luxury property for sale Albion, United States

Step back in time to discover this meticulously restored Victorian home, originally built in 1862 by Master Ship Builder Thomas Petersen. It was in the bay below, that he created 14 of his most famed schooners. This beauty is a rare fusion of historical elegance combined with modern luxury. Nestled above Van Damme Bay, with direct trail access to the cove below, you will be awed by the stunning white-water views to the south along the rocky and windswept coast. Bordered to the North by access that leads to the Headlands Trail through to the Spring Ranch Coastal Preserve. The kitchen (which fills the first floor of the Victorian turret) features an over-sized granite island and modern appliances. When you enter the living room, you are greeted with solid maple wood flooring. Just off the living room is the 'Parlor,' (easily converted into a sleeping area). Also on the first floor, is a full bath, utility room and laundry. Ascend to the 2nd floor on the beautiful all-wood, staircase hand-milled from the property's own Cypress trees. The upstairs bath fills the top level of the home's turret and features dual sinks, cabinetry and granite countertops; a walk-in shower accented with beveled glass showcasing wide-open vistas of the ocean. Italian terrazzo tiles lie beneath your feet, while the12-foot ceiling, lined with heavy beams and accented with an antique brass and glass chandelier. The spacious primary bedroom is the crowning glory of this home. There you will enjoy stunning whitewater views from a king-sized bed, as well as from the balcony. There is also a walk-in closet and 'hidden closets' along its western wall. The second bedroom includes a fully-lined cedar closet, antique lighting fixtures, and another 'hidden closet'. During its restoration, almost all windows were changed to Milgard 'tip-in' windows that tilt in for easy cleaning. The yard has a natural riparian stream that runs year-round and is fed by an artesian spring. Behind this gem, is a detached two-car garage with an unfinished 'Casita' space above. This building also has a fully functional bathroom as well as an additional laundry facility. The landscaping is fully drought-tolerant and requires no irrigation. The home is heated with a modern, ultra-efficient, hydronic fan-coil system. Currently run as a successful Vacation Rental with 'Super host' and 'Premier host' status for those looking for an investment property. It has consistently generated between $75,000-$85,000 annually. Sold furnished minus a few sentimental pieces.

In a quieter, residential area of the Historic Mendocino Village, this home has been lovingly cared for over the years and has been in the same family since 1952. Within a short distance to shopping, groceries, post office, banking, restaurants, parks and beaches..it's quite possible one would never want to leave. It's that close to, well just about everything. The home currently enjoys a water allotment for 4 bedrooms. There is the potential to apply for an additional detached sleeping unit with full bathroom and shift one bedroom over to this unit. An existing structure, which previously had been a detached bath house and storage shed, might provide an easier path for this sleeping unit with its existing footprint. There is a garage for convenience and helping keep your four wheeled friend(s) protected from the elements. The lot is a large one and mature gardens and plantings currently occupy the inner courtyard of the property while the vacant open space on the south on the lot is a blank canvas for someone who wants to continue with their own gardening concepts. If you are already fortunate enough to live here locally then you are already aware of the benefits. The coastal climate here on the Mendocino Coast also brings people from all over to vacation and relax in comfort where this edge of the continent meets the Pacific Ocean. Why not plan a visit, relax and consider just staying?

Enjoying end of road privacy, this Southern Colonial style home is nestled among majestic redwood groves on 3.85 +/- acres. The 3 bedrooms are upstairs with a full bath and an additional half bath as well for convenience. Downstairs is a centrally located kitchen perched above the large family room that served as a gathering and entertainment area for guests. On the other side of the kitchen is a smaller sitting area near the fireplace which is a perfect place to relax in front of the fire and read a book, watch television or just to be in close proximity to the kitchen activity, for a helping hand or conversation. The formal dining area is just off the sitting area and convenient to the kitchen for dinner parties. There is an additional full bathroom downstairs and a pantry. The attached 2 car garage has ample room and holds the furnace for the oil forced air central heating system and the washer/dryer hookups. Moving to the back of the house, there is a redwood deck that has a brick barbecue built in for outdoor entertaining. A detached studio could be used for many creative needs such as a hobby room or art studio. There is a barn that also could be utilized for many purposes. The barn has hay storage above, a stall below with a feed chute, a workshop space and an overhang off the back to park or store more items out of the weather. The main water well on the property produces most of the water you will need but there is a backup well also that has not been used much. There has been recent section 1 pest clearance for this well-constructed home. The property itself is mostly level and gentle land; with a little effort someone could turn this property into a park like setting or repurpose some of the land into other uses that may be desired. Many varieties of rhododendrons have been planted and are now mature and spectacular in the springtime. The home has been well-loved over the years and is just waiting for someone to come in and put their touches in place. With a sunbelt location, the property can be in the sunshine on some foggy days while it's proximity to the coast means that it also receives coastal influence which is well received when the temperatures get hot inland. Fort Bragg and its essential services are close at hand for convenience along with the Noyo Harbor, State Parks, beaches, coastal trails and other outdoor activities. Or, if you prefer to dine out, then return to your quiet retreat and enjoy the solitude of this beautiful setting.

The MacKerricher House. Considered one of the most iconic private residences ever constructed in the City of Fort Bragg. Steeped in history and built to stand the test of time, this early 20th Century capstone-craftsman pays homage to old world design. Meticulously maintained in its original condition, the home invokes a deep sense of nostalgia and cachet both inside and out. Located in one of Fort Bragg's most desirable neighborhoods, this deeply loved two story home boasts a spacious 1,897+- sqft floor plan and offers three well-appointed bedrooms, two bathrooms, attached garage and attached art studio. The original old-growth Douglas Fir floors, hardware, knobs, glass and hinges still remain and provide the opportunity to step back into a simpler time, when things were built by hand with attention to detail and intention. The property also features extensive modern upgrades which have been seamlessly integrated to create a harmonious balance of intrinsic and intangible value. A master garden adorns the grounds with botanical perfection and presents as a living masterpiece which evolves with the seasons. For decades, the garden has been both the envy and delight for all those who have fixed their gaze upon it. For generations, this property has stood as a steadfast and unwavering reminder of loyalty, strength and dedication. But above all else, the property has stood as a testament of love to all those that have called it Home.