Enjoy exceptional architectural detailing and woodwork in this gracious Crocker Highlands traditional style home. A great house for entertaining, this beautiful home has a wonderful floor plan with good flow from room to room. The spacious living room has a handsome fireplace with decorative tile and built-in bookcases. The living room opens to a solarium with a tile floor, wrought-iron balcony and a wonderful tree view. The sunroom connects to a dramatic formal dining room with the same lovely tree view. The remodeled kitchen features granite countertops and cottonwood cabinets. There is a bedroom and bath off the kitchen for guests or an au pair. Or, this space could e used for a family room/den off the kitchen. The kitchen has a door that leads to the backyard with brick patio, garden and a large parking area that could double as a sport court. The patio is great for summer lunches and barbecues. There are three bedrooms upstairs and two bathrooms, including a master suite with its own fireplace. One bedroom has been fitted with built-in bookcases, and is currently used as a library/den. The covered terrace off the upper level is accessible through French doors from one bedroom and the hallway. Additional features include: Major seismic, foundation & retaining wall renovations; improved drainage; upgraded plumbing & electrical; tile roof refurbished in 1997; security system; attic insulation; plenty of off-street parking; attached garage with inside access to the house; fabulous home office with a view of the garden; basement storage, wine closet, work shop and laundry; DirecTV dish; main level bathroom updated; hardwood floors; recirculating hot water system; central vacuum system; underground utilities; automatic irrigation system; convenient location close in shops and transportation; located in one of Oakland’s most desirable neighborhoods.