MLS Listing No. 168647
8283 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel, CA 93451
Approximately 52 acres with about 40 acres of vineyard
$3,949,500
Approx. 52 acres – 40+/- acre vineyard – 6800 +/- sq.-ft. residence – 5000-sq.-ft. shop
APN: 027-071-028
ZONED: Agricultural
COMMUNITY: Rural El Pomar-Estrella
This magnificent home is unique in nearly every way imaginable. The property is an incredible example of detail and quality only found in a custom designed, engineered and constructed home by and for the Seller. The painstaking planning and critical execution of each and every detail is evident throughout the home, the shop, the vineyard and the amazing grounds. Only several personal tours would serve to reveal all of the details a buyer would appreciate, therefore the following is only a critique of the property.
The architectural design and quality of the home reflects the owners passion for views, entertaining, and a home which is comfortable to live in all year. From the custom designed entrance gates and inviting paver style drive surrounding a white fenced pasture, defined by meticulously maintained landscaping your are immediately aware that this is indeed a very special home.
Featuring 5 bedrooms, (the master plus four guest rooms, two with on-suite bathrooms,) a total of five bathrooms, formal “tower foyer” which was custom designed and engineered and includes a sweeping circular open staircase leading to the second floor with a mezzanine feel incorporating an open library room with custom designed metal railing overlooking the living space below. There is extensive use of stone, brick, Herringbone pattern Oak flooring, custom designed and crafted iron railings and crown molding. The Pozzi double paned casement windows, French Doors, custom designed and made cabinets along with the artful integration of recessed ceilings, 20 foot high ceilings and raised contoured shelving combine to create an extraordinary spacious home with a rich warm feel.
The heart of the home is the amazing open kitchen with all custom designed and built cabinets, along with the custom designed and built in family dining table. The kitchen includes a built in desk work area as well as an enormous walk in pantry, with two freezers, one built in refrigerator, sink, and endless shelving and storage. From the kitchen/dining area you view the sunken family room with towering brick fireplace, built in bar with sink and refrigerator, and the built in entertainment center. On the other side you will find the sunken formal dining room and living room with gorgeous fireplace including oak and marble surround. The views from every window are simply stunning.
The Master Suite: Located on the ground floor via hand made double doors, you enter an exquisite room with raised bed, beautiful gas log fire place with oak and marble surround and a must see magnificent master bath with granite Jacuzzi tub, a most unusual circular walk in rain shower as well as his and her vanities and extensive custom oak cabinetry. The walk in closet extends around to the custom designed sewing room with complete laundry facilities. There is a second closet designed specifically to hold winter coats, jackets, and boots as well as a large built-in safe.
THE SHOP:
Approximately 5200 Sq. Ft., and custom designed and built to accommodate the Sellers specific needs (see attached floor plan). The shop contains the 36’x40’ main bay with 16’x14’ Overhead door, shop bath, and stairs to the storage area above. To the west of the main bay is an approx. 20‘ x 40’ work room with exterior man door and small room for some of the properties irrigation. To the east of the main bay is a 24’x 40’ bay with 16’x14 OHD. To the West of that is a 20’x40’ room which is partially finished as an apartment with a separate heat and A/C system. The rooms are framed, all electrical and plumbing is in the bath is finished with sink, toilet and tub shower and there is a separate exterior door. To the north of the main bay is the 20 ‘ x 31’ wood shop with 8’x8’ OHD to the exterior and another 8’x8’ OHD to the 17’x20’ tractor and equipment storage bay. There is also another covered storage bay on the westerly side of the wood shop. The shop is air conditioned, has three phase power, the air compressor feeds air lines stubbed out throughout the shop plus there is a central industrial shop vac which is plumbed throughout the shop. There is also a dump station for a motor home, and 50 amp hookup.
To the west of the shop is a separate building for chemical storage as well as an irrigation control room. Behind this building is a fully fenced, irrigated concrete raised bed vegetable garden area w/ French drains under beds. There is also a small family orchard.
THE PUMP HOUSE:
Approximately 26’x24’ building on a concrete foundation. Both the Ag. and Domestic wells are located in this area. The Pump House includes a storage area, plus a 8‘x7’ OHD for storage of their 24’ boat. The 10,000 gallon (Commercial Grade) in ground water storage tank is located on the knoll between the residence and the shop and is covered with a beautiful gazebo.
THE VINEYARD:
Approximately 40 acres of Merlot. The south side was planted in 1994 (5BB root stock, and the north side was planted in 1995 with 1103 Paulson Root Stock.
There are approximately 726 vines on 10 x 6 wire vertical with lift wire, and one metal steak per vine.
The seller advises average annual production has been 200 +/- tons of fruit (average of approximately 5 tons per acre).
The seller is negotiating a five year contract (thru the 2014 harvest) with constellation at a rate of $875.00 per ton. This vineyard has been under a continuous contract since production began. Constellation may consider extending the current contract to a new owner, subject to their acceptance of the buyer and management of the vineyard.