This secluded retreat in the heart of the Santa Cruz redwood forest enjoys year-round sunlight through the ample new double-pane windows & venting glass skylights. Step inside the spacious open-concept living room/dining room/kitchen w/ a cathedral ceiling & clerestory windows. The spa-like back deck offers a canopy-level view of the forest from which you regularly see deer, turkeys, & the occasional coyote & owl. The home is located in the Forest Lakes community w/ its private lake, movie nights, & community celebrations in the park. World-famous state parks are close by, & you can hear the old-timey steam train whistle in the distance. The farmers market & regular concerts at Roaring Camp & Felton Music Hall bring the entertainment to your door while its easy to travel as you are only minutes from the highway to San Jose airport. Santa Cruz is just six miles away, w/ the beach & the possibility of taking your kayaks out for a paddle.