1720 Toyon Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549

This Reliez Valley home is a private sanctuary. The main level offers formal spaces to the left and casual spaces to the right, linked by French oak hardwoods. The 384-sq-ft living room has a limestone fireplace. The dining room alongside welcomes 10-12 guests under elevated ceilings. The spacious family room also has a soaring ceiling. Nearby, a breakfast nook provides garden and pool views. Between sits the kitchen, with elite appliances, countertops, an island and bar seating. For entertainment, the home offers an 85 TV and sound system, and a spectacular 400-sq-ft cinema. A large office on the main level makes work from home easy. The 5 bedrooms are on the lower level, ensuring privacy. The principal suite is a serene haven with a custom fireplace, garden views, deck access, walk-in closet, and a spa-like bath. A second principal suite has its own en-suite bath, closet with built-in desk, and deck access. An au pair suite (now configured as a gym), with a separate entrance, completes the floor. The outdoor dining terrace seats 12-14 by a fireplace. Just steps below lie the lush lawn and heated pool and sun deck. A slate roof offers enhanced fire resistance. Although just 2 miles from Springhill Elementary and Acalanes High, the home feels a world apart, surrounded by nature.