Beautiful backyard w/ mountain views, walking from Downtown.

Amazing views highlight this special property. Enjoy world-class sunsets from this secluded, well-sized property - a modern house on top of a hill overlooking miles of hills and forest. Details: Booking Times: Each booking is a minimum 5-hour time slot, inclusive of set-up + breakdown. Guest Count: Up to 40 people max (including kids). Square Footage + Layout: Approximately 1300 square feet, with an open & flat layout. Parking: The house is up a hill, and the entry road to the house is a narrow one-way street. There is a max 3 car parking close to the backyard door. And is used for vendor parking and elderly/other guests who really need it. The rest of the parking is a few minutes of a hilly walk. FAQ Q. Can I come to view the site before booking? Yes. A $65 charge through Venmo/Zelle to come visit is refundable if you hold the event at this venue. Q. Can I get my own food and drinks (alcoholic/nonalcoholic)? Yes, snacks and beverages: feel free to bring anything you like! All alcohol consumption must be 21+ years of age. Light snacks, charcuterie, full catering, or a full dinner spread can be nicely placed on the outdoor bar ledge. Q. Can I heat my catered food? There is a microwave, warmer, and electric chafing dishes add-on for a rate. I recommend using the cooking range's integrated warming drawer, which measures 30x11.625 inches, in the outdoor kitchen for any bread. Use our chafing dishes to keep the food warm throughout your event. You can also consider an outdoor fridge to keep your desserts, cake, etc., chilled. Q. Can I come ahead of my party time to set up the decorations? Setup and tear-down time are included in the booking. Typically, guests require an hour to set up and an additional hour to clean up the space and return it to its original condition. Q. Can we play music? Some people may want to dance. DJ and loud music are not allowed. We provide a BT speaker. Q. Is there a separate restroom for guests outdoors? Yes. See the listing pictures. Q. What’s Included? -A gorgeous natural all-outdoor setup includes a fountain, koi pond, huge pergola (12x24 feet), clear mountain views, and chic aesthetics for an intimate experience. - dimmable lighting experience with market string lights to set the perfect mood. - a gorgeous fire pit. - Side shades and an umbrella for a luxuriously private atmosphere. - on-site venue manager (in case you need help with the fire pit/lights/heating/WiFi). - the outdoor restroom. - Two medium-sized trash cans. Q. Is seating provided? -Usage of all furniture, including two couches (6 seats), four cushioned chairs (4), cushioned stools (2), six dining chairs (6), two bar stools (2), a work table, side tables, and a coffee table. This usually sits 20 people. You may rent seating from an outside vendor if inviting more than 20 people. We can remove all of our furniture to accommodate your rented seating arrangement. Rental referrals are part of the 'event planning' add-on. Q. How far are you from Los Gatos downtown and the CA-17 N exit? We are half a mile away from the Los Gatos High School, Los Gatos downtown, and the nearest exit. Q. What are the trash disposal rules? Leave No Trace: You must leave no trace upon the conclusion of your private event. We can take a very limited amount of garbage (2 bags max). Otherwise, you will be expected to take everything you brought in with you. Q. What are LOAD-IN TO LOAD-OUT rules? Please coordinate with me for any and all drop-offs and pickups for the DAY OF the event. An additional fee may apply for any load-in and load-out outside the booking date. EARLY DROP OFFS & LATE PICKUPS: Early drop-offs of equipment and catered food outside normal booking hours may require an additional fee per scheduled appointment. Q. How is the parking? You can park up to 3 cars close to the backyard entrance. The rest of the parking will be approx. 300 yards from the backyard, closer to the next house and down the street. Q. What if it's raining? In case of inclement weather, we can work with you to find an alternate date. Q. Anything else? Before your event starts: 1. a $250 security deposit (through Zelle) will be refunded after you hand over the venue w/ no damages. Spills on the floor count as a cleaning overhead. 2. You are required to sign a liability waiver form. This is the usual form you'd sign with renting a place. NOTE: -Extras, please ask: Heaters, cook range and warmers, extra seating, hot tub, decorations, beer tub w/table. -Optional amenities not included in your rate can be added under 'Additional Rentals' with pricing provided. -Extra seating beyond 20 people needs to be rented through an external vendor -Some items are movable, others are not. Please chat with me at the time of booking for available options. -No smoking on the property. -No animals allowed without prior approval. -No loud music, bands,s or DJs allowed -A refundable day-of security/damage deposit of $250 through Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, etc. *Decor rules* -You may move furniture and objects, but please return them to their original location. - No nails, screws, staples, or gummed-backed materials may be used. Use double-sided tape only. - No glitter or confetti of any kind of chemical pigment is allowed on site. - No sparklers, Roman candles, or fire-producing gags or effects. -If it requires using a tool to remove, or opening a cabinet or a drawer, please ask first. *Trash Disposal Rules* - All Trash should be placed in bags and taken w/ you. - Remove all event decorations and recycle - No littering - Leave the space tidy and organized once the event is over *Booked Time* -Setup & Breakdown time is included in your booked hours. Please factor in setup and teardown time when booking the number of hours. Minimum 5 hours required. - In need of extra setup and decoration removal time, please consult with hosts before booking. - Extra time will incur additional charges *Food and Parking rules* -Alcohol must be consumed responsibly. -Outside catering is allowed -Limited 3-car parking close to the backyard. This parking is reserved for the elderly and vendors who must drop equipment, food, or other heavy stuff. Most of the parking is 300 yards away.