A one-of-a-kind Tuscan Villa home situated on a private 1/2 acre estate in the heart of Altamont. Designed by Werner Forster, this spectacular residence combines a blend of old Mediterranean country with hints of 'Olde World Tuscany'. A unique custom interior has been created to enhance times past with a vast open 'atrium' great room concept featuring a massive stone fireplace as the center point, 200 yr old antique European doors, heavy timber construction, terra-cotta & tumbled marble flooring, custom wrought iron railings & hand-plastered walls. The home is gated & surrounded by unique landscaping includning vegetable & herb gardens, an open courtyard with trickling fountain, large flagstone patios, olive trees, eucalyptus, palms & gunnera. The home is clad with exterior stone & features a covered entertainment patio, wood-fired Forno oven & BBQ, outdoor pond, 3-car garage, & inground irrigation system. Inside is captured by a commercial restaurant kitchen including a full Garland range (double ovens), Traulsen refrigerator & Viking dishwasher, all centered around a massive island with chopping block. The residence offers 4 full bathrooms, 4 bedrooms plus den, media room potential, a separate studio suite & 1800 bottle wine cellar. This unique home is approximately 4500 sq.ft., & offers the finest in theme & quality imaginable.