Nestled beyond the redwoods, on a private knoll at the end of a quiet road, this custom Thacher & Thompson home delivers something increasingly hard to find, the feeling of being on your own ranch, with an open oak studded meadow stretching around you, with the surf just minutes away. Light floods through the cathedral windows generously, and the custom woodwork connects you to the beautiful natural setting. The kitchen keeps pace with a premium range that makes cooking here a genuine pleasure. Two ensuite bedrooms provide comfort and flexibility. Step outside and the property opens up into something special. A pool and sauna set the tone for long summer afternoons. The gardens are a gardener's dream, with raised beds bursting with possibility and the kind of setup where you actually use what you grow. For friends and family, a 485 sq. ft. single level guest house, complete with heated bathroom floors, awaits. Just beyond the property, hidden hiking and horse trails wind through the nearby hills. Aptos, Manresa Beach, Soquel Demo Forest, Nisene Marks and the Corralitos Wine Trail provide ample fun, from surfing, hiking, world class mountain biking to music and entertainment. The redwoods, the knoll, the quiet. And somehow, still close to everything. You can have it all!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
3.26 acresLot Size
$734Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Strock Strock Team•DRE #70010201• eXp Realty of California Inc
Listed by Rose Wood•DRE #01344958• eXp Realty of California Inc
Contact: 831-688-9800
Bought with Zach Kirkpatrick•DRE #02112752• eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
Nestled beyond the redwoods, on a private knoll at the end of a quiet road, this custom Thacher & Thompson home delivers something increasingly hard to find, the feeling of being on your own ranch, with an open oak studded meadow stretching around you, with the surf just minutes away. Light floods through the cathedral windows generously, and the custom woodwork connects you to the beautiful natural setting. The kitchen keeps pace with a premium range that makes cooking here a genuine pleasure. Two ensuite bedrooms provide comfort and flexibility. Step outside and the property opens up into something special. A pool and sauna set the tone for long summer afternoons. The gardens are a gardener's dream, with raised beds bursting with possibility and the kind of setup where you actually use what you grow. For friends and family, a 485 sq. ft. single level guest house, complete with heated bathroom floors, awaits. Just beyond the property, hidden hiking and horse trails wind through the nearby hills. Aptos, Manresa Beach, Soquel Demo Forest, Nisene Marks and the Corralitos Wine Trail provide ample fun, from surfing, hiking, world class mountain biking to music and entertainment. The redwoods, the knoll, the quiet. And somehow, still close to everything. You can have it all!
MLSListings #ML81831159
Mar 30, 2021
Sold
$1,700,000
$663/sq ft
Mar 1, 2021
Pending
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Feb 24, 2021
Listed
$1,550,000
$605/sq ft
Thatcher Thompson custom designed 3 bdrm, 3 bath home, 2078 sq. ft. with Cathedral ceiling, gorgeous woodwork, hardwood and tile floors. Gourmet kitchen with Subzero, Wolf, Bosch appliances, custom cabinetry, drummeled marble countertops. House includes 2 master suites, main bath with jetted tub and newly remodeled bathroom. Part of overall sq. ft. includes 485 sq. ft. permitted ADU completely remodeled, new bath with radiant floor heating. Spacious deck overlooks the pool and rolling meadow. Separate sauna. Gated entry, 2 car attached garage. Truly an oasis in peaceful Larkin Valley
MLSListings #ML81686541
Dec 7, 2017
Listed
$1,250,000
$488/sq ft
Dec 7, 2017
Sold
$1,235,000
$482/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 6, 2017
Sold
$1,235,100
$482/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 14, 2004
Sold
$990,000
$386/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,709 (+7.4%)
$1,298,919 + $541,216
$1,840,135
2024
$20,212 (+1.5%)
$1,273,450 + $530,604
$1,804,054
2023
$19,904 (+1.8%)
$1,273,450 + $530,604
$1,804,054
2022
$19,546 (+33.9%)
$1,248,480 + $520,200
$1,768,680
2021
$14,593 (+1.5%)
$1,224,000 + $510,000
$1,734,000
2020
$14,377 (+3.0%)
$898,758 + $394,192
$1,292,950
2019
$13,957 (+2.2%)
$889,542 + $390,150
$1,279,692
2018
$13,658 (+14.6%)
$872,100 + $382,500
$1,254,600
2017
$11,922 (+11.4%)
$682,651 + $371,849
$1,054,500
2016
$10,699 (+0.2%)
$682,651 + $371,849
$1,054,500
2015
$10,677 (+10.9%)
$584,406 + $478,148
$1,062,554
2014
$9,628 (+25.7%)
$465,921 + $381,208
$847,129
2013
$7,657 (+7.1%)
$465,921 + $381,208
$847,129
2012
$7,151 (−4.2%)
$364,000 + $297,819
$661,819
2011
$7,468 (−3.9%)
$350,000 + $286,364
$636,364
2010
$7,768
$367,500 + $300,682
$668,182
2009
$7,769 (−32.1%)
$385,000 + $315,000
$700,000
2008
$11,436
$385,000 + $315,000
$700,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.26 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
2,078
Year built
1980
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
04938109
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 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
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Concrete Perimeter, Post & Beam, Raised, Wood Frame
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Fenced, In-Ground, Pool - Solar, Sauna or Steam Room
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,563
Special Features: Parking
Property Information
2nd Residence Sq. Ft.: 485
Horse Property: Possible
Horse Property Description: Fenced, Pasture
Property Primary ID: 596996
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 3.262
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic, Septic Connected
Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Propane On Site, Solar - Hot Water Heater - Owned
Water Information
Water: Well (Shared)
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: Guest House
School Information
Elementary School: Calabasas Elementary
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Middle School: Aptos Junior High
High School: Aptos High
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,078
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.26 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 04938109
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Calabasas Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
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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
4 days above 86° expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Watsonville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.87M – $2.26M
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