
Santa Cruz, California 95060
A rare once-in-40-years opportunity to experience your own private state park. Set on 7.8 acres +/- at the end of a gated road, this mountain retreat offers exceptional privacy, sweeping views of redwoods, oaks, madrone & sky, with a touch of ocean in the distance. 1 +/- miles of trails begin outside the front door, reminiscent of having Henry Cowell State Park as your backyard- bring your hiking shoes! The grounds offer a potential ADU site or additional parking; buyer to verify. Walls of glass, skylights, soaring ceilings & abundant natural light showcase the landscape. The dramatic living room with fireplace flows into the dining area with built-in buffet & refreshed kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless appliances & breakfast nook. The expansive primary suite features a fireplace, sitting area, huge walk-in closet & bath with dual shower, soaking tub & double vanity. A wellness room with sauna & flexible loft offer space for a gym, office, lounge, or potential 4th bedroom. Two spacious downstairs bedrooms feature expansive views. A private deck with built-in hot tub & outdoor shower overlooks the redwoods. Solar, high-producing shared well, tankless water heater, heat pump/A/C, fresh paint, new carpet, LVP flooring & 2-car garage complete this extraordinary retreat.
Property is move-in ready.
While built in 1981, the property has been significantly updated and well-maintained. The kitchen is refreshed with modern quartz countertops and stainless appliances. Recent interior improvements include new LVP flooring, new carpet, and fresh paint. Critical systems are modern and high-efficiency, featuring solar, a tankless water heater, and a heat pump/AC system, making the home move-in ready.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 339724, living area = 2870.
Situated on 7.8 acres at the end of a gated road, this property offers unparalleled privacy with over a mile of private trails and a setting reminiscent of a state park.
The home features soaring ceilings and walls of glass that maximize natural light, complemented by recent upgrades including a refreshed quartz kitchen, solar power, and a new heat pump/AC system.
The property utilizes a shared well system, which may require ongoing coordination with neighbors and could be a point of concern for buyers preferring independent utilities.
Located in a secluded mountain area at the end of a gated road, the property may present challenges regarding commute times and potential difficulty securing fire insurance common to the Santa Cruz Mountains.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.2 |
| Square foot | 2,870 | 1,703.516 |
| Lot Size | 339,724 | 6,974.558 |
| Price | $1.95M | $1.64M |
| Price per sq ft | $679 | $944 |
| Built year | 1981 | 1972 |
| HOA | $0 | $984 |
| Days on market | 16 | 43 |
Oct 8, 2026
$1,950,000
Initial Listing