240 Panoramic Way, Berkeley

ARTISTIC RETREAT ABOVE U.C.

offered at

$595,000

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SOLD: $628,450 4/14/09

WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT THIS HOUSE?

THE HOUSE: A dramatic retreat in a spectacular secluded setting high above the University of California in the Berkeley/Oakland hills. A panoramic vista (true to the street's name) of the Bay Area, including the East Bay, San Francisco, Oakland, Marin, Golden Gate Bridge, and of course the Bay itself, can be enjoyed from the kitchen, living room, and office.

Originally on the same parcel, the front house (222 Panoramic) and back houses (240 Panoramic) were split in 1988 and became two separate properties. 240 Panoramic, in back, is the one now for sale. Access to the house is up the staircase from the street. You cannot see the house from the street.

The garden surrounding the house is lush and beautiful -- take time to stroll the garden paths surrounding the house to pause and enjoy the great variety of plants and trees, as well as the views.

For those who don't know Panoramic Hill, the narrow road twists and turns as it winds up the hill. Once you reach the house, you must travel many steps and several landings to reach your front door -- thus the privacy and seclusion. But the trip is very well worth it!

One bedroom, living room with vaulted beamed ceilings, a dream office exits to luxurious deck with a view of the world below. And don't miss the finished basement room below with a separate entrance -- ideal for workshop, artist or craftsperson. See more of the many features below

THE LOCATION: If you are familiar with Berkeley, you know Panoramic Hill is one of the oldest and most charming neighborhoods in all of Berkeley. If you've never been there, you owe it to yourself to pay a visit. Panoramic Way winds up from the Cal Stadium to the top of the hill. See our description of the neighborhood on the Red Oak Realty Web site, and also see the Panoramic Hill Association web site.

HOUSE FEATURES:

	1-bedroom, bath, kitchen, living room, study/office,
	Brilliant light, views of the outdoors from every room. Sunny all the time.
	Spectacular Bay views from kitchen, living room, and office/study.
	2-decks
	Skylights in kitchen, bedroom, bath
	Vaulted, beamed ceiling, window bench, bookshelves, fireplace
	Dream office addition has windows on 3 walls, built in bookcases, and exits to luxurious deck overlooking the world below.
	Hardwood floors
	Laundry in bedroom closet --stacked Bosch washer and dryer included
	Solar electric system installed in 2007.
	Great lot = 5,670 s.f. * -- lush green gardens with strolling paths surround the house
	Living space = 956 s.f. * (may not include office addition or finished basement room)
	Dual pane windows
	Off street carport parking
	Finished basement: room with separate entrance, sink.
	Great storage area under house

* per unverified public records

SALE INFORMATION:

	For appointment or more information, call or email.
	Open Sunday, March 8, 2009 (2-4 PM)

DIRECTIONS TO PROPERTY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

240 Panoramic is situated on a separate lot behind 222 Panoramic Way. You cannot see the house from the street.

Parking: The extreme left carport at 222 Panoramic Way belongs to 240. You may park there if available. If it is occupied, drive just past 222 Panoramic and park in one of the marked spaces on the left side of the road.

Access: Go up the far left staircase to the left of the carports approximately 70 steps, though the gate to 240 Panoramic.

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Bob Blumberg
Red Oak Realty
1891 Solano Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94707
DEPARTMENT OF REAL ESTATE LICENSE # 00493351
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