaurants. You are nestled nicely between the Elmwood and Rockridge with all it has to offer including Market Hall, BART, Freeways, Casual Carpooling to SF. Downtown Berkeley, the U.C. Berkeley Campus, Downtown Oakland, Emeryville, are all an easy commute.