A classic beauty, this sunny 5BR/2.5BA home offers an easy Berkeley lifestyle in the heart of the coveted Claremont Court neighborhood. A double-sided staircase welcomes you to this 2869 SQFT home?s foyer with built-in glass cabinets and porthole window. Vintage details abound including signature windows, pocket doors, decorative ceilings, crown molding, and built-ins, while new recessed lighting and refinished hardwood floors span the home. The bright living room has a fireplace and built-in bookcase. Gracious flow leads to the formal dining room and upgraded eat-in kitchen with a bay window of the backyard. The kitchen boasts new cabinets, counters and appliances. Easily access the spacious yard and patio for entertaining or play. The first floor is complete with a bedroom and powder room (with room to expand). Four bedrooms are upstairs with roomy closets and gorgeous windows. Three share a full bath, and the primary boasts a new ensuite bath, walk-in closet and bay window overlooking the Claremont Hotel. Laundry, storage and wine cellar are in the basement. Nearby: top schools, parks, trails in the hills, shopping & dining in Claremont and Elmwood neighborhoods, and the Cal campus with cultural & intellectual offerings, rec pools, gym, and camps. The best of Berkeley living!