Property Detail

Description

Nestled in Upper Happy Valley behind a private gate, this light-filled custom rancher offers the ultimate California lifestyle on a rare, flat 1± acre lot. Rebuilt in 2001 and designed for everyday living and entertaining, this residence features soaring ceilings, skylights, and walls of glass that flood the interiors with natural light and create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. Step inside to the elegant formal living and dining rooms that are framed by expansive windows overlooking the gardens.The gourmet kitchen boasts top-tier appliances, a center island, and sun-drenched breakfast nook, opening to a vaulted-ceiling family room with fireplace, built-ins, and large sliders to the backyard oasis.The flexible layout boasts 6 bedrooms, including an in-law suite with private entrance and kitchen, plus a bedroom/office with wraparound windows. Resort-like grounds offer a sparkling pool and spa, covered outdoor kitchen with heaters and fireplace, sports & bocce courts, gym/flex space, expansive level lawn, rose garden with fountain, lush landscaping and multiple venues for entertaining and play. A detached 4-car tandem garage is complemented by generous guest parking. Minutes to top-rated Lafayette schools, Oakwood, the Reservoir, BART & downtown.The epitome California living!