450 Vine Hill Road

• Sat May 16, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

• Sat May 16, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Tucked away from Vine Hill Road in the Happy Valley School District, this Santa Cruz retreat feels like a private world of its own. Set on 3.5+ park-like acres with gardens, winding paths, towering redwoods, and a seasonal creek with sandy beach area, the property offers privacy, natural beauty, and architectural character just minutes from town. The custom home brings the outdoors in, with dramatic windows, multiple decks, and serene views of the gardens and forest. A two-story atrium creates a striking first impression, while the generous floor plan offers space to gather, relax, work from home, or enjoy the peaceful setting. Distinctive living areas, including a sunroom, lounge spaces, and an upstairs wing, give the home flexibility and personality rarely found in a typical Santa Cruz property. The grounds are a true highlight, with lush landscapes, quiet corners, and open areas that feel like a private botanical retreat. Close to DeLaveaga Park trails, downtown Santa Cruz, beaches, commute routes, and everyday conveniences, this home offers the best of Happy Valley living: privacy, space, nature, and access to everything that makes Santa Cruz special. A rare opportunity to own a magical creekside property with room to breathe, explore, and create your own private sanctuary.

Days on Market

1 day

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$1,700,000

List Price

$1,700,000

On Market Date

May 13, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

41 - Scotts Valley North

Zip Code

95065

MLS ID

ML82046835

APN

100-051-48-000

Year Built

1979

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Negotiable

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

5

Bath

3 (2/1)

Shower over Tub - 1, Solid Surface, Tile, Stone, Updated Bath, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s)

Parking

7

Workshop in Garage, Attached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking, Lighted Parking Area, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area

SQ FT

2,342

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

154,812.0

Lot Acres

3.553994 Acres

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Cooktop - Gas, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Countertop - Quartz, Pantry, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator

Cooling

None

Dining Room

Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Room

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure

Family Room

Separate Family Room

Flooring

Laminate, Carpet

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter and Slab

Fire Place

Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating

Central Forced Air - Gas, Propane

Laundry

Gas Hookup, Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), In Utility Room, Inside

Views

River / Stream, Forest / Woods

Possession

Negotiable

Architectural Style

Custom

Fee

Unavailable

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