Stylish & Modern Cottage with Sunny Deck near UC Berkeley

Description

This efficient, contemporary, and bright unit is a separate building on a larger property, designed and built new. It has triple pane glass with enclosed blinds, a gas fireplace, as well as zoned radiant heat, a flat screen TV, tankless water system, vaulted ceilings with numerous skylights, and a generous sized deck, as well as access to your own washer and dryer. It comes fully furnished including kitchen ware and linens. It is made up of a general living space, one bedroom (queen bed), one bath, an office space with a daybed, and plenty of closet space. There is a very large furnished deck right off the main space and it is exclusive to the renter. It is perfect for a single or a couple. Just bring your clothes and a toothbrush. This home is two blocks from Berkeley, a little under 2 miles to Cal (about 5-6 min), and a short ride to San Francisco by BART or by car. Solano Avenue is a block away. It is a thriving business district, where you have everything you need: groceries, post office, banks, restaurants, bars, health clubs (including the Y), and shops of all kinds. There are numerous parks, and two public libraries. Go uphill and you enter Tilden Regional Park, that includes the little farm, the carousel, the steam trains, Lawrence Hall of Science, a swimming beach, and miles of nature trails. This city is also well known for its schools as well as things like community events and farmers markets. El Cerrito Plaza is a shopping center within walking distance, that includes a Trader Joes. Buses run within one block, and 2 BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) stations are within walking distance. Bike lanes run right in front of the house. Access to the San Francisco Bay is located at the end of the street next to Albany Beach and East Bay Park. The Bay Trail (a cycling trail that rings the bay) runs right through it. I-80 is a five minute drive and links to all major highways and bridges. Obviously a very high walk score. Since our climate is very mild...never really hot or cold...there is no reason for air conditioning or high energy bills. My husband and I live in a separate house up the stairs and are available at all times for help and advice. We have enjoyed hosting many academics and their families, and look forward to seeing people from all over the world. We welcome any questions about the home or our community that will provide more information and help with your decisions. We always respond promptly. (FYI...the home is deep cleaned before every tenant arrives, using approved products and methods).