Architect-Designed Double-Yurt Retreat in West Berkeley

Description

A cozy 749 sq ft home oasis composed of two twelve-sided structures, designed by David Raitt, a longtime specialist in yurt-inspired architecture. “In Xanadu did Kubla Khan a stately pleasure-dome decree..” The larger space is a loft style open-plan living, dining, kitchen and work area, a magically delicious twelve sided space, soaring pine ceiling (14ft), skylight and beautiful natural clay plaster walls. The adjoining structure is the semi-private bedroom with a lime based plaster finish on the walls that looks and feels freaking elegant. The house is fully furnished with an excellent high-end stereo system, beautiful silk rugs, in-unit laundry and an infrared sauna. The bathroom has a tub. A private outdoor patio extends the living space and offers a quiet place to read, work, eat, exercise or simply sit outside. The home has its own private entrance and feels quite separate and self-contained. Street parking is readily available. Utilities are included. Located in West Berkeley, you’ll have convenient access to UC Berkeley, Fourth Street, Berkeley Bowl, cafés, restaurants and the rest of the Bay Area. This is not a conventional apartment or generic furnished rental. It is a warm, beautifully crafted small home with remarkable architectural character, natural materials and a wonderful sense of space. It would be especially well suited to a visiting academic, writer, artist, researcher or professional looking for a quiet and inspiring place to live and work in Berkeley. The play of light throughout the day is worth the price of admission.