Known as “The Ridge”- A custom designed coastal mountain retreat encompassing 12 acres of land with two homes, a vineyard, an orchard, a meadow, multiple gardens, two distinct redwood groves, a stunning pool, mesmerizing views and uncompromised privacy. Originally designed as a family compound by Brandenburger Associates of San Francisco, one could easily think they were in the hills above Napa Valley or Tuscany. Enjoy your morning coffee watching the deer and wild turkeys roam while breathing in the aroma of the California Coastal sage. Lounge in the pool in the afternoon or stroll through your vineyard and gardens. Cozy up with the family around the magnificent outdoor fireplace while embracing the night sky or enjoying pizza from your custom outdoor pizza oven. 

Constructed with exceptional attention to detail, this single level home has an open living room and kitchen design that is centered by a stunning rock fireplace. The unique design allows for outstanding interior comfort embracing modern concepts encouraging indoor/outdoor living and socialization. Vaulted ceilings with an abundance of windows that wrap around the home succeed in capturing every angle of the mountain landscape. The approximate 3,900 square feet of living space includes four bedrooms and three and a half baths.  This includes a separate guest quarters, pool room/wine cellar, woodworking shop and art studio.  The grand deck flows around the front of the home overlooking the pool, hot tub, vineyard and gardens with breathtaking views of the coastal mountains all the way to the ocean. The property falls within the highly desirable Happy Valley School District that draws many families due to its high performance. The property is also part of a close community of neighbors on Rider Ridge Road.

There is also a private 2 bedroom 2 bath guesthouse with a separate driveway that could be used for overflow guests, a caretaker or as a rental property. Ideally located approximately 25 minutes from Los Gatos or 20 minutes to downtown Santa Cruz.  This is one of the most spectacular homes and property to be found in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Properties like this come on the market once in a generation and should not be missed.