785 San Luis Rd, Berkeley, CA 94707

Surrounded by stately oaks, sited off the street in its own private setting 785 San Luis Rd is a serene retreat from today’s hectic world. Using the driveway off Santa Barbara Road, park in the back of the house, it is only a few steps into the home. Designed in the 1920’s this Spanish style home has the best qualities of an Edwin Lewis Snyder designed home. Known for his Spanish style Architecture, inviting patios, over hanging balconies and Mediterranean details. Spacious, warm and inviting Cook’s kitchen with its wall or windows, large limestone island opens to the patio. The dramatic living room with its high ceilings is perfect for entertaining or your concert grand piano. The impressive, tiled entry with elegant staircase creates a romantic ambiance and entrance to the living room or to the 3 first floor bedrooms. One with a wall of custom built-in cabinetry, a second bedroom for guests and the third with its own bath. The primary plus the fifth bedroom is upstairs with magical tree top and City views. Minutes to Solano Ave shops and restaurants or walk the paths John Hinkle Park. BESO score 2