$4,995,000

Nestled in Upper Happy Valley behind a private gate, this light-filled custom rancher offers the ultimate California lifestyle on a rare, 1± acre lot. Renovated and expanded 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. 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!