Rare Happy Valley Estate

Offered for the first time in 52 years, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Happy Valley’s rare estates—quiet, private, and perfectly located! 

Through private gates and situated in the Lafayette’s sought-after Happy Valley neighborhood, this one level estate offers an unparalleled blend of privacy, timeless architecture, and extraordinary indoor-outdoor living on nearly three acres of lush, sprawling grounds. This understated residence feels worlds away—yet provides easy access to commute routes, downtown Lafayette and Orinda shops and restaurants, the Lafayette Resevior, Oakwood Athletic Club,  top-rated Happy Valley Elementary, and miles of treasured Lafayette hiking and biking trails.

Designed primarily on one level, the 5,014± sq ft residence is oriented around gardens, patios, and natural vistas, with many sets of French doors and picture windows that frame the landscape from every room. Each space is crafted to enjoy outdoor living—from morning coffee on the brick terrace to enjoying the sunset on the large redwood deck shaded by redwoods, magnolia trees, and mature plantings.

Inside, classic traditional architecture is elevated with luxurious painted wood paneling, natural hardwood floors, bay windows, vaulted ceilings, gorgeous light fixtures, as well as generous and flexible living spaces with access to all parts of the property. 

The expansive kitchen is a true working chef’s hub—double oven, electric cooktop, wine fridge, two sinks, a expansive center island, counter seating, spacious pantry, marble nook for the baker, seamless flow for cooking and access to the spacious brick terrace via the fabulous dutch door.  The adjacent family room boast custom designed wood ceilings, large bay window and French doors to the exterior; these spaces provides an ideal spot for gathering. 

The formal living and dining rooms form the stunning heart of the home, centered around a large wood-burning fireplace with an impressive mantel and stone surround that adds warmth and character. Soaring ceilings, statement chandeliers, refined wall sconces, and wide-plank hardwood floors create an elevated ambiance, while five sets of French doors frame garden views and invite effortless indoor-outdoor living.

The bedroom wing is anchored by a serene and spacious primary suite, complete with French door to the gardens, large picture windows, custom built-in shelving, and a beautifully updated bath with chic gray large format tile, a large walk-in shower, separate soaking tub with garden views, private water closet, and walk-in closet with custom built ins. The Jack and Jill bedrooms share a bath and enjoy soothing views of the landscape. The fourth en suite bedroom with vaulted ceilings and its own French-door access to the pool and gardens—creates a resort-like retreat for guests. A fifth bedroom with its own full bath sits conveniently near the kitchen, perfect for an au-pair, in-laws, office or extended-stay visitors.

Through the kitchen dutch door, a flexible Bonus/Family room upstairs offers a variety of usability: an ideal teen hangout, or a large private office for two. And  the lower-level spaces, including the laundry room, offer flexibility: art room, gym, office, you decide.

A three-car garage provides substantial storage above and below completes this incredible property.

The grounds of this private approximate 2.96 =/- acres home are a defining hallmark of this estate. The focal point of these stunning gardens is large rectangular pool with spa surrounded by brick patio,expansive lawns, mature magnolias, maples, redwoods and oaks. With generous entertaining areas, shade-dappled pathways, and layered gardens, expansive redwood deck that enhance the sense of privacy and tranquility.