$5,488,000

Set within a private enclave of just nine homes in the prestigious Los Gatos hills, this Mediterranean-style residence is surrounded by lush greenery & sweeping Santa Cruz Mountain views. Designed for indoor-outdoor living & a connection to nature, the home feels remarkably private yet is minutes from downtown Los Gatos, top-rated schools & major commute routes. Vibrant landscaping creates a colorful approach. Beyond a black iron gate, a travertine patio unfolds beneath graceful arches & columns, with mature fruit trees, flowering plants & sculptural greenery complementing the architecture. An alder wood front door opens to a foyer with travertine floors, while engineered hardwood continues through the main living areas. The living room features a gas fireplace framed in cast stone, with picture windows filling the room with natural light & capturing views across the front grounds. The formal dining room is inviting for gatherings, with an elegant chandelier & built-in buffet with alder cabinetry. A sliding glass door opens to the rear grounds. The kitchen balances refined finishes with function, featuring matte Dekton Rem counters, a stone backsplash & professional-grade appliances. A prep area with second sink, wine refrigerator & walk-in pantry adds counter space & storage. An island with breakfast bar seating & adjacent dining nook create space for casual meals. The family room offers a relaxed space around a gas fireplace with cast stone surround. Natural light flows from both sides, with French doors opening to the front patio & a sliding glass door to the rear courtyard. A mudroom connects to the two-car garage with a Level 2 EV charger. An executive office or fifth bedroom features a custom floor-to-ceiling alder bookcase & crown moulding. A main-level bedroom includes an en-suite bath, & both rooms open to a private side patio. A powder bath completes the main level. A spiral staircase with wrought iron railing leads upstairs. The primary suite features a vaulted open-beam ceiling, gas fireplace framed in cast stone & walk-in closet with built-in organizers. A sliding glass door opens to a private balcony with breathtaking Santa Cruz Mountain views. The primary bathroom features travertine floors & a limestone vanity with dual sinks. An oversized tub is paired with a walk-in shower with rain shower head, two body jets, handheld spray & built-in seat. Two additional en-suite bedrooms provide spacious accommodations for family & guests. French doors open to a bonus room ideal for relaxing, entertaining or game nights. A wet bar with sink, wine refrigerator & bar seating is complemented by a separate wine closet. A laundry room with sink & built-in cabinetry completes the upper level. Multiple sets of doors connect to the rear grounds, where landscaped spaces unfold. The central courtyard is surrounded by greenery & features a fountain flanked by built-in cherry cabinetry. A covered entertaining area offers overhead heaters, bistro lights & a large gas fireplace. The outdoor kitchen includes a Lynx barbecue & griddle, warming drawer, dishwasher, sink & refrigeration for al fresco dining. The upper garden feels secluded beneath mature oak trees providing shade & privacy. A stone pathway leads to a temperature-controlled greenhouse with Wi-Fi connectivity. A garden swing takes in incredible mountain views. Smart-home technology controls lighting, surround sound, security & select window treatments. Multi-zone HVAC, dual tankless water heaters, whole-house water softening, automatic leak detection with shutoff & 10,000 gallons of on-site water storage add efficiency & convenience. A rare offering, this hillside retreat brings together remarkable privacy, refined interiors, exceptional outdoor spaces & seamless indoor-outdoor living in a special Los Gatos setting. Set in nature yet moments from everything Los Gatos has to offer, the residence captures a distinctive balance of serenity, convenience & lifestyle.