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$3,800,000

There is something wonderful and timeless about Bonny Doon. A place where peace and tranquility are not simply found but felt. This is the kind of retreat you dream about, an island of quiet, tucked into nature, and far removed from the pace of everyday life. Mornings begin with birdsong and filtered sunlight; evenings unfold beneath spectacular sunsets, glowing skies, and star-filled nights This private estate includes resort-style amenities, exquisitely crafted interiors, rich architectural details, handsome mill-work, and beautifully framed windows that bring nature in. The chefs kitchen features custom cabinetry, generous stone counters, and premium stainless appliances. A dramatic curved staircase connects the living spaces, while the light-filled living room opens through French doors to the gardens and pool. Upstairs, serene bedrooms capture treetop views, and the primary suite is especially impressive, with a spacious sitting area, abundant natural light, and luxurious bath. Outside, expansive grounds offer a secluded ADU, art/workspace, 4+ car garage, solar, generous parking, mature landscaping, and exceptional pool and spa. Close to reserve trails or reach the beach in 10 minutes. A rare place to slow down, breathe deeply, and let nature restore you.

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ ML82060798 MLS

There is something wonderful and timeless about Bonny Doon. A place where peace and tranquility are not simply found but felt. This is the kind of retreat you dream about, an island of quiet, tucked into nature, and far removed from the pace of everyday life. Mornings begin with birdsong and filtered sunlight; evenings unfold beneath spectacular sunsets, glowing skies, and star-filled nights This private estate includes resort-style amenities, exquisitely crafted interiors, rich architectural details, handsome mill-work, and beautifully framed windows that bring nature in. The chefs kitchen features custom cabinetry, generous stone counters, and premium stainless appliances. A dramatic curved staircase connects the living spaces, while the light-filled living room opens through French doors to the gardens and pool. Upstairs, serene bedrooms capture treetop views, and the primary suite is especially impressive, with a spacious sitting area, abundant natural light, and luxurious bath. Outside, expansive grounds offer a secluded ADU, art/workspace, 4+ car garage, solar, generous parking, mature landscaping, and exceptional pool and spa. Close to reserve trails or reach the beach in 10 minutes. A rare place to slow down, breathe deeply, and let nature restore you.

1035 Martin Road, Santa Cruz

$1,595,000

What if your home could be both your private retreat and the beginning of something more? Set on 10+ peaceful acres in Bonny Doon, this beautifully updated property combines a gorgeous pool, expansive outdoor living, a versatile bonus unit and rare Special Use (SU) zoningcreating an opportunity that is hard to find in Santa Cruz County. Soaring pitched ceilings and oversized windows fill the home with natural light and bring the outdoors in. Watch the sunset reflect off the pool, cozy up by the fire on stormy winter nights, or spend slow mornings with coffee poolside and evenings walking your own acreage. The home flows effortlessly into the outdoor spaces, with plenty of room to entertain around the pool, gather for dinner, or enjoy summer movie nights on the expansive deck. When the day winds down, the setting is remarkably peaceful and private. The bonus unit adds even more flexibility, while SU zoning offers buyers the opportunity to explore creative uses such as retreats, gatherings, events, workshops or other hospitality-oriented concepts. Private, peaceful and full of possibilitybut the real magic of this property is how it feels when you arrive. Come experience Bonny Doon, breathe a little deeper, and see why this is the kind of place you don't want to leave

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82060579 MLS

What if your home could be both your private retreat and the beginning of something more? Set on 10+ peaceful acres in Bonny Doon, this beautifully updated property combines a gorgeous pool, expansive outdoor living, a versatile bonus unit and rare Special Use (SU) zoningcreating an opportunity that is hard to find in Santa Cruz County. Soaring pitched ceilings and oversized windows fill the home with natural light and bring the outdoors in. Watch the sunset reflect off the pool, cozy up by the fire on stormy winter nights, or spend slow mornings with coffee poolside and evenings walking your own acreage. The home flows effortlessly into the outdoor spaces, with plenty of room to entertain around the pool, gather for dinner, or enjoy summer movie nights on the expansive deck. When the day winds down, the setting is remarkably peaceful and private. The bonus unit adds even more flexibility, while SU zoning offers buyers the opportunity to explore creative uses such as retreats, gatherings, events, workshops or other hospitality-oriented concepts. Private, peaceful and full of possibilitybut the real magic of this property is how it feels when you arrive. Come experience Bonny Doon, breathe a little deeper, and see why this is the kind of place you don't want to leave

188 Kelly Lane, Santa Cruz

$1,899,000

Set above the fog line on 6+ usable acres, this extraordinary ridgetop retreat feels like a hidden mountain Shangri-La. Private and peaceful, this home and its surrounding acreage are a sanctuary shaped by an easy connection to nature. Just 15 minutes from Santa Cruz, the property offers a rare escape from everyday life, creating an atmosphere that feels restorative, spiritual, and unique. The remodeled kitchen with new appliances and upgraded countertops serves as the heart of the home, complemented by vaulted natural wood ceilings that add warmth and character throughout. A dedicated separate workshop, private office, and custom stone hearth with a wood-burning stove add comfort and flexibility. Outside, a tranquil koi pond with Japanese maples and a heavy timber arbor, wraparound IPE deck, and mature fruit trees create inviting spaces to relax and reconnect with nature. This high-end 3BD/2BA home is fully off-grid capable with 50 owned solar panels, a water-cooled Generac diesel generator, a high-pressure well pump, and two enclosed 5,000-gallon water tanks. An oversized garage, EV charger, and extensive fire hardening complete this remarkable retreat where quality, tranquility, and serenity come together.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82055793 MLS

Set above the fog line on 6+ usable acres, this extraordinary ridgetop retreat feels like a hidden mountain Shangri-La. Private and peaceful, this home and its surrounding acreage are a sanctuary shaped by an easy connection to nature. Just 15 minutes from Santa Cruz, the property offers a rare escape from everyday life, creating an atmosphere that feels restorative, spiritual, and unique. The remodeled kitchen with new appliances and upgraded countertops serves as the heart of the home, complemented by vaulted natural wood ceilings that add warmth and character throughout. A dedicated separate workshop, private office, and custom stone hearth with a wood-burning stove add comfort and flexibility. Outside, a tranquil koi pond with Japanese maples and a heavy timber arbor, wraparound IPE deck, and mature fruit trees create inviting spaces to relax and reconnect with nature. This high-end 3BD/2BA home is fully off-grid capable with 50 owned solar panels, a water-cooled Generac diesel generator, a high-pressure well pump, and two enclosed 5,000-gallon water tanks. An oversized garage, EV charger, and extensive fire hardening complete this remarkable retreat where quality, tranquility, and serenity come together.

310 Winter Creek Road, Santa Cruz

$849,000

Tucked among redwood groves yet beautifully open to the sun, this single-level Bonny Doon retreat pairs forest privacy with warmth on 1.43 acres above Mill Creek. Sunny openings invite gardening and outdoor projects, while leisurely neighborhood walks and nearby trails through the Bonny Doon Ecological Reserve and San Vicente Redwoods make connecting with nature part of daily life. The updated kitchen - with butcher-block counters and a generous island - serves as the social heart of the home, connecting the dining and living areas so cooking and conversation flow together. Wraparound decking extends the experience outdoors for dining, quiet moments beneath the trees or a soak under the stars in the wood-fired hot tub. An infrared sauna, two storage sheds and a long lower driveway add space for relaxation, creative pursuits, cars and oversized vehicles. A little bridge completes the enchanting arrival into your own pocket of redwood calm. Set in coveted lower Bonny Doon, generally above the coastal fog and approximately 10 minutes from scenic Highway 1 and the North Coast beaches, with easy access to Davenport, the Santa Cruz Westside and downtown. Private, peaceful and full of personality, make this soulful property your full-time home, weekend hideaway or creative retreat.

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82055462 MLS

Tucked among redwood groves yet beautifully open to the sun, this single-level Bonny Doon retreat pairs forest privacy with warmth on 1.43 acres above Mill Creek. Sunny openings invite gardening and outdoor projects, while leisurely neighborhood walks and nearby trails through the Bonny Doon Ecological Reserve and San Vicente Redwoods make connecting with nature part of daily life. The updated kitchen - with butcher-block counters and a generous island - serves as the social heart of the home, connecting the dining and living areas so cooking and conversation flow together. Wraparound decking extends the experience outdoors for dining, quiet moments beneath the trees or a soak under the stars in the wood-fired hot tub. An infrared sauna, two storage sheds and a long lower driveway add space for relaxation, creative pursuits, cars and oversized vehicles. A little bridge completes the enchanting arrival into your own pocket of redwood calm. Set in coveted lower Bonny Doon, generally above the coastal fog and approximately 10 minutes from scenic Highway 1 and the North Coast beaches, with easy access to Davenport, the Santa Cruz Westside and downtown. Private, peaceful and full of personality, make this soulful property your full-time home, weekend hideaway or creative retreat.

471 Country Estates Terrace, Santa Cruz

$998,000

Build Your Dream Retreat at Redwood Meadows Ranch- Discover 575 Brisa Del Mar an exceptional buildable parcel nestled in Bonny Doon's exclusive gated community, Redwood Meadows Ranch. Just 15 minutes from Santa Cruz's Westside and under an hour to Silicon Valley, this ocean facing homesite is part of a rare 12-parcel enclave spread across 240 acres, bordered by protected redwood forests and pristine watersheds. Residents enjoy ownership in approximately 150 acres of shared open space, ideal for hiking, exploring, and reconnecting with nature. The seller collaborated with Fuse Architects to design a custom modern retreat that blends seamlessly into the landscape featuring a pool, expansive covered outdoor living space, and a two-story layout with 3 bedrooms. Of course, you can use your favorite architect builder, we wanted you to see what has been imagined. They thoughtfully planned a design that invites nature in, creating a home that is both immersive and inspiring perfect for families, creatives, or anyone craving serenity and privacy in a high-end rural setting. This is a special opportunity to manifest a life in rhythm with the land.

ML82048411 MLS

Build Your Dream Retreat at Redwood Meadows Ranch- Discover 575 Brisa Del Mar an exceptional buildable parcel nestled in Bonny Doon's exclusive gated community, Redwood Meadows Ranch. Just 15 minutes from Santa Cruz's Westside and under an hour to Silicon Valley, this ocean facing homesite is part of a rare 12-parcel enclave spread across 240 acres, bordered by protected redwood forests and pristine watersheds. Residents enjoy ownership in approximately 150 acres of shared open space, ideal for hiking, exploring, and reconnecting with nature. The seller collaborated with Fuse Architects to design a custom modern retreat that blends seamlessly into the landscape featuring a pool, expansive covered outdoor living space, and a two-story layout with 3 bedrooms. Of course, you can use your favorite architect builder, we wanted you to see what has been imagined. They thoughtfully planned a design that invites nature in, creating a home that is both immersive and inspiring perfect for families, creatives, or anyone craving serenity and privacy in a high-end rural setting. This is a special opportunity to manifest a life in rhythm with the land.

575 Brisa Del Mar, Santa Cruz

$1,999,000

AMAZING NEW PRICE! Santa Cruz View Retreat! This exceptional 3BR, 2.5BA home sits on 4+ acres of breathtaking, deer proof gardens w/ panoramic views from Monterey Bay to San Lorenzo Valley and the Summit. A well designed 2,587 ft floorplan offers serenity, privacy, and the quintessential Santa Cruz lifestyle. Enjoy full 360 vistas from the wraparound farmhouse porch w/ multiple areas for viewing sunrises, sunsets, or sailboat activity on the Bay. The property includes 2 garages, one w/ workshop, generator with propane tank, enclosed veggie gardens, metal gopher and rabbit proof planters, 2 Tuff Sheds, multiple outdoor living spaces. Stroll the gazebo, patios, decks & secret gardens. Gardeners love 20+ fruit trees, 2 greenhouses, mature landscaping & extensive brick and gravel pathways. Additional features include 2 bonus/craft rooms in the attic (one is VERY large), auto drip & sprinkler irrigation systems. Located in an official Firewise community, this rare retreat offers peaceful, expansive living just minutes from town. Perfect for nature lovers, entertainers, and anyone seeking a truly 1 of a kind property. The owner spent decades infusing the property with whimsy, eclectic touches and an insatiable love of plants & garden spaces! She will miss it, but you will LOVE it. WOW

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82051212 MLS

AMAZING NEW PRICE! Santa Cruz View Retreat! This exceptional 3BR, 2.5BA home sits on 4+ acres of breathtaking, deer proof gardens w/ panoramic views from Monterey Bay to San Lorenzo Valley and the Summit. A well designed 2,587 ft floorplan offers serenity, privacy, and the quintessential Santa Cruz lifestyle. Enjoy full 360 vistas from the wraparound farmhouse porch w/ multiple areas for viewing sunrises, sunsets, or sailboat activity on the Bay. The property includes 2 garages, one w/ workshop, generator with propane tank, enclosed veggie gardens, metal gopher and rabbit proof planters, 2 Tuff Sheds, multiple outdoor living spaces. Stroll the gazebo, patios, decks & secret gardens. Gardeners love 20+ fruit trees, 2 greenhouses, mature landscaping & extensive brick and gravel pathways. Additional features include 2 bonus/craft rooms in the attic (one is VERY large), auto drip & sprinkler irrigation systems. Located in an official Firewise community, this rare retreat offers peaceful, expansive living just minutes from town. Perfect for nature lovers, entertainers, and anyone seeking a truly 1 of a kind property. The owner spent decades infusing the property with whimsy, eclectic touches and an insatiable love of plants & garden spaces! She will miss it, but you will LOVE it. WOW

200 Mcamant Drive, Santa Cruz

$399,000

1.17 acre flat homesite in Bonny Doons Braemoor neighborhood, offers incredible opportunity to build your dream home. Existing well, tested functioning septic system, and PG&E utilities are already on site, making the building process seamless. Ideally located with easy access to Felton and Boulder Creek, North Coast beaches, 20 min to UCSC and westside Santa Cruz. Property offers the best of mountain and coastal living. Fully improved and shovel-ready: high-flow well on-site (clean tested), Lot cleared following the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex fire with all infrastructure intact and ready for new construction. County streamlined fire-rebuild permitting rules apply - zoning may support ADU or additional structure. Surrounded by redwoods, this dark-sky property delivers unobstructed Milky Way views. San Vicente Redwood trailheads are directly across the street; Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Empire Grade, North Coast beaches and Wilder Ranch State Park~ are all minutes away and world-class hiking and mountain biking is at your front doorstep. 20 minutes to UCSC, 30 minutes to downtown Santa Cruz and beaches. Bonny Doon Vineyard wine country nearby. A rare convergence of utilities, topography, dark skies, trail access, and beloved mountain community.

ML82050165 MLS

1.17 acre flat homesite in Bonny Doons Braemoor neighborhood, offers incredible opportunity to build your dream home. Existing well, tested functioning septic system, and PG&E utilities are already on site, making the building process seamless. Ideally located with easy access to Felton and Boulder Creek, North Coast beaches, 20 min to UCSC and westside Santa Cruz. Property offers the best of mountain and coastal living. Fully improved and shovel-ready: high-flow well on-site (clean tested), Lot cleared following the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex fire with all infrastructure intact and ready for new construction. County streamlined fire-rebuild permitting rules apply - zoning may support ADU or additional structure. Surrounded by redwoods, this dark-sky property delivers unobstructed Milky Way views. San Vicente Redwood trailheads are directly across the street; Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Empire Grade, North Coast beaches and Wilder Ranch State Park~ are all minutes away and world-class hiking and mountain biking is at your front doorstep. 20 minutes to UCSC, 30 minutes to downtown Santa Cruz and beaches. Bonny Doon Vineyard wine country nearby. A rare convergence of utilities, topography, dark skies, trail access, and beloved mountain community.

45 Braemoor Drive, Santa Cruz

$349,000

Build-ready 1.6-acre parcel in Bonny Doon with two optional building sites, one east-facing for morning sun and gardens, one west-facing for warm golden sunsets. Major due diligence is complete: a tested well producing 12.5 GPM over a 24-hour pump test (18,000 gallons total) with lab-verified drinking water; a completed geotechnical report recommending a grade beam foundation; and an approved septic feasibility report with plans for a conventional tank and gravity leach field. Paved county-maintained road access on two sides, located near Bonny Doon Elementary, and minutes to Davenport beaches, Beauregard Vineyards tasting room, and scenic Highway 1 drives. Surrounded by mature redwoods, oaks, and madrones, a rare canvas to design and build a custom mountain retreat.

ML82047024 MLS

Build-ready 1.6-acre parcel in Bonny Doon with two optional building sites, one east-facing for morning sun and gardens, one west-facing for warm golden sunsets. Major due diligence is complete: a tested well producing 12.5 GPM over a 24-hour pump test (18,000 gallons total) with lab-verified drinking water; a completed geotechnical report recommending a grade beam foundation; and an approved septic feasibility report with plans for a conventional tank and gravity leach field. Paved county-maintained road access on two sides, located near Bonny Doon Elementary, and minutes to Davenport beaches, Beauregard Vineyards tasting room, and scenic Highway 1 drives. Surrounded by mature redwoods, oaks, and madrones, a rare canvas to design and build a custom mountain retreat.

601 Westdale Drive, Santa Cruz

$449,000

PLANS APPROVED to build a 3 bed 2 bath home at about 2,300 sqft with a detached 2 car garage with rumpus room above on a flat 1 acre parcel with private well water, 200A power, and existing septic that is installed and functioning. OR live the tiny house lifestyle and see the estimate in disclosures from Bigfoot Homes for a 400 sqft permanent dwelling. Currently setup on this property is a 280 sqft custom built tiny house on wheels includes sleeping loft, full kitchen, breakfast nook, full bathroom, mini split heating/ cooling, dual pane windows, and full laundry all wrapped in high end finishes. Legal to use while developing under existing temporary occupancy permit and is sold separately from the improved land. The flat, rectangular 1.08 acres includes tree lined driveway, functioning 1500 gallon septic, private well water with pressurizer pump, and permanent 200 amp panel from PGE installed on site. Also included is a garden shed, 40 ft shipping container shop/ storage, taller than average carport (large enough for a small/ medium RV, boat, or trailer). The parcel offers some mixed woods (including apple, pear, and cherry trees), full sun, and every square foot is useable, which is rare in the mountains, with easy access to Santa Cruz, Felton, and Davenport.

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82035897 MLS

PLANS APPROVED to build a 3 bed 2 bath home at about 2,300 sqft with a detached 2 car garage with rumpus room above on a flat 1 acre parcel with private well water, 200A power, and existing septic that is installed and functioning. OR live the tiny house lifestyle and see the estimate in disclosures from Bigfoot Homes for a 400 sqft permanent dwelling. Currently setup on this property is a 280 sqft custom built tiny house on wheels includes sleeping loft, full kitchen, breakfast nook, full bathroom, mini split heating/ cooling, dual pane windows, and full laundry all wrapped in high end finishes. Legal to use while developing under existing temporary occupancy permit and is sold separately from the improved land. The flat, rectangular 1.08 acres includes tree lined driveway, functioning 1500 gallon septic, private well water with pressurizer pump, and permanent 200 amp panel from PGE installed on site. Also included is a garden shed, 40 ft shipping container shop/ storage, taller than average carport (large enough for a small/ medium RV, boat, or trailer). The parcel offers some mixed woods (including apple, pear, and cherry trees), full sun, and every square foot is useable, which is rare in the mountains, with easy access to Santa Cruz, Felton, and Davenport.

15 Braemoor Drive, Santa Cruz

$449,000

PLANS APPROVED to build a 3 bed 2 bath home at about 2,300 sqft with a detached 2 car garage with rumpus room above on a flat 1 acre parcel with private well water, 200A power, and existing septic that is installed and functioning. OR live the tiny house lifestyle and see the estimate in disclosures from Bigfoot Homes for a 400 sqft permanent dwelling. Currently setup on this property is a 280 sqft custom built tiny house on wheels includes sleeping loft, full kitchen, breakfast nook, full bathroom, mini split heating/ cooling, dual pane windows, and full laundry all wrapped in high end finishes. Legal to use while developing under existing temporary occupancy permit and is sold separately from the improved land. The flat, rectangular 1.08 acres includes tree lined driveway, functioning 1500 gallon septic, private well water with pressurizer pump, and permanent 200 amp panel from PGE installed on site. Also included is a garden shed, 40 ft shipping container shop/ storage, taller than average carport (large enough for a small/ medium RV, boat, or trailer). The parcel offers some mixed woods (including apple, pear, and cherry trees), full sun, and every square foot is useable, which is rare in the mountains, with easy access to Santa Cruz, Felton, and Davenport.

ML82033067 MLS

PLANS APPROVED to build a 3 bed 2 bath home at about 2,300 sqft with a detached 2 car garage with rumpus room above on a flat 1 acre parcel with private well water, 200A power, and existing septic that is installed and functioning. OR live the tiny house lifestyle and see the estimate in disclosures from Bigfoot Homes for a 400 sqft permanent dwelling. Currently setup on this property is a 280 sqft custom built tiny house on wheels includes sleeping loft, full kitchen, breakfast nook, full bathroom, mini split heating/ cooling, dual pane windows, and full laundry all wrapped in high end finishes. Legal to use while developing under existing temporary occupancy permit and is sold separately from the improved land. The flat, rectangular 1.08 acres includes tree lined driveway, functioning 1500 gallon septic, private well water with pressurizer pump, and permanent 200 amp panel from PGE installed on site. Also included is a garden shed, 40 ft shipping container shop/ storage, taller than average carport (large enough for a small/ medium RV, boat, or trailer). The parcel offers some mixed woods (including apple, pear, and cherry trees), full sun, and every square foot is useable, which is rare in the mountains, with easy access to Santa Cruz, Felton, and Davenport.

15 Braemoor Drive, Santa Cruz