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Situated amidst walnut orchards and along the scenic Sacramento River, one hour north of Sacramento, discover the multi-faceted 238.79-acre, Grand Island Ranch in Colusa County. As you make your way through the brick columns topped with pineapple finials, an ode to the ranch's hospitality and welcoming spirit, you are greeted by the grand entrance of the main home with a well-landscaped paved plaza. The main home is situated on a quiet two-acre corner of the property, providing a tranquil escape from the working ranch headquarters, which are located across a separate parcel. Living is easy at Grand Island Ranch. The main home boasts six bedrooms, four bathrooms across 4,628 square feet, offering ample space for family living and entertaining. Just a stone's throw away, is the pool and chic pool house. An entertainer's delight. Grand Island Ranch's agrarian roots run deep. With fertile Class II and III soils, solar-powered 100 Hp irrigation well, and riparian rights to the Sacramento River, the property supports 180 acres of planted walnuts. Additionally, there are 10 acres of suitable land that could be cultivated for a crop other than walnuts. Beyond the agricultural value, this property offers a great recreational lifestyle. Over a mile of Sacramento River frontage is perfect for fishing, boating, and other water activities. The surrounding countryside also provides excellent hunting opportunities for wild turkeys, deer, dove, and pheasants. At the working ranch headquarters along the Sacramento River, there is a comfortable 2,461 square foot guest home with a pool, detached four-car garage, a 1,090 square foot three bedroom home used for storage, and a 900 square foot two bedroom home used as an office. There are two large and functional workshops with large roll-up doors, cement floors, shelving, electricity provided by solar panels on the roof, and a lift. Two historical barns remind one of the rich agricultural traditions of Colusa County. Located in a prime location with easy access to nearby towns, parks, and wineries, this property offers the best of both worlds: a productive agricultural operation and a peaceful rural retreat. If you're seeking a unique opportunity to own a thriving walnut orchard and enjoy the beauty of the Sacramento River, Grand Island Ranch is an ideal choice.   Now offered as an entire property or in two distinct parcels to fit your needs: Grand Island Estate:$1,500,000 | 2.12 ± AcresA private retreat featuring the stunning 4,628 sq. ft. main home, pool, chic pool house, and two peaceful, landscaped acres. This is ideal for those seeking a luxurious rural residence away from the agricultural Island Orchard & Headquarters:$3,850,000 | 236.67 ± AcresComprising the productive walnut orchards, Sacramento River frontage, multiple residences, ranch headquarters, and extensive agricultural infrastructure. This parcel is perfect for those looking to own a thriving agricultural operation with additional recreational potential.

Welcome to the Brush Creek Ranch. Steeped in history, the ranch harkens back to a time when glass doorknobs, iceboxes and clawfoot tubs were the modern touches of the time and there were no strangers to hard work and determination. With approximately .4+- miles of Brush Creek frontage and sprawling across more than 120+- acres of lush pasture and rolling coastal plateaus, the property offers a natural experience like no other. The quaint 1 bedroom, 1 bath Ranch Cottage Home offers the opportunity to reside while you build your dream home on the grassy knobs overlooking Manchester and the Point Arena Light House. Brush Creek Ranch was settled in the 1840's and served as the site for a one-room school house built for the owners daughter and local children. As progress marched forward, much of the ranch was converted from timber production to grazing and grain production in the 1800's. In the 1900's it was the home of a Grade B Dairy and timberlands. The 2000's gave way to its use as a horse farm and private wildlife preserve. The home orchard contains several apple trees brought to the area by Luther Burbank and hosts a rare specimen of red peach. While time has marched on, nothing has been forgotten. This is truly a historical property like no other.

Nestled between Lincoln and Auburn off Highway 193, this once-in-a-lifetime 28.5-acre property lies in the storied Gold Hill area of Newcastle. Minutes to I-80, Galleria, Bass Pro, prime dining & shopping, top schools, and premier medical care. East of local golf courses and the Bickford Ranch development, it offers the perfect blend of privacy, prestige, and proximity. At the end of a hidden valley overlooking a carpet of trees onto the Central Valley, the land unfolds like a natural amphitheater. A softly-rounded, sombrero-shaped hilltop forms the ideal unobstructed building seat - nearly level, not steep - framed by treetops just below in the immediate distance yet open to breathtaking 180-360 ° views of rolling countryside, and spectacular sunsets! Surrounding the hill, gentle lower meadows and flats invite vineyards, pastures, orchards, or equestrian use, with excellent access throughout. The NID canal defines part of the boundary, providing potential irrigation and a serene level walking trail leading toward the Auburn Ravine waterfall. Zoned RA, the land is splittable (buyer to verify), presenting rare flexibility for a luxury country estate, family compound, ranch/farm, vineyard, or thoughtful development of future homesites. The true Gold Hill of the area.

Embrace California's western heritage on the historic Albright Ranch, a 110-acre working cattle ranch located in Somerset, El Dorado County. This property features a 1940's vintage ranch house, large barn, workshop, greenhouse, guest house, pear orchard, multiple water wells, 2-acre bass pond, and is fully fenced and crossfenced. The gently rolling terrain has mature oaks, pines, and open grasslands suitable for a wide variety of wildlife.The Albright Ranch is a 110-acre cattle ranch located in Somerset, California. Once a portion of the historic Meyer Ranch nearby, the ranch is situated between the North and Middle Forks of the Consumnes River. The ranch is a short 20 minute drive to Placerville to the north and Jackson to the South. Sitting at an elevation of approximately 2,400 feet, the gently rolling hills of the ranch provide mature native oaks, conifers, and open grasslands suitable for a wide variety of livestock and wildlife. Water is abundant on the ranch with multiple natural springs, a year-round pond, and several productive water wells. Located in the Fairplay AVA wine growing region and surrounded by neighboring vineyards, the ranch's favorable soils may have the potential for planting a vineyard, expanded fruit orchard, or other crops. The Ranch is under an active Williamson Act conservation contract. The Albright Ranch features a 1940's vintage ranch house with 2,439 sq ft, 4-plus bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a large outdoor deck. The detached 1,300 sq ft garage and workshop provides plenty of room for tools, equipment, and toys. Within the ranch house complex, a large 1,800 sq ft barn includes a tackroom, hay storage, office, and blacksmith shop. Attached to the barn is 6 enclosed and covered horse stalls. A corral provides an area to contain and sort livestock, and includes a squeeze chute. Nearby is a 450 sq ft greenhouse to exercise your green thumb. The Ranch also includes a 1,800 sq foot manufactured home suitable for a rental, guest house, or onsite housing for a hired hand. There are multiple water wells that provide domestic water to the ranch and to the livestock. The 1-acre orchard is planted in mature Asian Pears. The natural springs on the ranch feed an approximate 2-acre year-round bass pond behind an earthen dam. Several other smaller seasonal ponds with dams are located throughout the property. The Ranch is fully fenced along the perimeter and crossfenced creating multiple pastures. The interior of the Ranch is accessible via a network of roads and trails that brings visitors through open grasslands, oak woodlands, and mixed conifer forest. Perfect for between-the-ears trail rides on horseback or on ATVs. For the hunter, the varied terrain and vegetation offers excellent habitat for for wildlife including wild turkey and blacktail deer. The 2-acre spring-fed pond is the perfect opportunity to get a line wet and reel in a bass. Within just a short drive, the lands of the El Dorado National Forest, with thousands of acres to explore, hundreds of miles of trails, cold mountain streams, and high-country alpine lakes, is a outdoorsman's paradise. The Albright Ranch is primarily used currently for cattle grazing on its open grasslands and woodlands. Situated in the Fairplay AVA, the upper portion of the ranch along Grizzly Flat Road was once planted in wine grapes and currently features a small 1-acre Asian Pear orchard and several large walnut trees near the ranch house. With it rich soils and plentiful water, the Ranch can support a variety of agricultural uses and is subject to an active Williamson Act conservation contract. Somerset, California, is located in the Sierra Foothills and experiences a climate defined by its elevation, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. This seasonal variety supports a range of outdoor activities, from hiking and water sports to wine tasting and camping. Outdoor activities: Hiking and trails The Sly Park Recreation Area is a key destination near Somerset, offering an 8.5-mile loop trail around Jenkinson Lake suitable for hiking, walking, and mountain biking. The area also features a popular waterfall. The Eldorado National Forest borders the area and provides numerous trails for more extensive hiking. For an easy, scenic hike, an unnamed trail leads to a waterfall on Mormon Emigrant Trail and offers swimming opportunities in the cold water during warm weather. Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park, slightly further afield, offers trails with views of the American RiverWater recreation Jenkinson Lake, within Sly Park Recreation Area, is a hub for water activities. Visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating, with boat rentals available. The South Fork American River offers opportunities for whitewater rafting, particularly during the late spring and summer months. Camping The region has several campgrounds, including locations near Jenkinson Lake at Sly Park Recreation Area and KOA sites that cater to both tent campers and RVs. Wine tasting and vineyard tours As part of the Fair Play American Viticultural Area (AVA), Somerset is surrounded by vineyards that offer outdoor tasting experiences. Wineries often have scenic grounds and patios where guests can relax and enjoy the scenery. Saluti Cellars offers unique EquWine Experiences, combining horseback riding through the vineyards with wine tasting. Climate and seasonal features Summer: The summer months are warm and dry, with average high temperatures reaching into the low 90s °F (around 33 °C) in July. The higher elevation means evenings are much cooler, which is beneficial for both camping and grape growing. Autumn: The weather in the fall is mild, and the changing foliage creates a scenic landscape for outdoor activities. Wine harvest festivals are a popular attraction during this time. Winter: Winters are cool and wet, with December being one of the coldest and wettest months. Rain and cooler temperatures mean fewer crowds and a peaceful atmosphere. Spring: Spring brings mild temperatures and vibrant wildflowers, creating ideal conditions for hiking and exploring. The town of Somerset, California, was founded in the mid-19th century during the Gold Rush as a trading post. In the modern era, it has become known as a peaceful wine-growing region in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Early history and Gold Rush era Establishment: Somerset was settled in 1856 by former residents of Somerset, Ohio, who named the new community after their hometown. Trading post: In its early years, Somerset served as a small but important trading stop for miners and others traveling to nearby mining towns like Grizzly Flat, Fair Play, and Indian Diggings. The Somerset Hotel: Around 1864, the Somerset Hotel was a prominent local landmark and featured in an important story in El Dorado County's history. It was a site connected to the infamous Bullion Bend stagecoach robbery, which took place nearby. Pony Express trail: Some historical accounts suggest the area was traversed by the Pony Express. The nearby community of Meyers was a registered Pony Express station. The Albright Ranch is located in Somerset, El Dorado County, California. It sits just 20 minutes south of Placerville and 40 minutes north of Jackson off of Grizzly Flat Road. Sacramento and the Sacramento International Airport are approximately 1 hour away to the west. Lake Tahoe is a 1 hour 20 minute drive to the east.

This 212-acre ranch sits within the historic agricultural and ranching landscape of northern Mendocino County. Once supporting cattle and grazing, row crops and a timber operation. The land enjoys a year-round stream and sweeping views from the rolling open meadows and ridgetops highlands. Heritage Ranch presents a rare opportunity to own more than 200 acres of Williamson Act agricultural land with exceptional potential. Comprised of two parcels, the property offers flexibility, access, and valuable infrastructure. The first parcel spans approximately 126.5 flat, usable acres zoned AG40 and may be subdividable into three 40-acre parcels. With abundant water and convenient access just off Highway 101, it is well positioned for a range of agricultural or development possibilities. The second parcel includes approximately 90 acres featuring a 1,800 sqft farmhouse, campsite, income-producing property, two wells, a large barn, tractor, seeder, and fencing. This is a unique chance to invest in land, lifestyle, and the future of a truly versatile ranch property.

Escape to your own private 850-acre sanctuary where wide-open spaces, abundant wildlife, and turnkey improvements create the ultimate ranch and recreational retreat. This diverse property offers a rare combination of natural beauty, functionality, and is plentiful with six wells, seasonal creeks, multiple ponds, and natural springs thoughtfully dispersed across the landscape, supporting both wildlife and livestock. Neighboring cattle currently graze the property, presenting an agricultural-use opportunity while maintaining the ranch's open ranch is well-equipped for extended stays or weekend escapes. A charming two-room stone cabin provides rustic comfort with bunk accommodations and a functional kitchen - perfect for hosting family and guests for quiet country getaways. Situated next to the creek, there is a stone patio, with build-in BBQ and a trellised seating area for outdoor dining. A spacious wooden barn features living quarters and wide overhang sides, offering equipment storage, shelter for livestock, and additional covered for independence, the property includes solar panels, batteries and a generator, ensuring reliable off-grid capability.  Many miles of internal ranch roads wind throughout the acreage, providing easy access to water sources, and scenic vantage the outdoor enthusiast, this ranch is an excellent nature preserve.  Whether you're seeking a working ranch, recreational investment, or legacy family property, this 850-acre offering delivers space, resources, and opportunity in one remarkable package.

Discover an extraordinary opportunity to own approximately 632+/- acres of pristine land, comprised of 10 separate parcels, featuring a spectacular 38-acre lake- one of the largest private lakes in California. Located just outside the breathtaking Yosemite National Park, this property is perfectly suited for developers, resort creators, campground operators, wine enthusiasts, ranchers, or anyone seeking a rare investment. Gold panning, prospecting, and mining, along with deer and upland game hunting, are all possible. Imagine fishing, jet skiing, wakeboarding, and water skiing on your own private lake! Just minutes from the world-renowned Yosemite National Park, this land offers easy access to outdoor adventures, natural beauty, and tourism hotspots. Its unique blend of open acreage, water features, and existing infrastructure makes it an unparalleled choice for investment or personal use.  Your Next Venture Awaits. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a truly remarkable property in an iconic California HIGHLIGHTS:Expansive Acreage: approximately 632+/- acres divided into 10 parcels, offering plenty of room for development or recreational Private Lake: 38-acre lake fed by a natural underground spring, with a seasonal river flowing through it in winter and , wakeboarding, jet skiing, and water skiing on your own private Ready: Equipped with water, sewer, and Access: Two roads lead into the property; one is improved, while the other awaits your finishing Gold Mines: Multiple gold mines located and Mineral Rights: Full rights included, supporting a variety of uses and future Fenced: The entire property is securely fenced for privacy and peace of Potential: Ideal for building a luxury resort, private campground, cabins, vineyard, ranch, or mining operations.