Discover the charm and elegance of this grand storybook Tudor style home, beautifully situated in the picturesque North Berkeley Hills. In the same family for 73 years, this cherished home offers sweeping unobstructed views and easy access to Tilden Park's hiking and bike trails- a perfect blend of nature and sophistication.

As you approach, a lovely brick path guides you to a delightful flagstone courtyard leading to the formal entry. The main level welcomes you with a cozy natural wood-paneled office/den, featuring original beams, cabinetry, and a curved corner brick fireplace—an inspiring space perfect for creativity.

The heart of the home is the stunning sunken formal living room, west-facing, sunny and boasting magnificent views. The architecturally significant brick fireplace and high natural wood beamed ceiling create a warm and inviting ambiance. Adjacent to this is a formal dining room, complete with a built-in corner hutch, ideal for hosting gatherings. The spacious, light-filled kitchen includes an eat-in dining area and a sliding glass door that opens to the front courtyard, blending indoor and outdoor living seamlessly. Completing this level is an original half bath with a charming mosaic tile sink area.

An elegant, curved stairwell leads you to the upper level, which features access to a two-car garage and three well-appointed bedrooms. The grand primary bedroom retreat with an ensuite bathroom (adorned with lovely tile finishes) offers breathtaking views of San Francisco, the Bay, and the Bay Bridge.  Adjoining this bedroom is a traditional “dressing room” with custom built wood cabinetry.  This separate room has the potential to be used as office space or a small nursery.  Two additional bedrooms, one with captivating west facing views, and a second full bathroom complete this level.

Accessed via a curved hardwood stairwell or through two exterior entrances, the lower level offers a character-filled, versatile space. This area features a second kitchen, a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, and a large, sunny family room with original wood paneling, large west facing windows with filtered bay views, Plank and Peg hardwood floors, and another elegant brick fireplace. This level also includes an additional half bath and is perfect for extended family living or potential ADU use.

Step outside the lower level and you will come to a large, sunny patio with west views. At the center you will find the steps descending through generous planting beds filled with mature fruit trees, reaching the lowest level flat area which features and original stone fireplace and a magnificent Magnolia tree. This large backyard space offers a great opportunity to create a very special garden or urban farm.

Additional features include a complete roof replacement with chimney bracing and new upper-level dual pane windows in 2019, European metal rolling shutters, original hardwood floors, an expansive attic space with flooring and lights for additional storage. Extensive retrofitting with piers to bedrock and a drainage system were completed in 1998.

This remarkable home, rich in character and set in a vibrant community, awaits your personal touch. Embrace the opportunity to own a piece of history in the North Berkeley Hills!