164 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos, CA 95003

$10,850,000 Asking Price

4 beds

6 baths

6,919 sqft

Built in 2004

A masterpiece of design by renowned architect John Blackburn, this exquisite property stands as the crown jewel of Northern California's equine estates. Nestled across 80 pristine acres spanning four parcels, exuding Tahoe-style rustic elegance and boasting a first-class equestrian complex. Main residence is located on the upper ranch, maximizing privacy & 360 degree views of the Aptos Hills. Timber framed with Montana river rock columns. Stone, iron and custom woodwork intertwine throughout, with onyx light fixtures brightening every room. Chef's kitchen with 6 burner Viking range and butler's pantry. Ground floor also features his & her offices, great room, formal dining room & primary wing with walk-in closets, steam shower, hammered copper sinks & copper soaking tub. 3 additional en-suites, family room & 2 bonus rooms comprise the second story. Outdoor splendors are just as captivating, from the stone fireplace to sprawling lawns & organic gardens. Rolling hillsides give way to the lower acreage, dotted with oaks and pines, riding trails & 3 acre organic vineyard. Here you will find the 8-stall barn with timber columns, versatile covered round pen, open arena and multiple paddocks. State of the art micro-grid power system and tiny home can also be found on the lower ranch.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 20, 2024 — 68 days ago
Listing Office:: Sotheby's International Realty, Amber Melenudo (831-566-2263)
Office Phone:: 831-204-7884
MLS ID:: ML81954794

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:: Attic,Utility Room,Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances:: Double Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Dryer,Washer
Flooring:: Stone,Wood
A/C:: true, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating:: true, Electric
Fireplace:: Living Room,Outside,Wood Burning, Fireplace

Exterior

General:: Heated,In Ground
Pool:: Heated,In Ground,Pool Cover
Parking:: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),Golf Cart Garage,Guest,Gated,Workshop in Garage, Parking spaces: 20

Construction

Roofing:: Composition
Windows:: Skylight(s)
General:: 2, Slab

Location

Originating MLS:: CRMLS
School District:: Other
County:: Santa Cruz

Lot

Zoning:: CA, 10816167
View:: Hills,Mountain(s),Orchard,Pasture,Valley,Vineyard,Trees/Woods, View

Utilities

Water:: Well

Financial

Source:: CRMLS
Buyers Agent Compensation:: 2.500

This listing courtesy of:
Sotheby's International Realty, Amber Melenudo

About Aptos, CA

Housing

Number of Units: 11,964
Median Home Value: $923,291
Median Rent: $1,858

21.55% of housing units are renter occupied.

14.56% are vacant.

Commute

Car: 50.28%
Public Transportation: 0.36%
Walk to Work: 1.43%
Work from Home: 46.56%
Other: 0.35%

The median travel time to work is 17 minutes.

People

Population: 25,007
Median Age: 48.10
Median Household Size: 2.64

Education

High School: 11.05%
Associate’s Degree: 9.09%
Bachelor’s Degree: 28.81%
Graduate Degree: 25.42%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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164 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos, CA 95003

$10,850,000 Asking Price