This charming Berkeley bungalow offers an ideally accessible location paired with a comfortable backdrop for daily life, full of character and privacy. Its sizable lot, elevated above street level, is thoughtfully landscaped with full fencing, a vegetable garden ready for spring, and a detached one-car garage. Inside, the open floorplan flows between the various needs of the day and terminates in a showstopping great room with skylights and a vaulted ceiling. This addition is infused with incredible natural light throughout the day and provides built-in shelving and access to the backyard through French doors. With hardwood floors and original built-in details in the dining room, the charisma of this home is unmistakable. The kitchen brings a functional freshness with its stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, and ample cabinetry. The basement is partially finished with a third non-conforming bedroom/ideal flex space and houses laundry and storage in a large utility room. Special features include: freshly painted interior (2021), whole-house audio system, radon mitigation system, whole-house attic fan, and new roof, gutters, and exterior paint in 2017. With its convenient access to I-70, the city and mountains are just a short ride away, while the best of Berkeley is only minutes from the doorstep. Not to be missed, this captivating abode checks all the boxes!