Description
Historical Northern Colonial Estate This extraordinary estate, built in 1910 w/the highest of quality, by Sun-Maid raisin founder HH Welsh, sits on 5 acres in Central California. Designed by renowned architect JJ Blick, this +/-7,850 sq. ft. home is the only Blick-designed residence in the region. Meticulously restored with modern systems, including a field-mounted solar array, the estate is a masterpiece of historical significance. President Herbert Hoover stayed here in 1930, further adding to its rich legacy. Hardwood floors throughout, 2 generous living rooms, formal dining room, sun rooms, an office and 6 bedrooms make this home perfect for entertaining. The estate features 5 Batchelder-tile fireplaces, original chandeliers, a Spanish mahogany & oak stairway, Kokomo stained glass (also used by Tiffany), & custom padded silk walls. Modern amenities include Mitsubishi split systems for heating/cooling & a recirculation pump for instant hot water. The high-end kitchen boasts a Wolf range & Sub-Zero refrigerator. In the study, enjoy original built-in cabinets w/hand-rubbed lacquer & custom Donghia fabric drapery. Upstairs, you'll find 4 spacious bedrooms, rare Limoges porcelain door knobs from France, & a master bath w/heated marble floors. The grounds feature 100-year-old pomegranate & fig trees, a rose garden w/David Austin roses, a chicken coop, table grapes, & 50 fruit trees, all on drip irrigation. So many unique & quality features, must be experienced to appreciate.
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6BEDS
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5.99ACRES
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4BATHS
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11/2 BATHS
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7,850SQFT
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$376$/SQFT
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Description
Historical Northern Colonial Estate This extraordinary estate, built in 1910 w/the highest of quality, by Sun-Maid raisin founder HH Welsh, sits on 5 acres in Central California. Designed by renowned architect JJ Blick, this +/-7,850 sq. ft. home is the only Blick-designed residence in the region. Meticulously restored with modern systems, including a field-mounted solar array, the estate is a masterpiece of historical significance. President Herbert Hoover stayed here in 1930, further adding to its rich legacy. Hardwood floors throughout, 2 generous living rooms, formal dining room, sun rooms, an office and 6 bedrooms make this home perfect for entertaining. The estate features 5 Batchelder-tile fireplaces, original chandeliers, a Spanish mahogany & oak stairway, Kokomo stained glass (also used by Tiffany), & custom padded silk walls. Modern amenities include Mitsubishi split systems for heating/cooling & a recirculation pump for instant hot water. The high-end kitchen boasts a Wolf range & Sub-Zero refrigerator. In the study, enjoy original built-in cabinets w/hand-rubbed lacquer & custom Donghia fabric drapery. Upstairs, you'll find 4 spacious bedrooms, rare Limoges porcelain door knobs from France, & a master bath w/heated marble floors. The grounds feature 100-year-old pomegranate & fig trees, a rose garden w/David Austin roses, a chicken coop, table grapes, & 50 fruit trees, all on drip irrigation. So many unique & quality features, must be experienced to appreciate.
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