“Smells good to me!” I was down on hands and knees, with my nose hovering inches above the concrete floor of Nancy’s basement. After a recent rainstorm, some seepage had occurred in the basement, and shortly after, a foul odor had emanated from that … [Read more...] about Case of the Stinky Basement
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I spell “bliss” b-u-r-r-a-t-a
I love burrata any time of year, but when fresh heirloom tomatoes are available, it’s possible to elevate the taste and texture of burrata to a plane of pure bliss. I am going to share with you my favorite burrata concoction. (Burrata is a fresh … [Read more...] about I spell “bliss” b-u-r-r-a-t-a
Light-filled Mediterranean home in the Berkeley hills
What I like best about this house is the massive, ancient boulder under tall Redwoods in the back yard. Its South-facing exposure ensures it's flooded with natural light all day, and the lower level with separate entry and bath make an ideal, private … [Read more...] about Light-filled Mediterranean home in the Berkeley hills
the tree that tried to eat a house
It happened one dark and stormy night. Mom and Dad Putnam and their 3 small children were snug in their beds in their home bordering Tilden Park in the Berkeley hills. Suddenly, above the cracking of thunder and lightning, a different sort of loud … [Read more...] about the tree that tried to eat a house
Hello, I’m Holly Rose. I help people buy and sell homes in the East Bay. I specialize in fine old homes with interesting or historically significant architecture.