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.

44 Pine Ave, Mount Hermon. Custom luxury log home built in 2021. 4BD/3BA main residence plus fully permitted 2BD/1BA ADU, totaling 6 bedrooms and 3,282 sq ft +/- of livable space. Set among towering redwoods in one of the Santa Cruz Mountains' most coveted private enclaves, Mt. Hermon offers scenic trails, peaceful redwood streets, and a park-like atmosphere worlds away from Silicon Valley yet less than an hour via Hwy 17. Mt. Hermon property owners receive exclusive resident access to the recreation campus: free summer trails, meadows, sports courts, game room, plus discounted Redwood Canopy Tour, Sequoia Aerial Adventure, and pool. Main residence features open beam ceilings, vaulted great room, stone gas fireplace, radiant floors, ground-floor primary suite with oversized tub, stall shower, walk-in closet, quartz kitchen with island and pantry. ADU above 3-car garage includes workshop and EV Level 2 hookup ideal for multigenerational living, guests, or income. Outside: deck, fire pit, BBQ, fenced yard, gray water system. Metal roof, fire sprinkler, video/audio security, Energy Star appliances, tankless water heater. Walk to trails. Minutes to Pasatiempo Golf. Silicon Valley via Hwy 17 under one hour. Priced below automated valuation and well below replacement cost!