Casa De Palmas
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590 RIDER RIDGE ROAD, SANTA CRUZ 3 BR/2.5 BA | 2395 SQ FT | SITUATED ON 2.98 ACRES LISTED AT $2,188,000
hree decades of inspired expert love and care has created a tropical mountain paradise atop Rider Ridge; with a renowned assortment of palms, edible and ornamental plantings from around the world, views across valleys to the ocean, and a world class observatory. The house, decks, gazebo, and workshop are consistent with everything you will find at Casa de Palmas ~ it has all been done with meticulous attention to detail and quality materials at every turn. You will count your blessings as your home grown feasts and bouquets grace your table. There are waterfalls, cascades, ponds, and peaceful walks through the estate’s many natural wonders including orchards, vineyards, rare plants, and an incredible vegetable and herb garden. It is a horticultural wonderland located in a mild and virtually frost-free microclimate. It’s singlestory living area allows for a comfortable lifestyle (and for year around eating of organic northern and subtropical fruits). It’s a cornucopia, it’s solitude, it’s magical ~ and it is ready for you to be its next steward.
• Expansive ocean & mountain views • Three major water features including an entry garden with a waterfall, large Koi pond with cascading waterfalls & a tropical oasis with a pond & decorative fountain • So many rare & decorative palms that the San Francisco Palm Society has had meetings & tours of the grounds
• Small community water system draws from the Purisma aquifer ~ one of the best in the Santa Cruz mountains • Happy Valley school district • Close to everything, yet seems out of this world • Only 15-20 minutes to Scotts Valley or downtown Santa Cruz
• As a long-term member of the California Rare Fruit Growers, the ground, orchards & gardens have been the subject of tours by both the California Rare Fruit Grower & National Rare Fruit Grower Societies • World-class observatory that houses distinctive telescopes for solar, lunar, planetary, stellar & deep-sky observing (the separately negotiable)
David Morrell
(831) 239-1255
[email protected] www.DavidMorrellSC.com BRE #01301485
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