This tranquil setting is truly a slice of paradise. Imagine escaping to your own private retreat, where only song birds can be heard & your views from your spacious covered porch are of the Monterey Bay & majestic trees. This close-in country location is what dreams are made of. Only 10 minutes to UCSC & the conveniences of Santa Cruz including dining, breweries, wineries & 10 minutes to the Felton Farmers Market, coffee & conveniences. The adjacent Pineridge neighborhood has many young families & is a great place to walk & network with friendly neighbors. The main mountain bike trailheads are 100 yards up Empire Grade & trailheads into the Wilder Ranch are a short jaunt away. Not much further is the fun of Santa Cruz beaches. The sun-drenched, all-usable parcel with its fertile ground & raised garden beds is a gardeners dream. The spring fed pond is a fun feature. The gorgeous custom home has an ideal floor plan for entertaining & comfortable living with separate living & family rooms with cozy fireplaces, updated kitchen & bathrooms, 4 spacious bedrooms +an office. The spacious covered porch is a tranquil spot to enjoy your morning coffee or to unwind at the end of the day. See this rare offering before it's gone!