Embracing nature's tranquility, this exquisite cedar log home offers end-of-the-road privacy in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Its most captivating feature is the profound sense of peace & intimate connection with the natural world that envelops you upon arrival. Masterfully crafted from solid cedar logs, the residence exudes warmth and elegance. The spacious living room, with vaulted ceilings and a sophisticated stone fireplace, opens onto a magnificent 1,100+ SF decka perfect vantage point to immerse yourself in the surrounding redwood forest. The kitchen invites culinary creativity with sleek butcher-block countertops & a generous pantry. Four well-appointed bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with deck access, offer serene retreats. A spa-like bathroom showcases a custom oversized tub for deep relaxation. Outdoor amenities, including a sauna & refreshing outdoor shower, enhance the rich relationship with nature. A versatile 789 SF heated garage conversion workshop with a darkroom presents numerous possibilities. Set among fruit trees with space for horses, this sanctuary balances natural immersion with refined comfort. The whisper of wind through the trees and the rhythm of nature become part of your daily life, all while urban conveniences remain within easy reach.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
10.39 acresLot Size
$706Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Christine Schneider•DRE #01749537• Schneider Estates, Inc.
*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
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10.39 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
2,889
Year built
1970
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
09910136
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
RA
Residential Agricultural District
To provide areas of residential use where development is limited to a range of non-urban densities of single-family dwellings in areas outside the urban services line and rural services line; on lands suitable for development with adequate water, septic system suitability, vehicular access, and fire protection; with adequate protection of natural resources; with adequate protection from natural hazards; and where small-scale commercial agriculture, such as animal-keeping, truck farming and specialty crops, can take place in conjunction with the primary use of the property as residential.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Carport Spaces: 2
# of Total Parking Spaces: 4
Has Carport: Yes
Parking Features: Carport, No Garage, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More Than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Features: Primary Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub (1), Tile, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Oversized Tub
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Oven Range, Refrigerator
Dining Room Information
Dining Area in Living Room, Eat-In Kitchen
Family Room Information
No Family Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring Information
Carpet, Hardwood, Slate, Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum
Interior Features
Accessibility Features: Wheelchair Access
Interior Features: High Ceiling, Skylight(s), Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Tub/Sink
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room, Laundry, Workshop
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Pantry
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Permanent, Crawl Space
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Fencing: Mixed Height/Type, Wood
Patio & Porch Features: Back Yard, Deck, Fenced
Pool Information
Pool Features: Sauna or Steam Room
Stories
Stories: 1
Style
Architectural Style: Ranch
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Farm Animals (Permitted), Hillside (Grade)
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 2,100
View
View: Forest/Woods
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)
Utility Information
Gas: Generator, Propane On Site
Sewer: Septic Tank
Telephone Services: Cable TV
Utilities: Propane
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mountain Elementary
Elementary School District: Mountain Elementary
High School: Soquel High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
MLS Area: Soquel
Street Name: Hoover
Street Number: 444
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 7
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,889
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10.39 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 09910136
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Mountain Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
Branciforte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.7mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° 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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Soquel, CA • 95073
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.41M – $1.71M
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