Beautiful home with large garden near UC Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley Lab

Description

Our 1700 sq. ft. two-bedroom home is located in the North Berkeley hills in walking distance to shops, cafes and gourmet restaurants (Solano Ave). Comfortable and light-filled, our home offers a rare blend of historic charm, modern comfort, walkable urban living, and a tranquil outdoor retreat. views, and a tranquil outdoor retreat. Enjoy stunning views of the Bay, Mt. Tam and the Golden Gate Bridge from the living and dining room and relax in the private backyard! This 100-year-old home has been thoughtfully modernized, blending classic character with mid-century modern design and curated artwork displayed throughout. The house features a sunny living room with a fireplace, large Android TV, and stereo system shared with the dining room, creating a warm and inviting space to relax or entertain. The well-equipped gourmet kitchen opens to a spacious dining room ideal for hosting meals. The primary bedroom includes a queen-size bed, a Peloton bike, and French doors opening directly onto the private garden. The second bedroom also has a queen-size bed and a desk. A third room is set up as a dedicated office space with an ergonomic chair, standing desk, and a queen-size pull-out sofa if additional sleeping space is needed. Downstairs, a studio can be used as an art space or an additional office. Additional amenities include high-speed Wi-Fi, a printer, and a laundry room with washer and dryer. Our home has an electric vehicle charging station. Free street parking is available. Outside, the large, sunny backyard offers a peaceful garden oasis with several patios and a hammock—perfect for relaxing. In the front of the house are two small patios, and the front porch features a lounge chair where you can enjoy beautiful views. Free tennis courts are nearby, and a bus stop is conveniently located just up the street. Located in one of Berkeley's most coveted neighborhoods called 'Thousand Oaks', our property is situated in a quiet residential tree-lined street with many beautiful historic homes. The neighborhood is great for walking and has many hidden paths. We live in walking distance to shops, cafes, a movie theatre, and parks/playgrounds. We are also near the Shattuck/Wine area of Berkeley known for famous eating establishments, including Chez Panisse. Our house is close to Tilden Regional Park with thousands of acres of hiking and biking trails, an 18 hole municipal golf course, and a small lake with a sandy beach - great for picnics and swimming. Berkeley has a vibrant theatre district and is home to many art galleries and workshops. The UC Berkeley campus is about 5 minutes by car and 15 minutes by bike. The bus stop for Line 7 is just up the street. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory us nearby as well. San Francisco can quickly and easily be reached by car, bus (from the bus stop just up the street), or BART (the fast subway system). There are many day trip options in the Bay Area: ocean beaches are 40-60 minutes away; the Napa Valley wine region is about an hour away; the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountains (Yosemite, Lake Tahoe) are 3-4 hours away.