Distinctive Properties - February 2016

February 2016

Stunning Valley Views

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Classic Country Estate Distinctive Styling defines this Classic Wine Country Estate. A beautiful single level home featuring dramatic vaulted ceilings, warm wood flooring, massive stone fireplace, generous rooms with seamless indoor and outdoor living. Island kitchen open to the family room. Sun drenched pool house, fully equipped outdoor kitchen and bocce ball court make summer entertaining a breeze. 2 Bedroom guest house, caretakers quarters, and an abundance of storage for cars or all the toys you can imagine.

Watch the sun set over your very own pond.

Offered at $3,650,000

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STUNNING VIEW ESTATE Located on the Highly Desirable East Side of Napa Close to World Class Dining, Wineries, Oxbow and Downtown Napa.

Gorgeous Remodeled and Upgraded Contemporary Style Single Level Home with an Abundance of Natural Light, a Luxurious Master Suite, Gourmet Kitchen and Wine Cellar. A Series of French Doors Open to Low Maintenance Outdoor Entertaining Areas Including a Pool with Built-in Spa, Garden Areas, Olive and Fruit Trees and Gentleman’s Vineyard. There is a Spacious Detached Garage with Bonus Room Perfect for Guests, Office or Artist Studio! Amenities Include Solar System for the Home, Hardwood and Marble Flooring, Wood Framed Double Pane Windows and Solid Core Doors, Crown Molding, Built-in Features, Marble Bathrooms with Grohe Hardware, On All City Services!

Offered at $2,695,000

EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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TRIKING ITALIAN VILLA

Imagine a stunning Italian hillside villa perched in the hills above St. Helena with commanding panoramic views of the valley floor. The sleek Italian architecture has been designed to maximize the unobstructed views and impressive hillside location. Exceptional style and grace are clearly evident in every aspect of this sophisticated 6 br & 5.5 ba home. Enjoy entertaining by the pool with enormous patio, towering Palm trees and outdoor pavilion with fireplace for alfresco dining. A tranquil setting and visual paradise.

AMAZING VALUE! $2,850,000

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MMACULATE COUNTRY HOUSE

Immaculate single story country home on 1.22 acres is exquisitely situated to take full advantage of its natural setting and provide ample privacy and space. This elegantly updated & remodeled 3 br & 2 ½ ba home expresses contemporary style with modern details and timeless finishes throughout. The floor plan creates a comfortable lifestyle with spacious rooms and wonderful outdoor living centers around a fabulous open deck with beautiful forest views. $795,000

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An extraordinary opportunity to own 152+ acres near Oakville, located only minutes from Yountville & St. Helena. Just far enough from Hwy 29 for a destination getaway – only 3.6 miles/7 minutes to Oakville Grocery, this peaceful and serene 152+ acre ranch offers beautiful mountain views, open meadows, a seasonal creeks, and natural springs. This compound consists of three vintage homes (Main residence: 3 br & 2ba, Second residence: 3 br & 1 ba and Guest house: 2 br & 1 ba). $1,100,000

Yvonne Rich DRE01045780

(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California

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OWELL MOUNTAIN AVA WINERY ESTATE

Seize the opportunity to acquire a highly-rated Howell Mtn. AVA winery with a 20,000 gallon permit, premium Bordeaux varietal vineyard, a complete wine production facility, and... high on a hilltop, above the fog, a beautiful Provencal estate with 180’ views of Napa Valley. Undoubtedly the most scenic winery estate to come on the market in recent years. The winery compound appeals to every sense & satisfies every desire of an oenophile’s dream. $ 12,500,000

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ISTORIC RUTHERFORD VINEYARD

Historic Bommarito Ranch in the Rutherford Appellation. A prime Rutherford Bench winery site, easy on/off access to Galleron Road & Mee Lane & neighboring Alpha Omega Winery & Franciscan Winery. Sited on 23+ acres, approx. 21 acres of Rutherford Dust vineyard, historic Bommarito’s residence & five vintage homes offer endless possibilities. A magical setting to create a winery compound in one of the most sought-after appellations. $ 9,800,000

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IDEAWAY COTTAGES

The Hideaway Cottages are nestled in a private setting, a calming sanctuary near historic downtown Calistoga. Sited on 1.7+ acres comprised of 3 parcels; the main Victorian built in 1879, currently 15 income units(1br & 2 br cottages & studios with kitchens), several outbuildings, pool/spa, 2 water wells, geothermal well, entitlement for 20+ city water hook-ups & is being sold turnkey. Properties of this type & size rarely come available. $ 4,995,000

Yvonne Rich DRE01045780

(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California

yvonne@fabulousnapavalley.com

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This truly spectacular 55+ acre land above Oakville is surrounded by lush natural landscaping with plenty of sun and enjoys unusual solitude.

Paved road to the property, developed well and situated in an exclusive area of fine Oakville Estates. Approx. 2 acres may be suitable for vineyard in Mount Veeder Appellation and AW zoning may allow guest house plus caretaker house. This is the Perfect chance for the sophisticated buyer desiring idyllic surroundings for a private lifestyle. Truly a distinctive place to consider building a home. $695,000

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RIME CALISTOGA BUILDING SITES

One acre building parcel within the city limits of Calistoga. An idyllic location with a unique blend of country & city. Each large one-acre parcel is level, usable & ensures privacy & seclusion. Beautiful country setting, a blank canvas to build a private oasis or family compound with room for a hobby vineyard, organic orchard & gardening beds for farm to table living. Paved road access, underground utilities, well & city water.

PARCEL 1 $775,000 & PARCEL 2 $750,000

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This amazing log home evokes a combination of modern mountain living & old world graciousness. Beautifully crafted classic chalet style home nestled in park-like setting backing to wooded acres. Two-story great room with dramatic ceilings & stone hearth fireplace, gorgeous hardwood floors, well-appointed kitchen, a large loft for family room/game room or office, spacious covered porch for outdoor entertaining & a separate guest/income unit. $ 695,000

Yvonne Rich DRE01045780

(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California

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LEGANT FRENCH COUNTRY ESTATE

Magnificent French Country estate nestled on 1+ acres offers classic European charm w/all the modern amenities & is only minutes to downtown St. Helena. Dramatic architecture, cathedral/beamed ceilings & banks of beautiful arched windows reveal the beautiful outdoor surroundings. The grounds create a resort-like atmosphere, while adding to the sense of privacy and quiet country ambience. This impeccable home reflects grace & style at every turn. $1,250,000

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Sited on 2+ acres, this exquisite French country home is masterfully created with thoughtful architectural planning & striking European appointments. French doors w/transom windows throughout, hand carved antique door, exquisite lighting fixtures, stunning wrap around stone courtyard & a wine cave that a true oenophile will appreciate. Three separate structures: The main house, guest cottage & art studio/ exercise room.

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A Rutherford Dust gardener’s paradise on half acre surrounded by gorgeous gardens. This artfully designed cottage has a wellequipped kitchen with Wolf range & stainless appliances. Intimate formal dining room with vaulted wood ceiling, living room, laundry nook, hardwood & tile floors, and plantation shutters throughout. Majestic redwoods create a sense of privacy & bountiful fruit/nut trees and gardening beds allow for farm to table living. $ 1,695,000

Yvonne Rich DRE01045780

(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California

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Development plans submitted for Register site Project estimated to cost $40M JENNIFER HUFFMAN jh uf f man @n apanews.c om The new owner of the site currently home to the Napa Valley Register has filed an application with the city to build 51 townhouses and 6,000 feet of commercial space along Second Street.

Vesta Pacific Development, based in San Diego, proposes a $40 million mixed-use development on the downtown block, including townhouses ranging from about 1,000 to 1,600 square feet.

“Our project is very simple in concept – create housing downtown,” said Barry McComic, a spokesperson for Vesta Pacific and the development.

The Register’s parent company, Lee Enterprises, sold the block in September for about $5 million. The proceeds will be used to pay down debt, officials said. Lee, like many newspaper-owning companies, has been exploring the sale of large downtown newspaper offices across the chain.

The Register’s building was damaged during the August 2014 earthquake, and the press was rendered inoperable. After studying the matter extensively, the company concluded that it made economic sense to outsource printing to the Rohnert Park-based press owned by Sonoma Media Investments, which has been printing the

Register since shortly after the earthquake.

Outsourcing the printing meant the Register no longer needed the 21,000-square-foot headquarters on Second Street, leading to the sale and eventual relocation of the offices. An announcement of the new location of the Register’s offices is said to be imminent.

According to the tentative map and design submitted to the city, the redevelopment project would include five buildings — four on the block bounded by Second, Wilson, Third and Seminary streets, and a fifth on the small parking lot at the southwest corner of Third and Seminary.

The 6,000 square feet of commercial space would run along the Second Street frontage.

The development would have a 61-space, streetlevel parking garage.

Residential units would be located above the commercial space and parking. Additional three-story residential units are planned to front on Third Street on both sides of Seminary.

Creating more mixed-use residential projects in downtown Napa “is what we have been talking about for a long time,” said Ryan Gregory, a local representative for the project. He is a principal with RSA+, a Napa civil engineering and surveying company.

Adding inventory to the city’s housing stock, particularly in downtown, “could be a way for some folks to enter the housing market,” Gregory said. Because they will be built in smaller

sizes, the townhouses will be “affordable by design,” especially compared to single-family homes, he said.

McComic said this was Vesta’s first project in Napa County. He acknowledged that the 2014 earthquake, while devastating for many Napans, also presented “a very unique opportunity to others who were willing to come in and take some active hand in retrofitting.”

The Register is a good example, McComic said. “That project would not exist but for the earthquake. That’s the good, the bad and the realistic of the world.”

McComic said he would be careful not to overprice the units. “I’ll be perfectly satisfied if we can come in at less than $500 per square foot,” which would mean the townhouse prices could likely start in the high $400,000 range, he said.

Such housing will appeal equally to both locals, Bay Area buyers and international buyers, he predicted.

Napa’s proximity to wealthy areas of the Bay Area and its world-famous wine region make the area very desirable, he said. “I think our market is going to be very broad.”

“I’m excited about Napa in general,” he said.

“I think it’s going to be a very nice project.”

Gregory said he hopes to present the project to the Planning Commission this summer. If all goes smoothly, work at the site could begin as soon as September, said McComic.

Above: The current location of the Napa Valley Register at Second and Wilson streets is proposed for redevelopment for 51 townhouses and two commercial spaces. Submitted image

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G N I D PEN 59.7+/- AcRE ESTATE PROPERTY Located in Calistoga and Knights Valley, adjacent to Blossom Creek Winery and Turnbull is this 4100 square foot main residence, 900 sq. ft. guest house currently utilized as an office with approx.. 16.7 acres of vineyard on a long term lease expiring in 2025. An additional 8+/- acres of vineyard – 4 acres of hillside Cabernet and 4+/- acres of Petite Sirah with additional plantable acreage and potential for winer/caves. A rare opportunity. $6,950,000

www.calistoga-realty.com Calistoga Realty Co., Inc.

2+ AcRE BuILDINg SITE Great 2+ acre building site on the western side of Calistoga with some partial views of Mt. St. Helena and the Palisades. Paved road is in. Shared water for landscaping is also in. Need to develop septic and hook to City water. Owner has soils and engineering plans. $495,000

1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422

gREAT BuILDINg SITE Great building site located on Diamond Mountain Road in an area of exclusive properties. Located close to the bottom of Diamond Mountain, yet great views of Mt. St. Helena and the Valley floor. This is an estate but not subject to court confirmation or over bids. $995,000

BELLA VISTA VINEYARDS An incredible opportunity to own a one of a kind Estate property situated on over 200 acres in Napa and Sonoma County. The custom built Mediterranean Style residence was designed by Adrian Martinez AIA and there are three additional buildable parcels included in this sale and each one provides panoramic views. 37+/- acre premium vineyard, planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Chardonnay, benefits from excellent Aiken loam soils and is located in both the Calistoga and Knights Valley appellations. This profitable grape growing program produced over 483 tons of fruit over the last 3 harvests and generated revenues of over 1.2 Million. The ranch features spectacular views of Mt. St. Helena and enjoys an abundant supply of water from its substantial irrigation pond and private well. This property presents a unique opportunity to build a vineyard estate compound or winery with attractive current cash flow and access to both Napa and Sonoma Counties. $10,495,000

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THREE HOMES ON 2.2 ACRES Perfect as a family compound or enjoy one house and rent the others. Lovely creekside setting creates the perfect summer hideaway for these 3 uniquely different homes with views looking out across vineyards to the Palisades. Private patios, picnic areas, water features, creek, vineyard and garden areas combine to make this a potential Napa Valley haven. $1,395,000

www.calistoga-realty.com Calistoga Realty Co., Inc.

1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422

LOCATION! LOCATION! Cedar Street location for this spacious ranch style home with wood floors, fireplace, wood stove in family room, three bedrooms, 2 baths, large yard with separate building that would make a great studio, and did we mention a great location. A little TLC and this would be the perfect starter home or weekender. $615,000

ADORABLE 1950’s ERA HOME With beautiful hardwood floors, fireplace, newer appliances, freshly painted, overhead fans, Pella doors with security locks, landscaped front and back with sprinkler system and just a few blocks from downtown. Perfect weekend home. $565,000

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP Shows in every corner of this tastefully, completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home. Oak wood floors throughout the living area, new lighting, gas fireplace, new appliances, wood shutters, new windows, beautifully upgraded baths, 50 year steel roof, and a beautiful professionally landscaped front and back yard. Move right in. $695,000

INVITING SPACES In this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with wood floors and a gas fireplace in the great room, recessed lighting, remodeled kitchen with quartz counter tops, separate living room with sliding doors leading to an inviting front deck so you can enjoy the views of the surrounding hills and a beautifully landscaped yard and large rear deck perfect for entertaining.

Located off Lake St. behind Pizza place, take Falleri to Urbani. $675,000

EstatEs • VinEyards • Vacation HomEs • Land rEsidEntiaL and commErciaL Sharon Carone, Broker • Darlene Brissard, Realtor • Brian Durnian, Broker Februrary 2016 – 13 Ziggy Gutierrez, Realtor • Scott Sofie, Realtor

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Chili Peppers, Stevie Wonder, Florence top bill D AV I D K E R N S n e ws ro o m@n ap anews.c om Latitude 38 Entertainment has announced its 2016 BottleRock Napa Valley lineup and it is star-studded at the top and broad and deep, with 80-plus bands and the “something for everyone” variety that has been the hallmark of the event since its inception.

The headliners, who will close the festivities on the main stage each of the three evenings, May 27-29, and not necessarily in this order, are Red Hot Chili Peppers, Stevie Wonder and Florence + the Machine.

Red Hot Chili Peppers have been among the top-ranked rock bands nationally and internationally for the past three decades, with 80 million albums sold, seven Grammys and induction in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. Their live shows are legendary, with lead singer Anthony Kiedis and bassist Flea typically out front and shirtless, combining funk-flavored hard rock and hard bodies in a leaveit-all-on-the-stage aerobic musical celebration.

Stevie Wonder is a national musical treasure, a singular artist, recording and performing for more than 50 years, with over 100 million

records sold, 10 No. 1 hits on the pop charts and 20 No. 1’s on the R&B charts. His honors include 25 Grammy Awards, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and membership in both the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

In 2014 he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Florence + the Machine is one of the hottest indie rock bands in the world. The British group has been recognized over the past six years with a slew of Brit, MTV and Grammy nominations. Like the Chili Peppers, their live performances, featuring lead vocalist Florence Welch, take them to a level well beyond their successful recordings. About Welch, one critic wrote, “The singer could have burst into flames with the amount of energy she was putting out.”

Right behind the headliners are three acts that are each worthy of topping the bill at a major festival: The Lumineers, Death Cab for Cutie and Lenny Kravitz.

A sampling of the rest includes Walk the Moon, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Ziggy Marley, Grouplove, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Gogol Bordello, Buddy Guy, Iration, Shovels & Rope, Ozomatli and BottleRock perennials Moonalice. At least five Latino bands will be in the mix, and, as in the past, a large number of local bands will perform, including The Deadlies, who will open the festival on the main stage on Friday.

BottleRock will begin selling ticket packages on Thursday, with single-day tickets to go on sale at a later date. The daily lineup has not yet been announced.

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From top left, clockwise: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Florence + the Machine, Death Cab for Cutie, The Lumineers, Stevie Wonder, Lenny Kravitz.

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BottleRock Napa Valley 2016 will include a larger (if you could imagine) main stage in all dimensions and larger video screens. There will also be a bigger culinary stage with an expanded cast of chefs, musicians and other celebrities. The VIP Village will be expanded and have a larger viewing platform, and the Skydeck will have views of both the main stage and the culinary stage.

Other changes include a new Platinum Lounge located next to the main stage, an expanded Kids Zone, increased merchandise offerings, more wine tasting/purchasing locations and new art installations.

Last week at his Latitude 38 office, CEO Dave Graham talked about booking the 2016 festival, particularly the challenge of signing what he calls “bucket list” acts like the Chili Peppers and Stevie Wonder.

“We started to make offers for

Ticket information Three-day passes are on sale at BotttleRockNapaValley.com and Eventbrite.com.

Festival pricing is tiered, increasing in increments between Jan. 7 and May 27 Three-Day General Admission Pass — starts at $269 Three-Day VIP Pass — (limited quantity) — starts at $599 Three-Day VIP plus Skydeck Pass — (limited quantity) — starts at $950 Three-Day Platinum Pass — extremely limited quantity — starts at $3,000 Latitude 38 Entertainment will release daily lineups and single-day passes at a future date.

2016 in March of 2015, prior to our 2015 festival,” Graham said.

“It’s an extremely competitive marketplace for bands in the Bay Area. You have AEG, Live Nation, Another Planet, the independent promoters, all vying for the same bands, the hottest bands.

“We wanted to let the agents and agencies know who we were thinking about. We wanted to get ahead of the game. And if there was any question whether BottleRock was here to stay, well that answered it, because we were putting out offers for 2016 before our 2015 festival.

That implied that things were going well with our business model, which we knew at the time.

“The first headliner that we signed for 2016 was Stevie Wonder, and then Florence and the Red Hot Chili Peppers happened at about the same time. With regard to the Chili Peppers, we’ve had an offer

essentially out there since we took over the BottleRock brand. It’s been one of those bands that we wanted to have. They are iconic, they are a bucket list band.”

According to Graham, “when we first put in our offers for 2014, we had zero chance of getting them.

We thought we did, but we didn’t because we didn’t have the credibility to attract a band of that caliber, especially given what had happened in 2013.”

Latitude 38 took over the BottleRock franchise in 2014 after the original promoter, BR Festivals, plunged into bankruptcy after the inaugural festival in 2013.

“It’s taken us a lot of time and a lot of effort to build credibility with the agencies and agents and managers that represent bands like the Chili Peppers,” Graham said.

“We’d gone through a series of I don’t know how many offers for

the Chili Peppers. This one came together at the last minute. We thought they were out, that they were going to go straight to Europe for their summer tour. It turns out they wanted to play a few gigs before leaving for Europe. I think we signed them in October.”

Latitude 38’s patience and perseverance were rewarded. Graham returned repeatedly to trust as the indispensable ingredient for booking artists of headliner caliber. “You begin to build credibility (with) an agent, whose job it is to not only maximize revenue and profitability for an artist, but to protect the brand,” he said.

“Once they believe that you are not going to screw up their franchise brand — the Chili Peppers is a franchise brand — then you can actually talk seriously about the possibility, then you can get to the table to have the conversation.

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Dramatic St. Helena vineyard view estate. 5 acres, 3 Bed / 3 Bath main residence, pool, expansive lawn, & room for guest house.

Winery, vineyard and Mediterranean residence in the Atlas Peak Appellation. 10 ± acres planted with 8,000 gallon winery permit.

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The Napa City Council has accepted an offer from Robert and Richard Moreira to buy and relocate this 105-year-old building which once housed the Parks and Recreation department on West Street. The new owners plan to move the structure to South Jefferson Street.

Old building headed to new site Parks dept. going to Jefferson St. H OWA R D Y U N E h y u n e @n ap an e w s.c om The onetime home of Napa’s city Parks and Recreation department will receive a new home.

Two new owners are preparing to move the historic 105-year-old wooden structure to the south of town, after the City Council accepted their offer in December.

Napa will transfer the building to Robert and Richard Moreira free of charge, according to Jeff Frietas, the city’s real estate manager.

By not putting a price tag on the building, the city wanted to encourage someone to take it and preserve the historic portion.

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360 S. Jefferson St. will receive both the parks building, which city staff vacated last year, and a second Craftsman-style home from another location, Robert Moreira said before the vote.

The city has set a goal of clearing the building’s current site at 1100 West St. by May 1 to open the space for expanded parking areas downtown.

The transfer heads off the possibility of demolition for the structure, whose upper floor dates to 1910 and has a historic designation from the city. Napa County Landmarks, a historic preservation group, earlier endorsed the move.

Online profiles on LinkedIn describe Richard Moreira as a real estate agent representing Napa Valley winery owners. The website lists Robert Moreira as a business development manager for the

cybersecurity firm Infocyte Inc., and a former account manager for vineyard acquisition at Del Dotto Vineyards from 2009 to this year.

Only the upper floor will be preserved. Napa is scheduled to spend $10,000 from its general fund to tear down the non-historic lower floor, disconnect utilities and check for any residual asbestos.

Plans filed by the Moreiras call for the parks building to be deposited temporarily at South Jefferson Street while its new foundation is built.

To complete the move of the parks building, the new owners will need a design review as well as a certificate of appropriateness from the city’s Cultural Heritage Commission.

The 1910 building, which faces the new Oxbow Commons flood bypass channel and shared

a parking lot with the since-razed Cinedome movie theater, housed a teen community center before its conversion into city office space.

The structure was formerly located on First Street near City Hall.

In April 2014, the Parks and Recreation department relocated to an office complex on Soscol Avenue east of downtown. Later, Nordic Industries Inc., lead contractor for the nearby flood control bypass project, kept a temporary office in the former parks building before leaving this August.

December’s handover wrapped up Napa’s second attempt to find a new home for the historic building. An earlier offer, to a candidate planning to take the structure into the unincorporated county, collapsed in July, leading the city to withdraw its earlier requirement for a buyer to pay the demolition costs.

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• Elegance right out of Gone with the Wind!

• Country French 5BD/5.5BA home on private, gated drive • Knoll top setting with views to San Francisco • Guest house, granny unit, apartment

• Gorgeous recently renovated home • Wonderful guest house, pool, barn, and plantable acreage

Offered at $7,495,000

Offered at $6,950,000

www.5270DryCreekRoad.com

www.165VineyardCircle.com

• Perfect getaway home!

• Perfect retirement or second home • Sun-drenched patios and knoll top views • 2BD/2BA main house and 2BD/1BA pool house

• Kitchen features SS appliances and Quartzite counter tops • Recently remodeled 2BD/2BA condo • Close to Yountville’s dining and shopping

Offered at $1,295,000

Offered at $595,000

www.170CanyonDr.com

• Privately gated Silverado Resort neighborhood • Expansive living areas and open view decks • Master suite + two guest suites on the main floor

Offered at $2,950,000

www.161VineyardCircle.com • Charming 2BD/2BA condo • Just blocks from downtown Yountville • Kitchen opens to the living/dining room

Offered at $585,000

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Proposed helipad creates waves B A R RY E B E R L I N G b e be rlin g@n ap an ews.c om Christian Palmaz dreams of piloting his helicopter to and from the family home at Palmaz Vineyards where eastern Napa Valley meets the steep slopes of Mount George.

But his dream is a nightmare to some of his neighbors.

He wants a county permit to build a helipad on the rural property about three miles east of the city of Napa at 4031 Hagen Road.

The county is about to launch an environmental impact report to explore the proposal.

Palmaz stressed the helicopter trips would involve private use only, not taking people to the Palmaz winery. He said trips can be handled in such a way as to not disturb neighbors.

“Any friend who knows me knows I live and breathe aviation,” Palmaz said. “It is an incredible passion.”

Some neighbors worry about the noise. The Vision 2050 coalition of local environmental and neighborhood groups doesn’t want to see a precedent-setting project result in an increasing number of helicopters zipping over bucolic Napa Valley.

“Where will it stop?” Vision 2050 President Dan Mufson said.

“If one wealthy person can do it, then everyone can try.”

This past year, Napa County saw disagreements over whether its agricultural atmosphere is threatened by too much winery success and glitz on the ground.

In 2016, that dispute could spread to the air.

Palmaz Vineyards is located on 600 acres where Henry Hagen operated a winery in the late 1800s.

Julio and Amalia Palmaz founded their winery more than 15 years ago, and their son Christian Palmaz is president.

In an interview, Christian Palmaz talked about trying to alleviate the concerns of neighbors who don’t want a helicopter flying over their homes.

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Christian Palmaz prepares to take children for a helicopter ride over Napa in May 2014 for the Young Eagles Day program. Palmaz is asking Napa County for permission to build a helipad at Palmaz Vineyards a few miles east of the city of Napa for private use.

helipad on private property for private use in this county,” he said.

The proposal calls for establishing a no-fly zone over the adjacent Olive Hill rural area, using flight paths that concentrate the greatest amount of noise on the Palmaz property and flying 1,000 to 1,500 feet above ground when possible.

A twin-engine Bell 429 Global Ranger helicopter or something comparable would be used for flights to and from the helipad. This type of helicopter has advanced technology to reduce noise, a county report said.

The 50-foot-by-50-foot helipad would be paved with asphalt concrete and located on a hillside with terraced vineyards at an elevation of 321 feet. A hangar 29 feet tall at the roof ridge would be built into the hillside.

The state Department of Forestry and Fire Protection could use the helipad during emergencies, a county report said.

Christian Palmaz keeps his helicopter at Napa County Airport.

If and when the helipad is built at Palmaz Vineyards, he would make an average of four helicopter arrivals and four departures at the family home per week, a county report said.

He had a noise study done, but some neighbors distrusted

the results, Christian Palmaz said.

He realized a full environmental impact report overseen by the county is needed.

“The community deserves to know the Palmazs didn’t pencil-whip this project into approval,” he said.

Christian Palmaz sees his project as a precedent-setter for Napa County, but in a good way. If other people want a private helipad, they should have to meet the same, high standards, he said.

Robert Pursell shares a property line with Palmaz Vineyards. His family doesn’t want a helipad for a neighbor.

“Our contention is not only for this site, but for any residential site in Napa County, it’s just not compatible,” Pursell said.

The Palmaz request is the “canary in the coal mine.” County approval could lead to many more applications and more helicopters flying over a valley where the wine industry relies on quiet outdoor entertainment for its livelihood, Pursell said.

In addition, he’s afraid the county’s ability to regulate the helipad operations is preempted by a Federal Aviation Administration that is unwilling to regulate private operators. That leaves a vacuum, he said.

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Neighbors fear loss of tranquility concerns. Highly flammable aviation fuel would have to be trucked through the rural neighborhoods to the Palmaz property, he said.

Mufson said Vision 2050 has collected several hundred signatures from Coombsville area residents who are against the proposed helipad. This petition says that those signing don’t want to sacrifice their right to enjoy their properties in peace and quiet.

“We have chosen to live in one of Napa County’s most quiet residential pockets at the foot of Mount George,” the petition says.

Napa County has had a least 12 applications for helipads and airplane landing strips since 1965, county Planner Dana Ayers said.

The county approved six of them – two for St. Helena Hospital – as well as two for limited periods.

It denied two requests and two were withdrawn.

One of the higher-profile cases took place in 2005. Developer and San Diego Chargers owner Alex Spanos and his son-in-law, Ronald Berberian, proposed building a helipad on Pritchard Hill near Lake Hennessey. Berberian withdrew the application after neighbors protested.

In 1979, the county Planning Commission approved a helipad for Stags Leap Associates southeast of Yountville. The Board of Supervisors overturned the approval on appeal.

A 2011 real estate advertisement in the Napa Valley Register listed a $24 million home on Spring Mountain near St. Helena that included a private helipad.

Christian Palmaz began meeting with county Airport Advisory Commission and CalFire representatives in December 2013 to discuss helipad designs. This coming year, he could learn if he can join the few that have won helipad approvals from Napa County.

Once the draft environmental impact report is released — Ayers expects this to happen in late winter or early spring — the public will have 45 days to submit comments.

The helipad proposal will then be heard by the Planning Commission at public meetings.

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Winter tree trimming: why the season of white is a great time to think green (BPT)—Is your winter tree maintenance limited to trimming the Christmas tree? If so, you’re missing out on one of the season’s most important home projects. Many homeowners pay little attention to their trees and bushes once colder weather arrives, but seasonal maintenance done during these months can be incredibly beneficial, not only for the plant but for you as well.

So grab your tools and your gloves because it’s time to get started on your winter tree pruning.

Why is winter tree pruning important?

Think of winter tree pruning as a head start.

Pruning trees and shrubs during the dormant cycle ensures they will have a full growing season when spring arrives. In addition to the longer growing season, winter is also a good time to prune because colder temperatures reduce the risk of disease or pests attacking the plant.

Finally, pruning your trees during winter is also an easy way to protect your home from dying or diseased branches that may pose a falling risk. This is especially true in regions where heavy snowfall is common.

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during the winter?

There are several species of trees or shrubs that can be pruned during the winter months, but you can categorize them into three easy-to-remember groups: • Hardwood trees. Pruning hardwood trees in the winter is easy thanks to their lack of foliage. Branches should be cut just above the branch collar—the space where the limb and the tree come together. This area of the tree is rich in anti-microbial chemicals to help the tree heal from the pruning without suffering decay.

Clippers can be used to trim smaller branches, but for larger sections or dying plants, use the Husqvarna 450 chainsaw. This all-around powerful saw features the X-Torq engine for lower fuel consumption and emission levels without a drop-off in power. Its auto return stop switch makes it easier to handle, perfect for those spots where you need to make that precise cut.

• Fruit trees. Similar to their hardwood cousin, winter is also a great time to prune fruit trees. Each species of fruit tree has special considerations you must take into account, however, so research your species before pruning. Once you’re finished,

your efforts will be rewarded in the spring with larger, more delicious fruit.

• Shrubs and/or trees that flower. Want the best blooms next summer? Prune any tree or shrub that flowers after May 15, late in the winter. To handle those projects efficiently, use the Husqvarna 136LiHD45 hedge trimmer.

This trimmer features advanced battery technology for optimal power output, and their one-touch keypad makes it easy to get the job done right without excess battery loss.

When do you start pruning?

Branches that pose a falling risk should be handled immediately, but if you want to maximize the spring growing season, late winter is the time to prune. Start your project with the right tools and you’ll support fuller, healthier plant growth during the spring, giving you another great reason to say goodbye to winter.

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James H. Francis built his mansion out of locally quarried stones. It operated as Calistoga’s hospital until 1965, then fell into disrepair and became the town’s white elephant.

Blighted landmark poised for rebirth A N N E WA R D E R N S T e d it o r@ we ekl yc al istogan.c om CALISTOGA — The old Calistoga hospital, a wreck of a 19th century stone building that is on the National Register of Historic Places, seems finally poised for a bright future.

Built in 1886 as an elegant home, the structure later served for almost 50 years as the town’s hospital. When the state closed the facility in 1965 for not meeting standards, the property deteriorated, becoming the town’s white elephant.

Multiple owners came in went in recent decades, but plans to revive the landmark, known as the Francis House, never developed traction ... until now.

The newest owners, Richard and Dina Dwyer, last week began demolishing a wood-frame 20th century addition and will soon gut the original home, maintaining the stone exterior which has landmark status.

The Dwyers plan to make it their home, and eventually operate a bed-and-breakfast with six rooms.

“We cleaned around it. Now you can see the original building,” Richard Dwyer said.

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“It’s a disaster that we’re fixing up.”

The shell of the three-story home, built of locally quarried stone by Calistoga merchant James H. Francis, will be restored, while the interior, corroded by years of roof leaks, will be reconstructed, he said.

“We’re going to restore the building, try to bring it back to its original grandeur,” said Richard Dwyer, a general contractor and a real estate broker.

“It’s been raining inside the building, there’s nothing left. The only thing left is the stone structure,” he said.

Significant structural strengthening will take place, with steel framing used for each floor. The outside will be left intact.

Neighbors are relieved that the blighted

building is getting cleaned up, Dwyer said, and a few have stopped by to say hello. For years the property was a magnet for trash and abandoned cars.

Dwyer has restored several buildings with his wife, who is an interior designer.

The interior of the Francis House will be “more functional,” he said.

In late 2006, the Calistoga City Council was considering exercising a nuisance abatement declaration because the entire site had become a magnet for all sorts of trash and unwanted items.

In 1970 Donald Selvey purchased the property — which was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 — from hospital owner Jack Oughin, but neglected it.

Neil Shafer entered into a sales agreement with Selvey — an agreement that was not settled until 2008 by the courts — and began cleaning up the property with an eye to developing it, but the recession of 2008 stalled the project.

Most recently, Mario Sculatti, owner of Roam Antiques, proposed to create a high-end vintage wine tasting center and 18-room inn. More investors were needed, but after a two-year search Sculatti gave up.

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County declares Oxbow property as surplus B A R RY E B E R L I N G beberl ing@na pa news. com Napa County has decided that property it owns along the Napa River in the bustling Oxbow district has a higher and better use than being a small corporation yard for storing gear and janitorial services.

The county Board of Supervisors declared the 2.2 acres at 933 Water St. as surplus in January.

That means the “for sale” sign should be going up at some point.

Oxbow Public Market hums with activity, and the Culinary Institute of America plans to revitalize the empty Copia building. Now the county wants a piece of the action.

What the property’s highest and best use is remains a question.

A study done for the county by Jones Lang LaSalle found that the property might be worth up to $6.6 million for multifamily housing and $11 million for a hotel. It deemed a “resort-style destination hotel” the best use.

But the county isn’t necessarily going that direction. The firm ACA Financial Guaranty controls the adjacent south parking lot of the Copia complex, and that site could be targeted for development of some type.

“Water Street really works best looking at Copia at large,” Supervisor Brad Wagenknecht said.

The city of Napa and ACA would be the lead for master planning the area, county Housing and Intergovernmental Affairs Director Larry Florin said. The city would issue the permits for what could be built there.

Money from a land sale could go toward building a new county jail, officials have said.

The site has some constraints. Although 2.2 acres, the developable portion will be 1.84 acres should a planned flood wall be built. A 1992 county report noted petroleum hydrocarbons had been found in the soil and groundwater, raising the need for further environmental review.

Napa County uses the site for janitorial operations, surplus storage and housing staff from its communications departments. These functions will

move to the county’s South Campus in Napa Valley Commons and a county maintenance yard on California Boulevard.

The county has one task remaining before it can legally sell the property to a private developer. First, it must make the land available at fair market price for 60 days to government agencies.

County supervisors also talked about what might eventually happen to property on Old Sonoma Road that is home to the Health and Human Services Agency. The agency is to move to the South Campus in late spring.

Then the county will have another property that it can declare surplus and sell. Supervisors on Tuesday talked about wanting to see residential development there with an amount of affordable housing that is above the norm.

“There are not that many 8.5-acre parcels with full infrastructure, with public transportation, with (nearby) schools available in the city of Napa,” Supervisor Keith Caldwell said. “If we’re ever going to move the needle, this is going to be the project.”

He talked of working with the city of Napa on zoning. He talked about doing the environmental work and other permitting chores ahead of time, then entering into an agreement with a developer.

The Jones Lang LaSalle report said the site could sell for $4 million to $14 million for multifamily housing, depending on whether the county sells the entire property or a portion.

How much land might be used for housing is a question mark. First, the county must decide what to do with three century-old buildings along the crescent driveway to the complex.

In 2011, Napa County Landmarks put the buildings on its at-risk list. A county study says they appear eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.

“It certainly appears to be housing versus landmarks,” Florin said. “Maybe there’s an elegant solution that combines them.”

But the Board of Supervisors isn’t quite ready to declare the Health and Human Services Agency complex as surplus property. The county will need this land for about another half-year.

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This county-owned parcel near Copia’s south parking lot and along the Napa River was declared surplus in January. A consultant said the 2.2-acre property is suitable for housing or a hotel. The site is currently used by the county for storage and janitorial services.

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Getting an early start on

SPRING (BPT)—As soon as the first morning frost appears and the first snowflakes start to pile up, many begin looking forward to spring. Images of green leaves, red and orange blossoms, fresh vegetables and herbs help keep the cold winter days manageable as you wait for the ground to thaw so you can start planting. A good green thumb knows early starts in the garden or yard ensure lush, healthy plants, especially if you’re planting trees.

Many people do not realize that they shouldn’t wait for summer. Young trees do best when they are put into the ground in spring and have ample time to establish themselves in the soil before either extremes of heat of cold hit.

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opportunity to begin planning.

Five simple ways trees are practical and beautiful Few things can be so practical and as beautiful as a tree. It’s no wonder that with the rising popularity of the do-it-yourself lifestyle, more people are deciding to plant trees in their yard.

Here are five simple reasons why: 1. A mature tree can add up to $10,000 to your property value.

2. Trees can reduce energy costs by providing shade to a house in the summer.

3. Trees naturally offset car bon emissions.

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Gorgeous Craftsman Style Custom Built Home Nestled in the Trees Located in a Private Setting Close to Town. Well Designed with an Abundance of Windows & French Doors to Capture the Stunning Views. Peaceful, Serene & Zen-Like Feel Throughout with Lots of Natural Light. Spacious Bedrooms Including a Luxurious Master with Fireplace, Spa-Like Bath & a Retreat Perfect for an Office or Nursery. Detached Garage with View Deck, Hobby Barn & 34 GPM Well! $1,495,000

$1,995,000

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Obtain A Home Physical CHARLES BOGUE

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ou are likely not surprised when your doctor recommends a periodic physical to detect any health issues you might not be aware of, as it also makes good sense to service your automobile frequently to receive needed maintenance and avoid future repair. Similarly, the recommendation that you have your home inspected by a pest control profesRealtor Charles sional or home inspecBogue tion company every few years is a small investment today that could save you a far greater amount of money down the road.

Just last week we had the annual visit from our company attorney who provides an update on “risk management” for our clients, ourselves and the company.

Risk management is the trade term for minimizing the exposure to litigation in the process of selling or buying a home. He highlighted the six major areas of litigation in home sales which rarely changes from year to year.

• Drainage Issues • Foundation Problems • Lack of Permits/Poor Construction • Roof Problems • Easements The advice from lawyer to agents and sellers has not changed over the years; Disclose, Disclose, Disclose. In addition to disclosure the best preventative to reaching litigation with a buyer is to maintain the condition of your home with professional third party inspections.

If you are considering putting your home on the market this year, it is a great time to obtain a check-up on the parts of your home that are least visible or accessible. While most home owners wait until they put their property up for sale to consider obtaining reports on the condition of their home, it’s a good idea to make the small investment of a pest control inspection or home inspection that can prevent a large expense later.

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Depending on the age and type of construction, obtaining a report should be done about every two to three years, even if you have no intention of putting your home on the market for sale. The investment of $200 to $300, depending on the size of your home, for the report may detect a moisture or pest condition that could end up costing multiple thousands of dollars just several years later.

If you have bought or sold a home recently you are most likely familiar with obtaining a “Wood Destroying Pests and Organisms Inspection Report,” commonly called a pest control report.

Although not required by law in a real estate sale, to buy a home or building without having obtained a pest control report is unusual and unwise. Pest control operators are licensed and regulated by the State as to inspection practices and utilization of approved pesticides for treatment.

By getting reports in advance you can obtain competitive bids on discovered work to be done or factoring discovered defects into the pricing your home when putting it on the market for sale. The reality is that most homeowners do not get a pest report until they sell and often find major damage

to their home that could have been prevented by early detection and preventive maintenance.

There are several reasons to obtain a Pest Report before going to market: • Termites are hard to detect as they can be in the foundation, in concrete, under paint or in areas not frequently visited or easily detectable by occupants.

• Prior to remodel or home improvements, you will want to inspect the sub-floor and walls for dry rot or termites before you install floor or wall finish materials.

If you use a contractor other than the inspection company to do the repairs, you will want to have the job inspected while the work is in progress.

• Ventilation, moisture and foundation problems. Often vents get covered, water can collect or other conditions can occur that can lead to moisture damage in areas not visible.

• Select who will do the work and obtain bids. By obtaining a report in advance of selling your home, you will be able to create your own calendar to complete the work and you will have more options as to who is doing the work.

• When installing a new

roof you can obtain a pest control inspection that may discover support damage in the eaves and roof structure. These repairs can be made at the same time the roof work is done.

By having professional reports are in hand show that you care about every aspect of your home.

Also, you have deferred the liability of discovery and disclosure of structural issues to a third party professional further insulating you from potential litigation after sale.

Napa County has a number of reputable pest control and home inspection companies that are licensed, bonded and carry errors and omissions insurance. Call your Realtor for a recommendation or get a personal reference on the company you select. As with complete service records on a car, periodic home inspections will reflect on you as a responsible home owner and add to the value of the home at the time of sale. These will also place you in a great position as a seller to disclose all you know of your property at time of sale.

Charles Bogue is a Broker with Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley and has served his clients for over 30 years. He can be reached at (707) 486-5511 or by email at cbnapa@napanet.net.

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NAPA COUNTY’S MOST RECENT HOME SALES * ADDRESS

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE

BED

BA

SQ.FT. YR BLT

American Canyon 228 PINECREEK LN

11/24

$225,000

3

2

1,344

ADDRESS

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE

BED

BA

SQ.FT. YR BLT

2781 IDAHO ST

12/10

$515,000

2

3

1,442

1951

3280 MACLEOD ST

12/16

$515,000

4

2

1,457

1964

12/4

$515,455

4

2

1,457

1958

1987

3661 JEFFERSON ST

11/30

$519,000

4

2

1,334

1973

432 DANROSE DR

12/4

$320,000

3

2

1,332

1971

3542 WHITE CLIFF CIR

128 KIMBERLY DR

12/18

$349,000

3

2

1,024

1971

147 ALMOND AVE

11/20

$527,500

2

3

1,800

1940

308 NORTHAMPTON DR

11/25

$415,000

3

3

1,681

1988

4397 CHABLIS DR

12/15

$532,500

4

2

1,549

1976

9 DANIEL DR

12/18

$420,000

3

3

1,693

1999

4195 PINOT DR

12/16

$545,000

3

2

1,447

1973

81 DONALDSON WAY

12/11

$422,000

4

2

1,477

1988

210 S JEFFERSON ST

11/23

$550,000

3

2

1,412

1944

581 CHAUCER LN

10/19

$429,000

4

3

2,033

1989

1910 OLD SONOMA RD

11/23

$550,000

2

1

1,024

1935

71 MONTECARLO WAY

12/11

$437,500

3

2

1,859

2002

3975 HAMPTON WAY

12/18

$555,000

3

2

1,408

1987

821 KIMBERLY CT

12/10

$450,000

4

2

1,838

2002

650 MATSON DR

12/17

$556,500

4

3

1,961

1970

441 MARSHCREEK DR

11/20

$510,000

4

3

2,716

2002

6 LAUREL LN

12/9

$560,000

3

3

2,007

1990

180 SAN MARCO WAY

12/9

$534,000

4

3

2,388

2001

135 CRESTWOOD LN

11/25

$550,000

4

3

2,498

2006

3270 VON UHLIT RANCH RD 12/16

$565,000

3

3

1,837

2004

19 TOLENTINO DR

12/7

$560,000

5

3

2,747

2003

421 PICKWICK DR

12/3

$575,000

4

2

2,164

1955

11 SPIKERUSH CIR

11/30

$560,000

4

3

2,378

2003

1214 SPROUL AVE

11/30

$585,000

3

2

1,326

1963

67 PEACOCK CIR

11/30

$575,000

4

3

2,948

2002

1930 SPRUCE ST

11/23

$590,000

3

2

1,710

1946

434 NORTHRUP LN

12/17

$591,000

4

3

2,796

2001

12/2

$617,500

4

3

2,004

1970

216 VINCI WAY

12/11

$600,000

5

4

2,990

2001

2453 CARRIAGE PL

12/15

$619,000

4

3

1,997

1978

43 TOSCANA DR

12/10

$630,000

5

4

3,172

2004

4402 DUMAS ST

11/20

$620,000

3

2

1,686

1994

231 FOSTER RD

12/1

$624,000

3

2

1,194

1952

1603 ELM ST

11/30

$625,000

3

1

2,015

1925

12/11

$635,000

2

2

780

1928

Calistoga

4481 SANDALWOOD ST

7/1

$22,000

3

1

1,892

1963

427 POST ST

1521 HARLEY ST

11/20

$472,000

3

2

1,375

1986

3374 LINDA MESA WAY

12/11

$650,000

4

3

2,128

1978

1508 LAKE ST

12/15

$520,000

2

1

927

1948

1099 WESTVIEW DR

12/17

$655,000

4

3

2,307

1976

1710 MAGGIE AVE

12/14

$730,000

3

2

1,591

1985

790 LA SALLE WAY

7/2

$670,000

3

2

1,336

1974

3540 LOWREY CT

12/16

$681,000

4

3

2,164

1979

1197 WILLOW AVE

12/18

$690,000

4

3

1,515

1941

69 LERNER DR

Napa 1770 E ST

11/25

$240,500

2

1

1,050

1953

4127 SALMON CREEK LN

11/20

$698,500

4

3

1,919

1991

2166 S TERRACE DR

12/8

$298,000

2

1

832

1950

3392 ROYAL CT

11/23

$700,000

4

2

1,981

1978

1521 PARK AVE

12/8

$337,500

2

1

998

1947

27 RAVENWOOD LN

11/24

$709,000

3

2

1,916

1999

10/16

$340,000

3

2

1,672

1992

4485 MOFFITT DR

11/25

$725,000

4

3

2,004

1970

12/3

$350,000

2

1

984

1890

271 CHELSEA AVE

11/20

$365,000

3

1

1,055

1941

3997 VERBENA ST

12/11

$725,000

3

2

2,015

2004

4437 SOLANO AVE

11/30

$370,000

3

1

1,002

1953

1238 DARLING ST

12/4

$743,500

3

3

2,951

2003

177 HOMEWOOD AVE

12/15

$370,000

3

1

855

1941

980 CAPITOLA DR

11/24

$745,000

4

3

2,402

2007

8/7

$370,000

3

2

1,134

1957

3989 VERBENA ST

11/24

$760,000

4

2

2,183

2004

352 JEFFERSON ST

12/10

$375,000

2

1

832

1900

1420 SPROUL AVE

12/11

$804,500

3

3

1,966

1960

149 HOMEWOOD AVE

12/11

$395,000

2

1

765

1941

7 CHAUDHARY CT

11/20

$826,000

5

3

3,084

2001

828 WINDSOR ST

10/15

$395,000

4

2

1,345

1963

22 ST FRANCIS CIR

11/23

$831,000

4

3

2,878

1990

2810 LAUREL ST

12/9

$407,500

2

2

1,287

1950

2 AUTUMN CREEK CT

12/14

$872,500

3

4

2,728

2015

1954

146 OLD VINE WAY

12/2

$875,000

3

3

2,065

2003

12/4

$900,000

4

3

2,689

1976

4412 MALAGA WAY 1567 PALMER ST

3701 OXFORD ST

10 JOYCE CT

12/17

$428,500

3

1

973

2086 SHURTLEFF AVE

12/11

$449,500

3

2

1,092

1966

3324 CRAIGIE CT

229 SPRING ST

11/24

$460,000

3

1

1,032

1910

1060 LORRAINE DR

12/15

$990,000

3

3

2,686

1960

2908 MAIN ST

11/25

$475,000

3

2

1,140

1955

3102 HAMILTON ST

10/22

$1,000,000

3

2

1,518

1955

3280 MACBETH ST

12/14

$485,000

4

2

1,469

1967

707 WILSON ST

12/3

$1,200,000

4

2

2,918

1918

2512 OLD SONOMA RD

12/11

$485,000

3

2

1,207

1998

159 SILVERADO SPRINGS DR 11/25

$1,298,000

4

3

3,065

1990

2634 BROWN ST

12/18

$510,000

6

2

2,186

1959

1550 SILVER TRL

7/8

$1,320,000

3

2

1,999

1964

12/4

$514,000

3

2

1,450

1983

9 RENO CT

11/25

$1,699,000

4

4

3,747

2004

2310 STONEHOUSE DR

*As recorded at the Napa County Tax Assessors Office / John Tuteur (707) 253-4459 / Property sales reported may include partial interest transfers; sales that are included with other properties; sales that are less any liens on property.

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NAPA COUNTY’S MOST RECENT HOME SALES * ADDRESS

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE

BED

BA

St Helena

SQ.FT. YR BLT

ADDRESS

Single Family

Napa

2325 SPRING MOUNTAIN RD12/11/16

$1,175,000

2

2

1,831

1973

1628 ADAMS ST

11/30/16

$1,187,500

2

1

1,220

1941

1663 ADAMS ST

12/01/16

$1,200,000

3

2

1,393

1951

1648 SCOTT ST

12/01/16

$1,775,000

3

2

1,458

1964

1945 SPRING MOUNTAIN RD 12/01/16

$2,827,500

3

3

2,672

1900

Single Family

Yountville 13 FOXGLOVE LN

12/15/16

$920,000

3

3

1,776

1997

1877 HERITAGE WAY

11/25/16

$1,250,000

3

3

2,762

1992

1882 LARKSPUR ST

12/18/16

$1,332,000

4

4

1,910

1973

Condos

Napa

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE

BED

BA

SQ.FT. YR BLT

Rural Residential

3008 HAGEN RD

12/01/16

$815,000

2

2

960

1943

3231 BROWNS VALLEY RD 11/23/16

$900,000

3

2

2,554

1950

2077 MONTICELLO RD

12/04/16

$907,000

2

2

1,651

1981

1071 LA LONDE LN

11/23/16

$912,500

3

2

1,384

1964

5015 COOMBSVILLE RD

12/08/16

$989,000

2

1

1,052

1942

2937 PINE ST

12/15/16

$1,945,000

3

3

3,362

1890

2326 BIG RANCH RD

12/09/16

$2,000,000

4

4

3,693

1919

Rural Residential

Pope, Chiles, Wooden Valleys 255 COUNTRY CLUB LN

12/11/16

$377,500

3

2

1,412

1989

45 LEMON HILL TRL

12/08/16

$450,500

3

2

2,184

1972

2965 POPE CANYON RD

11/25/16

$650,000

3

2

1,792

2005

799 CONN VALLEY RD

11/20/16

$2,840,000

3

4

4,109

1969

3195 SODA CANYON RD 11/25/16

$3,700,000

3

3

3,026

1996

607 COTTAGE DR

12/08/16

$23,000

2

2

1,004

1972

87 VILLAGE PKWY

12/18/16

$249,500

1

1

676

1985

55 VILLAGE PKWY

11/24/16

$259,000

1

1

636

1985

7441 ST HELENA HWY

11/20/16

$1,150,000

3

2

1,518

1963

349 FREEWAY DR

11/24/16

$276,500

2

2

1,200

1985

1212 VICTORIA LN

11/25/16

$1,800,000

2

2

1,524

1968

1600 ATLAS PEAK RD #419 11/25/16

$285,000

1

1

429

1968

7 BRIDGEGATE WAY

12/18/16

$341,000

2

3

1,221

1996

717 LA HOMA DR

12/11/16

$360,000

3

2

1,204

1978

1028 SHETLER AVE

12/21/16

$387,000

3

3

1,390

1990

1600 ATLAS PEAK RD #205 12/08/16

$410,000

1

1

676

1968

2124 CLAY ST

12/03/16

$435,000

2

2

1,356

1977

55 FOUNTAIN GROVE CIR 11/30/16

$505,000

2

2

1,470

1989

925 MARINA DR

12/18/16

$560,000

3

3

1,838

1979

66 FOUNTAIN GROVE CIR 11/23/16

$563,000

3

3

1,599

1989

40 FOUNTAIN GROVE CIR 11/25/16

$599,000

3

3

1,697

1989

1600 ATLAS PEAK RD #359 12/10/16

$605,000

2

2

988

1968

139 BONNIEBROOK DR

$858,500

3

2

2,275

1969

12/18/16

Condos

St Helena 945 HUNT AVE

12/15/16

$575,000

2

12/03/16

$790,000

3

12/07/16

$98,000

1

3

1,944

1967

2

1,358

1985

Rural Residential

Calistoga 129 ROSE LN

1980

Rural Residential

Berryessa 522 NEPTUNE CT

1,212

Rural Residential

Angwin 215 CLARK WAY

3

11/20/16

$457,000

3

2

1,692

1948

3889 OLD LAWLEY TOLL RD 12/21/16

$535,000

2

2

1,624

1993

4580 LAKE COUNTY HWY 12/09/16

$755,000

3

3

1,674

1980

Rural Residential

Rutherford, Oakville

Vineyard Residential

Napa 1300 DARMS LN

6/30/16

$219,500

ADDRESS

2/27/16

RECORD DATE

11/24/16

1965

$550,000

SALE PRICE

3

2

UNITS

YEAR BUILT

LOT SIZE

$540,000

2

1964

30,960

Residential Multi Family

Calistoga 929 SANITARIUM RD

2,536

Residential Multi Family

Angwin 170 BROOKSIDE DR

2

Vineyard Residential

Rutherford, Oakville 1863 CABERNET LN

5

12/16/16

$600,000

2

24,862

Residential Multi Family

Napa 1164 SYLVIA CT

09/22/16

$170,000

2

2550 ELM ST

12/15/16

$489,000

2

2015

5,691

534 EVEN ST

12/02/16

$525,000

3

1900

3,317

1555 PALMER ST

12/03/16

$615,000

4

1928

6,771

1000 TERRACE DR #A

12/21/16

$700,000

2

2012

11,850

1650 E ST

11/25/16

$759,000

3

1999

11,042

2330 SECOND ST

12/01/16

$890,000

931 GOLDEN GATE DR

12/09/16

$950,000

5

1972

Yountville 6670 YOUNT ST

*As recorded at the Napa County Tax Assessors Office / John Tuteur (707) 253-4459 / Property sales reported may include partial interest transfers; sales that are included with other properties; sales that are less any liens on property.

6,632

10,629 9,051

Residential multi Family 12/04/16

$1,110,000

2

1986

5722

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Steve Gr Gregory

D: 707.252.5528 C: 707.495.1488 sgregory@cbnapavalley.com • BRE#01038915

Ridge-top spectacular 180 degree unobstructed Napa Valley views. 6.9 acre approved new vineyard Erosion Control Plan. Options: Remodel the existing main residence, or, build new view home on spectacular view plus additional 2 bed 2 bath guest house. Mature oaks/and with beautiful old stone, approx. 30’ high dam, well and City water.

Breathtaking Valley views from this approx. 3 acre Italianate 4 bed 3 bath, 3,200 sq. ft. villa! Includes a massive great room and spacious commercial grade chef’s kitchen and master suite with spectacular full Valley views and Thomas Bartlett design touches plus lush gardens and outdoor entertaining decks to views.

Asking $2,369,000

Asking $2,295,000

For details go to www.Valleyviewranchnapa.com

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For details go to www.villajulianestate.com

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L SO

L SO

This private and secluded 20 acre oasis delivers compelling views over the Napa Valley. The majestic grounds and gated entry welcome you to the gorgeous approximately 12,000 sq. ft. masterfully restored “Trophy” property with a 32 room residence, including 6 bedroom suites, 10 baths, 2 offices and much more!!

Silverado Country Club custom remodel in an exclusive location with Valley views. Designed for entertaining with multiple exterior decks, in-ground pool and hot tub.

Beautifully landscaped yet low maintenance. Includes 3 bedroom suites plus office, high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling window to views, attractive hardwood flooring and much more.

Listing Price $11,995,000

Listing Price $2,349,500

www.villademontanaestatenapa.com

For details go to www.stevegregorynapa.com

For additional information see www.SteveGregoryNapa.com

Steve Gr Gregory

A Highly Desirable “Mid-Century Modern” Estate Opportunity within an existing 2,891 sq. ft. footprint on Montecito Ridge with panoramic views overlooking both the Napa Valley and Coombsville. Includes a 3 br/2.5 ba single-story home and a detached 1 br guest house with full kitchen!

For details go to www.610montecitoboulevard.com

Asking $1,695,000

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D: 707.252.5528 C: 707.495.1488 sgregory@cbnapavalley.com • BRE#01038915

This estate site is located in a very “exclusive” country environment of existing and future high end homes/ estates. The gently sloped land overlooks neighboring vineyards, pond and surrounding Mayacamas foothills.

This private, quiet end of the road setting is the perfect spot for a new Wine Country home located on an oak covered knoll and bordered by its own walnut tree orchard!!

Asking $579,500

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L SO

L SO

Walk to all of downtown Napa’s restaurants/ venues from this wonderful 2,918 sq. ft., 4 bed 2 bath California Craftsman which includes wrap around porch, high coved ceilings, hardwood floors, formal dining, Country kitchen, large bedrooms, full basement and more. www.oldtowncraftsman.com

Asking $1,395,000

Traditional style Brown’s Valley home offering a country atmosphere & seasonal creek. Features incl: high ceilings, hdwd floors, formal dining, spacious kitchen/family room combo, elegant master suite, 2 fireplaces, downstairs bedroom, bonus room (or 5th bedroom) & pool. Large rear yard includes magnificent Oak trees, pool and Valley view www.39buhmancourt.com

Asking $1,348,800

For additional information see www.SteveGregoryNapa.com

Beautiful 22.4 Acres Premium Napa Valley Vineyard. Currently planted in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Easy access, title 22 water supply, and multiple zoning including industrial commercial use. Dreaming of your own winery? This is the perfect spot at the very gateway to the entire Napa Valley. Adjacent 27.3 acres is also available and has a good well.

Offered at $3,875,000

Nestled Against the Vineyards With mountains as the back drop. Beautiful finishes and soaring ceilings. Island kitchen opens to family room with stone fireplace. French doors lead to an inviting outdoor living area with pergola, fire pit, and expansive views over the vines and mountains.

You will love the privacy of the location of this amazing property.

Offered at $1,300,000

Over an Acre of Country Property Whether you are thinking horses, vineyards, or garden, this is the property for you. Barn, storage buildings, & fenced area. Lots of possibilities.

3BD, 2BA home. Kitch/w black granite counters, open to dining area and family room with wood stove.

Offered at $795,000

Silverado Country Club Upstairs Oak Creek unit with pool and tennis views. Nicely maintained and furnished. Mountain views from the front deck, pool and tennis views from deck off the living room. Carport and golf cart garage. Gated entry. Transferable membership Offered at $465,000

Carolyn Roberts BROKER/OWNER 707-258-5248 croberts99@aol.com www.carolynroberts.com N A P A • S T . H E L E N A

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Welcome Home to Cedar Gables Inn

A luxurious 10,000 square foot Napa Valley Bed and Breakfast mansion, where enchantment, romance and history await you. Known as one of the Big 4 Napa mansions, Cedar Gables was designed by famed architect Ernest Coxhead in the Shakespearean style. It is well known for its elegant dining room with hand cut lead crystal chandeliers, Old English Tavern with a massive fireplace, period details and grand and secret staircases. It offers nine uniquely decorated guest rooms with beautiful antiques. The rooms include queen or king beds, private baths, some with fireplaces and two person whirlpool tubs. There is also the State of the Art Culinary kitchen. Come, dare to dream what you could make possible!

Offered at $3,750,000

Napa Valley Perfection

Casual Sophistication!

Stunning and meticulously maintained home nestled in a much sought after cul de sac location. The ultimate blend and timeless beauty of rich wood and concrete creating distinct personalities for each room. Living room soars to 20 feet with French doors leading to the picturesque gardens.

Island kitchen. Ground floor master suite. Spacious loft area with a balcony.

Amazing views and soaring ceilings. Island kitchen with granite counters and Viking range is open to the family room with fireplace. French doors lead to expansive decking overlooking the amazing backyard waterfall and pond. Outdoor Viking kitchen.

A 52 Vine Gentleman’s Vineyard. 1500 Bottle Wine Cellar and a large media room.

Offered at $1,495,000

Offered at $1,095,000

Carolyn Roberts BROKER/OWNER 707-258-5248 croberts99@aol.com www.carolynroberts.com N A P A • S T . H E L E N A

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C’est Magnifique!!

Undeniably one of the most spectacular Views and private setting in the Napa Valley on prestigious Auberge Road.

Close to world renowned L’Auberge du Soleil. French inspired estate with views from every room. Steeped in Natural Beauty. Offers 6,000 +/- sq.ft. with 5 ensuite bedrooms, 6.5 baths, 3 fireplaces and walls of glass. Also features an infinity pool/spa, fitness studio/steam room, open gazebo and professional outdoor kitchen. Sited atop a hillside on 40 sprawling acres, Villa Vigne will take your breath away.

Offered at $9,750,000

White Cliff Ranch

Hiddenbrooke Stunner!

Make your dreams come true at White Cliff Ranch, the former historic White Cliff Springs Resort and Mineral Spa. Picturesque 163 acre estate site with panoramic vineyard views, majestic oaks, pastures and 7 year round springs producing a variety of water types including mineralized waters at 79 degrees! Formerly produced several brands of mineral water at the turn of the century. This is an ideal setting to create your own personal and private estate!

Words and pictures cannot describe the elegance and sharpness of this home.

You have to visit for your self. Grand features include fully landscaped front/rear yards. Master suites on upper and lower levels. Den with fireplace, office, loft and 4BD. Huge kitchen island with 5 burner cook top. Wine fridge and built in fridge and freezer. Pantry and wet bar area between kitchen and formal dinning room.

Offered at $695,000

Offered at $724,900

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