Ideally Located Near Beaches & Redwoods Welcome to your Santa Cruz oasisjust 10 minutes from the beach & 5 minutes to multi-use trails winding through serene redwoods. This spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 baths + studio (ensuite) with its own entrance home offers a versatile layout with room to grow, work, & relax. A studio with a private entrance & bathroom provides flexible living optionsperfect for guests, extended family, or a home office. It offers privacy, the playful feel of an alcove bed, & independence while staying connected to the main home. Enjoy a large, fenced yard, RV parking, & the chance to grow fruits & vegetables year-round with an indoor hydroponic system & outdoor raised beds. The open-concept living areas are perfect for both family life & entertaining. Recently updated kitchen & bathrooms add a fresh, modern touch. Energy-conscious & future-ready, the home includes solar panels & an EV charger. Take advantage of the areas unique microclimatesoak up the sun in the garden, unwind under a patio umbrella or sunshade, & enjoy outdoor living even in the rain beneath the covered patio. At night, drift off as the cool marine layer rolls in & owls echo through the quiet, peaceful neighborhood.