Prominently sited on Buena Vista Way, the Hume Cloister is a Berkeley treasure, steeped in history and architectural splendor. This Gothic Revival estate, designed in 1927 by John Hudson Thomas for Samuel & Portia Bell Hume, evokes a 13th-century French monastery. Samuel, a UC Berkeley professor & curator, and Portia, a pioneering psychiatrist, envisioned a sanctuary of creativity & reflection. Set on over 2/3 of an acre, the estate offers panoramic SF Bay views w/ the Golden Gate Bridge perfectly framed off the terrace. At its heart lies a serene cloister courtyard lined w/ arched colonnades, featuring a stone wishing well. Extensively restored over the last 7yrs, it offers the comfort of modern amenities while preserving exquisite historic details. The living room w/ 25’ ceilings features a large fireplace & mezzanine library w/ office overlooking the Bay. Kitchen includes Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator & custom millwork. The landscaped grounds include a koi pond, bocce court, greenhouse, garden beds, redwood grove, and a hot tub deck off primary suite. An attached guest house offers full accommodations, including a modern kitchen, laundry, BR & LR. More than a home, the Hume Cloister is a rare blend of history, design & soul, a timeless retreat ready for its next chapter.
Property Type(s):
Single Family
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Last Updated
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6/6/2025
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Tract
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BERKELEY HILLS
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Year Built
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1929
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County
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Alameda
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Additional Details
| AIR |
Central Air |
| AIR CONDITIONING |
Yes |
| APPLIANCES |
Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Free-Standing Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer |
| BASEMENT |
Partial, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION |
Concrete |
| EXTERIOR |
Entry Gate, Garden, Garden/Play, Other, Private Entrance, See Remarks, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic |
| FIREPLACE |
Yes |
| GARAGE |
2, Attached, Parking Lot, Private |
| HEAT |
Zoned |
| INTERIOR |
Breakfast Bar, Formal Dining Room, Library, Office, Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Workshop |
| LOT |
0.71 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION |
Landscaped, Other, Premium Lot, Private, Secluded |
| PARKING |
Attached, Parking Lot, Private |
| POOL |
Yes |
| POOL DESCRIPTION |
None |
| STORIES |
3+ |
| STYLE |
Other, See Remarks |
| SUBDIVISION |
BERKELEY HILLS |
| WATERFRONT |
Yes |
Listing provided by Adrienne Tunney Krumins | 510-928-4521The GRUBB Company
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