745 Granite Ridge Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (MLS # ML82056478)
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Live the ultimate homestead lifestyle in this private, sun-drenched Happy Valley mountain sanctuary! Perfectly situated between Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz in the desirable Happy Valley School District, this home features a large office, detached 2-car garage/workshop, refinished hardwoods, a renovated kitchen, and an updated primary suite. Outdoors, enjoy a wraparound deck with cable railings, a 6-person saltwater hot tub, and a heated outdoor shower. The fully deer-fenced acreage is an organic paradise, boasting a chicken coop with water, yoga platform, kid's play structure, 11 drip-irrigated raised beds, and 30 diverse fruit trees set among majestic redwoods. Eco-friendly and resilient, the home features a massive 18kW solar array, a backup generator, and efficient HVAC. High-end infrastructure includes a whole-house water filtration/UV system, a 5,000-gallon holding tank with newer pumps, an upgraded gas line, pre-wired Starlink internet, earthquake retrofitting, and full critter proofing. Located on an excellent, well-maintained road with an active community association and emergency fire exits. Easy commute to UCSC and San Jose, your turnkey country haven awaits!
| LAST UPDATED | 8/4/2026 | YEAR BUILT | 1941 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 | COUNTY | Santa Cruz |
| STATUS | Active | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Central, Forced Air |
| HOA DUES | 1000 |
| INTERIOR | Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s) |
| LOT | 1.066 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Back Yard |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 46435.00 |
| PARKING | Off Street, Detached |
| POOL DESCRIPTION | None |
| UTILITIES | Propane |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Forest |
| WATER | Well |
| ZONING | A |
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