Botanical Wine Country Compound

12800 Sonoma Hwy, Glen Ellen 95442

SOLD! Asking Price $5,000,000

Just aside, the town of Glen Ellen is the hidden entry to this 6.42± acre idyllic garden compound offering versatility and seemingly endless potential. A gated, dogwood and oak-lined drive leads into the grounds and immediately you feel a sense of place and home. Spurred by their love of plants and the land, the owners have over years created an enclave with incredible trees and decorative, cutting and produce gardens with arbored paths and secret retreats amidst flowers, vegetables, fruits, vines and olives.

There are two private and light-filled renovated residences, one a 3-bedroom and one a 2 or 3-bedroom; there is possibility for a third dwelling or guest house. The homes boast open plans with vaulted, open beam ceilings, multiple picture windows and glass doors providing lovely outlooks and accesses to the grounds. The valley floor site offers views of Sonoma Mountain and breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.

Indoor/outdoor entertaining areas include a large, heated pool surrounded by lawn and magnificent gardens, an outdoor kitchen with stone sink, grill and pizza oven beside the vegetable and herb garden and a trellised dining pergola.

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Paths lead to a lovely entertaining barn amidst Cabernet and Merlot vines. This barn features an insulated interior with a striking Tony Duquette chandelier, half bath, and a concrete floor. Outdoor spaces include a dance patio and an arched, vine-covered path next to the grove of 700 olive trees. The harvest can be sold or processed in one of the specialty barns equipped with hot and cold water, tile and stainless steel counters and Italian outlets for specialty equipment. State-of-the-art infrastructure includes two strong wells, ample storage and treatment, underground power, a generator and solar.

Level parcel includes a creek, pristine meadow, and majestic, native oaks. Set back from Scenic Route 12, the property is located across from Sonoma Botanical Gardens, nearby wineries and gourmet grocery, fine dining including Michelin 2021 Glen Ellen Star restaurant, Les Pacales authentic French Patisserie and down-home Jack London Saloon. Zoning allows for sale of the property’s agricultural products and the entertaining barn was thoughtfully sited should one wish to utilize it for a cottage business. Other structures include a carport, tractor barn with shop and storage, office, greenhouse and potting shed. This special property offers room for family and friends, privacy and renowned Sonoma County views.