3963 Los Arabis Drive, Lafayette
Stunning Renovated Happy Valley Retreat with Guest House
Main House: 5 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 4424± Sq. Ft. | .65± Acre Lot
Guest House: 2 Bed + Kitchen + Laundry | 1 Bath | 847± Sq. Ft.
Fall in love with this completely renovated and expanded Happy Valley retreat! Perfectly designed to live, work, play, and entertain, this impeccable property embodies the quintessential lifestyle of single-level living.
Tucked behind a picturesque cross rail fence on a dream .65-acre flat lot, the home is anchored by a spectacular great room with a vaulted V-Rustic beamed ceiling, natural gas fireplace, and expansive sliding windows opening to the covered back patio. The entertainer’s kitchen features rift-sawn white oak center island with marble countertop, high-end appliances, a separate prep area kitchen with pantry, and a light-filled breakfast nook with built-in banquet. The primary retreat with vaulted V-Rustic beamed ceiling includes a spacious bathroom with marble tile, a soaking tub, walk-in curb less shower, and expansive walk-in closet. Four additional bedrooms allow for ultimate flexibility. The home effortlessly extends outside with a detached 840± Sq. Ft. guest cottage with two rooms full bath, and kitchen ~ perfect for guests, in-laws, or office/studio space!
The magical property features sprawling lawns, manicured landscape, covered loggia, gas fire table, custom water feature, and potential pool site (with permit) for year-round indoor/outdoor living and entertaining!
Designed with sustainability in mind, the home features a Tesla Solar System and Tesla Powerwall Battery Backup, as well as energy-efficient LED lighting throughout. Outside, low-voltage LED lighting and fully automated sprinklers create an energy-efficient environment.
Located minutes from Hwy. 24, BART, Oakwood Athletic Club, Lafayette Reservoir, Downtown Lafayette, and hiking trails, this home offers just the right mix of beauty, privacy, and accessibility! In addition, it’s ideally situated close to Happy Valley Elementary in the top-rated Lafayette School District.
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Details
Team:
- Architect: Bruce Mastick
- Designer: Lora Easley
- Contractor(s): Tim McNamara / LaPointe Construction
- Landscape: Luis Sandoval / Spring Valley
Home Features:
- Lot Size: 0.65 AC / 28,314 SF
- Main House:
- 4,424 sq ft (measurement by appraiser)
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 ½ Bathrooms
- Additional 600 sq. ft. Garage w/ Storage Loft
- All custom framed (stick framed)
- Copper pipes
- Whole house fire sprinkler system
- Tesla Solar System 9kw with Tesla Power Wall & Battery Backup
- EV Car Charger Wired
Guest House Features:
- 847 sq ft ADU (measurement by appraiser)
- Completely remodeled
- 2 Br / 1 Ba - with Loft
- Full kitchen & laundry area
- French Oak hardwood floors
- Wood burning fireplace
- 3-Split HVAC Units
- Heated bathroom floor
Exterior Design Features
- Anderson 400 Series windows & Anderson Architectural Series doors
- Artisan siding by James Hardie
- Large entry with Bluestone front porch
- Covered rear porch
- Custom Bluestone fire table
- Water fountain feature
- Circular gravel driveway
- Belgrad driveway pavers
- Fence wrapping front of the property
- Outdoor shower
- 2 - Large Flat lawn Areas (space for a Sports Court, Pickleball, or Bocce)
- Pool Ready – Permitted and site prepped (plan available)
Interior Design Features
- Custom cabinetry throughout with soft-close drawers
- European white oak floors
- V-Rustic Ceilings & Beams
- Tech lighting architectural 3” recessed LED throughout
- Ultra-quiet Panasonic bathroom fans
- 2 New HVAC Systems multi-zone in main house for maximum comfort
- Spray Foam Insulation
- MusicCast whole house sound system
Kitchen
- Custom rift sawn white oak and painted cabinetry
- Calacatta marble and slate countertops with 2 inch eased edge detailing
- Clé Zellige tile backsplash
- Subzero 48” Refrigerator w/ custom panel French doors
- Miele 48” range with two ovens and dual fuel
- Miele dishwasher w/custom panel front and hidden controls
- Décor drawer microwave
- Perlick wine/drink refrigerator
- Large Island
- Chef’s kitchen w/back kitchen & Butler's Pantry
- Custom hood
- LED under-cabinet lighting
- Newport Brass fixtures in uncoated brass
- Visual Comfort pendant lights
- Dining nook with custom rattan light fixture
Living Room\Dining Room
- Vaulted V-Rustic beamed ceiling
- Built-in custom cabinetry rift sawn white oak
- Natural gas fireplace w/ marble surround
- Arterior light fixture in dining area
- Visual Comfort library lights over built-in shelves
Powder Room
- Burnished brass plumbing fixtures and bath accessories
- Custom vanity
- Hand carved Marble Sink
- Cedar & Moss light fixture
Primary Suite & Bath
- Vaulted V-Rustic beamed ceiling
- Sitting area
- Palecek light fixture
- Custom rift sawn white oak vanity w/ calacatta marble
- Phylrich plumbing fixtures in uncoated brass
- Victoria & Albert free standing Lava Stone tub and undermount sinks
- Toto toilet
- Curb less walk-in shower
- Oversized walk-in closet
- French doors to yard
Office/Guest Room
- Separate office/5th bedroom
- French doors to patio area
Laundry Room
- PentalQuartz countertops
- Custom cabinetry
- Stainless steel sink
Mudroom
- Custom built-in bench and storage
Garage
- Custom oversized garage door
- Lift-Master Elite Wall Series garage door openers - Smartphone ready
- Storage loft with ladder access
Technology Features
- Nest controlled Wi-Fi Thermostats (except Guest Cottage)
- Structured wiring throughout the main home and Guest House
- Four wireless access points for optimal Wi-Fi coverage
- 75” Samsung frame tv in family room
- Ring security camera system
- Great Room, Primary Suite, surround sound/flat panel television prewire with 5.1 surround sound
- Whole House In-ceiling sound
Outdoor Areas
- Custom natural gas fire table with Bluestone surround
- Extensive landscaping
- Fully fenced rear yards
- Automatic drip and sprinkler irrigation system
- Low-voltage LED landscape lighting
- Kitchen garden area
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