450 Vine Hill RD, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

$1,650,000
5
BD
3
BA
2,342
SqFt

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Listed by Seb Frey, 408-596-1623 from Compass
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List Price
$1,650,000
Price Change
▼ $50,000 1783393956
MLS#
ML82046835
Status
ACTIVE
Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Partial Bathrooms
1
Sqft. of Residence
2,342
Lot Size
154,812
Listing Area
Scotts Valley North
Year Built
1979

Property Description

Tucked away from Vine Hill Road in the Happy Valley School District, this Santa Cruz retreat feels like a private world of its own. Set on 3.5+ park-like acres with gardens, winding paths, towering redwoods, and a seasonal creek with sandy beach area, the property offers privacy, natural beauty, and architectural character just minutes from town. The custom home brings the outdoors in, with dramatic windows, multiple decks, and serene views of the gardens and forest. A two-story atrium creates a striking first impression, while the generous floor plan offers space to gather, relax, work from home, or enjoy the peaceful setting. Distinctive living areas, including a sunroom, lounge spaces, and an upstairs wing, give the home flexibility and personality rarely found in a typical Santa Cruz property. The grounds are a true highlight, with lush landscapes, quiet corners, and open areas that feel like a private botanical retreat. Close to DeLaveaga Park trails, downtown Santa Cruz, beaches, commute routes, and everyday conveniences, this home offers the best of Happy Valley living: privacy, space, nature, and access to everything that makes Santa Cruz special. A rare opportunity to own a magical creekside property with room to breathe, explore, and create your own private sanctuary.

Additional Information

Acres
3.55
Amenities
Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight
Bathroom Features
Shower over Tub - 1, Solid Surface, Tile, Stone, Updated Bath, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s)
Bedroom Description
Primary Suite / Retreat, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Ground Floor Bedroom
Cooling System
None
Energy Features
Low Flow Toilet, Skylight, Tankless Water Heater
Family Room
Separate Family Room
Fence
Partial Fencing, Wood
Fireplace Description
Living Room, Wood Burning
Floor Covering
Laminate, Carpet
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Garage Parking
Workshop in Garage, Attached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking, Lighted Parking Area, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area
Heating System
Central Forced Air - Gas, Propane
Laundry Facilities
Gas Hookup, Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), In Utility Room, Inside
Living Area
2,342
Lot Description
Views, Stream - Year Round, Grade - Varies, Farm Animals (Permitted)
Lot Size
154,812
Neighborhood
Scotts Valley North
Other Rooms
Atrium, Attic, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage
Other Utilities
Propane On Site, Public Utilities
Roof
Composition
Sewer
Septic Connected, Septic Standard, Existing Septic
Style
Custom
Unincorporated Yn
Yes
View
River / Stream, Forest / Woods
Zoning
A

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