Imagine the serene lifestyle you can have living in this tranquil paradise with awe-inspiring views of a redwood forest that stretches from your home out to the glistening sea. Enjoy ocean views from almost every room in the home & views of nature in every direction. Night views are just as spectacular with unobstructed views of the Milky Way. This unique offering is nestled into 3.3 acres of pristine land featuring a beautiful 4 bd home of custom design with soaring ceilings & walls of windows, updated kitchen & bathrooms, mostly new flooring, fresh interior paint & a 480 sf garage. A special bonus is the detached recreation room with ba & wet bar. Great commute location & 10-rated Happy Valley School! Approximately 20 minutes to Los Gatos, 15 minutes to Scotts Valley, 20 minutes to Santa Cruz. Click on virtual tour link by map to view 3D Walk-Thru Tour! See home floor plan in the photo gallery. Do not use GPS. It will take you down a dirt road. Go Vine Hill Rd-Jarvis-Rider Ridge
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
3.33 acresLot Size
$697Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Melody Russell•DRE #01743923• KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Contact: 831-332-3975
Bought with Alan C Barich•DRE #01988415• KW Thrive Santa Cruz
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.33 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
2,617
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10019115
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
A
Agriculture
The purposes of the A Agriculture Zone District are to encourage and provide for noncommercial agricultural uses, such as family farming and animal raising, and to allow limited commercial agricultural activities, on the small amounts of agricultural land remaining in the County which are not designated as commercially suitable, but which still constitute a productive natural resource; to provide for agricultural uses of a higher intensity in rural areas than those allowed in the RA Residential Agricultural Zone District where such use is compatible with the surrounding land uses and the environmental constraints of the land; to maintain options for a diversity of farm operations; to implement the agricultural preservation policy of Chapter 16.50 SCCC; and to maintain productive open space and rural character in the County.
Amenities: High Ceiling, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Communication: Satellite Dish
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,617
Property Information
2nd Residence Sq. Ft.: 700
Property Primary ID: 575610
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 3.33
Lot Description: Grade (Sloped Down)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: A
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Passive Solar, Skylight(s)
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Private/Mutual, Water Softener
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: Rec room w/ba
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Happy Valley Elementary
Elementary School District: Happy Valley Elementary
High School: Harbor High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
Do NOT use GPS! It will take you down a dirt road and GPS does not recognize the street number. Take Vine Hill Rd to Jarvis Rd toward Upper Jarvis to Rider Ridge. Main home at bottom of driveway & guest cottage above.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,617
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10019115
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
Branciforte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.73M – $2.10M
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