If it’s peaceful serenity you’re seeking in the Silicon Valley area, then you deserve to take a look at property for sale in the semi-rural village of Monte Sereno, California. Located in southwestern Santa Clara County at the base of the San Jose mountains, the 1.56 square mile town is known for its many trees and rolling hills, without shopping malls or other urban clutter.
The Monte Sereno real estate market features high quality houses on expansive plots of land, within easy commuting range of Silicon Valley. With a total population of around 4,000 residents, Monte Sereno, California is a good fit for Silicon Valley executives looking for peace and tranquility after a long day’s work. In fact, a sizeable proportion of Monte Sereno’s population is comprised of Silicon Valley executives.
Ideal for Golfers and Wine Enthusiasts
Despite its peaceful nature, Monte Sereno is not without its own attractions. Tennis courts abound in the town, and there are many golf courses nearby. For example, Deep Cliff, an executive golf course in nearby Cupertino, has many scenic features, including a creek, local wildlife and mountain views. As a beautiful 36-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Facility, Coyote Creek Golf Club in San Jose is home to an annual PGA tournament. San Juan Oaks Golf Club was designed by PGA legend Fred Couples and is located in the scenic hills of Hollister’s. The club features a restaurant with full bar, providing a superb setting for post-game relaxation.
Many fine wineries are located in very close proximity to Monte Sereno. For example, a boutique winery known as Savannah-Chanelle is located in a romantic setting in the mountains, just minutes from Monte Sereno. Premium winemakers of Cinnabar (availing varieties such as Chardonnay, Merlot, and Bourdeaux), sits in an ideal position, overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Cinnabar hosts the Santa Cruz Mountains Vintner's Festival the first weekend of each June, as well as the Annual GrapeStomp the last weekend of each September.
Monte Sereno: A Sound Choice for Families
Another reason for the increasing demand of Monte Sereno real estate is the exceptionally high quality of the Los Gatos School District. Los Gatos offers small schools with small class sizes, and schools in the district consistently obtain very high scores on California’s annual assessment of the academic quality of schools (API). For example, in 2006, Los Gatos High School scored a cumulative 866 on the API, while the school district’s Rolling Hills Middle School tallied a cumulative score of 843 (a score of 800 is considered very good). Moreover, the district’s schools feature exceptionally small class sizes, allowing children to receive more individualized attention, and thereby facilitating the learning process.
In addition to great schools, children will also benefit from the many activities available to them in Los Gatos. Several summer day camps are located in Los Gatos, about five minutes away from Monte Sereno. Day camps in Los Gatos include a soccer camp, a science-oriented camp, a general sports-oriented camp, and a camp with an emphasis on the arts, including theatre and arts and crafts. Hillbrook Summer Camp, also located in Los Gatos, is run by one of the area’s most prestigious private schools. During the school year, children can enjoy boys’ or girls’ soccer, dance, and Little League, as well as recreational basketball leagues and tennis squads.
