Wine Country, Sonoma, California

Nestled into a 22± acre oak-studded hillside that cascades toward the valley floor, this majestic estate seems to grow from its woodland setting. An impressive hideaway filled with both modern and Medieval inspiration, it is a peaceful location for grand living and entertaining.

A gated drive passes through a vine-draped entry and ends at a regal circular courtyard that sits at the center of the estate’s pavilions. Stone walls seem to rise from the earth and offer stalwart support for striking elements of plaster and glass and the terraced setting and grounds allow nearly every room to access patios and gardens. Classical influences are apparent throughout, in the robust earth tones, eye-catching terra-cotta barrel roof tiles, copper turrets and gutters, deep eaves with up-light soffits and plentiful columns that proceed from the courtyard entry through to the patio. Stone, tile, exposed timbers and other woodwork—crafted from alder, cherry, Douglas fir, and mesquite—and other organic components have been used to artful advantage.

Each material was carefully selected for ease and effortlessness of daily living and maintenance. Outdoors, stone steps lead from the home to a relaxing sun terrace beside a spa and overlooking a curvaceous infinity-edge swimming pool embraced by terraced rock walls. Alfresco meals and entertaining are easy thanks to a dining arbor and an outdoor kitchen with a grill and refrigerator. Below the pool is a private bocce court with view; above it all at the top of stone steps, a peaceful swing sits beneath a shade tree, allowing for relaxed enjoyment of an unparalleled vista. The acreage also features arbors, colorful roses, maple, olive, peach, fig, nectarine, and apple trees; walkways; a professionally installed 1.5+ mile hiking path. Just 10± minutes to the historic Sonoma Plaza and within 1 hour of San Francisco and all Sonoma County Wine Country amenities.  

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$7,995,000