260 Castle Drive

Extraordinary quiet, expansive coastal views, and two separate residences define this private Santa Cruz estate on more than six acres. The main residence offers over 5,100 square feet, balancing warmth, natural surroundings, and distinctive Japanese craftsmanship. Designed to embrace its elevated setting, the home captures sweeping coastline views while offering an uncommon sense of seclusion. A separate second residence provides flexibility for extended-stay guests, a caretaker, additional income, or a dedicated space apart from the main home. Privacy here is both natural and intentional. Significant investments in security and technology are thoughtfully integrated, while robust connectivity provides the infrastructure to operate a business, work remotely, or manage a demanding professional life from home. The result is a property that feels removed from the pace of everyday life without sacrificing connection. Just six minutes from Highway 1 via an easy, accessible road, the estate combines acreage, coastal views, security, connectivity, and extraordinary quiet. Set above Chaminade, it offers exceptional seclusion with convenient access to Silicon Valley and San Francisco. Close enough to stay connected. Secluded enough to retreat.

Days on Market

0 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$4,875,000

List Price

$4,875,000

On Market Date

Oct 9, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

46 - Soquel

Zip Code

95065

MLS ID

ML82064218

APN

102-041-26-000

Year Built

2003

Stories in Building

Unavailable

Possession

Unavailable

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

4

Bath

5 (4/1)

Bidet, Double Sinks, Marble, Solid Surface, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets

Parking

17

Attached Garage, Room for Oversized Vehicle

SQ FT

5,127

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

270,072.0

Lot Acres

6.2 Acres

Kitchen

Countertop - Marble, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Cooktop - Gas, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Double, Pantry, Exhaust Fan, Oven Range, Refrigerator

Cooling

Whole House / Attic Fan, Other

Dining Room

Dining Area, Dining Area in Family Room, Dining Bar

Disclosures

NHDS Report

Family Room

No Family Room

Flooring

Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Wood, Other

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space

Fire Place

Gas Burning

Heating

Fireplace, Heat Pump, Radiant Floors

Laundry

Washer / Dryer, Tub / Sink, In Utility Room, Inside

Views

Bay, City Lights, Hills, Ocean

Architectural Style

Custom, Luxury

* Fee

Unavailable

Name

UPPER PAUL SWEET RD ASSOCIATION

*Fee includes

Maintenance - Road

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