1312 Acton St, Berkeley, CA 94706

Expanded Westbrae Craftsman with Huge Yard. Welcome to 1312 Acton Street, a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom expanded Craftsman bungalow on a coveted Westbrae cul-de-sac. 1312 Acton is the quintessential Berkeley Craftsman in the front with an enormous family room and master suite added on to the rear in 2012. It measures 1,852 sq. ft. per tax records. During the renovation the house received an extensive systems upgrade including the foundation. In addition to having an expanded floor plan, this home boasts a sprawling yard with professionally designed raised beds, a slate patio, fruit trees, and a hot tub. Truly a gardener's paradise, this is the hidden jewel of Westbrae. 1312 Acton Street has a welcoming front porch with mature landscaping flanking the house. There is a side driveway for parking. A set of original Craftsman-style windows overlooks the front greenery, and the oversized door is welcoming. Inside the home are beautiful hardwood floors and many original Craftsman details. There is a wood-burning fireplace centering the living room with built-ins on either side. The dining room is through the living room and offers working pocket doors with glass inserts. There is a custom chandelier and wainscoting in the dining room. The kitchen was renovated in 2012 and includes a U-shaped design with recessed lighting, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. There is a built-in gas cooktop and a large pantry. A convenient breakfast bar and dining area complete the kitchen. Off of the kitchen and breakfast area you are met with a huge family room including two walls of sliding glass doors to bring the greenery of outside into the home. There are multiple skylights that create a well-lit environment. The room is open and spacious yet still enjoys seclusion, as it faces the yard only. Back to the left of the dining room are the first full bathroom and two bedrooms, each with hardwood floors and sunny windows. Up a short flight of stairs is the master bedroom with an en-suite master bathroom and views to the amazing patio and yard. There is a huge walk-in closet with built-in shelving. Custom lighting and hardwood floors make this room warm and inviting yet sunny and bright. The patio and yard of this home are truly unique. There are professionally designed and installed raised beds with irrigation; mature fruit trees; a water feature; a hot tub; two garden sheds; multiple seating areas; a lounge area; and plenty of room for dining al fresco. Enjoy the lovely Berkeley weather in your own landscaped gardener's delight. Host grand dinner parties or simply enjoy a cup of tea in the morning. 1312 Acton Street is on a coveted cul de sac in Berkeley's Westbrae neighborhood a short distance to the famed Monterey Market, North Berkeley BART station, Gilman Whole Foods, the library, natural foods stores, Westbrae Garden Center, and several schools. It is also close to the freeway and casual carpool. The houses in this neighborhood are mostly Craftsman-style bungalows and are quite rare to come to market. ? 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms ? 1,852 sq. ft. per tax records ? Expanded floor plan ? Original Craftsman detailing combined with modern conveniences creating a comfortable residence ? Welcoming front porch and mature landscaping ? Living room features wood-burning fireplace with original built-ins ? Dining room offers glass pocket doors and custom chandelier ? Updated kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, and ample cabinetry ? Custom-built family room overlooking patio and garden areas with 2 walls of sliding glass doors, multiple skylights, and recessed lighting ? Master suite with custom lighting and large walk-in closet with built-ins ? Bathrooms with tile floors ? Hardwood floors in living areas and bedrooms ? Large finished attic space for storage with easy access ? Washer and dryer in unit ? Expansive yard with slate tile patio, multiple seating areas, raised beds, irrigation, hot tub, water feature, mature fruit trees, 2 garden sheds ? Side driveway with 1-car parking ? Custom garden gate from driveway to backyard ? Convenient location close to North Berkeley BART; Monterey Market; Gilman Whole Foods; greenbelt; multiple restaurants and cafes; freeway access 17