Rare Equestrian Estate on 5.9 Acres

Soquel, Santa Cruz County, California

$3,795,000

Soquel, Santa Cruz County, California

$3,795,000

Rare Equestrian Estate on 5.9 Acres

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Some properties are defined by the home itself. Others are defined by the life that unfolds around it. Set on approximately six usable acres on coveted Cherryvale Avenue in Soquel, Hedgerow offers a rare blend of country living, recreation, wellness, and versatility. Whether your vision includes horses, gardens and a small farm, space for family and friends, or simply more room to breathe, properties of this size and character along Cherryvale seldom become available. Named for the magnificent decades-old hedges that shape its landscape, this private, gated estate feels wonderfully secluded while remaining just minutes from Soquel & Capitola Villages, Gayle’s Bakery, nearby Beaches, and everyday conveniences. Medicine Buddha and miles of beautiful redwood hiking are close by, while Highway 17 and Old San Jose Rd. both provide a practical connection to San Jose and Silicon Valley. At the heart of the property is a beautifully remodeled 4,200+/- sq. ft. single-level home designed to embrace its natural surroundings. Large windows frame views across lawns, gardens, and the lower acreage, while a generous wraparound deck extends the living space outdoors. Spacious rooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or multi-generational living, and a four-car garage provides exceptional room for vehicles, hobbies, and storage. The gourmet kitchen features a farmhouse-style sink, gas range, built-in espresso machine, and second prep sink, perfect for produce gathered straight from the garden. A generous adjoining dining area welcomes everyday meals and larger gatherings, with views of the grounds beyond. The peaceful primary suite features large windows and sliding doors opening to a private deck. Its updated bath includes a soaking tub, separate shower with a custom decorative tile mural, newer cabinetry, and double vanity. Outside, Hedgerow unfolds into a series of inviting spaces. Towering hedges frame expansive lawns, sheltered pathways, and established gardens with large, irrigated, redwood-framed raised beds. A dry-stacked flagstone firepit patio beneath twinkling lights creates a magical gathering place, while a sparkling pool with waterfall and private indoor spa and sauna offer recreation and relaxation year-round. For equestrians, the facilities are exceptional: a large riding arena, dedicated round pen, grazing pasture, and thoughtfully designed Paddock Paradise turnout, along with a covered viewing stage, tack room, hay storage, and ranch kitchen. Three additional bonus office/art studio spaces add even more flexibility for creative pursuits, work, hobbies, or ranch operations. Beyond horses, the acreage is equally suited to gardens, animals, recreation, or a small farm. The property spans both banks of Soquel Creek, offering a peaceful connection to the water and its cool, natural microclimate. Relax along the bank, explore the creek when conditions allow, or simply enjoy the sound of flowing water and the feeling of being immersed in nature. Once an active farm, the land has supported horses, goats, sheep, and chickens while producing an abundance of flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Established growing areas carry that agricultural heritage forward, ready for a new generation of gardeners and growers. Here, a day might begin with coffee on the wraparound deck, followed by a morning ride, time in the garden, a swim, a creekside walk, or a hike beneath nearby redwoods. As evening arrives, gather around the firepit, retreat to the spa and sauna, or head into the village for dinner. This is more than a home. It’s a place to live, grow, gather, and restore, with the privacy and freedom of approximately six usable acres and the coast, villages, beaches, trails, and conveniences of Soquel and Capitola close at hand. A coveted Cherryvale Avenue location. A remarkable property. And a rare opportunity to create your own version of country living.