1 old santa cruz highway

In a Silicon Valley where space is disappearing and daily life is increasingly crowded, this 6.55-acre lakefront holding offers something nearly impossible to replicate: true privacy, direct access to nature, and exceptional convenience less than five minutes from downtown Los Gatos. Preliminary designs for a 13,252 SF estate by Kohlsaat & Associates establishes the vision, with four levels of lake-facing living, covered verandas, wellness suite, theater, golf simulator, catering kitchen, wine room, elevator, four-car garage, and extensive indoor-outdoor entertaining areas. Yet the design is only one expression of what may be possible. County jurisdiction offers meaningful flexibility for buyers seeking greater scale, massing, height, square footage, and additional buildings. Envision a private family compound, secure technology-enabled retreat, underground safe rooms, guest residences, collector garages, recreation facilities, formal gardens, orchards, or a secluded wellness estate. Dual driveway access, a private well, and public water availability add flexibility. Acquire the land and plans, customize the program with Massei Construction, or contract for the completed estate. More than a homesite, this is a rare platform for a one-of-a-kind Silicon Valley legacy property.