164 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos

$10,850,000

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4 Beds

6 Baths

6,919 Sqft

80.66 Acres

3 Garages

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.

Essential Information

MLS® #: ML81954794

Price: $10,850,000

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 6.00

Full Baths: 5

Half Baths: 1

Square Footage: 6,919

Acres: 80.66

Year Built: 2004

Type: Residential

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Status: Active

Community Information

Address: 164 Pleasant Valley Road

Area: 699 - Not Defined

City: Aptos

County: Santa Cruz

Zip Code: 95003

Senior Community: N

Amenities

Parking Spaces: 20

# of Garages: 3

Has Pool: Yes

Pool: Heated, In Ground, Pool Cover

Parking

Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Guest, Gated, Workshop in Garage, Golf Cart Garage

Garages

Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Guest, Gated, Workshop in Garage, Golf Cart Garage

View

Hills, Mountain(s), Valley, Trees/Woods, Orchard, Pasture, Vineyard

Interior

Interior: Wood, Stone

Heating: Electric

Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)

Fireplace: Yes

# of Stories: 2

Interior Features

Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s), Attic

Appliances

Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer

Fireplaces

Living Room, Outside, Wood Burning

Exterior

Lot Description: Horse Property

Windows: Skylight(s)

Roof: Composition

Foundation: Slab

School Information

District: Other

High: Aptos

Additional Information

Date Listed: February 20th, 2024

Days on Market: 75

Zoning: CA

Listing Details

Agent: Amber Melenudo

Office: Sotheby's International Realty

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Buyer's Agent

Listing Agent

Amber Melenudo - Sotheby's International Realty

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