Set on a large parcel with sparkling vistas of San Francisco, the Bay and the lush canyon, this serene 2+-BR, 2-BA architectural gem is located on the coveted, historic Panoramic Hill, Berkeley’s “most romantic neighborhood.”

Designed by midcentury architect Judd Boynton, the house has been tastefully designed to honor its natural setting while incorporating contemporary design. Features include a light-filled open bedroom with stunning views, a master bath with deep soaking tub, walls of windows and a large fireplace in the living room, a south-facing gallery with natural slate floor and cherry cabinets. Significantly updated and masterfully conceived, it has an open and easy open floor plan with excellent spaces for work or entertaining, as well as wonderful indoor-outdoor flow to several exterior seating areas. In addition, the property includes “The Nest,” a charming detached writing and guest studio set beneath a legacy live oak and designed by award-winning architect owner Jim Orjala.

A one car detached garage with workshop and ample storage space create convenience. Maximum privacy and tranquility of a forested retreat, yet only steps away from UC-Berkeley campus and town. A rare gem in a magical location.

• 2+ bedroom, 2 full baths
• Dramatic open floor plan with floor-to-ceiling windows
• Gorgeous views of the bay and the verdant canyon
• Romantic writer’s cottage with views
• Several out-door sitting areas and beautiful indoor-outdoor flow
• Maximum privacy and magical sylvan setting
• 1-car garage with workshop space
• Located on the coveted Panoramic Hill within a short distance of UC Berkeley, The Claremont Hotel, shops and restaurants and the great outdoors.

The Panoramic Hill Neighborhood is located at the eastern edge of the city of Berkeley, southeast of the University of California campus, and situated at the northwestern foot of the Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve and the Claremont Hills. Panoramic Way is a coveted and exclusive neighborhood with many architect designed homes that date back to the early 1900’s. Panoramic Way consists of a narrow public road with many curves serving approximately 500 residents. Panoramic Hill is also home to a series of well maintained walking paths and staircases that lead, on and off the road, halfway up the hill where they intersect a series of fire trails that lead into the hills. Each set of steps is treated as its own walking byway and is therefore named and well-marked. Signs are also placed around the hill indicating the direction of the closest set of 'steps off the hill' for visitors who become lost among the trees, architecture, and windy roads. As the name suggests, homes on this street enjoy fantastic views of the Bay while offering privacy and exclusivity. With it’s dramatic setting and windy streets, it evokes the feeling of an ancient Spanish Hillside town yet it is located in close proximity of UC Berkeley, the Claremont Hotel, Elmwood and Rockridge shopping as well as trails and the great outdoors.