Modern & Farmhouse

3911 Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, California

Offered at: $7,350,000

Exquisite Happy Valley, Lafayette Estate 

In the heart of Happy Valley on a quiet private lane sits a masterfully remodeled estate set on an expansive 1.5+ acre oak and redwood studded lot with a 6089 sq foot, 7 bedroom, 6.5 bath, home. A luxurious view property expertly and completely redesigned by Dotter & Solfjeld architects, a stellar design build firm. 

Superb quality and a thoughtful extensive interior and exterior remodel using natural honest materials has transformed this property into a contemporary work of art, so functional for a modern family.  Indoor and outdoor living aligned with nature and sky and top-of-the-line design and finishes are sure to impress. The backyard includes flat grassy play areas, newly resurfaced paved patios and pathways to flat grassy areas and a fully functional tennis/pickle ball court with impressive lighting and spectator seating.

The dramatic front porch with gray slate opens to the gracious entry and beyond to the dining room with statement accordion doors leading to expansive 1161 square feet of Timbertech French white oak decks, views, and the backyard. This stunning home is bright and airy with 10 ft + high ceilings and a sweeping floorplan where living spaces flow effortlessly.  Showcased are Euro Oak Mannu collection flooring throughout, walls of Marvin wood windows, solid Trustile wood doors, smooth textured walls, a sleek metal roof.

The center of the home is the Chef’s dream kitchen that is as beautiful as it is functional having every possible amenity including two porcelain slab peninsulas and a separate island with custom waterfall designs. You will find streamlined European style New Century custom cabinets, an ample walk-in pantry storage, a 6 burner, double oven Wolf range, Sub Zero French door refrigerator. A wine refrigerator, COVE dishwasher, and Franke fixtures.  

The kitchen opens to an expansive entertainment room complete with built in surround sound and subwoofer, a classic floor to ceiling Venetian plastered wood-burning fireplace, and a contemporary worked metal bookshelf. No detail has been spared in designing this home and it is perfect for entertaining! 

A stylish formal living room away from the fray, is framed by walls of glass inviting the outside in, a 60” gas fireplace, and an extensive deck overlooking the lush backyard.

The Spa style primary suite is tucked away with its own deck overlooking the back yard and an enviable wall to ceiling tiled bathroom. Highlights include a soaking tub, dual rain shower heads, a floating underlit dual vanity, and backlit mirror. The space would not be complete without an amazing custom designed closet. On the other side of the home, the separate bedroom wing has two generous ensuites, a large laundry room perfect for keeping everything organized, two additional bedrooms and a hall bath. 

On the other side of the home past the mud room, the separate bedroom wing has two generous ensuites. Plus a large laundry room perfect for keeping everything organized, two additional bedrooms and a hall bath and ample linen and closet space.

Below is the main home with exterior access is a 480 sf sq ft tastefully remodeled unit with a large living area, plumbed for a kitchen, a bedroom/office, and a full bath. The two-car garage also has a 241 square foot bonus room that makes an ideal office, gym or art studio. Above the garage is a fully remodeled 726 sq ft one bedroom luxury apartment with its own deck, separate meter and address. 

The outside of the home includes a Kynar slate gray metal roof with 5000 sf ft of a new paver driveway and patios designed by Viking Pavers, including engineered retaining walls. The spectacular outside spaces were professionally designed and landscaped including drought tolerant landscaping and decorative plantings. A home with all the important extras including a Nest thermostat, a security system with exterior cameras, WIFI, outdoor speakers, electric car EV 220 Outlet, instant hot water heater, multiple HVAC zones and the entry is prepped for an electronic gate.

Happy Valley is a 2023 Distinguished school and has been recognized year after year.  Close to top public, private and parochial schools. Neighborhood kids have been sighted walking down Valley View Road together walking to and from school. on their way to school. A quiet family-oriented neighborhood.  Bike and walkable to downtown Lafayette.  Indoor/outdoor living at its finest.

An outstanding private and flawlessly designed estate!