luxury houses with sea view for sale Santa Cruz County, United States

Set above the coast, 1058 Via Tornasol enjoys big ocean views and a prime coastal setting. This meticulously maintained Mediterranean-style 3BR/2.5BA home features approximately 3,207 sq. ft. with generous living spaces, a private courtyard, large ocean-view deck, and an oversized garage with room for three cars or additional workshop and storage space. Designed for comfortable living, the home brings together ocean views from almost every room, indoor-outdoor spaces, and a location that makes it easy to enjoy morning walks to the beach, sunsets at home, and easy access to Seascape Village, golf, tennis, pickleball, restaurants, Aptos Village and Nisene Marks. Its a setting that makes everyday life feel a little more like a getaway.

Step inside a home where design and function meet at the highest level. A custom Bulthaup kitchen from Germany sets the tone, offering olive wood cabinetry, stainless steel countertops, and a sleek back-painted glass backsplash. Enjoy the integrated Miele appliances including a built-in espresso system and combination speed oven, complemented by a new Wolf induction cooktop and drawer-style dishwasher. Radiant heated floors run throughout, while thoughtful built-ins, including custom bedroom cabinetry and a wall-mounted TV, maximize comfort and storage. The home flows effortlessly to the outdoors with a full-width LaCantina bifold door, opening to ocean air and seamless indoor-outdoor living. A board-formed concrete fireplace anchors the space with warmth and texture. Upstairs, an ultra-private rooftop deck features porcelain pavers, Ipe stair treads, and a full outdoor kitchen with stainless cabinetry, refrigeration, and Dekton counters designed for entertaining above it all. Complete with an outdoor hot-water shower and direct beach access just steps away. This is coastal living, refined.

Valencia Meadows is a once-in-a-generation offering where land, privacy, and thoughtful planning come together to create one of Santa Cruz County's most exceptional estate communities. Nestled among the rolling hills of Aptos and encompassing approximately 74 acres, this exclusive collection of seven estate homesites celebrates the natural beauty of California's Central Coast while offering the opportunity to create a truly custom legacy residence. Surrounded by mature oaks, open meadows, and picturesque ridgelines, Valencia Meadows has been carefully envisioned to preserve the character of the land while providing expansive homesites ranging from approximately 6 to 23 acres. Each parcel offers a unique relationship with the landscape, creating an extraordinary setting for timeless architecture, outdoor living, and generations of memories. Located just minutes from Aptos Village, renowned beaches, Nisene Marks State Park, and convenient access to Silicon Valley, Valencia Meadows offers a rare balance of seclusion and accessibility. Whether your vision is a contemporary architectural masterpiece, a modern farmhouse, or a classic California estate, this remarkable property provides the canvas to bring it to life. Approved subdivision plans establish the foundation for this exceptional community, offering a limited opportunity to become part of one of the region's most anticipated residential offerings. With only seven estate homesites available, Valencia Meadows represents a level of rarity that is increasingly difficult to find along California's coveted Central Coast. For additional information or to arrange a private presentation, please contact the Jakki Harlan Group.

A one-of-a-kind California resort. Two pools, huge spa, captivating ocean views, expansive usable land and a 2500±sf walkout lower level with 12' ceilings create a scale of privacy, possibility, and peace rarely found. Beyond electronic gates, a single-level home built with natural materials features soaring ceilings and a Primary Suite Spa with sauna, steam shower and ocean-view balcony. So much more than stunning views - you'll have your own private wellness retreat. Summit Road Retreat is a rare luxury home positioned between Silicon Valley and the Pacific, close enough for access yet entirely removed in experience. Designed for retreat or expansion, you won't want to leave. Within roughly an hour of Palo Alto, the broader Silicon Valley corridor, and the towns of Carmel and Monterey, Summit Retreat offers something unique that will feel far greater than the distance traveled. This is not Napa. Not Aspen. Not a scene. This was built for one who preferred privacy without performance. The Residence The ±2500sf main home showcases ocean views from all living spaces. Natural materials, peace, quiet, and expansive vantage points define this space. Living areas extend onto generous decking and into the gardens, pools, and spa. A large Primary Suite offers ocean views and spa bath with a sauna and steam shower for two. Imagine stepping out of the steam and onto the balcony for the chef's kiss - fresh mountain air and a huge ocean view! Two additional bedrooms, one en-suite, both open to the promenade overlooking waterfalls, the pools, spa, and bar-b-que bar. The ±2500sf basement is a full walk-out space with double-door entry just steps away from the beach-entry pool patio, featuring grand 12' ceilings (permitted), this is massive unconditioned floor space ready for you to turn into something unmatched. See images for conceptual mockups. And yes, there are ocean views from the basement patio, too. The Grounds Usable, away from the road, and increasingly rare at this scale with ocean-facing orientation, the property supports a lifestyle extending well beyond the residence. Boasting resort-style pools, spa, bar-b-que bar, and outdoor entertaining areas that beautifully integrated into the terrain. Sit poolside or float atop sparkling water while gazing over the bay, picnic beneath the redwoods, garden, entertain, or just disappear from the noise below. Flat acreage pre-developed for a 1200sf Guest House with 400sf loft. Other potential uses include horses, vertiport, helipad, dirt-bike trails, golf course, or other! Infrastructure & Optionality A level of preparedness not often found. Existing infrastructure includes rare, robust power capacity for heavy demands, private well water system, pre-development for ADU, private security room, security systems, and solar power. Whether a multi-structure compound, a legacy retreat, or a forward-looking property accommodating emerging forms of personal mobility, the groundwork has already been laid. Location Proximities - 3.2 mi. to Mtn. Madonna School (Pre-K - 12th grade) - 3.7 mi. to Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple - 4.8 mi. to Mtn. Madonna Stables - 12 mi. to Gilroy Wine Trail - 14 mi. to Gilroy Gardens - 19 mi. to La Selva Beach, 20 mi. to Sunset State Beach - 14 mi. to Watsonville Muni., 42 mi. to Monterey _________________________________________________________ Private showings by appointment & full offering memorandum is available upon request

Thoroughly renovated in 2023, this spectacular oceanfront masterpiece seamlessly blends organic coastal warmth with sophisticated industrial accents to create the ultimate beach house. The formal entry includes soaring ceilings and custom storage cabinetry. The main hallway guides you inward with elegant herringbone wood flooring, wood-lined details, and designer lighting. The great room opens to hurricane-rated windows and doors that frame breathtaking, unobstructed ocean views. The gourmet chefs kitchen features custom inset cabinetry, a substantial island, custom range hood, and high-end Sub-Zero refrigeration suite. Enjoy the living room with tile-lined gas fireplace and custom built-ins. Plus, the comfort of custom remote window coverings, ceiling fans, integrated speaker system, and radiant heating throughout. Every bathroom is curated luxury, with elegant designer tile, custom vanities, and Toto bidets. The entertainment deck is shielded from the sea wind by glass protection, with a built-in hot tub, barbecue island, and outdoor gas fire pit ideal for relaxation. Take in the dramatic views of passing dolphins, paddle out from your backyard, and rinse off in the outdoor shower. Meticulously curated yet comfortable in every way, this coastal sanctuary delivers.

On the sand and beautiful Monterey Bay. A private, gated driveway leads to the homes on Potbelly Beach. Launch the kayak and watch the sea life from this delightful home. Here is your ocean sanctuary. The views span east to west. The windows in the living room frame the ocean. There are large sliding doors from the living and dining rooms open to the deck above the beach, with the perfect indoor-outdoor living. Great open flow for entertaining. Numerous updates include lovely mahogany paneled walls, tile floors, wonderful built in dressers and storage, radiant heat, and custom windows and doors. There are two en suites. The primary bedroom has a balcony looking to the sunset. All the bedrooms have their own unique vistas. You are close to all the amenities of Aptos and Capitola. An easy commute location. Here is a place to retreat, to play and enjoy life on the bay.

Imagine waking up to the Pacific on the horizon from every window of this reimagined Mediterranean retreat. Blending high-end finishes with a layout that feels both expansive and intimate, this home captures the essence of coastal living. The living room welcomes you with soaring vaulted ceilings, rich oak flooring, and a gas fireplace the perfect spot to unwind after a day on the water. At the heart of the home, the chefs kitchen shines with crisp white cabinetry, new quartz countertops, and a premium Thor range. The upper level is thoughtfully designed for privacy; the primary suite serves as a true sanctuary with its own sunroom, dedicated study, and a glass-walled bathroom, while additional bedrooms sit on the opposite side of the landing. Versatility defines this property, featuring a 620 sqft, one-bedroom ADU perfect for guests, rental income, or multi-generational living. Both the main residence and the ADU feature their own private decks to soak in the salt air. The outdoor backyard space is equally impressive with a new paver patio, an outdoor shower, and room for RV parking. Perfectly positioned near the vibrant dining of Aptos Village, the trails of Nisene Marks Park, and the beaches of Seacliff and Rio Del Mar, this is the coastal lifestyle you've been waiting for.

Rarely does a home like this become available in Aptos. Just a short stroll from the Rio Del Mar Beach trail, 400 Seaview Drive offers over 4,000 square feet of refined coastal living on an oversized 10,000+ sq. ft. lot, blending the relaxed feel of a beach house with the space and sophistication of a true estate. At the heart of the home is an expansive chefs kitchen that flows into the living and dining spaces, while French doors open to a private outdoor retreat featuring a pergola-covered dining area, stone fireplace, outdoor kitchen, BBQ and pizza oven, creating the perfect setting for unforgettable evenings with family and friends. Upstairs, the primary retreat captures ocean views toward Monterey and features a luxurious marble bath, steam shower and walk-in closet. A spacious bonus room with its own private entrance offers flexibility for guests, a home office, media room or additional living space. Walnut floors, soaring ceilings, a dramatic spiral staircase, an owned solar energy system with microgrid-ready capabilities for on-premise energy needs, and a three-car garage complete a home that delivers something increasingly difficult to find along the coast: space, privacy, ocean views, exceptional indoor-outdoor living and the beach just moments from your front door.