Doug Steiny Sotheby's: For Sale: Extraordinary Real Estate Opportunities in Carmel Valley That Are Worlds Apart, But Share A Certain Aesthetic -- Only the Best of the Best Will Do
CARMEL, Calif., July 31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- These two show-stopping properties couldn't be more different, however, what they do have in common is that they are two of the most spectacular properties in an area known worldwide for spectacular properties, and both are one-of-a-kind real estate!
The first property is "The Crown Jewel Of Carmel Valley," also known as the "River House," and is a 4,762-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-and-a-half--bath French country chateau located a stone's throw from the Carmel River, but well above the flood plain, on a secluded knoll. In fact, it is the only place on the Carmel River where there is water year-round.
Originally built by a Central Valley tomato grower and his wife, who discovered the property by walking along the river until she found the perfect location, the villa boasts massive French oak entry doors, 17th century roof tiles from a monastery in Burgundy, terra cotta kitchen floors, antique French chandeliers throughout, 17th century fireplaces, in-ground pool, spa/hot tub, herb/vegetable garden, library and a two-car garage.
One of its most striking features is its main staircase, which is French oak and features a bannister created by a San Francisco woodworking artisan, who had to steam, bend and twist 15-foot sections of French oak to create. "It's not just something you can just go out and buy," says Steiny.
"The entire property is like a piece of art, including the land on which it sits," says Steiny, who, even with all his experience in the business, still marvels at the $6.5 million property.
The same could be said for the second property, which is as far from French country as you can get and is located on the opposite end of Carmel Valley, in horse and ranch country.
Fox Creek Ranch sits on 276 acres of unparalleled beauty, complete with nine-stall 4,600-square-foot horse stable, riding area with covered round pen and seven fully fenced and irrigated pastures, an equipment bar and hay barn, a 450-square-foot garage, six water wells with 100,000-gallon storage tank, solar panels throughout, and 5 acres of Pinot Noir grapevines and 1 acre of Chardonnay grapes.
And all that doesn't include the main house! The 4,000-square-foot-plus ranch-style main house features exposed oak beams, hickory-planked floors, walls of double-stacked Montana fieldstone, three bedrooms, two full baths, one half-bath, a fitness room, office, heated in-ground pool, spa/hot tub, outdoor barbecue and fireplace, expansive deck/patio, and 875-square-foot garage.
There's also a 3,100-square foot guest house with many of the same features, such as double-stacked Montana fieldstone, and amenities, including three bedrooms, den, full kitchen and laundry.
The horse stable is a sight to behold. The developers of the property, Tom and Judy Deregt, didn't want to spare any expense in building the stables, barns, pastures and riding areas. Starting from scratch, they re-engineered the soil on about 50-60 acres ("It's like building a golf course from scratch," says Steiny) and spent $3.3 million on the stables alone.
The stables, built for cutting horses, consist of a 4,600-square-foot horse barn with nine stalls, tack room, hot/cold water wash bay, office, laundry room and full bath. It's built with stacked Montana fieldstone, covered with slate shingle roofing, and decorated with iron-capped Australian hardwood, and was designed by a renowned barn designer.
"It's just gorgeous, but it doesn't feel at all ostentatious, it feels really nice," marvels Steiny about the $19 million (asking price, well below its actual value).
Sotheby's International Realty
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Fox Creek Ranch: https://realogy.app.box.com/s/4295ydya3ld2q14pdxng9v81tgih9hcx
SOURCE Doug Steiny Sotheby’s
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