An extraordinary estate property in Lafayette’s coveted Happy Valley offers over-the-top luxury and a unique opportunity to further develop in this prime setting.
The gated two-parcel, almost 3.3-acre property at 3943 Happy Valley Road sits at the end of a private paver drive. A custom-designed and built two-level home graces 2.3 acres and is filled with fine features and finishes surrounded by outdoor terraces and resort-style amenities.
Almost an acre of adjoining land is impeccably landscaped by the renowned David Thorne. It features enchanting garden paths meandering among shade and fruit trees, berry vines, a greenhouse, multiple raised vegetable beds, and lush foliage.
Retain this expansive gardenscape or consider developing this property into another grand residence, add a guesthouse or an ADU while retaining each home’s exclusive ultra-private setting.
Designed by Gorny and Associates Architects and built in 2012 and remodeled in 2023 by Young and Burton Inc., this home showcases about 8,620 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms, an open-concept chef’s kitchen and great room, a 20-seat movie theater, a game room, a hair salon, and a massage room.
Outdoor amenities include a tennis/pickleball court, batting cage, putting green, and a pavilion with a fireplace, grill, warming drawer, sink, wine refrigerator, freezer, and towel warmer. The custom Beverly Hills-designed pool, surrounded by tropical landscaping, features a two-level grotto with a fire pit at the top, a rock wall, a fountain, two spas, televisions, a water slide and a surf system. It’s a must-see to appreciate all the bells and whistles of this elaborate “play” area.
Custom interior finishes include Venetian plaster walls, gorgeous barrel, and exposed wood ceilings that soar to 20 feet, travertine floors, custom ironwork, Eldorado stone accents, Marvin windows and doors with retractable door screens, Truitt and White wood detailing, millwork, Hammerton Lighting chandeliers, and recessed lighting. Walls of windows, transoms and multiple French doors create a light-filled interior.
Enter the custom glass and wood front door and into a grand entry.
A wall of window completely opens, blurring the definition of indoor-outdoor space from the great room to the loggia, poolside patios and outdoor kitchen. The more than 1,300-square-foot great room features custom cabinetry, Hammerton lighting and a dining area with a herringbone wood floor and views of the front gardens and pool. The chef’s kitchen is beautifully appointed with granite counters, a carved stone mosaic tile backsplash, custom cabinetry, an oversize almost 5-by-10-foot island/breakfast bar and two Shaws original sinks. Appliances include a 48-inch dual oven Wolf range, Dacor oven, microwave and warming drawer, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Bosch dishwasher, KitchenAid ice maker, and a Uline wine refrigerator.
Invite everyone to movie night in the 20-seat theater built by Pro Home Systems with soundproof walls, a 6-by-10-foot screen, and a Barco RLM W6 projector. Enjoy the comfort of custom reclining leather chairs and couches, handcrafted lighting, automated curtains, and a wet bar with a custom faucet, mosaic sink, microwave, and wine refrigerator.
Six pocket doors in the game room open to the outdoor entertainment venues and provide views of the tennis court and pool. This almost 800-square-foot room has six built-in flat-screen televisions, custom woodwork, room for gaming, a pool table and more.
Also on the main level is a hair salon with Belvedere fixtures, a cast iron shampoo bowl, custom cabinetry, a salon chair and a mirror with a built-in television.
Two bedrooms on the main level have automated window shades, private access to the backyard and en suites with Victoria Albert free-standing tubs, glass-enclosed showers and floating vanities.
The primary retreat is located on the upper level and was recently completed. This almost 400-square-foot room has a balcony overlooking the pool, new carpet, a high ceiling and a substantial walk-in closet room. The en suite is the epitome of luxury with a Crosswater free-standing tub, a large walk-in shower with dual shower heads and tile surround, dual sinks, custom vanities, and washer and dryer hookups. The fourth bedroom, also on this level, was also renovated in 2023 and has access to a deck and pergola with backyard views and a balcony overlooking the tennis court.
Additional features include a massage room with a custom stone floor and built-in cabinetry, a three-car garage, attic storage above the garage, Minka Aire George Kovacs ceiling fans, and a well for irrigation. There is a built-in security system with cameras, four Tempstar furnaces and air-conditioner split systems, and 38 solar panels with solar backup.
The deep setback off Happy Valley Road creates an ultra-private and serene setting just a five-minute drive from downtown Lafayette, BART, and freeway access. Top-rated schools in the Lafayette and Acalanes school districts are also nearby, including a five-minute walk to Happy Valley Elementary.
Price: $10,995,000
Where: 3943 Happy Valley Road, Lafayette
Shown by appointment only.
Website: 3041HappyValleyRd.com
Listing agent: Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty. Ann Newton Cane. DRE# 02084093. (415) 995-0253. a.newtoncane@ggsir.com
