Exceptional Wine Country Farmhouse Embrace the lifestyle of the Napa Valley Wine Country in this exceptional classic farmhouse. Tucked away on over an acre and surrounded by your own vineyard. This exquisite 4BD/5BA home features vaulted ceilings, 3 fireplaces, generous rooms, inviting outdoor spaces for entertaining poolside while you enjoy stunning mountain vistas. Separate guest quarters with French doors and balcony overlooking the vineyard. Spacious wine cellar for sharing and enjoying your prized collection with special friends.
Offered at $3,495,000
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LINDA ALIOTO
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Extremely rare opportunity to acquire approx. 38.7 acres on the valley floor in the heart of Oakville with 36 acres of existing Chardonnay & Merlot vineyard. Oakville Appellation is the most prestigious viticulture area - the “Rolls Royce of appellations”. Prime location for an ultra-premium vineyard estate with commanding 360° mountain views and surrounded by seas of vineyards & multi-million dollar properties. 350+ GPM well and 8 bedroom perc for an engineered septic system. $9,800,000
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A golden opportunity to acquire Napa Valley’s historic Bommarito Ranch in the Rutherford AVA. A prime Rutherford Bench winery site, easy on/off access to Galleron Road and Mee Lane, and neighboring Alpha Omega Winery, Franciscan Winery, Sullivan Vineyards & Fleury Estate Winery. Sited on 23+ acres, approx. 21 acres of “Rutherford Dust” vineyard and six existing homes are under a grandfathered use clause. The Bommarito Ranch with prime Rutherford AVA vineyard, historic Bommarito’s residence & five vintage homes offer endless possibilities. $9,800,000
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This distinctive country estate on 2+ acres is beautifully secluded & tucked away - surrounded by towering trees & stunning vineyard views. Having two separate structures, the 3 br main house & 2 br guest house with large barn/workshop, offers tremendous flexibility with modern conveniences. Approx. 4,250+/- sq. ft., 5 br & 7 (4&3) ba. Magnificent pool and spa with waterfall bordered by an expansive patio for grand scale entertaining or for intimate family gatherings. A private & serene Napa Valley sanctuary. $ 2,659,000
Yvonne Rich DRE01045780
(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California
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Circa 1914 grand Napa Valley alley estate in Rutherford - one of the most treasured estates in Napa Valley. Valley An article in the 8/8/1913 issue of the St. Helena Star describes “The Rutherford House” as “one of the most commodious, convenient and handsome country residences in Napa.” Sited on 10+ acres with approx. 4 acres of famed “Rutherford Dust” vineyards that surround this magnificent landmark estate affording a rare and wonderful sense of seclusion. Approx.10,000+ sq. ft. of timeless interior of noble scale, 5 br & 8 (5 & 3) ba. Its tranquil setting amidst beautiful heritage trees, vast formal lawn, pool-sized fountain, gorgeous gardens, vineyard dining pergola, matured specimen plantings, and a sea of vineyards provides both privacy and beauty to perfectly complement a home of this magnificence. $15,000,000
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Seize the opportunity to acquire a highly-rated & established Howell Mountain AVA winery with a 20,000 gallon winery use permit. Sited on 41+ acres with approx. 6.7 acres of Bordeaux varietal vineyard, a complete wine production facility including 5,000+/- sq. ft. of caves, a 6,600 sq. ft. crush/fermentation pad, and… high on a hilltop, above the fog, a beautiful Provencal estate with breathtaking panoramic views of Napa Valley. Undoubtedly the most scenic winery estate to come on the market in recent years. This winery estate appeals to every sense & satisfies every desire of an oenophile’s dream. The owner has developed a reputation and built a brand receiving accolades of 93 to 95 point wines. A chance to jump into the Napa Valley wine industry at its top tier and produce world-class cult wines. The residence is designed by acclaimed local architect, Ray Rector, and this artfully created Provencal estate speaks fluently of charm and beauty with elegant European touches in every room. $11,900,000
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. Truly a distinctive place to consider building a home.
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Premium one level acre estate site with amazing views of the Palisades & Mt. St. Helena. Beautiful country setting, paved road access, underground utilities and city water & sewer. A blank canvas to build a private oasis or family compound with room for a hobby vineyard, organic orchards, and gardening beds for farm to table living. Enjoy the peace and serene environment and easy access to Solage, downtown Calistoga, and some of Napa Valley’s finest destinations.
$775,000
MAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES
Artfully restored storybook bungalow on over 2/3 of an acre has all the charm of an old hunting lodge w/multiple structures-barn/ workshop, an outbuilding, greenhouse, chicken coop, dog pen, & horse facility. This charming one br & one ba cottage features shingle siding, metal roof, pine floors, gas fireplace & remodeled kitchen & bath. The grounds have matured trees, old stone walls, 17 apple trees & 35 GPM well allows a gardener’s paradise.
$795,000
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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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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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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
NCHANTING RUTHERFORD COTTAGE
Extremely charming Rutherford cottage on 1/2 acre surrounded by gorgeous gardens & fruit trees. Located in Napa Valley’s prime Rutherford appellation, the cottage is biking distance to some of the finest wineries, vineyard & restaurants. This 2 bd, 2 ba cottage has been artfully designed with an eye for sophistication and beauty. Majestic redwood trees surround this property creating a sense of privacy.
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RACIOUS ST. HELENA HOME
Tucked away in a private cul-de-sac in the heart of St. Helena, this bright & airy single story custom home is walking distance to downtown. Beautifully maintained home features clean simple lines, high ceilings & natural light filled rooms throughout. Covered front porch, formal entry w/skylight, gracious living room, media/bonus room, mostly wood floors & a spacious deck harmonizes indoor & outdoor living. $1,095,000
Yvonne Rich DRE01045780
(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California
yvonne@fabulousnapavalley.com
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Meet the new classified ad director Rod olf o S chw anz
Rodolfo Schwanz is the digital and print classified advertising director for Napa Valley Publishing.
Napa Valley is one of the most desirable regions in the country and well known throughout the world. As longtime Southern California residents, my family and I have had the great pleasure of visiting this area for the last few years on our annual vacations. Napa Valley became one of our favorite vacation spots, and we planned (or dreamed) to one day move to the Napa area. The dream of living in Napa came to fruition in May as I joined Napa Valley Publishing as the new digital and print classified ad director, coming from a job in Lee Enterprises, the parent company of Napa Valley Publishing. We are very fortunate to have the opportunity to call Napa our new home. My wife, Kathleen, and my sons Tristen and
Dylan will be joining me in Napa as soon as Dylan graduates from high school. My family and I are looking forward to enjoying the many attractions that this beautiful area has to offer. The local culture, outdoors activities, beautiful surroundings, exquisite cuisine, and of course great wine are some of the reasons that my wife and I are so excited about moving to the Napa Valley. I am still finding my way around and getting to know the community. So, please feel free to introduce yourself if you see me out on the streets of Napa. Rodolfo Schwanz is digital and print classified advertising director for Napa Valley Publishing.
To advertise in Distinctive Properties or any Napa Valley Publishing outlet, contact Randy Dowis at RDowis@napanews.com. 8 — Distinctive Properties
ELEGANTCALISTOGAESTATE.COM Stunning remodeled home on approximately 24 acres with spectacular views of Mt. St. Helena and the Palisades. Open plan living, 3 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, office and media room with bar. An entertainer’s dream estate. Front and back loggias have outdoor kitchens, overhead heating and fans. Other features include an attached artist’s studio/gym, pool, spa, bocce court, pizza oven, roof deck, pond, olive and fruit trees, vegetable beds, a one bedroom guest house and 2 security gates. Zoned for an additional 1,200 sq.ft. home. Offered at $7,900,000
DIAMONDMOUNTAINVINEYARDESTATE.COM This exquisite hilltop villa is one of Napa Valley’s most prized vineyard estates, overlooking Mt. St. Helena and the Palisades. 2 bedrooms in the main home, a gym with attached bath and steam room, 2 offices, a wine room and an elevator. Additional features include 2 attached guest suites, a 4-acre income producing Diamond Mountain appellation vineyard, an outdoor kitchen and dining patio with a built-in pizza oven, wood burning fire pit and fountain, pool, bocce court, fruit and olive trees, raised vegetable beds, a chicken coop and gardens that will take your breath away. Offered at $9,500,000
1581 DEAN YORK LANE
1350 GARDEN AVENUE
Located on one of the most desirable lanes on the west side of St. Helena, this lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on approximately .21 of an acre was remodeled by coveted designer, Polly Ogden. The Sellers have completed many upgrades. The backyard features a large deck for entertaining, a temperature controlled wine room with adjoining bonus room, drought resistent landscaping, lush landscaping year- round, mature trees and country living just blocks from downtown. Offered at $1,450,000
Fabulous 3 bedroom, 2 bath Wine Country retreat on large lot, conveniently located in South St. Helena near Dean and Deluca. Remodeled in 2008, adding a large family room, new master and second bath, crown molding, roof and fencing. Birch cabinets, stainless steel appliances and butcher block counters in the kitchen. Great opportunity to create your dream garden and add a bocce court or more dining experiences. Offered at $945,000
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July 2016 – 11
YELLOW ROSE One of the last undeveloped valley floor ranches in the Napa Valley. 46+/- acres of flat to gently sloping land located in the City limits of Calistoga.. Property has an old farmhouse, acres of old walnut trees, an old vineyard and an incredible amount of possibilities. The property is currently in three parcels and is presently zoned RR- Rural Residential ½ acre/1 acre minimum depending upon City Services. City of Calistoga has expressed an interest in up zoning the property to R-1/PD. Possibilty exists to create your own large vineyard and winery estate as well. A rare opportunity.
$11,500,000
www.Calistoga-Realty.com 1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422 BRE #00930058
Calistoga Realty Co., Inc.
CRAzY CREEK RANCh Approx. 470+/- Acres located in a beaucolic valley between Middletown and Hidden Valley Lake. Currently being used as a licensed glider port with an approx. 1800’ landing strip with potential for expansion up to 3500’. Property has frontage on Hwy 29 which with the current mixed zoning, it would allow rural residential, highway commercial, light industrial or a planned development. Ideal for a fly in residential community. Mostly level land with several plateau and ridgetop building sites, perfect for cluster housing sites affording panoramic views. The possibilities are endless.
$3,400,000
SILVERADO COUNTRY CLUB Enjoy the resort lifestyle. 2 Bedroom, 2 bath unit with stunning golf course views overlooking the 2nd fairway on the North Course. Upper unit has vaulted ceilings and a lock off 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Great investment and/or lifestyle for a 2nd home.
ASKING $685,000
EstatEs • VinEyards • Vacation HomEs • Land rEsidEntiaL and commErciaL Sharon Carone, Broker • Darlene Brissard, Realtor • Brian Durnian, Broker ziggy Gutierre , Realtor • Scott Sofie, Realtor 12 — Distinctive Properties
DIAMOND MOUNTAIN LOCATION And an adorable two bedroom, two bath home on 1.45 acres. Enjoy the lush English country gardens that surround this special home, or relax on the very private shaded deck. A cozy fireplace enhances the knotty pine paneled living room and beautiful wood floors. Updated cheerful kitchen, dining area looks out to the gardens, neighboring vineyards and mountains. Lovely master bedroom offers a special outdoor vistas. Perfect getaway home, just minutes to downtown Calistoga spas and restaurants. $1,150,000
www.Calistoga-Realty.com 1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422 BRE #00930058
Calistoga Realty Co., Inc.
RIVER HOUSE Exceptional setting for the multi-faceted inviting property, tucked away at the end of a desirable street. Gated entry,sprawling lawns lead to an enchanting main house with three en-suite bedrooms and decks leading to the resort-like backyard with pool and raised gardens. Detached lounge/game room with incredible views, separate one bedroom cottage with private yard. This delightful property can be a family compound, a legal operating Bed and Breakfast or a private getaway with a guest house or rental. $2,400,000
PERFECTION Incredibly lovely custom home just a few short blocks to downtown Calistoga restaurants, spas, golf and tennis, this beautifully designed home includes a main level master suite with French doors opening to the private patio, spacious living room with gas fireplace, custom shutters, gourmet kitchen with Wolf range, Sub Zero refrigerator, walk in pantry, granite counter tops, travertine floors, Bose surround sound in every room, plus a full elevator to the second floor with 2 spacious bedrooms, a library, and a large full bath. Fully landscaped front and back with automated sprinklers, low maintenance yard, in ground pool and spa. $1,325,000
EstatEs • VinEyards • Vacation HomEs • Land rEsidEntiaL and commErciaL Sharon Carone, Broker • Darlene Brissard, Realtor • Brian Durnian, Broker Ziggy Gutierrez, Realtor • Scott Sofie, Realtor
July 2016 – 13
MOUNTAIN VIEWS From this two bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home in Chateau Calistoga. TV room, breakfast area with views, open living area, and spacious kitchen located along the park perimeter. Many upgrades. REDUCED $149,000
NEEDS SOME TLC BUT ITS PRICED TO SELL Originally built as a 2 bedroom home with 2 additional rooms added. Backs up to an open field with views of Mt. St. Helena. Lots of potential here. $480,000
www.Calistoga-Realty.com Calistoga Realty Co., Inc.
1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422 BRE #00930058
LA GUERENCIA 1.12 acre site just outside of Calistoga. Mature trees add dimension to a beautiful building site w/ views of Mt. St. Helena, the Palisades and nearby vineyards. Blossom creek winds through the property. Electricity on site, well is developed, older perc test is on file, a cert. of compliance has been completed and natural gas is at the road. Once the site of a lovely Victorian, now just the classic red barn remains. $495,000
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
BEAUTIFUL AND PEACEFUL SETTING On Franz Valley School Road. This 14+ acre parcel was once part of an old chicken ranch. Room to roam on this oak studded parcel and enjoy living in Sonoma County. There is an older mobile home on the property, live in it while you are building your dream home. Home site is approx. 5 acres with remaining 9+ acres hillside affording plenty of room for hiking. $985,000
ST. HELENA LIVING This condo is just a few blocks from Main St. shops and restaurants. Two spacious bedrooms, one on each level. Remodeled about 10 years ago featuring tile flooring, updated kitchen w/granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Spacious decking area for outdoor entertaining. Possibility to add a third bedroom over the two car garage. $630,000
EstatEs • VinEyards • Vacation HomEs • Land rEsidEntiaL and commErciaL Sharon Carone, Broker • Darlene Brissard, Realtor • Brian Durnian, Broker Ziggy Gutierrez, Realtor • Scott Sofie, Realtor 14 — Distinctive Properties
Marilyn McCoul, Broker vino4x4@aol.com
(707) 942-6225
YOU WILL LOVE THIS PLACE! Located in Chateau Calistoga 55+ community. This newer 2005 Palm Harbor manufactured home is a beauty! It is a spacious 1620 SF +/- home featuring many upscale appointments including vaulted ceilings throughout, wood flooring, fireplace, formal dining room and an open and airy great room. The highlight is the huge gourmet kitchen with a center island, desk, pantry and dining area. Included is an extra wide carport with a Tuffshed workshop. 3BD/2BA. Offered at $223,000
ONE OF THE NICEST STREETS IN CALISTOGA! Beautiful oak studded 1/3+ acre estate lot (16,000+ SF) with privacy and views in a quiet cul-de-sac. There is a water well in addition to city water. Maggie Avenue is a no traffic residential street! ONE OF A KIND LOT IN CALISTOGA! Offered at $530,000
CALISTOGA EMERALD DRIVE LOT
NOW LEASING… CALISTOGA OFFICE CENTER
This available lot is the largest in the Centre Court seventeen lot development, which is a gated private street with newer custom homes. All utilities to the curb. Buy now to build your dream home! Offered at $379,000
Great location with excellent parking! Very reasonable rent, including utilities and common area maintenance. Nice conference room provided. One office space is available. Contact Property Manager (707) 942-6225
Wine Country Specialists for Over 50 Years 1705 Washington Street, Suite J, Calistoga, CA • CalBRE #00232437 • Fax: 707-942-6332
PARKING PUZZLE
Lack of spaces sparks debate over new downtown building H OWA R D Y U N E h y un e @ n apanews.c om After nearly two years of debate – and resistance from some neighbors – a developer has the go-ahead to raise a three-story commercial Submitted rendering building at downtown Napa’s north end. The Wiseman Co. LLC of Fairfield gained The Napa City Council accepted plans by the Wiseman Co. LLC to construct a three-story office, retail approval in June from a divided City Coun- and restaurant building at Main and Clinton streets on the north side of downtown Napa. The developcil for the building, which will occupy a er has said it will pay into a city fund that will support a new downtown parking garage in the future. vacant lot at 1300 Main St. at the northeast corner of Clinton Street. Completion of the 21,500-square-foot complex, which will include it’s an old neighborhood that’s flourished, so a Mary Luros and Scott Sedgley to approve the retail and restaurant space at ground level with less intense use is called for,” said Mayor Jill building. “It’s a high enough priority for the office space upstairs, is scheduled for April Techel. “It’s a great-looking building, but I don’t city and this council that we’re going to solve it 2017, according to R. Scot Hunter, a Wise- think a great-looking building (alone) makes in the very near future.” man principal. for a superior use. I think sometimes staff gets After earlier offering to give Napa $15,500 The approval came only after prolonged dis- caught up in the architecture more than the for each of 57 future garage slots, Wiseman cussions about its size and height – nearly 4 feet idea of what’s going on in there that makes it officials said they would pay whatever parking above the 35-foot cap for buildings immediately dynamic and exciting.” impact fee the city has in effect when the Main to its north – and whether the building’s lack “I just don’t think we do outside-the-box Street complex opens. Hunter, the Wiseman of vehicle spaces would shrink a parking supply design by expanding the box, and that’s what principal, estimated that figure would likely some residents say already is being strained by this project has done,” added Juliana Inman, reach $1 million or more. fast-growing downtown development. saying the project lacks the ambition and visiCity officials are seeking about $3.4 million In the end, Wiseman got tor appeal of the Copia (and to fill a funding gap for a downtown parking the go-ahead to pay into a future Culinary Institute of structure, which would hold 350 to 400 vehicles city fund for a future downAmerica) complex, Archer and is estimated to cost at least $12 million. I just don’t think town parking garage – but hotel and other large-scale In March, the council discussed a major boost we do outside-thenot all agreed that the projprojects downtown. “I don’t in the fee it charges developers for each extra ect was distinctive enough to box design by expanding believe that, when we are space a new building requires, from the current justify the lack of immediate the box, and that’s what trying to apply a form-based $7,500 to $20,000 or more. parking relief, or a greater this project has done.” code, that you throw out No amount of funding, however, would building height than city the form.” mollify neighborhood critics such as Linda Kerr. Juliana Inman codes normally allow. Despite such concerns, The height and scale of Wiseman’s planned From the start, Wisethe other three council complex, she told the council, would encourage man directors described the members voted in favor of other builders to challenge development codes roughly 90-foot square lot – where city design Wiseman, granting it an ordinance releasing it – especially low-rise areas perched between standards would require space for 57 vehicles from the on-site parking requirement. A second downtown and residential neighborhoods – and – as unsuitable for on-premises parking, and approval of that ordinance will allow the start render them toothless. instead sought to help fund the same number of construction. “All development standards for all downof slots in a city-owned parking structure. While the existing temporary lot at the town parcels will be fair game,” she predicted. Napa’s Downtown Specific Plan, passed in building site will disappear, a larger temporary “The city will have lost any reasonable and legal 2012 to guide development in the city’s heart, lot near the former Cinedome theater block will explanation to reject any and all proposals.” allows exemptions from parking requirements open this summer, months before the Wiseman Such disputes over the appropriate scale of or height limits for buildings of superior design building is ready, according to Community new buildings are bound to repeat themselves as or merit. But two council members declared the Development Director Rick Tooker. That new Napa’s land supply dwindles and becomes conMain Street building would fall short of that bar parking supply, together with the developer’s centrated into more crowded areas, said Sedgley. and voted against Wiseman’s plans, saying the funding of a future garage, justifies letting the “Napa is changing, but other than a morproject is not distinctive or useful enough to Main Street building move forward, said Coun- atorium on development, what do we do? We justify straining parking supplies or overshad- cilman Peter Mott. try to fit in the best development we can in the owing low-slung houses to the east. “Parking is not going to be a long-term issue appropriate locations,” he said. “It’s not always “It’s a transition zone close to a neighborhood; for us in this (neighborhood),” he said, joining going to be accepted by everyone involved.”
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ABOVE MEADOWOOD A one of a kind modern estate situated on an exclusive 40+ acres within the entrance to Meadowood Resort. Integrating nature and structure, the estate boasts panoramic vineyard views sweeping southwest across the valley.
Offered at $17,500,000 WWW.860MEADOWOOD.COM
Gail Morgan Lane (707) 291-0156
1346 Main Street St. Helena, CA 94574
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PANORAMIC VIEW ESTATE
RUTHERFORD VINEYARD ESTATE
Private 6 Bedroom Villa featuring 360 degree views of vineyards, mountains & the valley floor. Just 20 minutes to Auberge Resort.
Prime 4+ Acre Rutherford Bench location with top quality vineyard and views. Update or create your own Wine Country Estate!
Offered at $5,850,000
Offered at $4,450,000
Barry Berkowitz / Jacqueline Wessel (707) 529-7406 (707) 738-7338
Barry Berkowitz (707) 529-7406
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Spectacular 5 Bedroom Estate situated on 5.25 ± acres. Features a 2 ± acre Petite Syrah vineyard and incredible amenities throughout.
Gated, single level home in desirable West St. Helena. Indoor / Outdoor living featuring a pool, covered patio & outdoor kitchen.
Offered at $7,495,000
Offered at $1,850,000
Barry Berkowitz / Jacqueline Wessel (707) 529-7406 (707) 738-7338
Matt Bjorner (310) 528-1768 1346 Main Street St. Helena, CA 94574
(707) 967-9570 July 2016 – 19
PRIME LAND GOES ON MARKET Two key adjacent downtown riverfront parcels totalling 7 acres now for sale JENNIFER HUFFMAN j huf f man@nap ane w s . com A total of 7 acres of prime downtown land ripe for redevelopment is for sale if a buyer can manage to seal two deals at one time. The south lot of the Copia property at 500 First St. has been listed for sale by property owner ACA Financial Guaranty Corporation for an unknown price. Immediately adjacent to it, the county has listed a surplus corporation yard at 933 Water St. for sale for between $4.3 and $5.7 million. The Water Street property presents a unique opportunity, said listing agent Bill Kampton of Colliers International. “It has a great location — right by the former Copia and Oxbow where everything is happening right now,” he said. In addition, “It has a ton of river frontage.” The south Copia property is “superbly located to capitalize on the ongoing transformation of the city of Napa (and) Napa Valley wine country, a region known for its high barriers to entry,” said a marketing brochure for the lot, which is currently used primarily for parking. If there is a buyer for the south Copia lot, then adding the Water Street piece to it “gives them more flexibility and acreage to work with,” said Kampton. “As everyone can see, when you go around Napa now, real estate opportunities are getting harder and harder.” The sale of the Water Street property “provides a great opportunity for a development to go forward that links the two properties into something that would be an asset for the community,” said Larry Florin, Napa County director of housing and intergovernmental affairs. Together, the two parcels could be used “to create something that is unique for that part of town.” The biggest benefit of the Water Street lot is “location, location, location,” said Florin. It’s a prime piece of downtown real estate, he said. “It’s centrally located and it’s across from the Oxbow. As the CIA’s Copia comes back to life, it will be right in the middle of so much going on. Plus it has some really good views and access.” He’s optimistic the two parcels could be bought by the same buyer. “We think it has value by being linked together.” The Water Street property could become 20 — Distinctive Properties
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We’re all trying to do the same thing — make Napa a place everyone wants to visit and support.” Steve Carlin, Oxbow CEO
part of the Oxbow Public Market, said Steve Carlin, Oxbow CEO. “We’ve expressed that interest to the county and the city already,” he said. “We’re considering it as a possible way of expanding” the market concept, possibly for parking. “As more successful businesses come into downtown and the Oxbow, there’s going to be a need for parking. We just have to wait and see whoever purchases the south lot what their plans are.” He’s not currently interested in buying the south Copia lot, said Carlin. “While we have considered it, we’re not actively engaged in discussion with ACA on it,” he said. Carlin said the two parcels are just another
piece in downtown’s redevelopment puzzle. Other key components include the former Town Center, a hotel at the former planned Ritz Carlton site and the CIA’s use of the north Copia lot. “We’re all trying to do the same thing — make Napa a place everyone wants to visit and support,” he said. City Redevelopment Director Rick Tooker said a number of interested parties have contacted the city about the two parcels. Ideas mentioned have been broad, including a mix of residential and non-residential, hotel and retail. “Of course you want these larger sites to develop,” said Tooker. “You want to fill in gaps.” The CIA and Oxbow Public Market “will only succeed that much more with the development of the south side of Copia,” and the Water Street lot, he said. However, “We don’t know if there’s a buyer and if there is, we don’t know what their plan is. We’ll have to see.” Like the Riverfront redevelopment, such a larger site provides unique opportunities. “Riverfront did it successfully, but we haven’t had a lot of opportunities since then to do something that big on large parcel,” said Tooker. The real estate broker for the south Copia lot and a spokes person for ACA declined to be interviewed for this story. Copia first opened in 2001 with philanthropic contributions to the project totaling about $50 million. In addition to the contributions of the Robert Mondavi family and others, Copia borrowed about $78 million, financed by bonds issued through the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank and backed by the guaranty of ACA Financial Guaranty Corporation. In 2008, these bonds went into default when Copia filed for bankruptcy. In 2010, Copia Liquidation Trust, an entity controlled by ACA, took title to the property on behalf of the bondholders. The trust was charged with maximizing sales proceeds. In 2015 the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) purchased the north section of the campus at 500 First St., with plans to offer a broad array of food experience. Events are scheduled to begin this year.
Clos d’ Imelda for Lease in Calistoga | www.4560SaintHelenaHwy.com
Originally owned by the Sterling Family this beautiful property features a warm and inviting 3 bedroom, 3 bath Farmhouse plus a 2 bedroom, 2 bath bunk house with separate laundry room. There is a large pool, views of vineyards, a 100 year old character barn, lovely private grounds with expansive lawn areas, a grand patio for entertaining and even room for dancing! Come experience the Napa Valley dream!
Offered for $20,000 per month/Long-Term preferred
Napa Valley Haven for Lease | www.2491SpringMountainRoad.com
This spacious Robert Gregory private residence is just minutes from downtown Saint Helena. The bucolic setting enhances the +/- 4200 Sq. Ft., 5 bedroom, 5 bath home, designed for indoor and outdoor living; ideal for the Napa Valley lifestyle. Large country kitchen, pool, spa, alfresco dining, views of western hills; the perfect recipe for entertaining. Property will be available June 15 - Nov. 15, of 2017. Reduced to $20,000 for Harvest Months - Sept/Oct 2016!
Offered for $25,000 per month
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Luxury Real Estate Professional 707.479.1225 bobbin.willcutt@pacunion.com www.homesbuybobbin.com License #: 00665680
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www.BellisimoVineyards.com • Located in Knights Valley AVA • 153 acre knoll top vineyard estate • Modern Tuscan villa home • Pool, spa, tennis court • Rolling hills of prime vineyards • 53” infinity pool and spa • Pool house, regulation tennis court • 2 guest houses, 4 rental houses
Offered at $15,995,000
www.21PalmDrive.com • Country French 5BD/5.5BA home on private, gated drive • Knoll top setting with views to San Francisco • Guest house, granny unit, apartment • 9 acre Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot vineyard
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www.1713PartrickAve.com • Gated 20+ acre Mediterranean estate • Large guest house, 3 apartments, caretaker’s quarters • Views of rolling hills, vineyards, distant ranches and the City of Napa • Your own personal Chardonnay vineyard!
Offered at $4,850,000
www.5433DryCreekRoad.com • Privately gated, magical forest setting • Artfully appointed and perfectly placed on 65+ acres • Beautiful views, walking trails and gathering spots • Waterfalls and a bridge over a picturesque stream
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www.170CanyonDr.com • Privately gated Silverado Resort neighborhood • Expansive living areas and open view decks • Master suite + two guest suites on the main floor • Panoramic views of vineyards, mountains and golf course
www.5270DryCreekRoad.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
Offered at $2,763,000
Offered at $1,250,000
www.7766SilveradoTrl.com
6094 Dry Creek Rd., Napa
• Rare opportunity in Oakville • Seasonal creek and gorgeous views • Enjoy the pool and oak studded grounds • Build your dream home while living in existing home
Offered at $1,175,000 VIEW
• Beautiful building sites on picturesque property • Situated on almost 11 acres • Existing well and power on property • Gorgeous trees and a trickling stream
Offered at $475,000
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(707) 226-1823 • 1030 Third Street, Napa
www.1313HestiaAve.com
www.60GreenbriarCir.com
1.46 flat acres of pure enjoyment. Live the Napa indoor/outdoor dream with pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and raised garden beds. Professional equestrian arena with full lighting and sprinkler system. 5 stall barn and tack, and much more!
Lovely and elegant home in the gated community of the Estates at Silverado Country Club in Napa. Views of Napa Valley, open space and golf course. Generous master suite on main level along with a 2nd bedroom, kitchen, dining, living and family room.
Mark Lesti
Mark Lesti
707-320-8950
$2,150,000
www.170KaanapaliDr.com
707-320-8950
$1,749,000
www.1247Darling.com
Gorgeous, gigantic and wide golf course and panoramic views at the Silverado Country Club. This incredible single level residence is ready to be turned into the home of your dreams! Come and see what your vision is for this rare offering.!
expansive pool, patio and BBQ area. Napa Valley living at its finest. An
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Brendan Lesti 707.337.0659
Gated Napa privacy! Beautiful, with separate lovely guest unit and
entertainer’s delight!
Breanna Lesti 707.225.1225
707-320-8950
Nate Bethard 707.225.1838
$1,285,000
Christine Marek 707.226.1823
(707) 226-1823 • 1030 Third Street, Napa
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www.1581OakSt.com
Relaxing, private and wooded at Silverado Country Club. Backs up to large open space with seasonal creek. Abundant mature oak trees. Hardwood floors and updated kitchen with Corian counters. Master has spa tub, walk in closet, 2 sinks and a separate shower. High ceilings, 2 fireplaces and 2 wine refrigerators.
Downtown Napa close in! Beautiful home with recent major remodel and addition. Fabulous open kitchen and family room design - flows to the back yard. Entertainer’s delight. Downtown living awaits! Mark Lesti 707-320-8950 $939,000 Christine Lesti 707-320-8999
Mark Lesti
707-320-8950
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www.15RegattaWay.com Spectacular views at the Napa Yacht Club. Gigantic windows throughout. Beautiful open floor plan with Kitchen and Family Room seamlessly adjoining the fun-filled back yard; featuring a spa, fire pit and putting green!!! Christine Lesti 707-320-8999 $879,000
www.4120BrownsValleyRd.com Browns Valley relaxation!!! Enjoy your Napa summers poolside in this large entertainer’s back yard! Updated single-level home offering kitchen (granite w/stainless appliances) that opens up to family room and the lovely back yard.
Mark Lesti
707-320-8950
$737,500
Carl Mianecke Gary Prince John Prince Bob Souza Stephanie Thompson Bob Wallin Ian White 707.260.5952 707.227.7282 707.337.0191 707.363.6335 707.226.1823 707.337.5279 707.227.5226 July 2016 – 29
AUCTION ACTION
Annual event raises more than $14 million for worthy causes S A S H A PAU L S E N s p a ulse n @ n ap an e w s.c om
At the gate of Auction Napa Valley 2016, servers were offering pisco sours as well as the usual celebratory glass of sparkling wine. And on the fairway of Meadowood Resort, always the site for the annual live auction, 100 feet or so of the green had been turned into a live fire cooking site. Six wire domes had been erected over circles of burning logs. From them dangled trussed chickens, enormous chunks of prime rib beef, and cabbages. Cabbages? Butternut squash were buried in the circles. In pits, salmon, beets and carrots were buried and cooking. “It’s an art installation with prime rib,” said Aram Chakerian, operations director for the Napa Valley Vintners, which masterminded the four-day Auction 30 — Distinctive Properties
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Top: Cook Jacqueline Dash checks the doneness of butternut squash being cooked beneath a fire dome at Auction Napa Valley at Meadowood Napa Valley. Hanging from the dome are cabbages, prime rib and chicken. Above: Bidders hold up their paddles as Auction Napa Valley gets underway in the Big Tent at Meadowood Napa Valley.
Napa Valley, now in its 36th year of raising money for the community from an international gathering of wine lovers. This year, Agustin F. Huneeus was honorary chairman, 20 years after his dad was chairman. It’s his prerogative to put his own stamp on the “grand-daddy of all charity wine auctions” in the U.S. Huneeus, whose family members are also leading vintners in Chile, was doing that. Beneath a giant tent, a band was playing lively Latin music that went with pisco sours. The chef of the day and master of the dome fires was from Argentina, Francis Mallmann, whose restaurants celebrate the style of live fire cooking he learned in his native Patagonia. Mallmann had made five trips to Meadowood to prepare for this event, dinner for 900 after the auction. His team, in pink shirts, had been tending the fires, despite their blazing heat, since 4 a.m. Patsy McGaughy, communications director for the Vintners, explained that Huneeus wanted to focus on throwing a great party that just happens to raise millions. Under the welcome tent, a bar was filled with bottles and bottles and more bottles of wine. Volunteers, the mainstay of the auction, were filling glasses. At each end were Hog Island Oyster Bars. People were arriving from vintner-hosted lunches; since Thursday, they’d been wined and dined up and down the valley. Always, at the wine auction, I’m reminded of a line from the Beatles’ song that asks, “How does it feel to be one of the beautiful people?” “We just love the auction,” one woman explained to me. “You meet such a diversity of people. Some have been rich for a long time, and some have just made their first million and are here to celebrate.” “And some are journalists,” I pointed out. “And winemakers, too!” she said. We journalists were there as a team, not to be beautiful, but to work: veteran wine writer Pierce Carson, St. Helena Star Editor Dave Stoneberg, photographer J.L. Sousa, and myself, the sometime
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A guest stops at the Hog Island Oyster Co. serving station at Auction Napa Valley at Meadowood Napa Valley.
Top Live Auction Lots — “Fund-a-Need,” which brought in $2.1 million from 100 paddle holders — “Into Africa, Incomparably,” donated by Staglin Family Vineyards, which sold for $700,000 and was expanded to include an additional couple, for a fundraising total of $1.05 million — “True Warriors of Wine,” donated by Amuse Bouche and Tusk Estates, which sold for $520,000 and was then matched for a fundraising total of $1.04 million — “The Quintessential Vintner Experience” donated by Quintessa, which sold for $170,000, was doubled and then matched for a fundraising total of $680,000 — “A Night Full of Stars,” a buy-a-spot lot donated by Opus One, which raised $660,000 — “50 Years, 50 Guests, 50 Bottles,” donated by Robert Mondavi Winery, which sold for $520,000 — “Etched Into the Hillside” donated by Harlan Estate, which sold for $500,000 — “Luminosity,” donated by Scarecrow Wine, which sold for $440,000 — “The Grand Heist,” donated by Blackbird Vineyards and Bvlgari, which sold for $180,000 and was then doubled for a fundraising total of $360,000 — “Rooms with a View,” donated by Antica Napa Valley – Antinori Family Wine Estate, which sold for $320,000
editor of the Napa Valley Register wine section. “Take a note,” Sousa said. “They’re opening 2,400 oysters. Burning three cords of oak. I asked.” Despite this air of South American, easygoing luxury, Huneeus had everyone in the main tent and ready to bid by his target: 4 p.m. The number of auction lots had been reduced from 50 last year to 36. The goal was to maintain a lively enthusiasm, and have everyone out to enjoy Mallmann’s feast by 7:30. Inside the tent was filled with
tables, the action was nonstop. Vintners host the tables, but people are constantly on the move, guests mingling with servers bringing in snacks to sustain the bidders. The tables are lined with wine bottles. Stoneberg and I sat together while J.L. bounced about getting his opening shots. We declined the wine even though we were sitting at the Louis Martini table. We had a deadline to file a story for Sunday’s print edition by 5:30. Stoneberg had his computer out amid the wine glasses, and a spread of breadsticks, nuts, cheese, salumi and M&M’s printed with Napa’s
Grapecrusher. The auction began with a sizzle: The lot from the Huneeus’ Quintessa, 21 bottles of wine, dinner for 20, a personalized wine thief and annual tasting for life, raised $680,000 when it was doubled and matched. Once the auction is underway, it’s hard to say what flows faster, the dollars or the wine. The auctioneers, Fritz Hatton and Ursula Hermacinski, are a team that lures the paddles up in the air. She is gracious and personable; he is a crazy man, who mimicked cars, trains, airplanes and every imaginable animal as he described the lots: a two-week world cruise, an African safari, wine-tasting in Israel, golf in Maui, always paired with Napa Valley wines. Sometimes the numbers rise so fast, it’s mind-boggling — $100,000 becomes $200,000, $300,000. The gavel comes down at $500,000. Music booms out, and red ribbon confetti rains down on the winning bidders. Sometimes one can lose perspective: What? That lot only went for $70,000? Then I recall that that’s twice what I earn in a year at the newspaper. July 2016 – 31
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Florence + the Machine performed on the first day of BottleRock. Although the festival sold out the Expo for three days, local merchants report mixed impacts on their businesses.
BottleRock rocks? Winners and losers among downtown stores, restaurants JENNIFER HUFFMAN j huf f man@nap ane w s . com Depending on which local businesses you ask, BottleRock 2016 was a boom or bust. Some reported higher sales, while others said the suffered. Business owners seem to agree that BottleRock,which attracted well over 100,000 attendees, is a good thing for the valley, but many wished it wasn’t held on Memorial Day weekend, which is already a popular holiday. Baris Yildiz of Ristorante Allegria said his restaurant slowed down during prime concert hours, but picked up between 10 p.m. and midnight. In a “if you can’t beat them, join them” tactic, Yildiz hosted a booth 34 — Distinctive Properties
inside the Expo. Offering food from both sites helped make up for slower hours at the First Street restaurant, even if it was more work on his end, he said. However, there is one thing he would like to see changed. “It shouldn’t be on a holiday weekend,” said Yildiz. Memorial Day is already one of his busiest weekends, he said. “Why not have the concert on a different weekend?” “Devastating” was how Troy Pelzl, managing partner of the Jimmy Vasser Chevrolet-Toyota dealerships, described BottleRock’s effect on his weekend sales. Memorial Day weekend is one of the biggest car events of the year, he
said. Manufacturers spend a lot of money to drive business to the dealerships. But Pelzl said his customers “did not want to deal with the traffic,” real or imagined. Most dealerships can expect to double or more a normal weekend’s business on Memorial Day weekend. Instead, “We did barely half of what we would do on a regular weekend,” he said. “It was not good.” While he thought BottleRock seemed well-organized, “If it was done on another weekend, they could be successful and the dealership could be successful at the same time.” Kevin Massie, owner of Napa Ford, said his dealership didn’t get the usual “lift” from Memorial Day
vehicle sales either. “If they did it on another weekend, it’d be better,” he said. He thinks locals, afraid of getting stuck in traffic, avoid Soscol Avenue. He even warned some shoppers by phone about getting snared in festival traffic coming into Napa. However, “my observation is that once you get into town, the traffic is not highly impacted,” said Massie. At Angele restaurant on Main Street, lunch business during BottleRock was up significantly, said Kelly Mitchell-Jacks, general manager. In fact, Angele opened earlier over the weekend to accommodate Please see BottleRock, Page 36
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those out before the festival began, she said. “However, our evening business is quite slower than what it would be on a normal weekend,” she said. That’s disappointing, she said. “As most restaurants do, we look forward to our holiday weekends to really drive up business,” she said. “We would prefer to see the festival on a different weekend.” BottleRock was a great for her business, said Becky Anderson, owner of Miyamo boutique on First Street. “There were a lot of people in town — we were really busy in the mornings and early afternoons.” Sales at her clothing shop “were definitely up over last Memorial Day weekend.” Justin Dragoo of Latitude 38 Entertainment, the festival’s producer, said limitations on the Expo calendar and other community events like graduation, the Home and Garden show at the Expo, NASCAR weekend and Auction Napa Valley influence when the festival can be held. “The weekend that works best for Napa Valley community calendar is the last weekend in May,” which is not always Memorial Day weekend, he noted. BottleRock 2013 was held on Mother’s Day weekend and BottleRock 2014 fell on Memorial Day weekend. BottleRock 2015 was not on Memorial Day weekend. BottleRock 2017 is scheduled for May 26-28, 2017 which will be Memorial Day weekend. Dragoo said that most of the business he has talked to said they were “abnormally busy” right before and then right after the festival. Other business owners are using new tactics to reach those ticket holders including special events, after parties and promotions. “We want all of downtown to thrive because of all the new people coming to discover the city of Napa,” said Dragoo. Festival producers are attempting to survey this year’s ticket holders to find out the extent to which they experienced other Napa Valley attractions, he said. “New people are discovering downtown Napa and realizing that 36 — Distinctive Properties
Many people brought blankets to sit out on during the performances at BottleRock.
when they come for an event like BottleRock, there’s so much more to see and do in Napa Valley than just go to the music festival,” said Dragoo. “We’re encouraged by that. If we can make BottleRock become ingrained within the community and have everybody benefit from the new people coming to town that will make us very happy,” he said. “I understand his perspective,” said Pelzl of Jimmy Vasser Chevrolet-Toyota, “but not only does it cost the business in the dealership, but when you figure the sales tax revenue on the sale of a new vehicle, it costs the city as well.” “Something has to be done,” said Pelzl. Carrie Bowman, owner of Napa Valley Wine & Cigar on Silverado Trail, said her business was down 50 percent over a normal Memorial Day weekend. “Usually it’s a huge tourist weekend for us,” but not this year. In addition, her parking lot had major clean-up issues, she said. In the mornings after the festival, she found trash, feces, toilet paper and paper towels. “I think it’s absolutely one of the worst weekends they could pick to do it,” said Bowman. Hotels are booked by BottleRock visitors and “there’s nowhere for the other people who would normally be here supporting restaurants, wineries and shops,” Bowman said. “I’m irritated that there has not
been any consideration for not only us but all businesses in the valley,” she said. Dragoo said Bowman’s report of litter was news to him. “We were not aware of any incidents like that, but anybody that would like some assistance with clean-up should call or email us. We will make sure that any issues are taken care of as quick as possible.” Rick Molinari of Molinari Caffe said that his business was up double or triple from Thursday to Tuesday, before and after the Memorial Day weekend. “BottleRock totally helps us a lot,” he said. “It’s a good customer base, a good vibe.” “You have to be prepared for it,” he advised. “Find a way to pull locals in,” such as promotions or incentives, he said. “The locals think they can’t come downtown” but from around 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., there’s plenty of parking and things to do, he noted. Chris Sakellariou, owner of the Olive Tree Restaurant on Silverado Trail, said he was “very upset.” Due to a lack of customers, he lost an estimated $3,500 in revenue. “For three days we had no business,” he said. “They should do it some other place with more room,” such as a vineyard or area away from the city. “If I can afford to close up next year, I will,” he said. Barry Dinsmore, general manager at Dean & Deluca in St. Helena, said he supports BottleRock, but
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“it definitely seems to be impacting business,” even UpValley. “My business goes up 25 percent on a holiday weekend,” he said. This year, “we were down.” “The locals are hunkering down. They stay away because they think it’s madness. In fact it’s not madness. The reality is, it’s easier to drive around that weekend.” “It’d be great if they could just not have it on Memorial Day,” he said. “Every hotel would sell out anyway, so have it another weekend when they get another chance to all sell out and then on Memorial Day weekend all the businesses can thrive.” From a lodging standpoint, BottleRock went well, said Clay Gregory, president and CEO of Visit Napa Valley. Among his constituents, “everyone felt they had a good weekend — better than a normal Memorial Day weekend would have been.” Because there was more demand this Memorial Day weekend, lodging properties got higher and better rates than normal, he said. “Overall, we’d still like it if it was on a different weekend in May,” he said. “If we could, we’d pick Mother’s Day weekend. That’s the weakest weekend in May for lodging.” Regardless, “I think they’ve done a really good job of being reflective of the Napa Valley. And it brings a demographic that is a little younger than our average visitor, and hopefully they will come back time and time again.”
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Exceptionally private and serene 4.98 acre Napa Valley Estate. Located on the Coveted East Side of Napa just Minutes to Downtown. Flanked by Mature Landscaping Creates a Tranquil Retreat-like Feel. The 5BD/5BA Main House Offers a First Floor Master. French Doors open to Spectacular Oak Studded Grounds and Outdoor Entertaining Areas. Guest House with Views of the Park-like Setting, Pool with Water Feature and a Built-in Spa plus a Wine Cellar! Gated with Excellent Water! Offered at $3,495,000
EAST SIDE RANCH
Stunning Mountain View Estate Located on the Valley Floor. Highly Desirable East Side of Napa Close to Downtown & Silverado Trail. Completely Fenced 6.73 Flat Acres Perfect for Horses or Gentleman’s Vineyard. Single Level Main House Custom Built by Owner/Contractor with Random Plank Flooring, 8’ Doors & 12-14’ Ceilings. 2BD Guest House, 1BD Pool House w/ Kitchen, Approx. 10,000 sq. ft. Barn w/ 1BD Apt., 4 Car Garage, Man Cave and Pond! Offered at $3,495,000
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Napa Valley Vineyard Estate in desirable Browns Valley. Close to Downtown Napa in a private gated setting. Gentleman’s Cabernet vineyard, wine cave and spacious outdoor entertaining area with fireplace. Custom built home designed with entertaining in mind. Gourmet kitchen, spacious family room. Master with balcony, vineyard views and spa-like Bath. Hardwood floors, plantation shutters, solar system, detached garage and license to make wine! Offered at $1,795,000
CONTEMPORARY STYLE HOME
Stunning Completely Remodeled Contemporary Style Home Designed with Entertaining in Mind. Clean Architectural Lines, Floor to Ceiling Walls of Glass & a Neutral Palate Create a Serene and Spa-like Feel. 4 En-suite BDs & Open Floor Plan Concept with Perfect Synergy of Indoor/outdoor Living. Gourmet Kitchen & Family Room open to Spacious Outdoor Entertaining Area with Pool & Views of the Private Hillside Setting.
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YOUNTVILLE FARMHOUSE Beautifully Updated Farmhouse with Full Guest Unit Located in the Iconic Town of Yountville. Open Floor Plan Embodies the Wine Country Lifestyle. Main House Offers 4 Spacious Bedrooms plus Ponus Room & 3 Baths. Guest Unit has Full Kitchen with 1BD/1BA. Private Backyard with Outdoor Entertaining Area & Pool with Built-in Spa. Located Close to World Class Dining, Wineries & Shopping! $1,495,000
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Stunning Completely Remodeled 3BD/2BA Home in highly desirable Browns Valley. Gourmet Kitchen with Center Island, Counter, Built-in Seating, Opens to Family Room with Views of the Spectacular Backyard. Perfect Synergy of Indoor/ outdoor Living with Glass Doors Opening to Spacious Outdoor Entertaining Area Including Loggia with Upgraded Lighting, Fire Pit with Built-in Seating. Garden Beds for Farm to Table Living!
$849,950
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Plan Your Purchase Process C harle s Bog ue
You have searched on line for which area of Napa you want to live. You have bonded with a Realtor that has sorted through the homes available. You have negotiated against fellow home buyers to create contract agreement. On the path to close of escrow and home ownership you think this stressful event is near completion. Realtor Charles Bogue The truth is that without proper planning and managing your expectations the stress might just be increasing. To accomplish any task, large or small, requires a personal commitment of both time and energy. In real estate, as with life in general, goals are achieved by a good plan well executed and the purchase of your home is no exception. Several years ago a client shared with me a list of nine words in a saying that has held true over time: “prior proper planning prevents problems, pleases people and produces profits.” While certainly applicable to all aspects of business and personal life it certainly holds true in today’s fast paced real estate market. The moment of actually obtaining title and moving in to your home is one filled with excitement, anticipation and emotion for everyone concerned. There are many things to be done, information to be provided and deadlines to be met. Some “Prior Proper Planning”, with the guidance of your Realtor, will go a long way in making these final moments of the sale smoother and less stressful. * Establish a closing checklist. Create a checklist including exactly what needs to be done, who is responsible for completing and an assigned date for when it will be accomplished. Included will be such items as requests for information for the lender or title company, insurance coverage, utility accounts, last minute
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repairs, packing and moving dates, available time to sign closing documents, as well as how and when closing funds will be delivered. By having a common calendar and list of all items to be done, everyone responsible will know exactly what is to be done and when. * Create a dress rehearsal by reviewing with your agent what will take place during the closing process. Homeowners move about every seven years. Because this is an infrequent process for most, they are unaware of what the “lender’s package” is, what “underwriting” is or why the title company is required to comply with the “good funds law” when you bring your money to closing. An informative meeting will educate you as a buyer on how the closing and recording process and what you can expect to happen. * Review documents before coming in for signing. You may not have the actual documents in advance, but by looking at estimates and sample documents you will know what you will be seeing and what to look for. Your agent can have an Estimated Buyer’s Closing Costs or Estimated Seller’s Net Sheet provided for you with an estimated closing date. It
is much easier to understand small dollar adjustments than to see the costs and proceeds for the first time. With the new lending disclosure laws you will have detailed estimates which will reduce the amount of time needed for document review on the date of signing. * Review closing and occupancy dates with your agent. Plan your move by setting appointments for signing, moving, cleaning and any other last minute tasks. The date of recording and date of moving are often different. If they are not the same, it is important to have occupancy before or after close of escrow stated in a separate agreement signed by the buyer and seller. This will keep communications clear and respect the fact that early occupancy by the buyer, or the seller staying in the home after selling, will actually create a tenant-landlord relationship. * Avoid last minute surprises. Last minute issues, when it is time to record, add stress and anxiety to an already emotional process. Items such as the failure to get insurance coverage or a notice of completion from the pest control company can bring the recording process to a halt. Even the actual deed itself, which requires a notary,
can be signed in advance at the seller’s convenience and be kept by the title company until the date of recording. This will eliminate last minute overnight deliveries and driving across the county to meet a recording deadline. The ripple effect of poor planning can be great in a real estate transaction. Buyers, sellers, lenders and others have made plans and relied on a closing event to occur on a specified day. When it doesn’t happen, heightened emotions and lost expectations create a new set of issues to be dealt with. The successful sale or purchase of your home consists of the coordination of many conditions to be met, activities to be completed and dates to be complied with. Your Realtor, with the best effort, may find that some issues are outside of his or her control. Along with “Prior Proper Planning” and professional assistance, you are well on your way to a smooth and successful close of escrow in December or in the coming new year. Charles Bogue is a broker with Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley in Napa, where he offers real estate marketing services as the CB Team. Phone: 486-5511, e-mail: cbnapa@napanet.net. July 2016 – 41
HISTORIC REBIRTH H OWA R D Y U N E hyune @nap ane w s . com
Napa home’s B&B conversion wins city support A plan to turn one of Napa’s oldest houses into its newest bed-and-breakfast inn has passed another milepost on the road to city approval. The Planning Commission gave its go-ahead in June to refashion the 1860s-era Williams Smith House at 1929 First St. into a seven-room inn. Four commissioners voted in favor of the bed-and-breakfast conversion, with Michael Murray absent. Final approval rests with the City Council, which may take up the plan as early as July 19. Four existing upstairs bedrooms would be opened to paying guests, while the overhaul would create three more guest rooms on the ground floor along with a dining room and common room. An eighth room would house the B&B’s on-site manager. The inn would include eight parking spaces on the property, and an existing, non-historic garage would be torn down. The project had won a recommendation last month from the city’s Cultural Heritage Commission, after owner Shahin Shahabi of Stonehedge Winery downsized it from an earlier plan the commission rejected in 2015 In response, Shahabi and his representatives made various changes to placate neighbors and other innkeepers worried about increased traffic, noise and parking shortages. The number of guest rooms was cut from 10 to seven, the deck was downsized, additional window openings were dropped and a planned bocce court was scrapped. With those changes, the B&B gained the heritage commission’s support in a May 12 vote. Still, some of the Williams Smith House’s neighbors remained 42 — Distinctive Properties
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Owners of the Williams Smith House at 1929 First St., built in the late 1860s, have gained the Napa city Planning Commission’s support for plans to convert the mansion into a bed-and-breakfast inn.
skittish about the possibility of guests disrupting the neighborhood’s peace – even as Shahabi’s architect, John Kasten, sought to assure officials the new inn would not host weddings or public events, or allow live or amplified music. Ralph and Ladan Dalla Betta, who purchased a nearby home in 2013, asked for consideration of a fixed nighttime quiet period, maximum decibel limit, and a pre-emptive ban on swimming pools or hot tubs on the property. Commissioners declined to set a hard decibel cap, only adding conditions to build an 8-foot-high fence and reduce the size of the inn’s outdoor sign. As a bed-and-breakfast, the Smith house would share a stretch of First Street with two inns on the opposite side – and one of those innkeepers predicted increasing difficulty for newcomers, especially after Napa reverses the one-way flow of westbound First Street
and eastbound Second as part of a traffic roundabout project near Highway 29. “As a Napa resident for 35 years, I am very aware of the traffic on First Street,” said Jim Beazley, founder of the Beazley House to the east. “It’s dangerous and it won’t get any easier, because First Street will get turned around; it’ll become a gateway into downtown Napa. Traffic isn’t going to get any better; it will become much worse.” Despite those concerns, commissioners placed more weight on putting the historic mansion to use and closing off the risk of neglect. “The biggest threat to any historic property is that it remains vacant,” said Paul Kelley. “The best use for a building is to no longer be vacant; we need to find a use for it. Buildings need to evolve with time to remain viable.” The two-story home dates to about 1868, two decades after the city’s founding. Its namesake and
original resident, Williams Smith, hailed from Massachusetts before heading to the California gold fields and then, as an 18-year-old, into Napa in 1850. After a stint as a tinsmith, Smith partnered with C. Cheeseborough to open Smith & Cheeseborough Hardware Co., one of the young city’s first hardware stores. He later had roles in the creation of the Napa Building and Loan Association and the Napa Gas Co. Designed in the Second Empire style, the Smith house is composed of wooden shiplap siding and a paneled, bracketed cornice that meets a roof clad in octagonal shingles. The facade facing First Street has remained as originally built, though the property gained a twostory addition sometime before the turn of the 20th century. The building is listed on the city’s registry of local landmarks, and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995.
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NAPA COUNTY’S MOST RECENT HOME SALES * ADDRESS
RECORD DATE
SALE PRICE
BED
BA
Single Family
American Canyon 206 LANDANA ST 137 LANDANA ST 224 PINECREEK LN 222 LOS ALTOS DR 74 SIERRA VISTA 408 MARSHCREEK DR 316 NORTHAMPTON DR 10 RENWOOD PL 18 ORANGE BLOSSOM CT 400 NORTHAMPTON DR 10 VIA TREVISO 22 PALESTRINA CT 139 SUMMERWOOD DR 107 FORD DR 35 REDHEAD ST
12/4 3/29 3/9 3/15 3/11 3/29 3/25 3/31 3/11 3/11 3/18 3/18 3/24 3/3 3/31
$131,000 $279,000 $295,000 $312,000 $343,000 $384,500 $385,000 $395,000 $420,000 $430,000 $470,000 $470,000 $620,000 $649,500 $660,000
3 3 3 3 4 4 3 4 3 4 6 3 5 4 4
1 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 3 3 4 2 4 3 3
1809 CEDAR ST
3/30
$600,000
3
2
3/7 11/24 11/24 3/10 3/25 3/22 3/11 3/25 3/18 3/29 3/11 3/25 3/4 3/7 3/4 3/23 3/24 3/9 3/25 3/29 3/15 3/4 3/30 3/25 5/2 3/25 3/18 3/14 3/18 4/15 3/17 3/4 3/21 3/30 3/24 3/9 3/7 3/25 2/29 3/17 4/15 3/18 3/16 11/20 3/31 3/11 4/27 3/22 3/22 3/3 4/6 3/4 3/30 3/18 3/14 3/15 4/1 3/22 3/14 3/29 3/25 4/1 4/1 3/10 3/30 3/29
$96,000 $125,000 $125,000 $292,500 $350,000 $405,000 $407,500 $410,000 $417,500 $445,000 $448,000 $450,000 $460,000 $465,000 $489,000 $500,000 $512,000 $515,000 $519,000 $519,000 $520,000 $528,000 $529,000 $550,000 $552,500 $554,000 $565,000 $565,000 $570,000 $582,000 $587,727 $600,000 $620,000 $620,000 $630,000 $630,000 $650,000 $650,000 $650,000 $652,500 $665,000 $679,000 $712,500 $731,500 $753,000 $770,000 $770,000 $805,000 $805,500 $811,000 $815,000 $815,000 $852,000 $865,000 $887,500 $900,000 $929,000 $975,000 $1,000,000 $1,184,000 $1,413,500 $1,440,000 $1,500,000 $1,650,000 $1,700,000 $1,795,000
3 5 3 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 2 3 3 2 2 3 2 4 3 3 3 2 3 4 4 3 4 3 3 4 4 3 5 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 3 3 3 3 4 3 4 4 7 4 3 4 2 3 5 3 4 4 4
2 5 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 2 2 3 1 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 3 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 4 3 4 2 6 3 2 3 1 3 4 3 5 4 4
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2121 KATHLEEN DR 14 REMINGTON CT 15 REMINGTON CT 2415 MARIN ST 2150 DELPHA DR 175 ALMOND AVE 159 RANDOLPH ST 2076 RUSSELL ST 1101 PEAR TREE LN 3624 PALO VERDE ST 2775 ILLINOIS ST 1331 H ST 842 WINDSOR ST 840 NEEDLES CT 2719 PINE ST 2542 MERCED ST 1717 BROWN ST 2491 CABERNET CT 3509 JEFFERSON ST 1596 SEQUOIA ST 2190 UNBRIDLED CT 165 GESFORD ST 321 CASSWALL ST 1207 EL CAPITAN WAY 754 LATHROP ST 2465 CARRIAGE PL 2441 MACLEAN ST 3717 WILLIS DR 117 TRENT DR 2547 VINE HILL DR 810 WINDSOR ST 2830 PINE ST 1341 E ST 3492 TWIN OAKS CT 2467 WINE COUNTRY AVE 486 S MONTGOMERY ST 4036 VIA LA PAZ 1761 MEEK AVE 1125 DOUGLAS AVE 527 MONROE ST 2265 THIRD ST 19 WALKABOUT LN 3710 LINDA VISTA AVE 1749 PINE ST 3902 LINDA VISTA AVE 1038 STONEBRIDGE DR 3921 ALEXANDER ST 117 SPRING ST 520 WESTGATE DR 1752 SYCAMORE ST 4026 WISTERIA WAY 75 CATANIA LN 987 SERENDIPITY WAY 242 BUTTERCUP CT 1542 OAK ST 127 GRIFFEN LN 3246 ATHERTON CIR 541 WILSON ST 329 ST ANDREW DR 273 STONECREST DR 198 KAANAPALI DR 29 HAZELWOOD DR 610 MONTECITO BLVD 1228 TALL GRASS CT 659 CHAPARRAL CIR 1131 CASTLE OAKS DR
SQ.FT. YR BLT
1,080 875 1,316 1,085 1,477 2,418 1,232 2,686 1,625 2,003 4,164 2,233 3,172 3,512 3,606
1957 1956 1989 1954 1989 2001 1988 2005 1988 1989 2003 2004 2008 2003 2004
1,460
1965
1,280 4661 4746 864 1,106 1,008 1,136 960 1,589 1,576 1,026 984 1,436 1,682 961 1,235 1,062 1,568 1,408 1,365 1,722 930 1,156 1,576 1,997 1,518 1,469 1,422 1,470 1,549 1,394 1,472 1,190 1,714 1,672 1,420 1,891 1,562 2,128 1,145 1850 1,742 2,503 1497 1,730 2,396 2,128 2,032 2,476 1,169 2,375 2,797 2121 2,730 2,890 3950 2,527 1,703 2,631 1,911 2,344 3,418 2,891 4,140 3,883 3,798
1952 1992 2000 1943 1954 1940 1916 1956 1950 1973 1952 1942 1960 2005 1943 1958 1937 1972 1957 1961 2006 1947 1955 1973 1978 1978 1967 1963 2000 1973 1963 1939 1923 1978 1992 1951 2006 1964 1983 1915 1885 2000 1948 1925 1951 1985 1976 2004 1978 1948 1979 2005 2015 2007 1937 2014 2013 1910 1980 1961 1973 2001 1964 2008 2000 1999
Single Family Single Family
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RECORD DATE
SALE PRICE
BED
BA
Single Family
St. Helena 1703 CRINELLA DR 1134 VALLEY VIEW ST 1760 MAIN ST 1806 SPRING MOUNTAIN CT 1990 BIRCH ST 1160 PAULSON CT 704 HUNT AVE 934 SIGNORELLI CIR 1827 VINEYARD AVE 2175 PALMER DR 945 PRATT AVE 1276 HUDSON AVE
3/14 3/28 3/7 3/11 3/31 3/15 3/24 5/4 3/23 3/22 3/15 3/10
$813,000 $949,000 $950,000 $1,150,000 $1,190,000 $1,200,000 $1,300,000 $1,389,000 $2,000,000 $2,100,000 $2,400,000 $2,475,000
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2157 MADISON ST 1880 LARKSPUR ST 1889 LARKSPUR ST
3/18 3/21 3/14
$688,500 $785,000 $925,000
1 3 3
97 VILLAGE PKWY 12 GOLDEN GATE CIR 139 GOLDEN GATE CIR 14 E BLOSSOM CT 2061 POLLEY DR 1030 MARINA DR 1028 EAST AVE 988 MARINA DR 2135 REDWOOD RD 121 FIREFLY LN 762 COTTAGE DR 33 VALLEY CLUB CIR 11 FOUNTAIN GROVE CIR 41 FOUNTAIN GROVE CIR 888 MARINA DR 48 FOUNTAIN GROVE CIR 74 FAIRWAY DR 588 MAIN ST #225
3/18 3/28 3/21 3/4 3/31 3/4 3/25 3/18 3/24 3/7 3/16 4/27 3/11 3/9 3/11 4/6 3/30 3/15
$246,000 $250,000 $275,500 $285,000 $305,000 $315,000 $400,000 $410,000 $420,000 $436,000 $450,000 $490,000 $520,000 $520,000 $520,000 $522,500 $599,000 $615,000
1 1 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 1 2 2 2 3 2 2 1
161 VINEYARD CIR
3/10
$585,000
2
1425 LAS POSADAS RD
4/6
$3,300,000
2
605 PUTAH CREEK DR 210 MANZANITA LN 1144 RIMROCK DR
3/8 3/16 3/11
$50,000 $399,000 $399,000
2 3 3
5/4
$1,107,500
3
3/4 3/10 3/31 3/16 3/11 3/8 3/29 3/14
$425,000 $710,000 $815,000 $840,000 $962,500 $975,000 $986,000 $1,495,000
2 3 3 4 3 3 4 3
Yountville Napa
Yountville Angwin
Berryessa Calistoga
481 CRYSTAL SPRINGS RD
Napa
1409 EAST AVE 1026 HARDMAN AVE 1186 MONTICELLO RD 3397 MT VEEDER RD 3005 SILVERADO TRL 805 CAPITOLA DR 2151 MONTICELLO RD 4519 DRY CREEK RD
Pope, Chiles, Wooden Valleys 218 CIRCLE OAKS DR 6 CATALPA CT
3/18 3/18
$391,000 $490,000
3 3
1023 CONGRESS VALLEY RD
3/28
$735,000
3
4008 SPRING MOUNTAIN RD 1141 EHLERS LN
3/22 3/22
$1,690,000 $3,695,000
3 3
1542 YOUNTVILLE CROSS RD
3/14
$710,000
2
Southern County/Carneros St Helena
Yountville
*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.
SQ.FT. YR BLT
1,520 1,541 1,197 1,946 1,635 2,405 2,426 1,542 1,206 2,831 3,185 2,478
1963 1966 1930 1967 1978 2000 2000 1998 1957 1972 2003 1955
2 2 2
798 1,353 1,665
1983 1973 1973
1 1 2 1 3 2 2 3 2 4 1 3 2 2 3 2 2 1
748 734 864 713 1,232 943 1,272 1,408 1,144 1,478 695 1,542 1,470 1,470 1,803 1,481 1,126 948
1985 1989 1991 1987 1982 1974 1972 1974 1977 2010 1972 1988 1987 1989 1980 1989 1970 2009
2
1,154
1977
4
3,397
1994
2 3 2
875 1,967 1,811
1962 1988 2006
3
1,605
1967
1 3 2 2 3 3 3 2
812 1,959 1,621 1,920 1,568 2,181 1,948 3,499
1940 1950 1938 1952 1954 1977 1969 2003
2 3
1,661 2,082
1987 1990
2
1,861
1956
2 3
2,234 3,732
1973 2003
1
831
1955
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READY FOR SUMMER Simple tips to save money, conserve energy as the heat rises (BPT)—With temperatures— and therefore, electric bills—on the rise, American homeowners are looking for the most effective ways to make the biggest dent in their energy bills; however, many may be overlooking some of the most important energy-saving strategies. Homeowners are more likely to do simple things around the house to conserve energy, according to the Lennox Home Energy Report Card Survey. Those simple things may include changing air filters in a heating and cooling system on a regular basis, unplugging electronics when not in use and turning down the temperature setting on a hot water heater. While these activities can certainly help save energy and money, Jennifer Franz, an energy efficiency expert at Lennox, a home heating and cooling manufacturer, says homeowners need to take a close look at how they heat and cool their homes if they truly want to make a substantial dent in their 44 — Distinctive Properties
energy bills. “More than half of a home’s energy costs comes from heating and cooling the house,” says Franz. “If you can heat or cool your home more efficiently, then you’ll be well on your way to seeing lower energy bills.” The first step is to have a professional evaluate the age, performance and efficiency of your heating and cooling system. The Lennox survey found that only slightly more than half of homeowners (51 percent) had taken the proactive step of replacing an old, inefficient heating and cooling system with a new, energy-efficient model, yet doing so can dramatically help conserve energy and reduce utility bills. Franz says if the air conditioning system is more than 10 years old or the furnace is more than 15 years old—the average life spans of cooling and heating equipment— then it’s time to consider replacing the aging unit with a new high efficiency system.
ENERGY-SAVING TECHNOLOGIES Significant advances in energy-efficient technologies have enabled homeowners to save hundreds of dollars a year on their energy bills. One example is the Lennox SunSource Home Energy System—a solar-powered central heating and cooling system—that uses energy from the sun, collected from roof-mounted solar modules, to reduce the electricity consumed by a high-efficiency heat pump or air conditioner. When the SunSource heating and cooling system is not in use, the solar energy can operate other appliances and electronics. Any excess energy that’s not needed is sent back to the utility company, possibly entitling the homeowner to a credit on their utility bill. Other energy-efficient ways to cool and heat a home In addition to replacing an old heating and cooling system, Franz says there are a number of other
ways to make heating and cooling your home more efficient. She offers the following energy-saving tips: * Seal cracks around windows and doors with caulk or weather stripping to prevent indoor air from escaping. * Keep blinds, shades and curtains closed during the day in the summer to block sunlight from entering the home, but open them up in the winter to naturally warm the house. * Install a smart thermostat, which can be controlled via an app from anywhere at any time, to adjust the temperature based on when residents are at home or away. * Add extra insulation to the attic, which will help prevent your home’s heating and cooling system from having to work harder to regulate the indoor temperature. For more energy-saving tips, visit www.lennox.com.
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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
Desirable Browns Valley Come see this better than new Single Level home. Beautifully landscaped front yard and patio. Spacious Living/Dining Area with cathedralceilings,plantationshutters&fireplace.LargeFamilyRoom with fireplace and kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counters, Breakfast Area with Bay Windows. Landscaped backyard with spaciouspatioperfectforentertaining.LargeMasterSuitewithgarden views, fireplace and remodeled Bath. Hardwood floors throughout. Offered at $859,000
Wine Country Living EnjoythewondersoftheWineCountryinthisbeautifulhometuckedawayona desirable cul-de-sac. Soaring ceilings, kitchen with granite counters, gas range and counter seating open to the family room with built in entertainment center and fireplace. Perfect office or library area in addition to four spacious bedrooms. Large master suite. Easy maintenance backyard patio perfect for entertaining. Offered at $799,000
Endless Possibilities Tucked away on a dead end street, this spacious single level home will get your imagination running! Hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces and both formal and informal living spaces, plus a large bonus room looking out over the back yard. You will love all the skylights and all the extra room both inside and out. Bring all of your design plans and dreams and call us for a showing today! Offered at $579,000
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Welcome Home to Cedar Gables Cedar Gables Mansion is a perfect family home. Originally built as a single family home it has gone through many uses, but has maintained most of its original character. The 9 beautiful bedrooms, all with their own bathrooms would allow friends and family to easily come visit. The Culinary Showcase Kitchen and the outdoor kitchen make the professional chefs that have hosted cooking classes here, ecstatic. The formal dining room with its crystal chandeliers seats up to 18, making you the perfect host. The small intimate Tavern, with its low ceilings and paneled walls is called the Man Cave by most. The wine cellar in the basement can hold up to 1200 bottles. The old growth redwood paneling that surrounds the interior brings that Warm lustrous quality to music and voice. And with 3 secret staircases and lots of secret places, the Mansion is a perfect place for hide and go seek. You find yourself wrapped in comfortable luxury. MLS#21116886
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Undeniably one of the most spectacular Views and private setting in the Napa Valley on prestigious Auberge Road. French inspired estate with views from every room. 6,000 +/- sq.ft. with 5 ensuite bedrooms, 6.5 baths, 3 fireplaces and walls of glass. Infinity pool/spa, fitness studio/steam room, open gazebo and professional outdoor kitchen. 40 sprawling acres, Villa Vigne will take your breath away.
Hard to find single level 4BR/2.5BA home! Tastefully improved. Gleaming hardwood floors, newer kitchen counters, tiled baths and new carpet and interior paint. Open and inviting floorplan. Lovely rear yard with planter beds and large garage. An ideal environment for quiet living within this small cul-de-sac neighborhood.
Offered at $9,750,000
Offered at $769,000
Prime Location
Picturesque Estate Site
This large and stunning home is located on a 8,300 sf cul de sac lot only 1 block from the BAY TRAIL and views of the SF bay wetlands extending to SF and Mt Tam ! On the northern edge of Am Canyon, close to Napa. Large island kitchen with abundant windows and cabinets. Lower level bedroom and full bath. Large rear yard, outdoor pavilion with kitchen buffet, fireplace and spa.
Tranquility and serenity all within 163 bio-diverse acres. Free flowing springs provide warm soaking pools that overlook vineyards and distant mountains. Oak studded knoll tops and hiking trails allow one to capture all elements of nature. Truly a healing place for creativity and rejuvenation of the mind, body and the spirit.
Offered at $729,500
Offered at $695,000
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