23185 Old Santa Cruz Highway

• Sat Apr 11, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Mountain sanctuary. 5 bed, 4.5 bath, 4,427 sq ft. with ADU. Rare hillside parcel with views, privacy & easy access. Los Gatos living at its finest!

• Sun Apr 12, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Mountain sanctuary. 5 bed, 4.5 bath, 4,427 sq ft. with ADU. Rare hillside parcel with views, privacy & easy access. Los Gatos living at its finest!

Set in the redwood-covered hills just above Los Gatos, this private ~8-acre retreat offers a rare blend of usable land, natural beauty, and craftsmanship. Surrounded by mature forest and filtered light, the setting feels worlds away, yet remains minutes from town. The home features five bedrooms, exposed Douglas fir beams, hardwood floors, and expansive windows that bring in natural light and forest views. Multiple living areas and two fireplaces create inviting spaces, while the kitchen serves as a true gathering place. Outdoor decks extend the living experience, ideal for taking in coastal fog rolling through the trees. The land is a defining feature, with approximately eight acres of redwood forest offering privacy, scale, and room to explore. Meandering paths, natural clearings, and a fire pit nestled among the trees create a peaceful setting. Additional structures add versatility, including a detached studio with private entrance for office or creative use, and a separate cottage for extended living, rental potential, or guest space. Located approximately 10 minutes from downtown Los Gatos and served by top-rated Los Gatos High and Loma Prieta/CT English schools. ~10 minutes to Hwy 17 for easy Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz access.

Days on Market

2 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$3,248,000

List Price

$2,790,000

On Market Date

Apr 8, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

Zip Code

95033

MLS ID

ML82042183

APN

096-081-20-000

Year Built

1969

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Unavailable

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

5

Bath

5 (4/1)

Shower over Tub - 1, Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+, Primary - Tub with Jets, Tubs - 2+

Parking

2

Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Guest / Visitor Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle

SQ FT

4,427

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

345,518.0

Lot Acres

7.932002 Acres

Kitchen

220 Volt Outlet, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hookups - Gas, Oven - Self Cleaning, Pantry, Oven Range - Built-In, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor

Cooling

Central AC

Dining Room

Breakfast Bar, Formal Dining Room

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure

Family Room

Separate Family Room

Flooring

Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Fire Place

Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Stove

Heating

Gas, Heating - 2+ Zones, Propane, Central Forced Air - Gas

Laundry

Inside

Views

Forest / Woods, Greenbelt, Mountains

Architectural Style

Contemporary

Fee

Unavailable

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