NAPA VALLEY'S HIDDEN GEM

SERENITY FOUND

GLENDALE RANCH

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— LEGACY UNFOLDING —

Glendale Ranch is incomparably rare. The last great estate of it’s size, a private valley unto it’s own spanning 2,000 acres of rolling oak woodlands, ancient forests, and cascading waterways.

This isn’t just land; it’s a sanctuary where stillness speaks and purpose unfolds. As you step onto these grounds, the outside world drops away, leaving you connected to something greater.

In the Beginning

Setting out across this open and unencumbered frontier, exploration reveals a storied history of generational pride and presence. The land tells the tale of cherished and enduring legacies handed down through millennia from the times of the Onasatis people to modern day stewards of this enchanted landscape which have included Napa’s legendary pioneering families including the Younts, Rutherfords, and Hall & Tubbs. Glendale has always picked her Stewards, forging strong minds and strong hearts into a relationship that cascades far beyond the bounds of the ranch itself.

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— HEART OF NAPA VALLEY —

LOCATION

In the heart of Napa, only 3 miles away from Main Street St. Helena, lies a hidden valley awaiting discovery. Behind the ranch gate lies 2,000 acres of untamed wilderness, manicured vineyards, and pristine waterways untouched by time. This private sanctuary, larger than neighboring wine country towns of Yountville and Calistoga, yet minutes from St. Helena’s starred restaurants, has been held by one family for generations.
Fly in for the weekend to either Angwin Airport (2O3 – 10 miles) or Napa Valley Airport (KAPC – 28 miles) to share this grand-scale sanctuary with chosen guests, develop world-class wines, or simply savor the solitude. You will find the pinnacle of excellence among neighboring properties such as Meadowood Resort and The Napa Valley Reserve and Joseph Phelps.
In the midst of your sprawling sanctuary, you can host an intimate wine tasting at home one evening, then disappear into your own private wilderness for days, encountering no one but the valley’s native inhabitants. With 40 acres of established vineyards, control of the valley’s precious water resources, and almost 800 plantable acres, Glendale Ranch offers what has become impossible to find in Napa: the power to shape a lasting legacy while preserving absolute privacy.

— STRUCTURES —

Architectural
Canvas

THE WHITE HOUSE

The White House is a resplendent old beauty that has been home to the stewards of Glendale Ranch and the hub for all celebrations and gatherings since the 1880s. Her imposing seat atop a grassy knoll is balanced by her recumbent warmth with a sprawling wrap round porch and outdoor living spaces. Inside, soaring ceilings and towering windows allow the home to be soaked in sunlight and bring the beauty of the outdoors in. It possesses both a timeless grandeur and the familiarity and comfort of an old friend. The White House is a true gem at the center of Glendale.

Grove House

Nestled in it’s own private valley at Glendale Ranch, Grove House is a cozy single story craftsmen era home remodeled for more contemporary living. With grand outdoor living spaces which overlook an open meadow, it’s own pond and small horse corral, this home is a perfect private escape. Steps away from the house is a beautiful workshop which the current steward uses for woodworking as well as a lovely chicken coop, a chicken’s haven where eggs are gathered daily.

Vineyard View

Vineyard View House is a darling 2 bed 2 bath home that arrived by railcar in the 1940s. It is set at the foot of the vineyards looking out towards the rolling hills and expansive ridge lines that define Glendale Ranch. Vineyard View would make a wonderful guest home and could be moved to another location to open this site up for a stunning new principal residence.

Creekside

Winding through the open meadows and oak woodlands, the drive into Glendale Ranch passes first by the Creekside House. As it stands watch over the busy-ness of life coming at going at Glendale, its towering oak trees, bountiful ranch garden, and playful stream at it’s back make it a welcoming refuge. Creekside has long captured the hearts of the various caretakers who have found caring for Glendale to be an important element of their life’s purpose as they have found that she has cared for them equally in return. Creekside is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath house and is ideally located for a caretaker or ranch manager. It is also a perfect site for a future ranch hub for the steward looking to make Glendale a family / friends compound.

Barns & Outbuildings

A person can read the history of Glendale through it’s barns and outbuildings alone, from the old blacksmith’s shop to the tack room and the hay barn to the old winery building. Glendale’s history has always been brimming with activity while also standing as a touchstone of self sufficiency.

Camping & Glamping

Living in Nature. There are few places in this busy world where one can go from dining at a Michelin rated restaurant to sleeping under the stars in only 15 minutes. Grab your caviar and a bottle of Napa’s finest method champenoise, drive 10 minutes back home, throw it in your saddle bag and be off for a weekend pack trip, camping, hunting or perhaps just lounging at camp in the far reaches of your own parkland.

— VINEYARDS & WINE MAKING —

Vineyards

Terroir

Explore the vineyards and terroir that yield some of Napa Valley’s finest wines. Uncover the artistry of Glendale’s viticultural practices – past, present and future.

Glendale Ranch is planted to 40 acres producing an average yield of 2.3 tons per acre. The vineyard includes over 20 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon, 4 acres of Malbec, with additional plots of Petit Verdot, Petit Syrah, and Merlot. There is an immediate fallow field of 25 acres that can be planted and over 791 acres total that are under 30% slope. The soils on the property are quite diverse depending on what type of wine you’d like to make in the future.

— LAKES, PONDS, WELLS, CREEKS —

Water IS LIFE

Glendale Ranch is a veritable wellspring. The abundance of reliable water sources and secured water rights is decidedly rare and invaluable. A signature of the ecological richness of the ranch is its active creeks, an expansive 7-acre lake, two ponds and three wells which serve as vital resources for both resident and migratory wildlife and their human counterparts who have relied on it’s richness for over 10,000 years.

— ECOLOGICAL DIVERSITY —

Nature's
Abundance

In ancient times the land that is Glendale was known to be a place of nurturing abundance providing safety and solace from the world beyond. It is still true today. The diverse habitats ranging from rolling oak woodlands to ancient douglas fir forests, wetlands and waterways to serpentine soils are home to an astounding number of plant and animal species. It is arguably one of the most diverse ecosystems left in the Napa Valley.

The area’s shy but playful bobcats can be seen bounding through the grasslands, momma bears and their cubs fishing in the lake and otters gliding along the streams. Bald eagles, red tail hawks, osprey, owls, egrets and grey herons soar above and keep watch over the land and it’s water ways. Plant life ranges from the jurassic era horsetails to the California elderberry and everything in between. The Legacy of Abundance is inherent in this land as it is in the stewards who have called it home – now this Legacy is yours to nurture, to tend and to bring into tomorrow.

— EXPERIENCE THE LEGACY —

History

Napa Valley is one of the longest continually inhabited places in California with evidence dating back to over 10,000 years. It is a landscape crafted by nature and it’s people working together in unison. Initially the home of the Onasatis people, the modern history of Glendale Ranch dates back to the early 1800s, rooted in the pioneering spirit of George Yount, namesake of Yountville. Over the decades, this expansive sanctuary has evolved under the stewardship of visionary families and individuals. From the establishment of extensive vineyards and historic structures to the development of a vibrant agricultural hub and a private family retreat, Glendale Ranch has continually transformed while preserving its heritage.

Envision the Possibilities

Glendale Ranch is an exquisite collection of 17 contiguous parcels, the largest undeveloped expanse in Napa County. Its legacy is vast and beloved, shaped by centuries of visionary custodians who were intimately connected to the land and held a profound respect for both preserving its traditions while ensuring its future vibrancy. Who will be the next architect of this heritage?

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