This Berkeley Hills abode, built in 1927, makes a strong case for bringing back the imposing yet alluring tower, which at 1143 Keith Avenue, features vertical wood slats, a shingled peaked roof, and arched windows that give the entire accent a fairytale look.
While not a “storybook” house in the vein of the whimsical specimens found on Oakland’s Picardy Lane, famous for lighting up in unison during the holiday season, this hillside home, measuring 3,011 square feet, still possesses strong Into the Woods vibes. A stone-paved staircase flanked by redwoods leads to a wooden gate, which leads to a tiered yard and fountain.
Inside the home you’ll find hardwood flooring, arched windows and archways (an overarching theme that runs throughout the house), and skylights. The pad has been renovated in recent years, most notably in the kitchen and bathrooms, all of which bear the marks of a contemporary overhaul (marble, white tile) to bring it up to today’s tastes.
Featuring four bedrooms and four bathrooms, this Berkeley Hills home also comes with guest quarters, which is attached to the house but comes with a separate entrance, fit to out-of-town relatives or an unruly stepsister.
Asking is $2.15 million; the listing is through Estela Sallat of Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty.
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