Exquisitely Updated Blackhawk Estate

This exquisite Blackhawk Country Club Estate is filled with an abundance of treasures, inside and out! Featuring picture-perfect views of Mt. Diablo, fabulous outdoor space, five generous bedrooms, and a private suite accessible by elevator. This property is bursting with countless upgrades and surprises at every corner to delight the most discerning buyer. This magnificent estate is turn-key and ready to be enjoyed. It is truly an entertainer’s dream, with large and elegant rooms with numerous fireplaces, and a Pebble Tec-type swimming pool and spa with stunning views. 

With 5,363 square feet of living space, the home features a massive gourmet kitchen, family room, formal dining and living room, an office, library, five bedrooms, four and a half baths, and a 1,300 square foot suite of rooms (accessible by elevator) with a kitchen, bathroom, bedroom with walk-in closet, and a great room; perfect for in-laws or an au pair. The private in-law/ au pair suite can easily be converted to a home theater with already installed CAT5 wiring. The light-filled floor plan showcases the wonderful layout of this move-in-ready home. Take in all the details throughout, such as the crown and chair rail molding, and designer carpet and hardwood floors. Located in a private cul-de-sac in the heart of Blackhawk Country Club, it's a short walk to the Lakeside Country Club from the estate. 

As you approach this estate, the long redwood tree-lined driveway offers much sought-after privacy and serenity. The style of the home is reminiscent of a Nantucket or Cape Cod, complete with a wrap-around porch that extends through the backyard. The newly painted exterior is white with black trim, elevating the curb appeal to a whole new level. Attention to detail surrounds you wherever you look. The wrap-around covered porch is constructed with flooring that mirrors the interior hardwood flooring, for a seamless entry into the home. 

The car lover or woodworker will fall in love with the 3 car plus garage, complete with two workspaces and a workbench, epoxy floors, a large safe, and a huge storage area. The gorgeous wrought iron rain glass front door will leave your guests in awe before they even enter the home. Step into the grand entryway and be mesmerized by the sweeping high ceilings and spectacular and renovated wrought iron staircase. The interior has been freshly painted. 

The large office is downstairs off of the entryway and makes an impact with double glass French doors and a window looking out to the front of the property. The beauty and functionality of this room make it perfect and inspiring for those days spent working from home, doing homework, or anything you can imagine this space to be to make life easier. The living room is impressive and is located to the right of the entryway. The space is very stately and dramatic, with a newer fireplace and designer carpeting, and is surrounded by windows that let in all the beautiful natural sunlight. 

Enjoy the view of the front and side yard from the many windows in the room. The formal dining room flows from the living room and offers an ample area for a big dining room table to enjoy all your family gatherings and celebrations in grand style. The chandelier sparkles from an abundance of natural lighting from not one, but two sets of double glass French doors, which offer a beautiful peek out to the spectacular backyard as you dine. If that isn’t enough to soak up the views, even more windows surround the room and allow the inside to come in. Notice the newly painted baseboards throughout the home, as no detail has gone untouched. 

The gourmet kitchen is the true heart of the home. The new white kitchen cabinets provide fabulous storage for all your cooking and preparation needs, and the glass detailing on some of the cabinets adds a twinkle of sparkle and lightness to the space. The highly functional large island is the centerpiece of the kitchen, and a great spot to prep, or just hang out with family and friends. Cook to your heart's content on the Viking 6 burner stovetop, and double ovens. The walk-in pantry is a dream with so much storage, and the breakfast nook is the perfect spot for a kitchen table and casual, everyday dining. The kitchen spills out seamlessly to the backyard-covered porch for easy entertaining. 

The family room offers an additional fireplace for snuggling up on those cozy winter nights, as well as a beautiful wet bar complete with white cabinetry, a refrigerator, and open shelving, excellent for hosting! There is a custom built-in AV cabinet with an audiophile equipment rack and in-ceiling speakers for awesome sound quality.  The entire in-home sound system includes seven high-end in-ceiling speakers, three wireless access points, six custom outdoor audio speakers, a whole-house intercom system, and nine security cameras around the home’s perimeter. Glass french doors complete this family room and offer yet another spectacular view out to the covered deck and picturesque views of the backyard. The half bathroom completes the lower level of the home and has been fully updated with white cabinetry and modern and stylish fixtures. 

A wide staircase ascends to the second floor of the home which boasts five bedrooms and four full bathrooms. As you enter the landing, notice the continuation of the beautiful hardwood floors, and the wrought iron detailing from the stairs. The first bedroom is very spacious and includes a large built-in desk, TV sitting area, and a full bathroom with a nice tile shower and fixtures. The bedroom also has a large walk-in closet and is an amazing retreat-like space! The second bedroom is also large and includes a nook area, a large walk-in closet, and a Jack-and-Jill bathroom that has been updated with a stunning modern vanity, and a newly upgraded shower over a bathtub with gorgeous detailing. The third bedroom is also spacious, with views to the backyard, and also connects to the Jack and Jill bathroom. The laundry room is conveniently located upstairs and has been completely updated with new white cabinetry and hardwood floors. A perfect space to make this endless chore more enjoyable! 

The primary ensuite welcomes you home with a dramatic double-door entrance, which leads to a well-thought-out separation between the bedroom and bath ensuite. The bedroom area has yet another fireplace, window bench seating, a newer ceiling fan, and chair rail molding. The ensuite bath has double sinks, a very sizable walk-in shower, a separate soaking bathtub, large floor tile, and mirrored his and hers closets. This primary ensuite is the perfect getaway after a long day.

One of the most alluring and yet practical features of this estate is the In-Law or Au Pair suite, which is upstairs and is in its wing of the home for optimal privacy. Located directly above the garage, there is an elevator with multiple access points from the porch and garage that provide access to the in-law/ au pair suite, including an access point with no steps at all. As you enter that wing of the home, a beautiful library with gorgeous built-in bookshelves welcomes you and provides a nice transition and separation from the rest of the home to the in-law/ au pair space. A giant great room with a family room area and kitchen marks the beginning of the in-law/ au pair suite. The kitchen is fully equipped with a granite island, built-in cabinets, a gas range stove, a microwave, and everything needed for a fully functioning kitchen. The great room has designer carpets, an electric fireplace, built-in cabinets, and a huge living space. There is a separate bedroom with a full bathroom and a large walk-in closet. The bathroom has a large shower with handrails nice tiling details and vanity. Every aspect of this space has been created with attention to detail and features to provide a lovely space for any age. The separate entrance (via the elevator) adds not only privacy but also accessibility. No in-laws or au pair? This would be a perfect guest suite for visitors or an awesome recreation area for kids and teens alike. The possibilities are endless with this addition to the home.

The same care and consideration that was put into the inside of the home, was also extended to the backyard of the .34 acre flat property. The backyard is situated on the 9th hole of the Lakeside golf course and offers incredible views of the course and Mt. Diablo in the background. Relax on your covered, wrap-around porch and soak in the beauty of nature surrounding you. The porch provides fantastic shade for those hot summer days, and as the evening falls, enjoy the ambiance of the firepit. There’s plenty of space for outdoor dining and living. The pool and spa is a pebble tec type of finish and the patio around it is flagstone. The lawn area in the backyard allows children and pets room to romp around and play, and blends in seamlessly with the natural environment. Relax in your private paradise and enjoy California-style living at its finest.

This home offers an abundance of delightful details to satisfy the most discerning buyer. Please refer to the insert for a list of the many upgrades done throughout the years to make this home into what it is today. With no detail overlooked, or too small, and the abundance of updates throughout the home and yard, this property has it all. Located in the heart of the sought-after Blackhawk Country Club, this upscale community is home to the Blackhawk Country Club, which features two championship golf courses, tennis and bocce ball courts, clubhouses, a pool and swim team, and a state-of-the-art fitness center, as well as casual and upscale restaurants. Blackhawk is conveniently located with access to San Francisco, and Silicon Valley. Perfectly located in the heart of the tri-valley. Enjoy all the shopping and dining experiences that Blackhawk Plaza and Downtown Danville have to offer. Drive a short distance to the Livermore wineries and quaint main street in Pleasanton. Blackhawk is home to the award-winning San Ramon Valley Unified School District and is surrounded by private school opportunities as well. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a slice of paradise in the highly regarded Blackhawk Country Club.