15850 Loma Vista Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95032Listed at: $1,575,000

Secluded Luxury Nestled in a Natural ParadiseCul-de-sac seclusion, spacious open floor plan with lots of light, a beautifully renovated kitchen, private master bedroom suite with backyard entry and creek-side tranquility all combine to make this three bedroom, two bath home seem a world away from the bustle of civilization. Here is a respite that offers a soothing connection with nature from every room. From the shaded and covered front porch that greets you, to the open floor plan with a wall of view windows, that flow seamlessly to the lushly landscaped, water feature-adorned backyard, this could be your very own private oasis. This comfortable oak-floored home has skylights that brighten naturally as well as a two-sided fireplace for ambiance. You can entertain family and friends on an intimate to lavish scale. The fire pit, putting greens, waterfall, fruit trees, and raised garden beds will delight the outdoor enthusiast and beckon relaxation.

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Los GatosStep away from the frenzied pace of the big city and revel in the small town charm of historic Los Gatos. Nestled at the edge of Silicon Valley and the densely wooded hillside of the spectacular Santa Cruz Mountains, Los Gatos sprawls across a 14-square mile area and is home to 30,000 residents.

An inclusive community, Los Gatos offers outstanding educational opportunities for families of all ages, with schools featuring some of the highest API scores. Class sizes are small with innovative, nurturing teachers who strive to ensure that each student maximizes their potential.

The Los Gatos residents’ long-standing support for their local schools contribute to their ongoing exemplary community service. This is not only an enriching environment for children, but also contributes added import to local homeowners and property values.

Proximity to Bay Area Colleges and Universities present world-class, higher education opportunities without having to travel across the country. The building blocks for a brilliant career are within reach from institutions such as Stanford University, Santa Clara University, University of California—Berkeley, and San Jose State University.

From your prestigious home in Los Gatos, access to opportunity and career fulfilment exceeds expectations. Enjoy the tranquil, resort-like atmosphere of small town living while maintaining that integral connection to the Silicon Valley. Twenty-two Fortune 500 Companies reside nearby alongside innovative start-ups, aggressive venture capitalists, and many other business opportunities.

While the Bay Area offers exceptional entertainment and dining options, from elegant dining to professional sporting events, Los Gatos shines with a thriving downtown shopping district with 100+ distinctive shops and 52 restaurants. More than a dozen exquisite wineries are within a short drive from downtown. Los Gatos wineries are also noted for their Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Premium outdoor recreation abounds at Vasona and Los Gatos Creek County Parks. From boating and biking to fishing, turf sports fields, and hiking trails, this area has it all. Unwind with a leisurely stroll along Los Gatos Creek Trail, play with your pup at the dog park, or enjoy a picnic at the scenic Oak Meadow Park, followed by a game of bocce ball.

Do you want to build or do something amazing? Everything you need is within your reach!

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Additional Home Features and School Information

Airy and bright, this single-story 3 bedroom, 2 bath oasis with high ceilings and an open floor plan offers private master access to a secluded backyard retreat.

A shaded walkway from the drive and carport leads to a covered portico and handsome leaded glass doors.

The storage-rich and spacious kitchen opens to an expansive wood and stone-floored entertainment area, featuring a formal dining room, breakfast nook, or cozy den for easy entertaining.

The enormous stone-floored living room boasts grand floor to ceiling windows, skylights and a dramatic two-sided fireplace separating the family room from the breakfast room.

Kitchen amenities include:

• Granite countertop, deep sink, built-in microwave, gas range with broiler oven, convection oven, Kenmore Elite side-by-side refrigerator

• Abundant carousel/turntable storage, lighted glass-fronted overhead cabinetry, five-rack pullout pantry, recycling bins, wet bar with pullout storage

• Enormous storage area for games, china collections or pantry use

• Built-in dog/child barrier

The master bedroom offers total privacy, access to the backyard, mirrored closet doors and natural lighting. Meanwhile, the private master bath features granite countertops, heated floors and towel bars, dual sinks, a large shower with double showerheads and electrical window sliders to create simply breathtaking views of the outdoor scenery.

The second bedroom boasts extra closet space and two windows to the side yard.

The well-lit second bathroom features beautiful rock inlay flooring, a large tub and a stylish modern sink.

The third bedroom, just off the formal dining/family room, would make a great private office, guest room or in-law quarters, with double doors providing outside access to the front yard.

A generous creek-side backyard offers space for recreation and relaxation with a putting green, fire pit, waterfall, large maple tree, mature apple trees, tangerines and grape vines, as well as three Japanese maple trees, two raised vegetable garden boxes, rock paths, mature lavender and drought-resistant floral landscaping. Lastly, the expansive decking and lit pathways combine to create an evening paradise.

Pride in Education

“We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future.”

-Franklin D. Roosevelt

Schools: Prepared for the FutureThis home is part of the Union School District. Elementary students attend Alta Vista Elementary on Blossom Valley Road and Union Middle on Los Gatos-Almaden Blvd. High school students attend Leigh High, which is on Leigh Ave, and is part of the Campbell Union High School district.

All schools perform at or near the top of the rating charts.

The Academic Performance Index (API) is a single number assigned to each school by the California Department of Education to measure overall school performance in statewide testing. API ranges from 200 to 1000, with 800 as the state goal for all schools.

Alta Vista Elementary (API 948) is rated at the very top of public schools in California, ranked as a 10 by GreatSchools - the highest score possible based on STAR reports. With an API rating of 948, it is well above the state average of 800.

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Alta Vista School serves around 640 kindergarten through fifth-grade students, from Los Gatos and neighboring San Jose. Built in 1962, it is one of six elementary schools and two middle schools in the Union School District. Harnessing a skilled staff, strong community ties, and an active parental involvement, the school teaches rigorous content in the core academic areas, as well as the visual and performing arts and technology, preparing children to be confident, competent, and independent learners.

Union Middle School (API 938) is a California Distinguished School. It is known for its inclusive education model, and was named a National School to Watch in 2012, and a CalSTAT Leadership Site.

Leigh High School (API 833) serves a diverse population that is very active in community service (with support from Xilinx) and strong in sports and performing arts.

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