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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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A gated palm tree lined drive leads to this stately 5 bedroom home situated on over 6 acres. Right out of Gone with the Wind! This stunning knoll top setting features panoramic vineyard views and includes a barn and a 2 bed/2 bath guest house. Additional amenities include a 2 story library with handcrafted woodwork, gourmet kitchen, dramatic staircase, wine cellar, a huge game room over the barn, room for horses, vineyard, pool or tennis court to complete the dream!
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Offered at $5,995,000
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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”. Home to such distinguished wineries as Screaming Eagle, Harlan, Bond, Dalla Valle, Opus One, Plump Jack, Silver Oak, Far Niente, and Rudd, as well as Napa Valley’s most highly regarded vineyards such as To Kalon, Backus and Heitz Cellar’s famous Martha ‘s Vineyard. According to the soil report by Paul Skinner, Ph.D, viticulturist & soil scientist, the vineyard can be replanted to mostly Bordeaux varietal & Sauvignon Blanc vines with appropriate scion & root stock and soil amendment chosen by science-based technology. 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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Sited on 2+ acres, this exquisite French country home is masterfully created with thoughtful architectural planning and striking European appointments. This European-inspired home is beautifully designed with the extraordinary imported materials, irreplaceable hand carved antique door & gorgeous lighting fixtures, A dramatic great room with a magnificent limestone wood burning fireplace, French doors with transom windows throughout, formal dining room, intimate master suite, European country kitchen with a sizeable walk-in pantry and a wine cave that a true oenophile will appreciate. French doors open to a beautiful stone walled courtyard & multiple outdoor entertaining areas offering a feeling of symmetry as the interior melds with the outdoors. Enjoy the privacy & serenity of country living surrounded by majestic trees and beautiful gardens. Having three separate structures - the main house, guest cottage, and garden studio - offer flexibility & convenience. Impeccable, Gracious… La Belle Maison! $1,900,000
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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.
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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. A magical setting to create a magnificent winery compound in one of the most sought-after appellations in the world. The vineyard was replanted in 2000 to four different grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc & Semillon, and 7.57 acres of Merlot & Cabernet budded to Sauvignon Blanc in 2012. The rootstocks in this vineyard were matched to various soil types, two different trellis systems were implemented, and grape clones were selected to yield ultimate fruit flavors.
$9,800,000
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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.
PARCEL 1 $775,000 & PARCEL 2 $750,000
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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.
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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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Tucked away in a private cul-de-sac in the heart of St. Helena, this bright & airy 3 br & 2 ½ ba single story custom home is ideally located within walking distance to shopping and fine dining. This beautifully maintained home features clean simple lines, high ceilings and natural light filled rooms throughout. Wonderful covered front porch, tiled formal entry with skylight, gracious living room, bonus room/ media room, luxurious bathrooms and a spacious deck harmonizes indoor & outdoor living. $ 1,095,000
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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
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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 and bountiful fruit trees & gardening beds allow for farm to table living. $ 1,695,000
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(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California
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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 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 sf home. Offered at $7,900,000
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Downtown Safeway site remains in limbo Grocery store holds veto power over any new tenant JENNIFER HUFFMAN j h u ff man @n ap an ews.c om Everyone – from the landlord, to Safeway, the city and residents – seems to want something to reopen in downtown’s shuttered Safeway building, but chances are it won’t be another grocery store. “We are trying desperately to negotiate with Safeway to get them out of the lease so we can do something with the property,” said landowner Corinne Hagstrom Vasquez of Hagstrom Properties in Contra Costa County. One big holdup is a non-compete clause that allows Safeway control over potential subleasors, such as another grocery store. Another market could be seen as competition for Safeway’s other Napa store. “We continue to market the former downtown Napa store for sublease and we are working closely with the property owner to evaluate the best use for the space,” wrote Safeway representative Wendy Gutshall. “It’s frustrating,” Hagstrom Vasquez said. “I want our options to be open. I want control over the property.” The store was damaged in the August 2014 south Napa earthquake and never reopened. Safeway announced last May that it would not make repairs and redirected shoppers to its north Napa store. City of Napa Economic Development Manager Jennifer LaLiberte said the city has had conversations with various real estate brokers and grocery operators but Safeway’s active lease and non-compete clause have been a stumbling block. In addition, remediation to contain contamination from a former dry cleaners continues next to the market. The city is marketing the site, but those challenges “make it very difficult,” she said. 10 — Distinctive Properties
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Workers removed the signs from the earthquake-damaged downtown Safeway last April. Efforts to find a new tenant are complicated by Safeway’s desire not to have a competing grocery on the site. Safeway still holds the lease on the property.
“We’ve consistently been working with the property owner who has hired brokers both regionally and locally for replacement,” said Mayor Jill Techel. The ball is in Safeway’s court, said Hagstrom Vasquez. “It’s not the landlord dragging their heels.” In a phone interview, Hagstrom Vasquez said, “We keep pushing and trying to get answers and were not getting anything right now.” She declined to elaborate on her discussions with Safeway. Hagstrom Vasquez said she’s also concerned about the condition of the building, which has some structural problems from the earthquake, particularly at the northwest corner. Safeway is responsible for repairs, she said. “I’d like to have the building whole,” said Hagstrom Vasquez. “God forbid if there’s another earthquake.” In the meantime, downtown resident John Poole took it upon himself to conduct an online survey of locals to measure the extent of their support for a downtown
grocery store. “I wanted to gauge how many people will do something about it and where they live,” said Poole. The overwhelming majority of the several hundred who responded said they wanted a grocery store at the site. He describes downtown as a “food desert,” which the U.S. Department of Agriculture defines as when at least 500 people and/ or at least 33 percent of the population lives more than one mile from a supermarket or large grocery store. “It doesn’t make sense to have the property sit there for two years,” said Poole. “Something should be done.” “I feel very badly for the elderly community” that lives in the downtown area, Poole said. “The carpet’s been pulled out from under them.” Those seniors now must take a shuttle or walk a substantial distance to other grocery stores, he said. Poole, who is married to Napa Councilmember Juliana Inman,
said he’s planning on forming a group of people who are “doers, movers and shakers” and come up with a strategy. He was critical of Safeway’s decision to begin sponsoring a PGA golf tournament at Silverado Resort this fall. “Safeway is presumably is spending over a million dollars” on the upcoming Safeway Open in Napa, he said. “At the same time, they are forcing elderly people to travel over a mile to get basics.” “The poll showed that people want a downtown grocery store. I agree with them,” said Mayor Techel. “We have done outreach to prospective developers and continue to monitor the situation.” “We are also having conversations with developers” about opening a market, perhaps at a different site downtown, the mayor said. If there is another downtown site that would be good for a grocer, the city will help facilitate a lease, but there aren’t a whole lot of large sites in downtown, LaLiberte said. “It’s a bit of a conundrum,” she said.
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DIAMOND MOUNTAIN LOCATION Adorable 2BD/2BA 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
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GREAT CENTENNIAL CIRCLE LOCATION Overlooking the golf course, this 3 bedroom home boasts over 2400 sq.ft. of living area. Formal living and dining rooms, separate family room and a large kitchen. This house is in need of work and updating but has a great floor plan to work with and is priced accordingly. $680,000
1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422 BRE #00930058
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
BUNNY TRAIL Meander down the Bunny Trail past the orchard, and vineyard to this architecturally designed, spacious home that offers all of the essential spaces in a well-ordered package. Large living room and separate dining room opening to the deck, two master suites (or a separate guest apartment), private guest bedroom, loft office with views, kitchen combined with large family room and cozy gas stove, lower level with huge workshop, wine cellar, separate 2 car garage on 8.24 beautiful private acres, just .6 miles to Calistoga’s shops and restaurants. $1,595,000
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IT’S A FIXER Originally built as a 2 bedroom home with an additional 1 bedroom added plus 2 additional rooms. Use your imagination there is over 1500 sq. ft. to work with. Backs up to an open field with beautiful views of Mt. St. Helena. $480,000
NAPA VALLEY ESTATE BUILDING SITE Located on Diamond Mountain Road in an area of exclusive properties and wineries. Located close to the bottom of Diamond Mountain yet affords great views of Mt. St. Helena and the Valley floor. Gated entry, a developed well and perc test. REDUCED $970,000
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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
MOUNTAIN VIEWS From this 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1996 manufactured home in Chateau Calistoga. TV room, breakfast area with views, open living area, and spacious kitchen located along the park perimeter. Pride of ownership, owner added new roof, carpet, dishwasher and Granite counter tops. $175,000
GREAT VIEWS Enjoy Palisades views from your front patio. This 3 bedroom / 2 bath home offers a nicely remodeled interior, with a large open layout. Shows pride of home ownership throughout, along with plenty of natural light. $139,000
CALISTOGA DUPLEX Cute 2 unit bungalow duplex located just a few blocks from Lincoln Ave. Ideal investment and or weekend retreat with additional income.
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Census: Napa population rises slowly High housing prices may put damper on continued growth JENNIFER HUFFMAN j h u ff man @n ap an ews.c om If Napa city streets seem a little bit busier, parking lots fuller or store aisles more crowded, there could be 905 reasons for that. That’s the number of new residents who moved to Napa County from 2014 to 2015, a 0.6 percent increase in population. Some are also a gain from births over deaths. According to a new U.S. Census Bureau report, the county’s estimated population rose from 141,551 in 2014 to 142,456 in 2015. Back in 2010, the number was 136,530. Napa County had the second lowest number of new residents in the Bay Area, said the report. Marin County’s population only increased by 671 people. At the same time Alameda County had the largest influx, with 25,365 new locals.
Sonoma County rose by 2,472 people and Solano County by 5,301. The news doesn’t alarm Napa County Supervisor Brad Wagenknecht. “A stable growth rate is a good thing,” he said. H o w e v e r, i t can be difficult to manage both slow growth and affordable housing prices, he said. “It is a very hard situation for the Napa Valley because everything we do to make it more exclusive drives the cost of housing up,” which in turn makes it harder to build affordable units, Wagenknecht said. “Not everyone can afford an $800,000 mortgage,” Wagenknecht said. Sonoma State University economist Robert Eyler said that a .6 percent growth rate is what should be expected in a small quasi-rural county. Eyler theorized that Napa County grew more slowly than regional neighbors because of
housing prices or lack of housing. “People aren’t moving to Napa because they can’t afford to,” he said. That can cause some potential residents to seek out cheaper housing in neighboring areas like Solano County. Napa Mayor Jill Techel said the population increase makes her think of where those new people will live. “We need housing, affordable housing,” in Napa, she said. “We want people who work here to live here.” Last year only about 100 new homes were built in the city, she said. “Therefore not as many people moving to Napa.” Those that do come here are finding rising rent and home prices. A lack of housing can also affect the number of cars on the road, said Techel. Many workers with jobs here live in Fairfield or Vacaville, leading to more traffic getting in and out of town, she said.
“Is traffic worse because we haven’t built the housing so people can live here?” the mayor asked. Supervisor Mark Luce said the growth rate is “consistent with our overall growth policies.” According to the county’s general plan, growth should be 1 percent or less per year. “We are a slow growth county,” said the supervisor. “That’s the idea — preserve agriculture and our way of life.” When asked why Napa County might seem busier to some, Luce credited the economic recovery. “We’re seeing a lot of job related activity,” he said. “People came back to work,” and therefore they are commuting, going out to dinner, shopping and spending more time in their cars, he said. In addition, with more retirees moving to Napa County, “we have more daytime activity” from those seniors in the community. Those residents also generate their own residual activity, such as hiring workers to help clean yards and homes or going to doctor appointments. Howard Yune/Register
Above: The central archway of Napa’s Riverfront, as seen from its promenade along the Napa River, as sunset approaches on Monday, Aug. 3, 2015.
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A one of a kind modern estate situated on an exclusive 40 acres within the entrance to Meadowood Resort..
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Offered at $2,763,000
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• 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 $1,295,000
www.1954OakCircle.com • Rare 2 story Oak Circle home • Beautifully remodeled throughout with marble countertops and designer finishes • Spacious backyard for entertaining
Offered at $1,395,000
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www.1973AdamsStreet.com
• Rare opportunity in Oakville • Enjoy the pool and oak studded grounds • Build your dream home while living in existing home
• Artfully appointed home blocks from Yountville’s shopping/restaurants • Featuring 3 bedrooms, open floor plan and creatively designed backyard • Offered furnished - turnkey and ready for you!
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Cell 707.337.2057 marktate@c21.com This exceptional home provides a feeling of seclusion & tranquility. Privacy abounds in this mid-century remodel. Large picture windows continue the indoor living space to the Zen-like gardens in the front enclosed courtyard. A true Chef’s kitchen is the main focus of this open & inviting home. Relax in the deep soaking tub in the master bath & enjoy your very own paradise. The backyard has been landscaped to perfection with a waterfall & a pond.
www.2065euclidavenue.c21.com Listed at $599,000 A Jewel in Sunny Calistoga. Lovely 5+ Acre parcel in the City of Calistoga. Gorgeous and perfect opportunity for different development options. Build your dreams, mostly level terrain with lovely views of the surrounding hills and vineyards. Check with City of Calistoga for use options.
www.2595lakecountyhighway.c21.com Listed at $2,000,000 Fantastic setting on the Napa River. Complete with a genuine deep-water dock (no need to move your sail boat when the tide goes out)- just steps from your back deck. Large open-floor plan with almost 2200 sq ft. Huge 6+ car garage and extra parking for RV hook-ups and room for a boat, too!
www.1908MiltonRoad.c21.com Listed at $729,000
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Gorgeous interior, cathedral ceilings, pool www.50GordonCt.com 5 bdrm/3 bath - 2,835 sq. ft
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Rare Opportunity in Gated Casswall Estates Open floor plan, oversided bedrooms 3 bdrm/2.5 bath, 2,549 s.f.
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Hidden Hills Community in Browns Valley Built in 2010 - Main level master suite 3 bdrm/3.5 ba - 2,935 sq. ft.
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Carneros Compound Surrounded by Vineyards Complete with 3 residences 3bdrm/2ba 2,662 sq.ft. + 2 smaller homes
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In the Eastern Hills at the Base of Mt. George Magnificent 13+/- acre estate home site Ample water from the 60+/- gpm well
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Luxury Working Vineyard in Wooden Valley Infinity pool, barn, 12 ac. high end Cabernet grapes 3 bdrm/2 ba 4,733 sq.ft. + 1,200 sq.ft. guest house
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ARE YOU ON? Whether your home is outfitted with vinyl, fiber cement board, wood or aluminum, here’s your know-it-all guide to patching and replacing siding
LISA IANNUCCI C T W Fe at ures Siding is supposed to last for decades, weather-stripping your home and protecting it from wind, rain, hail and other weather damage. But if the siding (also called cladding) is not properly maintained, or if your area is prone to severe weather, it can take a serious beating, break down and, in time, need a complete overhaul. How, or even if you repair or replace the siding will depend on the material. Vinyl is the most common siding material in the United States, but it can also be made of fiber cement board, wood and aluminum. “Wood is a shrinking category that is comprised largely of cedar, then there’s also brick and stucco,” says Dan Parks, senior product manager of vinyl products at Ply Gem, Cary, North Carolina. “Metal siding is a niche product that’s largely sold in the west.” Vinyl siding does not require painting or caulking, and only requires periodic cleaning with mild soap and water. And with vinyl siding there are no maintenance worries associated with rotting, cracking or insect damage. However, Parks says the most common reason that homeowners repair or replace siding is damage from major hailstorms. In severe storms, hail can break holes or cracks into the siding. “You can run a lawnmower into the siding and it doesn’t damage it,” Parks says. “That’s the beauty of vinyl siding. If it’s nailed properly for your locale and wind resistance, it’s one of the few products that will never loosen or go bad. If it does,
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it’s pretty easy to repair.” If your vinyl siding has been damaged, all it takes is a $5 unlocking tool to replace a panel. “You unlock the bottom of the panel above the one you want to replace,” Parks says. “Pull the nails out, unlock it and put a new one in and reengage the locks. If you’re reasonably handy and have roofing nails, a hammer and an unlocking tool, you can fix it.” The cost of a complete replacement of vinyl siding depends on a variety of factors, including location, but Parks says that most homeowners won’t do a complete vinyl siding replacement job. “It’s more of an aesthetic decision,” he says. “If you have enough damage and the siding is 25 years old, you might do an entire replacement, but most homeowners replace the side that the color is wearing down.” A complete residing will cost more in Chicago than it will in
Alabama. “It will also depend on whether or not your siding is even available,” said Stephanie Dahlberg of Boss Roofing Siding Experts in Rock Falls, Illinois. “The siding market is continually changing and color options are changing as well. Even if you have a different material, say aluminum, it can oxidize over time and change the color, so you need to know if it’s available [for replacement].” On the contrary, fiber cement siding isn’t so easy to repair or replace. Anthony Ferrara, president of the North East Remodeling Group Inc. in Poughkeepsie, New York, explained that wood siding can blister, shrink and mold. “For some of the problems, you can remove that piece and put a new piece in,” he said. “But you can’t see the exposed nail. It’s not easy to knock out the panel or put it back in. But when it’s all split and there’s nothing you can do or the product is past its life span, it’s
time to replace it.” Ferrara also says fiber cement is also very durable and impervious to termites, woodpeckers and other pests. “It resists rotting, warping, and cracking and will withstand extreme weather including rain, snow, hail, hot sun and even hurricane-force winds,” he said. “That’s why hurricane and tornado prone areas in the U.S. specify the use of fiber cement siding in their building codes. However, most fiber cement problems are due to the homeowner’s lack of maintenance. There’s a laundry list of requirements to be followed for the product to live up to its capabilities. With cedar siding, the maintenance required adds thousands to the overall cost. You will need to paint or stain cedar siding every 3-5 years, and periodically repair or replace the shingles or panels.” Cedar siding can run $5 to $7 per square foot. “If you have to repair or replace fiber cement siding, the cost can run you from $200 to $35,000,” he said. Before you begin any vinyl siding repair or replacement project, Ferrara urges homeowners to check their siding warranties. “Most vinyl siding today has, by far, the best warranties,” he said. “All have a lifetime warranty, which covers any manufacturing defect and can come with a hail damage warranty. If it’s physical damage and you know what caused it or if you think there is a defect in the product check the warranty because you may be covered.” For more information on vinyl siding, visit the Vinyl Siding Institute at www.vinylsiding.org. May 2016 – 31
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7 Smart, Stylish Ideas for Small Kitchens
Less space doesn’t mean less style. Take inspiration from the microkitchen trend and make the most of your kitchen space, no sledgehammer required
CARLEY LINTZ C T W Fea tu res The biggest renovation you can make to your home this spring may just be right under your nose – or, rather, your feet. Although carpet often gets a bad rep for being old fashioned, the right carpet or area rug can be a great modern upgrade. Bigger may be better, but for many Americans today mirco is the way to go. Millions of people – from millennials to baby boomers – are embracing the culture of living with less. This lifestyle of the teeny-tiny is epitomized by the “microkitchen” trend – cooking in small kitchens by choice rather than just because it’s all you can afford. But just because the space is the size of a dorm room doesn’t mean that people are settling for hot plates to whip up a meal. “A lot of the people do not want to sacrifice the technology in kitchen appliances,” says Lou Lenzi, director of industrial design for GE Appliances. “Just because you’re now in an urban setting and a smaller space, that doesn’t mean you want to give up that ability to prepare a great meal and having the latest appliance technology available to you. It’s just packaging it in a smart format.” At GE Appliances, Lenzi is helping to develop and design appliances specifically for use in the cramped quarters of microkitchens. These designs include drawer-based appliances like microwaves, conventional ovens, convertible refrigerator/freezers and dishwashers. While these concepts still are in the prototype phase, there are other ways to make the most of a small kitchen. Consider these seven tips:
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Apartment Therapy’s Maxwell Ryan T I M OT H Y R . S C H U LT E C T W Fe ature s If you care about your home, how it looks and what you put in it, there’s a high likelihood that you’re familiar with Maxwell Ryan. Ryan is the founder of the wildly popular home design and décor site ApartmentTherapy.com and four books under the Apartment Therapy name. The newest book, “Apartment Therapy: Complete + Happy Home” (Potter Style, 2015), explores everything from an old carriage house in Los Angeles to an old power plant in Chicago to a ranch in Texas, while teaching readers how to set up, live in and maintain their homes. Here, Ryan shares more about how to create and maintain a home you’ll love. Q: Your first Apartment Therapy book was an eight-step guide to curing the common problems of living in a small space Do those principles and steps still apply? 36 — Distinctive Properties
A: Yes. My first book was a lot about my clients’ homes as much as my own. And that’s still true. Now I don’t work with clients anymore, this is all based on our experience with readers. While I wrote the [new] book, I really wrote it with Janel Laban, who’s our executive editor, and the editorial team. And … to be honest, the team is younger than I am. Some of the tips and service pieces on style are more on-trend with, say, a more younger demographic than I might have written for myself now. The basic stuff, though, like furniture placement and window arrangements [is] still very true to the first book in a way. Q:When looking at a home, are there different ambitions now? Or does that 8-week plan still apply when you’re trying to refresh a space? A:Well a bunch of stuff has
changed. One of them is that people typically don’t want to take eight weeks to do anything. It’s too long. And the second thing is that the site is reflective of a much broader audience that lives across the country in different types of houses. So this book is really a guide for how to put your home together and maintain it. Sort of, put it together, be inspired and maintain it. And you should be able to dip into the book and use pieces of it at any time. It’s not so driven or directed like a lesson or a school plan, like the first one. It’s meant to be more referred to as a handbook and not followed like a curriculum. Q:What are the most daunting things about moving into a new home or a first home, for someone who is taking the responsibility of a home versus an apartment? A: I think the problems are the
same. The difference is that homes are bigger. Apartment people are fortunate in that they don’t have a lot of choices to make. They’re lucky if they can get one sofa into their living room, let alone two. They’re lucky if they have to buy shades or curtains for four windows, let alone eight or 12. And so what I see with homeowners is that it’s just so much more expensive. And most people have a harder time finishing their home than they would, say, an apartment because there’s so many places to touch. That’s the challenge. Q: Jumping on what you said about homes being more expensive – you say it’s good to stretch a bit, maybe spend that extra 10 or 20 percent more than you anticipated, to get that extra bit of space to grow and work with. Why do you say that’s important? A: When you’re buying a home, it’s a long-term investment, first of
all. However you structure your mortgage, you have to be thinking long-term. And I think it’s very hard to know how big your life is going to get; obviously, it’s going to get bigger if you have children. You don’t want to put yourself into a house that you’re going to grow out of in two years, and you’re like “Oh, man. I have to do this all over again. And it’s going to cost more money to do that.” It’s very hard to estimate what it will feel like once your life has grown. You’re better off just giving yourself extra room to play with, knowing that it will come in handy and that you will probably fill it. And you’ll appreciate it down the line, even if it costs you more in the present. Q:The book’s Good Flow Guide shows readers how to arrange rooms in the best possible way, depending on the room. Is there a kind of general “do no harm” rule for good flow that works for every room? A: There’s usually good flow in a room if it means you can vacuum the whole room and get to the walls without moving your furniture. If the furniture is in such a way that it creates blockages in the room, that you literally can’t clean it – you can’t get the vacuum in very easily – you’ve got a problem. Q: Is there a good timeline for someone to say: I moved into a home, I have “this long” to get everything accomplished? Painting, decorating, etc? A: Yes. It is really good to set the clock ticking once you move in
to get your boxes empty and stuff like that. And I’d say, ballpark, two months to get most of it done is super, super healthy and successful. Q: You say a home without art is not finished, and that a stylish home has plants. Must you have all these elements to really call it a home? A: Those things are finishing touches. I think you could feel very good about yourself if you’ve got a really well put-together, clean, organized home. What I’ve found over the years is that these are the extra touches that add the extra layers, that add that extra bit of sophistication and depth … to your spaces. As we grow older, we have a deeper appreciation for our home, and we want more out of it. We want to see ourselves reflected in it in different ways. Q: What’s a great way for someone to put a personal touch in their homes? A: Personal touches come from anything that is handmade or vintage – even if it’s not your vintage. People who furnish their homes with new furniture generally have a dead space. If you mix in some antique or vintage … that makes a great impact. Artwork, too. Not posters but original artwork of any kind. Whether it’s a painting or a print … that has that touch of human in it will give also to the home the feeling of the human that lives there. It’s the opposite of sterile. Q: What are some easy ways for folks to change things up seasonally in a room? A: One thing I do at home is I move around my living room. I have a winter position and a summer position. The winter position faces the fireplace. It’s much cozier and it’s more brought-in. And the summer position opens out to the room and it’s more open and airy. In addition, I like to change my sheets in the bedroom. In the winter I use warmer sheets. Flannels in darks colors. In the summer I go bright. Sheets are an easy thing to
change for the season. Rearranging your furniture is a great thing. I do have plants. I love to bring them outside in the summer, and they all crowd in in the winter, which changes things a bit. Q: With more people working from home these days, how has the office changed from a place to read or pay bills to a place you’re actually working 8 hours a day? A: A lot of our people work from home … and one thing I’ve noticed is that now everything’s driven by the computer. So, the room is not a sitting and reading room. It’s a workstation room. And oftentimes now that means they’re on video cameras, they’re video chatting throughout the day. That’s how I see them! They have standing desks, so they’re standing like five feet away from the monitor. That’s a big deal now. It’s that workstation that has taken over the home office, and it’s not just a desk and computer. It’s a desk that may go up and down. It’s a screen. It’s a keyboard. It’s a special chair. It’s a camera. It’s headphones for talking on camera or Skype. The office is now a media center for telecommuting and working with other people remotely. It’s not a study. It is not a retreat. In fact, you’d get out of the office if you wanted to read a book because it’s no longer a quiet retreat. It’s a workplace. Q: Maintaining your home – repairs and projects – are there certain points where it’s OK to put it off? When do you have to address it? A: As soon as possible! I consider anything that’s broken or scuffed or in need of repair a serious problem. You want to just get on it right
away. Especially if it’s a small thing. It’s like a cut on your skin. You want to get a Band-Aid on it right away. This is not a decorating issue. Get it done right away because it has a much deeper emotional impact than anything else, and it will weigh you down. Q: You’ve said everyone has a problem room. What’s your problem room? A: I just moved … my whole house is a problem! I’m finished moving in, but now I have that problem, which is I have more space than I’ve had before, so I’ve actually had to buy some furniture to finish it, which I’ve never had to do before. I have a guest room, which I’ve never ever had before, and it’s a problem! I want it to be lovely … but it’s the guest room, and I never get to it ... it feels sort of sad. It also has become a dumping ground for stuff that we’re clearing out. I don’t know if this is a problem for other people, but it’s a problem! Q: You say you’re an apartment therapist. How have the therapy sessions changed over the years? A: Home is not just furniture and paint color. That’s the mistake. The therapy part comes from … helping them to realize that the home is not a square-foot location. It’s a path. It’s a space that our lives are moving through over time, and it changes. It should be changing as we change. A true home is not a static place. So that’s why it is and has always been therapy, and I think that message resonates with people. It’s helpful because if you understand all that, then it can’t be perfect. It has to always be changing and in flux.
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Excellent St. Helena Home
Knoll Top Vineyard Estate
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Return on Improvement CHARLES BOGUE
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pringtime is high season for home improvement projects here in Napa County and across the country. With increased home values and home equity, Americans spent over $325 billion on home remodeling by October of last year according to the National AssoRealtor Charles ciation of Realtors Bogue 2015 Remodeling Impact Report. With their finger on the pulse of what buyers are looking for, “Realtors know that certain home upgrades and remodels can be beneficial to get more buyer eyes on a property, potentially bring in more offers or gain more equity from a home,” according to NAR President Tom Salomone. “Remodeling projects can greatly improve both the value and the satisfaction with one’s home, which are great things no matter the reason for a project,” according to Judy Mozen of the National Association of Remodeling Industry. The 2015 Realtor Impact Report embraced this conclusion by including for the first time the factors of “personal satisfaction” along with increased value and return on investment. Even though 35 percent of homeowners would rather move than remodel, 75 percent had a greater feeling of accomplishment upon completion of their home improvement. The rating used for the first time in the report to measure the increased quality of life and happiness generated from the home improvement has been termed the “Joy Scale.” Your Realtor can provide you with a complete copy of the 49-page NAR 2015 Remodeling Impact Report which includes 12 interior and 12 exterior projects ranked by both the “appeal to buyers” and “likely value added to the home”. At right, a table shows the top 6 interior renovations you can make ranked by
the “likely value added” you will anticipate at the time you place your home on the market. To create a standard, the study assumed a home of 2,450 square feet, of post-1978 construction and a given that the home is in good condition. Clearly the costs in the survey are reflective of national averages and should be adjusted to your local costs for materials and labor. Here in Napa County we have a temperate climate that may favor exterior living improvements such as a pool or landscape that may be less valuable to cooler dwellings on the East Coast. Improving your home for your own personal pleasure can well be worth the expense. The Realtor Survey found that increased “function and livability” was worth the dollar investment and owner commitment. Most homeowners were upgrading worn-out finishes and surfaces and some just felt it was time for a change, according to the survey of over 4,000 respondents. The report Realtor responses were compiled from the 1.1 million agent members of The National Association of Realtors, which represents the interests of its membership and home owners across the country. If your goal is to improve your home for the sale it would be a good idea to obtain the opinion of your local Realtor on which improvements and what changes can be made to provide the maximum dollar return. With a project list in hand and knowing the time and dollar resources you have available, you will be able to build a calendar to complete your projects and present your home in the most positive way and obtain the highest price possible in today’s active market. Charles Bogue, The CB TEAM, is a Real Estate Broker in Napa CA with Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley. For more real estate advice, please contact him at (707-4865511) or cbnapa@napanet.net.
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Project
Estimated Cost Recovery
%
Joy Score
1. Full Kitchen Renovation
$60,000
$40,000
67%
9.8
2. Kitchen Upgrade
$30,000
$20,000
67%
9.4
3. Bathroom Renovation
$26,000
$15,000
58%
9.3
4. Add New Bathroom
$50,000
$26,000
52%
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5. New Master Owner Suite
$112,500
$60,000
53%
9.7
$5,500
$5,000
91%
9.4
6. New Wood Flooring
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NAPA COUNTY’S MOST RECENT HOME SALES * ADDRESS
RECORD DATE
SALE PRICE
BED
BA
SQ.FT. YR BLT
Single Family
American Canyon
ADDRESS
RECORD DATE
SALE PRICE
BED
BA
SQ.FT. YR BLT
1460 SPROUL AVE
2/5
$830,000
3
3
1,845
1969
299 ASHLAR DR
2/5
$899,000
3
3
2,334
1997
2090 W LINCOLN AVE
1/28
$919,000
4
4
3,206
1969
8 ST FRANCIS CT
1/29
$988,000
4
3
2,542
1989
3747 BEARTOOTH LN
1/27
$1,568,000
4
3
3,324
2010
19 LENA DR
1/28
$275,000
4
2
1,416
1967
125 CREEKSIDE CIR
1/28
$275,000
3
2
1,110
1987
349 RIO DEL MAR
1/29
$310,000
3
2
1,100
1955
746 DEERFIELD DR
1/26
$369,000
4
3
1,627
1993
409 KIMBERLY DR
1/29
$414,000
4
2
1,550
1967
18 STONECREEK DR
1/25
$450,000
3
2
1,841
2005
1045 CRINELLA DR
2/3
$750,500
2
2
1,644
1965
1/29
$925,000
3
2
1,925
1998
1/25
$1,210,000
3
2
2,020
199
502 RIO DEL MAR
1/26
$500,000
5
4
2,873
2003
850 SIGNORELLI CIR
88 PEACOCK CIR
1/27
$579,000
4
3
2,845
2002
929 SIGNORELLI CIR
Single Family
Calistoga 1617 FOOTHILL BLVD
2/3
$131,000
3
2
1,559
1975
1433 THIRD ST
2/9
$480,000
2
1
1,369
1929
1519 LAKE ST
2/1
$1,295,000
2
2
1,816
2006
Single Family
Napa 2316 ROBERTO ST
Single Family
St. Helena
Single Family
Yountville 2081 STARKEY AVE
2/10
$845,000
3
2
1,294
Napa 9 BRIDGEGATE WAY
1/25
$355,000
2
3
1,050
$30,000
3
2
1,243
1956
135 KAREN DR
2/10
$141,000
3
2
1,354
1964
1567 PALMER ST
2/10
$325,000
2
1
984
1890
158 S HARTSON ST
1/21
$353,000
3
2
1,786
1941
1521 PARK AVE
2/11
$375,000
2
1
998
1947
198 ARBOREO ST
1/27
$407,500
2
1
725
1952
34 CERCADO CT
1/25
$410,000
3
1
950
1953
1576 PALMER ST
1/25
$415,000
2
2
820
1908
1141 RIMROCK DR
351 MONROE ST
2/5
$425,000
3
2
1,164
1948
758 PUEBLO AVE
1/27
$427,000
3
2
1,086
1983
Calistoga
33 BERNA AVE
1090 MARIPOSA LN
2/5
$452,000
3
2
1,316
1975
Rural Residential
Angwin 366 SKY OAKS DR
1996
Condos
St. Helena
12/30
1940
Condos
1/29
$317,500
2
1
763
1951
Rural Residential
Berryessa 2/25
$235,000
2
3
1,922
1989
Rural Residential
1/21
$430,000
2
1
926
1930
601 SUNNYSIDE RD
1/21
$350,000
2
2
1,991
1930
91 ARCHER AVE
2/5
$435,000
3
2
1,105
1941
750 SANITARIUM RD
1/27
$3,300,000
5
3
3,884
1986
535 BROWN ST
2/5
$440,000
1
1
654
1895
4355 MADEIRA CT
2/9
$443,000
4
3
2,071
1975
2943 SUNRISE DR
1/29
$460,000
2
1
891
1951
3140 BIG RANCH RD
1102 LONDON WAY
2/10
$480,000
3
1
1,121
1956
2310 THIRD AVE
2/8
$485,000
3
2
1,215
1966
146 S SEYMOUR ST
1/29
$495,000
2
0
966
1941
2700 EMERSON ST
1/22
$499,000
3
1
1,015
1956
2688 HARNESS DR
1/22
$178,000
4
2
1,488
1977
2305 BUENO ST
1/21
$540,500
3
2
1,243
1956
1111 BERRYESSA KNOXVILLE RD 2/5
$271,000
2
2
1,344
1983
1623 BRYCE CT
2/9
$549,000
3
2
1,421
1966
214 E FIRST ST
2/2
$549,000
2
1
904
1938
2320 ROBERTO ST
1/28
$560,000
3
2
1,732
1956
2124 CAMENSON ST
1/27
$582,500
3
2
1,425
1994
2474 VINE HILL DR
1/29
$588,000
4
3
1,549
1975
466 ELMSHAVEN RD
1/29
$895,000
2
2015
10,521
185 MOSS LN
1/25
$619,500
3
3
1,819
1997
1400 WASHINGTON ST
1/29
$2,585,000
10
1990
20,257
2274 CULPEPPER ST
2/9
$620,000
3
3
1,792
1996
335 MONTECITO BLVD
2/1
$625,000
2
2
1,076
1952
1438 ROSEWOOD LN
2/3
$650,000
3
3
2,158
1953
617 WILSON ST
1/29
$500,000
2
2909 VICTORIA CT
1/26
$660,000
3
3
2,928
1985
1327 SEMINARY ST
1/22
$600,000
2
1910
6,418
15 CAMILLA DR
1/22
$720,000
3
2
1,258
1955
2588 REDWOOD RD
1/25
$995,000
2
1984
58,695
40 ST FRANCIS CIR
1/21
$790,000
5
3
2,854
1989
2501 W IMOLA AVE
9/4
$6,150,000
32
1990
56,192
1904 WISE DR
Napa 2/5
$1,100,000
3
2
1,647
1951
9/30
$2,150,000
4
3
2,991
1920
Pope, Chiles, Wooden Valleys ADDRESS
RECORD DATE
Napa
SALE PRICE
Rural Residential
UNITS
YEAR BUILT
LOT SIZE
Residential multi Family
Calistoga
*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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eNcHaNtiNg FarMHOuSe Enchanting 1905 Farmhouse Style Main house with dramatic features throughout complete with covered front porch. Over one country acre, completely private yet close to town and the Napa Valley Country Club. Delightful views of Golf course, immaculate landscaping complete with lighting and music. Main House with 2 master suites (one on each level), sensational great room floor plan, high ceilings, gourmet chef’s kitchen with quality appliances and granite. Barn style guest house above garages, single level office/pool house, pebble tech pool. A rare and special find in the heart of Napa Valley. Stunning and versatile in every way! • Pool, Bocce Ball and pizza oven • Family compound with Main house, guest house, Studio • Gated Entry and Pool House • 300 Cabernet Sauvignon Vines, 45 Olive Trees, Rose • Hardwood flooring (White Oak, Australian Cypress and gardens White Maple) • Four car Garages • Composition shingle and galvanized Metal Roofing Offered at $4,500,000
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York house downtown for sale Office property listed at $2.9 million JENNIFER HUFFMAN j h u ff man @n ap an ews.c om Like a grand old dame overseeing her domain, Napa’s York House presides over the corner of one of Napa’s busiest intersections, First and Jefferson streets. Built in 1892, the three-story, Queen Anne-style mansion has seen its share of owners and tenants. That list is about to get a little bit longer. Napa attorney Vincent Spohn and his partners have put the historic home, now used for offices, for sale for $2.9 million. “It’s a trophy property,” said listing agent James Keller. The news of the sale “is creating a huge buzz,” he said. “Everyone is asking me about it.” Keller has already showed the 7,360-square-foot house to several groups. “Someone will really want to say it’s theirs and put their office in there,” he predicted. The house has been modernized but remains filled with original features such as paneled pocket doors, hardwood floors, decorative wainscoting, crown molding, stainedglass windows, a dramatic wooden staircase, built-in cabinets and period hardware and lighting. Tenants said they appreciate the history and character of the older home. “I love it,” said Danielle Bortolussi of Vincent Spohn’s law office. “There’s something about the charm that reconnects you to the valley.” “It’s a beautiful office,” said attorney Bruce Ahnfeldt, another tenant. He said it’s easy to explain his location to visitors and many “remark how lovely it is.” From a corner in Ahnfeldt’s office, a doorway leads to a narrow staircase to an expansive attic. Now mostly used for storage, the attic offers a bird’s-eye view of the street below. Old advertisements, posters and photographs from as far back as 1898, water-stained and covered with years of dust, are still pinned to many of the rough-hewn walls. The attic ceilings are high enough 44 — Distinctive Properties
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The historic York House, located at First and Jefferson streets, has been listed for sale for $2.9 million.
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A stair finial on the ground floor of the York House which was recently listed for sale.
that the space could be converted to an office, said Keller. Gail Orme has worked for a law office in the York House for 10 years. “It’s neat because you get to learn a little bit about old Napa,” said Orme. “I would have liked to see it in its original state. I’d think it’d be a grand house.” She’s been in the attic and seen the old posters and ads. “I’m glad
nobody took them down,” she said. Bortolussi said visitors sometimes wonder if any ghosts might also be in residence at the 124-year old home. “I have not personally experienced” such apparitions, she said. “I can’t say one way or the other.” In a 2015 interview, Spohn said that he and partners bought the York house in 1985 for $263,000. “I had to scrimp and save,” he said at the time. “We put everything we had together to buy it.” Over the years, a new roof was added, plumbing and wiring were replaced, along with other significant improvements. However, “We were very careful not to remove anything that was original to the house,” Spohn said. Besides the house itself, four large palm trees that date from the home’s construction remain. The home is in the process of being added to the National Register of Historic Places. It’s a good time to sell, said Spohn on Friday. “My career objectives are evolving in the real estate market is strong.” “I have enjoyed working in this building during my 35 years of being a trial attorney in Napa, but I am now interested in narrowing my focus on specific lawsuits,
private mediation and other forms of conflict resolution. Hopefully the York House will forever be wonderful piece of public art for everyone to enjoy.” Well-known Napa architect Luther Turton constructed the Queen Anne-style home in 1892. It was built for Joseph Noyes, director of Napa’s first bank and brother of Frank Noyes, who owned the Noyes Mansion across the street at the northeast corner of First and Jefferson. Before that, the property was close to a vineyard owned by John Patchett, who is credited with building the Napa Valley’s first commercial winery further west on the banks of Napa Creek in 1850. In 1920, attorney John T. York bought the house, and the York family lived there for many years. In 1985, Spohn and partners purchased the house for professional office space. The property includes a small outdoor garden area and garage/ workshop built around 1924, located adjacent to the house and on the north side of the property. The history of the site and the home are described on a sign that faces traffic on Jefferson Street.
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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!!
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!
Ridge-top spectacular 180 degree unobstructed Napa Valley views. 6.9 acre approved new vineyard Erosion Control Plan in the Carneros Appellation. Options: Remodel the existing main residence, or, build new view home with spectacular view plus additional 2 bed 2 bath guest house. Mature oaks/and beautiful old stone, approx. 30’ high dam, well and City water.
Vineyard Estate Compound adjacent to Napa Valley Country Club with panoramic full Valley views and a 15 acre high end hillside Cabernet vineyard, 5,500 sq. ft. home plus guest house, caretaker unit; pool with cabana, bocce ball court & incredible grounds. Fabulous opportunity to build an alternative new full Valley view home. Fabulous opportunity to build both an alternative “new” full Valley view home and small winery, subject to County approval.
Asking $579,500
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Price Reduced to $2,249,900
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Asking $1,695,000
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Asking $13,500,000
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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
East Side Country Delightful home offering ample space for a variety of lifestyle needs. Bay window in living room with views of vineyards and hills beyond. Open and spacious living areas plus an inviting outdoor entertainment are for summer enjoyment complete with pool and garden space. Master bedroom with French doors opening to decking and pool. Additional office/workshop space with potential conversion to guest unit or in-law unit. Let the stresses of the day fall Offered at $849,000 away and breathe in the country air.
Wine Country Living Enjoy the wonders of the Wine Country in this beautiful home tucked away on a 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 with crown molding. Master bath has double vanities and both stall shower and tub. Tons of storage throughout. Easy maintenance backyard patio perfect for entertaining. This is Offered at $839,000 a home designed to make life easy.
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Step Up to a Better Life! Give up your gym membership and enjoy burning those calories and firming up with exercising at home with your own stairs....Not a stair stepper machine, but just real stairs...Imagine! A great work out, wonderful cardio and then there is the fantastic wine cellar! You know how good Red wine is for your heart? Yes! This home could be your own personal Health Spa!! The backyard is the perfect place to de-stress and unwind with a waterfall and pond, outdoor kitchen, garden and gentleman’s vineyard. You could live longer and enjoy better health living in this beautiful home!
Offered at $1,095,000
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
Offered at $3,750,000
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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.
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.
Offered at $9,750,000
Offered at $729,500
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Turn of the century (circa 1910) charming Craftsman on a .29 acre parcel with a 2BR front cottage. Awaiting your personal improvements to transform this historical property into a beautiful family compound or a desirable income property. Large rear yard adds to the unlimited potential of this unique property.
This timeless 1942 2BR/1BA home is awaiting your personal improvements to create a charming bungalow in the wine country! Large lot with deep rear yard provides a unique opportunity to develop a pastoral outdoor entertaining area.
Offered at $599,000
Offered at $419,500
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