Drift up the backroads of Mt Madonna to your private hilltop, ocean view retreat. This serene oasis offers a sustainably crafted straw bale home, a sunny 2 bedroom, 1 bath guest house which was recently remodeled, and a yurt all on over 15 stunning and private forested acres of hiking trails. The newly remodeled main home is a custom masterpiece where designer touches abound, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an office. The downstairs bath is luxurious with a shower, sauna, hot tub and cold plunge. The kitchen offers recycled Douglas Fir cabinets, expertly poured cement counters, handcrafted island and new designer appliances. Escape the stress of the world and take in the fresh ocean air and mountain/ocean views from your deck as you sit under the grape vine-covered pergola. Hike on your forest trails by the stream then come back to pick fruit from the orchard. This remote paradise is a once in a lifetime property where you will live peacefully in the beauty of the outdoors.
Single-familyProperty Type
2010Year Built
15.68 acresLot Size
$608Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
9 spacesParking
Listed by Denean "DD" Richards•DRE #01995846• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Brittany Walker•DRE #01974651• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 408-577-7220
Bought with Christine Clayton•DRE #01407021• Anderson Christie, Inc.
View: Canyon, Forest/Woods, Mountains, Ocean, Valley
Roof: Tile
Building Information
Style: Custom
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Nonconforming, Other
Concrete Slab
Pool Information
Pool Description: Spa - Indoor, Sauna or Steam Room
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,405
Property Information
2nd Residence Sq. Ft.: 250
Property Primary ID: 628539
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 15.677
Lot Description: Private/Secluded, Stream (Seasonal)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: SU
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Green/Resource Efficient Features, Passive Solar, Walls Insulated
Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: Furnished yurt
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
HOA Information
Has HOA
Fees Include: Other (See Remarks)
HOA Fee: $300
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
HOA Name: Road association
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Location Information
Rural area but very accessible. From Gilroy, take 152 to Pole Line Rd and follow until it turns into Summit Rd. There are twists and turns, just stay on the road until it turns into a dirt road. Keep on the dirt rd until you come to the house.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 924
Stories: —
Lot Size: 15.68 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10610145
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bradley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 5.7mi
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Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.9mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.2mi
8/10
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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
5/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 93° expected this year, 5 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, 17 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.39M – $1.68M
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