1143 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549

Beautifully sited on .88 acres in desirable Happy Valley, this thoughtfully updated single story home has an incredible picturesque and private setting with magnificently landscaped gardens, level yard, and sensational views of the surrounding hills. Designed with walls of windows and glass doors, patios, salt water pool, play areas, and an enchanting outdoor amphitheater, the property offers California living at its best. The location is prime- close to vibrant downtown Lafayette, recreation areas, and easy commuter access.Home Features: A well designed floor plan with spaces so well utilized the home lives large.Front Entry: Connecticut blue flagstone walkway with brick surround, vaulted entry porch ceiling, and oversized door entry with glass sidelights and attractive Baldwin hardware.Gracious Living Room: A grand sized room with walls of glass, crown molding, and wide plank oak hardwood floors. Large picture windows, French door opening to a covered patio "outdoor room" and pool, and views of surrounding hills. Traditional style fireplace with marble surround and hearth, wood mantle, and gas log set for easy enjoyment. Formal Dining: Two walls of glass including a sliding door that opens to the covered "outdoor room" and pool. Crown molding, random plank oak hardwood floors. Kitchen: Well equipped with stainless steel appliances including Dacor stove, Miele dishwasher, prep sink. Granite counters, pantry, crown molding, random plank hardwood floors. Deep stainless sink with a great view of the pool and surrounding hills. Informal eating area has a fun chandelier and glass sliding door to the outdoors.Family Room: Beamed ceiling, built-ins and space for an entertainment center. A wall of glass with sliding door open out to patio and pool. Wood burning, brick fireplace with stone hearth.Bedroom wing hall has three skylights, random plank hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and raised panel interior doors.Baths: One a powder room with Kohler sink, two skylights, separate w.c. The other, a full bath with two vanities, granite counters, separate tile shower/bathtub, and door to yard.Three generous sized Bedrooms: All with hardwood floors, crown moldings, ceiling fans and recessed lighting.Private Master Suite: Featuring a wall of glass with door that opens out to a small covered brick patio, pool and patio, and view of the surrounding hills. Hardwood floors, ceiling fan, and walk-in plus extra closet.The master bath features two vanities with granite counters, large tile shower, walk-in plus two closets. Laundry Room: Built-in cabinetry, washer and dryer, skylight.Oversized two-car garage with great storage.Great updates, sparkling hardwood floors, multiple skylights, crown and baseboard moldings, raised panel interior doors, recessed lighting, two fireplaces, updated windows and glass/French doors.Lovely Private . 88* Acre Grounds:A gardener's delight with an abundance of beautifully landscaped gardens, pathways and play areas. The salt water swimming pool has a picturesque setting and is surrounded by a patio with brick trim. A flagstone pathway meanders past a mature lemon tree and leads to the incredible rear yard with a charming wood playhouse complete with covered porch, raised vegetable beds, and a large level play area, perfect for a sport court. There are mature oaks, redwoods, and citrus.Beyond is an extensively terraced garden featuring rock walls and rock trimmed pathways, native plantings including many different species of native grasses, thoughtfully designed sitting areas, and a wonderful outdoor amphitheater that has been the venue for many family and friend productions.Views of the breathtaking Happy Valley hills as well as the Las Trampas Range can be enjoyed from this very unique and special property.Top Rated Schools: Happy Valley Elementary, Stanley Intermediate, Acalanes High School District: (Please check with districts for school availability)Happy Valley Elementary 2010 California Distinguished SchoolF