Lovely, polished 3 BR, 1 BA Mediterranean on quiet & quaint Ivy Hill. Public spaces, separated superbly from bedrooms, offering the ultimate privacy. Arched entries lead you from space to space. The grand-scale living room with fireplace features soaring, wood-beamed ceilings. Adjoining formal dining room offers plenty of room for gatherings. The eat-in kitchen, boasts original built-ins, tons of surface space, and bountiful storage. Off the kitchen, a huge laundry room & pantry area give access to the rear yard. A short flight of stairs leads to 2 large bedrooms, both w/ abundant closet space. The shared bath features a bathtub & separate shower. Plenty of storage throughout w/ original built-ins & an attached one-car garage. The 3rd BR sits downstairs & has access to the backyard. Outdoor space abound in this well-manicured, sprawling backyard; Lush lawn space, multiple vignettes, & lush foliage. A large patio off the house is perfect for entertaining & dining al-fresco. A flagstone patio under Oak trees offers another vignette; a rear area is an ideal spot for a hot tub or fire pit. The home's grounds are simply magnificent with ample space to socialize, entertain, & unwind. Great location just minutes to Lake Merritt, and freeway access.