The Mercury News

Rarely available 11-acre, mostly flat, parcel of residentia­l developmen­t land in Saratoga

- By Monica Lander CORRESPOND­ENT

Turn off a two-lane country road and onto an amazing parcel of land in the heart of Saratoga.

Bring a vision. Bring a dream. Be inspired to explore the possibilit­ies. Feel the embrace of tranquilit­y by the expanse of more than 11 acres, mostly flat, dotted with Heritage oaks, walnut trees, the San Tomas Aquino Creek, an enchanting wishing well, and a magnificen­t 180-year-old Sycamore under which the occasional deer takes solace.

The property at 14521 Quito Road has been one family’s haven for more than 75 years since they made the move from San Francisco escaping the fog-enshrined atmosphere and opting for a much warmer and rural climate. An employee of Knowles Pottery and later owner of Santa Clara Tile, the family patriarch used the handmade and adobe tiles to build a home and adjacent swimming pool on the property. Family gatherings, pool parties, and weekend-card games soon became popular pastimes that turned into fond memories.

Visualize as many as 10 magnificen­t custom estates on this level, buildable property with access from Quito and Vessing roads. Take advantage of the mature trees and natural terrain to create gorgeous homes of distinctio­n in the highly desirable zip code and develop a signature, career-high project.

Others may want to reserve the unique rural setting for their own story and create an incredible family compound while building a legacy for generation­s of heirs to enjoy.

An opportunit­y to own property like this with endless possibilit­ies is rare, and usually comes along only once in a lifetime. The property is bordered by estates on two sides that sprawl over generous, acre parcels. This property has water and electricit­y and is on a septic tank.

While the setting on the border of Los Gatos transports your mind a million miles away from the realities of urban life, it is also unbelievab­ly close to freeway access, the Silicon Valley and just minutes to downtown Saratoga and Los Gatos, 20 minutes to the San Jose Internatio­nal Airport, about 15 minutes to the Apple Campus and 30 minutes to Google. Netflix has a large campus in Los Gatos and is less than 5 miles from the property. Its convenient locale adds to its value and irresistib­le appeal.

With a population of about 30,000, Saratoga residents enjoy the small town feeling that happens to be just next door to the vibrant Silicon Valley. Some of the more exclusive estates in the South Bay are in Saratoga which is also home to a vibrant arts and cultural scene, charming historic downtown district, the Saratoga Village, and top-rated schools including Marshall Lane Elementary, Rolling Hills Middle, and Westmont High. Price: $20,000,000 Where: 14521 Quito Road, Saratoga

Website: www.14521Quito­Rd.com

Shown by appointmen­t only Listing Agents: Dottie Monroe 650-208-2500 Hayward Monroe 650-996-7869 www.DottieMonr­oeHomes.com

Realtors at Alain Pinel Realtors

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