3980 Bonny Doon Rd

2,404,076 / 55.19
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Spanning 55 acres of highly usable land across two parcels, this property offers endless opportunities for viticulture, equestrian pursuits, or a private retreat. The award-winning 20-acre Pinot Noir vineyard with 4 distinct clones provides the option to continue farming, lease the land, or build your own winery. Equestrian amenities include a 6-stall barn with a wash area, tack room and bathroom, 4 paddocks, a pasture, and a 25,000 SqFt sport arena with all-weather footing. A private astronomical...Spanning 55 acres of highly usable land across two parcels, this property offers endless opportunities for viticulture, equestrian pursuits, or a private retreat. The award-winning 20-acre Pinot Noir vineyard with 4 distinct clones provides the option to continue farming, lease the land, or build your own winery. Equestrian amenities include a 6-stall barn with a wash area, tack room and bathroom, 4 paddocks, a pasture, and a 25,000 SqFt sport arena with all-weather footing. A private astronomical observatory allows for stargazing and imaging opportunities under Bonny Doon's famously clear skies. The property also includes a 2,400sf shop with an auto lift and solar with battery storage, a private well, and an impressive 25,000 gallons of water storage. Ideally situated near Santa Cruz, the property offers effortless access to beaches, hiking and biking trails, and a thriving coastal community. Permitted for a caretaker's unit (1,024 square foot garage with 640 square foot dwelling unit above) or a larger 5,000 sf horse barn. Listing includes two parcel numbers 063-091-06 & 063-121-14. Next door luxury residential property now offered separately: 420 Bonnie Brae - $4,500,000
  1. Listed by Tim Allen • DRE #00891159 • Brokerage DRE #01908304 • Coldwell Banker Realty • 831-214-1990

Property Details for 3980 Bonny Doon Road

MLS City Name
SANTA CRUZ
Building Type
Lots and Land
LISTING UPDATED: 12/14/2025 03:12 AM

Property Details for 3980 Bonny Doon Road

StatusActive
MLS #ML82020750
Days on Compass123
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLOTS AND LAND / Residential Lot
Year Built-
Lot Size55.19 AC
CountySanta Cruz County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Tim Allen, DRE #00891159
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Building Information for 3980 Bonny Doon Road

Lot Size55.19 AC

Payment Calculator

$20,038 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$19,471

Property Taxes

$567

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3980 Bonny Doon Road

Features
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Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
  • Utilities: Electricity - On Site, Public Utilities
  • Water: Well
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Bonny Doon Central
  • Subclass: Residential Lot
  • Street Number: 3980
  • Street Name: Bonny Doon
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 32
Lot / Property Details
Development Information
  • Ownership Type: Individual
  • Zoning Detail: A-L
Location Information
  • Parcel Access: Accessible, City Street
  • Parcel Number: 063-091-16-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: SANTA CRUZ
  • City Postal ID: 64
  • Postal Code: 95060
  • Elementary School District: 948
  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
Lot Information
  • Development Status: Improvements - Other
  • Existing Crops Vegetation: Grapes
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Horse Property: Yes
  • Lot Acres: 55.19
  • Lot Description: Agricultural Use, Farm Animals (Permitted), Grade - Mostly Level, Vineyard
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Present Use: Livestock, Vineyard

Property History for 3980 Bonny Doon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82020750

$3,995,000
Sep 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82020750

$3,995,000
Jan 12, 2001

Sold

EBRD #ML80014402

$1,925,000
Jan 12, 2001

Sold

MLSListings #ML80014402

$1,925,000
Jan 12, 2001

Sold

RESFAR #80014402

$1,925,000
May 15, 2000

Pending

MLSListings #ML80014402

May 15, 2000

Pending

RESFAR #80014402

May 15, 2000

Pending

EBRD #ML80014402

Apr 14, 2000

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80014402

$2,100,000
Apr 14, 2000

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80014402

$2,100,000
Apr 14, 2000

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80014402

$2,100,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/08/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82020750

$3,995,000
09/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82020750

$3,995,000
01/12/2001

Sold

EBRD #ML80014402

$1,925,000
01/12/2001

Sold

MLSListings #ML80014402

$1,925,000
01/12/2001

Sold

RESFAR #80014402

$1,925,000
05/15/2000

Pending

MLSListings #ML80014402

05/15/2000

Pending

RESFAR #80014402

05/15/2000

Pending

EBRD #ML80014402

04/14/2000

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80014402

$2,100,000
04/14/2000

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80014402

$2,100,000
04/14/2000

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80014402

$2,100,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3980 Bonny Doon Road

Taxable ValueLand$223,014Additions$269,349Total$492,363
Tax Record2025$6,809 ($567 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,528 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,528 SqFtLot Size751,976 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1900ZoningA-LCountySANTA CRUZAPN063-091-16

Schools near 3980 Bonny Doon Road

This home is within Bonny Doon Union Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bonny Doon Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Mission Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Harbor High School
Public9 to 12

Soquel High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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3980 Bonny Doon Road is a 55.19 ac of land for sale in Santa Cruz, CA 95060. This property was listed for sale on September 8, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Realty, it's currently listed at $3,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 123 days and was last sold on January 12, 2001. This listing's school districts are Bonny Doon Union Elementary School District, Santa Cruz City High School District. Nearby schools include Bonny Doon Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School and Harbor High School. 3980 Bonny Doon Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 55.19 ac of land on a 2,404,076 sq. ft. / 55.19 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Tim Allen, DRE #00891159

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