A private hillside retreat just minutes from downtown Lafayette! *Ask how to make this a 4th bedroom home* Set in the desirable Tanglewood neighborhood, this distinctive home offers over 3,400+ square feet of living space on approx 0.59 acres, surrounded by mature trees with beautiful valley and treetop views. Two expansive living areas provide plenty of space for everyday living and entertaining. The impressive great room features vaulted ceilings with exposed clear redwood beams, a striking stone fireplace, generous dining area, and expansive windows overlooking the deck and gardens. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a large center island, while a second oversized living room opens through French doors to the backyard and covered front porch. Two bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on the main level, while the expansive upstairs primary suite features treetop views, an oversized walk-in closet, soaking tub, dual vanities, and convenient laundry, with potential to add a fourth bedroom upstairs. This room has potential to convert into 4 bedrooms. The paver driveway is large with enough room for multiple cars. Additional highlights include quarter-sawn oak floors, an attached two-car garage, and Tesla Powerwall battery storage. With its private setting, generous proportions, and distinctive architectural character, this property offers an opportunity to update and personalize a truly unique home. Enjoy highly regarded Lafayette schools, nearby trails, downtown shopping and dining, BART, and Highway 24 just minutes away.