First time on market in over 50 years! Custom-built & recently renovated 2424sq ft retreat on 1+acre in one of Scotts Valleys best neighborhoods.The main level welcomes you with soaring open-beam ceilings, fresh interior paint, refinished wood floors, & abundant natural light. The living room with cozy wood stove flows seamlessly into the dining area & kitchen, featuring newer appliances, butcher block counters, & a spacious pantry. Redwood doors & window trim add timeless character throughout. The ground floor primary suite showcases a restored parquet floor with 500+ hand-crafted pieces. Updated finishes include marble-look subway tile in the hallway, laundry & bath with new vanity, lighting, & tub surround. Efficient mini-splits provide year-round comfort. Upstairs, a handcrafted staircase leads to an office, loft & skylight, two bedrooms, & a full bathroom with a hidden utility/storage room. Expansive windows frame serene views of redwoods, oaks, & Japanese maples. Outdoors, enjoy drought-tolerant gardens with lavender, sage, bougainvillea, & fruit trees, plus a generous refinished deck for entertaining. New roof in 2024! Large detached workshop. Close to hiking, top rated schools, freeways. Just 6mins to Scotts Valley,15mins to Santa Cruz Beaches & 25mins to Silicon Valley.