2900 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley, CA 94708
$7,450,000 Mortgage Calculator Active Single Family Residence
Property Details
About this Property
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.
MLS Listing Information
MLS #
EB41100592
MLS Source
Bridge MLS
Days on Site
42
Interior Features
Bathrooms
Primary - Tile, Primary - Tub, Primary - Updated Bath(s), Tile, Updated Bath(s)
Kitchen
Breakfast Bar, Countertop - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Other, Pantry, Skylight(s), Updated
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Other, Oven - Double, Oven Range, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room
Formal Dining Room, Other
Fireplace
Dining Room, Living Room
Flooring
Tile
Laundry
In Laundry Room
Cooling
Central -1 Zone
Heating
Heating - 2+ Zones
Exterior Features
Roof
Tile
Pool
None, Pool - No
Style
Other
Parking, School, and Other Information
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Garage, Parking Area, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Contact Information
Listing Agent
Adrienne Tunney Krumins
The GRUBB Company
License #: 01296734
Phone: (510) 928-4521
Co-Listing Agent
Anian Tunney
The GRUBB Company
License #: 00812754
Phone: (510) 339-0400
Neighborhood: Around This Home
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2900 Buena Vista Way is a Single Family Residence in Berkeley, CA 94708. This 7,526 square foot property sits on a 0.71 Acres Lot and features 6 bedrooms & 7 full and 1 partial bathrooms. It is currently priced at $7,450,000 and was built in 1929. This address can also be written as 2900 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley, CA 94708.
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This listing information is up-to-date as of July 15, 2025. For the most current information, please contact Adrienne Tunney Krumins, (510) 928-4521
