335 Wild Iris Ln, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Perched atop a sunny ridge just 15 minutes from UCSC, this newly renovated passive solar efficient home boasts 5.5 acres of natural beauty with views of redwood forest, seasonal streams on both sides, and peaks of the ocean. The kitchen includes brand new KitchenAid appliances, gas stove, quartz counters, walk-in pantry, and double islands. The yard is a gardeners paradise and includes a small fruit orchard, mature grapes, ready to go beds, and a highly productive Haas avocado tree. Epic night stars and abundant wildlife make you feel like one with nature while still having the comforts and convenience of modern living. The home itself has 4 bedrooms including a full master with walk-in closet, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half bath. A detached carpeted and finished out-building wired for high speed ethernet makes for a perfect home office or gaming space. Plenty of storage and parking along with lots of outdoor hang out areas, including an extra large cedar hot tub, make this a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of town. Electricity, propane, and internet to be paid by tenants. Internet speed is excellent. Water is pumped from a mountain aquifer via a well on the property and filtered so there is no water bill. Trash is paid by the landlord/owner. Pets ok with an extra deposit. No smoking inside. Parking available in driveway. 12-month lease term followed by month-to-month. Approval subject to income verification, background check, and credit check.