Julia Morgan Treasure in North Berkeley Be prepared for a delightful surprise! Rather understated from the front, this shingled home blends comfortably with its natural setting of live oaks and native plantings. But open the door and enter a great hall with dramatic redwood ceiling, inviting fireplace and spectacular views. You'll be able to see north with a direct view of Mt. Tamalpais and the Bay. San Francisco looks fantastic, especially at night with lights twinkling. The seller had an evening ritual of watching the sun set between the towers of the Golden Gate Bridge. This is a haven for lovers of books and collectors of fine objects: redwood shelving runs the entire length of one wall. The south wall is full of windows that wash the room with light. This main floor contains a small charming office, powder room, dining area and updated kitchen with access to the one-car garage. A small balcony provides the ideal spot to read a book, or to otherwise appreciate life in the Berkeley hills. On the floor below you'll find four bedrooms, two full updated bathrooms, and a spacious plus room with laundry. Exit to the side and head down for another surprise: a terrific work space runs along the back of the house, facing the terraced garden and opening to a private patio. Used as a workshop, work-out room, office or as a prep. space for alfresco dining, this room with separate entry, and a refrigerator, will become a favorite retreat! So many older homes may have lovely presentation rooms, but few have storage for "gear" or hobbies, or just all that extra stuff we accumulate. This home has a super "pantry" in that lower work space, as well as dry storage in the "machine room." In addition, a pull-down ladder from the attic provides access in the garage to attic storage space. Academics as well as those of us who suffer from Book Lust will appreciate the miles of lineal feet of bookshelves found in this home on all three levels. No need for a market umbrella here: a remar
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.
