Melding the best of history and modern conveniences, this townhouse was built in the 1880's and re-envisioned in the 90's, and sits just steps from vibrant 4th Street shopping district. Interesting architectural details abound, including unique plaster walls, high ceilings and numerous skylights. The street level is spacious and flexible; it is used as a principal bedroom and home office by the current owners and it features an eclectic bathroom and two large closet areas. Accessed through French doors front and back, this room opens wide to the lovely, sunny backyard, which offers both a stone patio and a beautiful planted garden. Upstairs, you'll find bamboo floors and soaring 16-foot-high ceilings. The modern, open kitchen/dining area provides plenty of storage. This level also houses the second bedroom and a spacious bathroom with laundry closet. Close to the Berkeley Marina and all the restaurants, shops and amenities of Fourth Street and many commute options to San Francisco.