$1,399,000

This beautiful approximately 2,300 square foot home sits on a peaceful 9.9 acre parcel in the Santa Cruz Mountains, offering privacy, open space, and stunning natural surroundings while remaining conveniently close to town. The home features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and one-half bath. The main level includes living and entertaining. The house has two separate entrances: a main front entrance and a practical mudroom entry, which is especially convenient throughout the seasons and ideal for families. On the second level, you are welcomed by a spacious office with large windows overlooking a beautiful green meadow, complete with built-in library, creating an inspiring and light-filled workplace. The bedrooms are arranged in a distinctive split-level layout, each reached by short staircases that create privacy and architectural character. Exceptional outdoor living with two expansive decks (approximately 1,000 square feet and 400 square feet) ideal for entertaining or relaxing in nature. Additional amenities include a detached two-car garage, storage shed, woodshed, and an A-frame studio ideal for use as an art studio, fitness space, meditation room, or private retreat. For added comfort and reliability, the home is equipped with a full-house Guardian 22-kw generator, which automatically powers the entire home during outages, allowing daily life to continue seamlessly without interruption. The entire second floor is equipped with air conditioning, providing comfort in all bedrooms and office area. The home is heated by a propane powered forced air system serving both floors. For added warmth and ambience, the home also features two beautifully designed wood-burning stoves, one located in the living room and another in the second-floor library, perfect for cozy winter evenings. The location is very convenient: approximately ten minutes to Summit Road Exit and about twenty minutes to downtown Los Gatos, with easy access to Scotts Valley or Los Gatos for shopping, dining, and daily needs. This property offers space, privacy, versatility, and beautiful outdoor living, making it a truly special place to call home. The 9.9 acre property includes a horse permit and offers a peaceful, quiet setting with beautiful natural views.