Imagine waking to the sound of waves, light filtering through century-old windows, and loved ones gathering where monarch butterflies return each fall. The Monarch Cove is more than a propertyits a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a legacy estate overlooking Monterey Bay.
Tucked above the bluff in the coastal village of Capitola, this historic compound offers three distinct parcels sold together as one breathtaking estate.
The Victorian Estate: A 4,000 sq. ft. 9-room Victorian home on a 23,653 sq. ft. lot with panoramic ocean views and timeless architecture. Ideal as a grand main residence, boutique inn, or exclusive retreat.
Carriage House Cottage: An 800 sq. ft., 2-bedroom guest house on a 20,430 sq. ft. lot with expansion potential up to approx. 2,500 sq. ft.
Holiday House Parcel: 17,903 sq. ft. with two 4-car garages, a 400 sq. ft. cottage, office with conference room, kitchen, utility room, and potential future access from Escalona Dr. Could support up to 3 more residences (buyer to verify).
Whether you envision a private family haven, a luxury inn, or further development, The Monarch Cove is a rare offering full of soul, history, and potential.
Listed by Jennifer Cosgrove
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License #01334273
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Intero Real Estate Services
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408-930-8425
Last updated September 07, 2025
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Source: MLSListings #ML82003244
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodCapitola
Bedrooms14
Days on Prevu111
Size7,932 sqft
Price per sqft$1,752
Amenities
Pets Allowed
Parking
Location
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Listing History
05/22/2025
Listed by Intero Real Estate Services
$13,900,000
Property Details for 620 El Salto Drive
Exterior
Construction
Roof: Composition
Stories: 2
Year Built: 1890
Year Built Details: 6
Architectural Style: Victorian
Features
Other Structures: Garage, Shed(s)
View: Bay, Garden/Greenbelt, Ocean, Water
Measurements
Building Area Total: 7,932
Lot Features: Grade - Level
Lot Size Acres: 1.44
Lot Size Area: 62,986
Lot Size Source: Other
Lot Size Square Feet: 62,986
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 036-143-31-000
Interior
Features
Appliances: Oven Range - Gas
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling
Measurements
Living Area: 7,932
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 12
Bedrooms Total: 14
Parking
Parking
Garage Spaces: 8
Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Detached, Lighted Parking Area
Parking Total: 12
Schools
Elementary School
Elementary School: Main Street Elementary_1
Elementary School District: Soquel Union Elementary
High School
High School: Soquel High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Middle or Junior School
Middle Or Junior School: New Brighton Middle
Utilities
Equipment
Heating: Wall Furnace
Laundry Features: In Utility Room
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Public Utilities, Water - Public
Water Source: Public
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