Set just above downtown Los Gatos, the classic architecture of this French-inspired estate blends historic elements with modern luxury. Beautiful iron gates open to paver driveway with stone columns and a tiered fountain greeting visitors at the lovely patio entry. Open to stone floors and spectacular plastered finish walls over coffered and tray ceilings. Coved entryways and natural finished solid oak doors flow through the thoughtful floor plan. French sliders and casement windows showcase incredible views of the grounds and surrounding hillside vistas. The living room enjoys views of the front landscape and a handsome cast concrete fireplace creates a warm ambience. The adjacent dining room with lovely lighted tray ceiling with ambient lighting is a perfect place for casual dining or a grand affair. Just beyond, the kitchen will delight any home chef. Solid quartzite countertops grace the surfaces and walls above the lovely painted furniture quality cabinetry. A wood-stained center island with counter height breakfast bar provides seating for seven. Professional grade appliances include a 48 in Wolf range with 2 ovens, an additional Wolf wall oven, warming drawer and microwave. Two Subzero refrigerators and 4 freezer drawers provide ample storage. Flanking the Shaw farmhouse sink on the generous center island are two Miele dishwashers. The butler’s pantry provides ample storage with built-in cabinetry and open shelving. An 11-foot slider opens to a beautiful covered outdoor room, perfect for dining alfresco after a meal prepared using the Wolf built-in BBQ.A handsome fireplace with cast concrete surround anchors the generous family room adorned with 2 lead glass arched windows. An additional 11-foot set of French doors opens to the pool deck. The downstairs suite is located just off the family room. This versatile space can also be a great executive office and has a well-appointed bath and temperature controlled wine storage closet. Beautiful quarter sawn oak floors are throughout the bedroom wing. Ascend the wide gentle steps to find 4 en-suite bedrooms including the primary suite. Lovely baths have stained wood vanities and walk-in showers have accent stone tile designs. Generous storage is provided by walk-in closets with built-in organizers. The primary suite is a true retreat with a mosaic tiled gas fireplace and French doors which open to the covered terrace. The lovely bath has two separate vanities and linen storage cabinet, a steam shower and multiple shower heads for the ultimate spa experience. A large jetted soaking tub is perfect for relaxation at the end of the day. The beautiful walk-in closet is an expansive, organized dressing suite with built-in cabinetry, shelving, mirrors and ample wardrobe storage. The 5th en-suite bedroom and generous bonus room with 2 storage closets sit at the upper level with a spacious landing and additional entry door providing access to the street level grounds. Magnificent gardens surround the property bursting with colorful blooms, variegated shrubbery and trees, a beautiful backdrop to the outstanding views. The sparkling pool and spa are bordered by the meandering paver paths and patio as well as a large lawn area. The upper-level grounds are equally as delightful with lovely plantings and lawn surrounding a basketball court practice area and putting green. The entire property is fenced with access gate and dedicated parking at the street level as well as additional pedestrian gate located by the shared motorized gate for access to the paver driveway. A polished interior and incredible outdoor living spaces, this refined estate is perfectly suited for the most discerning owner. The spectacular location is just a quick stroll to downtown Los Gatos to enjoy fine dining and quaint boutiques in minutes as well as an easy commute to tech giants and the urban convenience of Silicon Valley.