Property Info
Soulful Happy Valley Retreat
A stunning soulful retreat in a remarkable rural setting nestled in a small enclave of upscale homes with a great community vibe and an incredibly close-in commute location. This one checks all the boxes and more. A profound presence and a delightful sense of place, mesmerizing views across Happy Valley, a relaxed, country ambiance with lots of elbow room and plenty of privacy, a long list of contemporary upgrades, gig speed wifi and meticulous attention to detail.
All on a 2.8 acre park-like parcel adorned with old oaks, landscaped grounds, native plantings and blessed by the soothing sounds of silence and resort-worthy amenities like: new eight person spa, luxe outdoor shower, restoration hardware fire pit with comfortable communal seating, sunny wraparound decks with wire railings, built-in benches, stone paths, dramatic night lighting and prime time valley views and sunrises.
This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 3,100 sq ft custom home has a timeless arts and crafts design that incorporates quality workmanship and high end materials and fixtures throughout: birdseye maple cabinets, maple floors and built-ins, natural stone counters, wood burning and gas fireplace, LED lighting. It offers a daily invitation to enjoy the iconic indoor/outdoor lifestyle of the central coast – myriad options for sun and shade, al fresco dining, family entertainment, casual relaxation and magical dark sky evenings of stargazing.
There is a warm, comfortable flow and open kitchen/great room that features: walk-in pantry, informal bar seating, spacious dining for twelve, new stainless appliances, skylight and walls of windows that welcome the light and frame the views. There is also a ground floor bedroom with full adjoining bath. The generous primary suite has an added office/art space with separate entrance (perfect for a private remote work option) and the recently remodeled primary bath features carrera marble, floor to ceiling glass shower, freestanding soaking tub, on point grohe and moen fixtures and frameless LED mirror, plus convenient french door access to the outdoor spa deck.
All home and property systems are dialed for easy use and comfortable living and no detail has been overlooked. Recent upgrades include: new roof & gutter guards, new decks, new forced air furnace and AC, new oversized water heater, whole house water filtration, generator, new stainless appliances, separate laundry room with LG Signature Washer and Dryer Combo, low voltage lighting at walkways and around property perimeter, ring doorbell and hardwired camera system, under house wine storage, new translucent garage door, ev charger capacity and extra parking with room for sprinter van or extra toys. Plus fruit trees, stone paths and room for dedicated garden and chicken pursuits. All professionally landscaped with split rail fence, low maintenance lawn and native plants and beds on drip and spray watering systems with digital controls.
There’s a rare and quiet presence here and a serene, mindful connection to nature that’s remarkably close-in but also feels far from the madding crowd. Only ten minutes to Santa Cruz or Scotts Valley and 25 minutes to Los Gatos. Acclaimed Happy Valley school is right down the road. Seeing is believing. Come for a visit and stay for a lifetime.
Amenities –
- 8 Person Spa
- Birdseye Maple Cabinets
- Center Island/Bar Seating
- Close-in Commute Location
- Expansive Wrap Around Decks
- Fire Pit w/Built-in Seating
- Freestanding Soaking Tub
- Gas & Wood burning Fireplaces
- Happy Valley School
- Luxe Outdoor Shower/Firepit Area
- Maple Floors
- Mesmerizing Views Happy Valley
- Natural Stone Counters
- New Stainless Appliances
- Old Oaks / Native Plantings
- Primary Bath w/Carrera Marble
- Professional Landscaping
- Resort Level Amenities
- Vaulted Ceilings & Skylight
- Whole House Water Filtration
