Enchanting garden oasis in the Elmwood! This handsome brown shingled Craftsman sits on a leafy green block in the heart of the Elmwood district, tucked behind a private gate, surrounded by award-winning landscape design by Robert Trachtenberg. Enter through the private front garden. The gracious entry flows to a large living room with a gas fireplace, a pretty paneled dining room, a laundry room with a half bathroom, and an office with gorgeous garden views! The updated kitchen welcomes in the greenery of the garden, with a convenient 2nd staircase to the upper floor. The elegant main staircase offers tall windows, bench seating, and access to the upper 4+ bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a sunroom. Garden features include an expansive bluestone patio, gas fire pit area, lush layered plantings, landscape lighting, a private sunken hot tub and outdoor shower, and a charming detached studio with loft! 2 off-street parking spaces plus a 96 WalkScore® complete the package. Heaven right here in Berkeley!