5401 Penny Ln

Danville, CA 94506

Details

Masterfully designed William Woods architecture, brilliantly crafted Summit View construction, and more than $600K in recent updated features and amenities raise the bar for luxury properties in the East Bay.

             Discover a complete package of perfection at this gated 5.3-acre estate nestled along an exclusive cul-de-sac in Danville’s picturesque Tassajara Valley. About 6,556 square feet of living space radiates a grand and sophisticated ambiance while resonating with countryside comfort. From its artfully designed vineyard, which borders the graceful curve of the front driveway, to the resort-inspired, seasonal creekside backyard dotted with dozens of majestic Live Oaks, this unique property offers an extraordinary place to reside and an exceptional lifestyle.

             The two-level home showcases attention to every detail throughout the beautifully proportioned, sizeable rooms, many of which have a seamless flow to the 1,500 square feet of front and back loggias, defined by stately columns. The interior features ceilings that soar from 9 feet to two stories, character-grade refinished Hickory hardwood floors, extensive millwork, including wainscot and crown molding, wide hallways, and abundant natural light.

             The ultra-private backyard sanctuary offers multiple venues for grand-scale entertaining or peaceful, intimate gatherings. Sprawling patios, a solar-heated pebble-tec pool and spa, an outdoor kitchen, and a cabana are surrounded by professionally designed landscaped gardens, mature trees, and ample room to roam. Consider adding an ADU/guesthouse (up to 1,700 square feet permitted), a tennis, or sports court, or envision an equestrian complex with a barn, pasture, and paddocks.

             Four en-suite bedrooms include a main-level primary suite with a recently remodeled, exceptionally appointed en suite, and a main-level guest suite. There are two powder rooms, a formal dining room, a great room, a game room, a chef’s kitchen, a 1,600-bottle wine cellar, a loft, and an executive office near a private staircase entry.  An additional 540-square-foot upper-level room, not included in the square footage, is a possible fifth bedroom, ideal storage room, or au pair quarters, with a bathroom nearby and access to the private staircase.

             Step into the great room with its high, exposed-beam, vaulted ceiling and a newly redesigned gas fireplace with a stone surround, a chiseled-edged raised hearth, and beautifully crafted Alder built-in cabinetry. A 17-foot disappearing wall of glass extends this expansive space out onto the patios and poolside.

             Behind double beveled glass pocket doors is a fabulous game room, designed with cherrywood wainscot and a tray ceiling, and featuring a wet bar with a hammered-nickel sink, a beverage refrigerator, and an icemaker.

            The chef’s kitchen is a design masterpiece of function and beauty. Recently updated, this expansive space features a tongue-and-groove ceiling with recessed lighting, custom dual-toned cabinetry with a conversion varnish finish, honed granite countertops, a decorative marble-tiled backsplash, and an oversized island/breakfast bar. Top-of-the-line appliances include a 48-inch GE Monogram dual-oven range (2023), a 48-inch Dacor four-door refrigerator, two Bosch dishwashers, a microwave, and two garbage disposals. The adjacent butler’s pantry that connects to the formal dining room features additional prep counters, custom cabinetry, and a wine refrigerator.

The Primary Retreat

             The definition of luxury, this primary suite, behind a double-door entry, features a cathedral ceiling, front and back terrace access, and abundant natural light. Step into the spa-inspired en suite, completely redesigned by Interior Designer Erica Shepherd with a coffered ceiling, quartersawn oak cabinets with reed glass panels, a dual-sink vanity, Italian porcelain floor tiles and wainscot, and a quartz counter and trim. Herringbone-patterned marble tile defines the free-standing bathtub setting near the oversized dual showerhead glass-enclosed shower with an Italian porcelain tile surround and ceiling. Brushed gold fixtures elevate the room’s opulence. The expanded walk-in closet featured California Closet organizers, cabinets, and glass-paneled doors.

Upper Level

             A spacious loft at the top of the stairs is a fabulous, flexible-use space ideal for today’s active lifestyle. The loft features built-in cabinets and workstations, as well as abundant natural light. Two bedrooms on this level each feature a built-in window seat and workstation, and en-suite bathrooms with single-sink vanities, showers, and decorative tile.

             Behind a set of glass French doors is an executive office, beautifully designed with rich wood paneling, millwork, built-ins, and a box-beam ceiling. A gas fireplace anchors this spacious room, which also offers views of the front and backyard. Walk through to a second set of French doors and a private staircase entry.

Tassajara Oak Vineyard

             About 250 four-year-old grapevines grace the spacious front acreage annually, yielding about 330 bottles of 100 percent Grenache and a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre (purchased) grapes. Inspired by the Château Neuf du Pape French wine,, this unique blend is composed of 50 percent Grenache, 43 percent Syrah, and 7 percent Mourvèdre and accounts for 40 percent of the total yield. The remaining 60 percent is bottled as 100 percent Grenache Estate-Grown wine. The wine-making equipment is also available for purchase.

A 1,600-bottle lower-level wine cellar is naturally cool and features a wet bar, custom cabinetry, and floor-to-ceiling custom racks.

Tassajara Valley

Located less than two miles from the Tassajara Commons shopping center and restaurants, Penny Lane is also near the charming downtown, freeway access, and top-rated schools in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. Enjoy the proximity to many outdoor recreation areas, including Mt. Diablo, trails, and equestrian centers, as well as the thriving Livermore Valley Wine Country.  

Additional Features

Cedar siding

Remodeled laundry room with stone counters, cabinetry, shiplap walls, a farmhouse sink, and GE front-loading washer and dryer.

Grand portico to two Extra-deep two-car garages

Fully fenced property with six-foot fences

Security cameras

Updated Control4 Entertainment and Sound Distribution System

Downspouts concealed in architectural columns

One of four 5+ acre estates on the court

A high-quality water filtration system delivers bottled water quality and supplies the house, pool, and vineyard.

Five wells. Approximately 18 GPM. 20,000 gallons of storage capacity.

Well water landscape irrigation processed to remove Boron mineral content.