261 Wheelock Rd
Watsonville, CA 95076
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,539 sq ft
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Available
Available Now

About This Home
Available Furnished, Partially Furnished or Unfurnished: Single family home (built in 1943) & ranch/farm on 4.94 acres with a detached two car (oversized) garage & barn (appx 3,100 sq ft barn). A tranquil, private estate offering privacy & natural beauty with twenty-seven fruit trees (pears, lemons, cherries, apples, oranges, persimmons, pomegranates, and figs), seven olive trees & eight nut trees. Also included, a vineyard with a total of 400 vines on 2 acres, featuring Pinot, Zinfadel, Chardonnay, and Merlot grapes. Zoned Residential Agricultural (RA), allows agricultural pursuits & equestrian facilities (zoned to allow horses kept on the property). The garden is currently yielding squash and lettuce, with tomatoes, corn, peas, and cabbage. All planted areas are irrigated, and additional chestnut and walnut trees further enhance the property's agricultural charm. The existing structures include a functional office space and storage areas. A detached garage, barn, and outbuilding provide flexible options. Entire property is fenced and has an automatic gate. VIDEO: Coming soon! Please contact Tony to have the video sent to you as soon as it is available this week. PARKING: Two car (oversized) detached garage. LAUNDRY: In-unit Washer and Dryer (large size appliances). STORAGE: Storage in garage and barn. OUTDOOR SPACE: Private covered patio between house & detached garage & almost 5 acres of land. COFFEE: 2 miles away. GROCERIES: minor 2 miles away, major 4 miles away. PARKS: Niesene Marks Forest about 12 miles away (fabulous hiking and scenic trails with river and waterfalls). DOG PARKS: Two dog parks about 4 miles away. TRANSPORTATION: Easy Highway access to Hwy 1 (about 5 miles away). UTILITIES: Tenants pay all utilities. Property has a well and two 5,000 gallon water storage tanks & septic. Note: Septic has been pumped and repaired in last 2 months. Also note: Pajaro water district charges $174 every 3 months. NOTE: Owner to retain (at Owner’s expense) gardener that visits once a week to maintain watering of plants and mowing. INTERNET SERVICE: Spectrum PETS: Dogs & Cats considered on a case by case basis. Horses allowed. Note: Service or support animals which are necessary due to disability will be allowed. OTHER ANIMALS: Horses allowed. Any animal that won't eat the trees and vineyard are considered. Alternatively, Tenants can provide a fenced in area for other grazing animals to prevent them from eating the trees & vineyard. Available NOW to view and for move in September 1st or later. Lease start date is negotiable and immediate lease start NOT required. **PLEASE NOTE: For in person showings, the showing agent will be practicing proper social distancing techniques and safety precautions with any individual in person showings. NO open houses held. One year lease minimum, owner is open to longer than one year lease (can also stay longer on a month to month basis after the initial one year lease). Available Furnished, Partially Furnished or Unfurnished. Tenant pays all utilities. Non-smoking unit. Square footage is approximate and has not been verified. Anthony Harkins, Broker DRE #01513284 (Please don’t use the DRE# to request a showing; instead provide the property address: 261 Wheelock Rd, Watsonville). Owner pays Broker Fee. We are an Equal Opportunity Housing Provider and follow all fair housing laws.
Unique Features
- 2 car garage
- barn
- vineyard
- EV Charging
- allows horses
- fruit trees
- private outdoor patio
261 Wheelock Rd is a house located in Santa Cruz County and the 95076 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Pajaro Valley Unified attendance zone.
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- 2 car garage
- barn
- vineyard
- EV Charging
- allows horses
- fruit trees
- private outdoor patio
Watsonville, the self-described “Artichoke Capital of the World,” sits 23 miles southeast of Santa Cruz, California. Watsonville is primarily an agricultural community with about 80 percent of its residents involved in farming. Life tends to move at a slow, relaxed pace in this small town just inland of Monterey Bay. With both Monterey and Santa Cruz within an easy drive, families love Watsonville for its laid-back vibe, reasonable cost of living, and convenient commutes. However, a diverse rental market and charming mix of suburban and urban convenience mean there’s something here for every renter.
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