Hidden in an alley just steps from the stairs to 12th Avenue Beach, which are bookended by Black Point and the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor, you can find the majestic beach mansionone of the first Craftsman-style homes, built in 1904. This lifestyle property offers beautiful, unique views of Schwann Lake and Twin Lakes Beach while being conveniently close to excellent restaurants, coffee shops, yachting, shopping, and the best farmers' market in town! Draped in history and for decades, the home was filled with writers, artists, potters, poets, musicians, and creatives alike. This grand beauty is ready for its next chapter, flaunting great bones, a historic designation, legal duplex status, classic Craftsman wrap-around porches, and endless possibilities. The upstairs is full of vintage built-ins, long-lived fixtures, fathomless books, and ornate carvings still holding the memories of family, friends, celebrations, and laughter, while the first-floor rooms are skillfully arranged, like origami. There are a multitude of windows on every level. While the salty air and ocean elements can be harsh on the peeling paint so near to the sea, don't worrythis Majestys story is not over; it is just a new beginning. Make your beach dreams come true, the possibilities are truly endless here!
Days on market: 61
Listing updated: September 03, 2025 - 06:40:09
Listed by: Celeste Faraola Perie DRE #01077450 831-425-1515, Schooner Realty - MLSListings
Source: MLSListings, MLS#: ML35601 Originating MLS: CRMLS
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