On lovely tree-lined Banks Street in the heart of Bernal Heights, a one minute walk to Cortland and a few minutes walk to Bernal Hill, this home is the one you've been waiting for! Designed with an architect as the owner's primary residence, this ~2300 sft, three level, four bedroom, four bath to-the-studs renovation is a rare find.
The main level is filled with light emanating from the expansive bay windows, and the windows and door off of the kitchen, which opens to the resort style patio and garden. The light and airy living, dining and kitchen spaces flow together with soaring ceilings, period details, and a gas fireplace. The professional kitchen is thoughtfully designed and beautifully executed: quartz countertops, Bertazzoni range, top of the line stainless appliances, a built-in desk space, and a large undermount sink overlooking the garden's lovely redwood and Japanese maple trees. A spacious bedroom and a full bath complete the main level.
Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms, and two full baths. The luxurious principal suite offers a walk-in closet and a sumptuous en suite, skylit bath with double sink vanity with marble countertop, spacious two person shower, and a soaking tub. A laundry room, and a deep closet (that has doubled as a nursery!) complete the top level. On the ground floor an expansive fourth bedroom that could double as a family/media room or guest suite, a tiled, full bath with steam shower, and a home office — all with radiant heating.
Outside, there is a professionally landscaped, sun filled, private garden with built-in seating, low-maintenance turf, outdoor kitchen with built-in sink, 32" Lion Premium gas grill, and a built-in firepit, connected to a natural gas line. Huge garage with ample storage, and custom built storage for bins at the front of the home.
New foundation and structural upgrades throughout. Owned solar panels. Dual zone air conditioning on the main and upper levels. Newer sewer line, plumbing, heating, roof, and electrical systems. Tankless water heater, wired for ethernet throughout, in-ceiling speakers. California Closets designed closet systems. Heated, automated Toto Washlets with bidets. Keyless entry.
349 Banks Street is surrounded by green open spaces. From this location, it is a quick walk to take the dog to Bernal Hill, or the kids to the Bernal library & playground, catch the tech shuttles or freeways south, and walk to shopping and eating in Cortland's village. This lovely home is truly a rare find!
