PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

6501 Ellen Lane is not simply a home. It is a legacy and a celebration of connection, time shared with family and friends, and the moments that matter most. Exquisitely designed and handcrafted with purpose, this property reflects the belief that a home should welcome those we love, celebrate life and stand the test of time. Here, life unfolds in extraordinary ways. A secluded pool and spa, tiki pool house, outdoor kitchen, bar and fireplace invite bare feet and wet bathing suits, long lunches, impromptu cocktails and dinners by the fire. A beautifully appointed equestrian barn with two oversized stalls opens to a picturesque white fenced pasture. Slip onto your horse bareback in the soft morning light, or settle onto the pasture swing and watch your favorite companion graze as the day grows quiet. Water brings its own magic. A lake edged in soft water grasses, with a waterfall, dock, covered sitting area with swing and little rowboat, invites you to slow down. Along the property's edge, Green Valley creek adds its own quiet rhythm to the landscape. As evening falls, pour a glass of wine and watch the sunset reflected across the lake. Tucked among the redwood trees, a whimsical suspended treehouse offers a secret place to climb, dream and rediscover the magic of being a kid, no matter your age. And then there is the wine. A hand-planted boutique vineyard of Petite Sirah and Sangiovese, private crush pad and wine processing room let you experience winemaking from vine to glass. Create your own vintage, then tuck it away in the custom stone wine cellar beneath the home, with room for approximately 90 cases including bottles collected through travels and celebrations along the way. A detached 5 car garage and workshop offers room to build, restore, create and pursue whatever passion calls you in, with potential for future guest accommodations. At the heart of it all is the home itself, warm, welcoming and remarkably personal. Designed and built by its owners with their own hands alongside friends and family, its craftsmanship lives in the handmade cabinetry and foyer chandelier, solid vertical-grain Douglas fir floors and thoughtful details. For all that surrounds you here, the house still simply feels like home. What awaits at 6501 Ellen Lane is a rare opportunity to make something already extraordinary entirely your own and to become the next steward of a truly remarkable legacy estate. Some opportunities come along once. This may very well be one of them. https://6501ellenlane.com/

DETAILS

Home Features

• 4 Bedroom / 2 Flex Rooms / 3 Full Bathrooms
• Exquisitely designed and handcrafted with exceptional attention to detail
• Custom features created by the owners include handmade cabinetry and a distinctive foyer chandelier
• Solid vertical-grain Douglas fir flooring brings warmth and craftsmanship to the interior
• Warm, welcoming living spaces thoughtfully designed for gathering, entertaining and everyday living
• Custom stone wine cellar featuring heavy-timber construction, stone walls and flooring, and natural refrigeration
• Wine cellar provides custom storage for approximately 90 cases
• Dedicated wine-processing room and outdoor grape crush pad support winemaking from vine to bottle
• Approx. 1,765 sq. ft. detached five-car garage and workshop with full power and water
• Expansive workshop offers space for restoration, woodworking, creative pursuits, equipment and additional storage
• Detached garage/workshop offers potential for future guest accommodations
• Wrap-around covered front porch, covered stone rear porch and multiple terraces extend the living spaces outdoors
• Exceptional indoor-outdoor connection with views of the gardens, vineyard, pasture, lake and surrounding landscape
• Within minutes to the many trails and parks, Russian River and the ocean; about an hour to San Francisco

Lot Features

• Private, end-of-road setting offering exceptional peace, privacy and no through traffic
• Resort-style natural stone-look pool and spa with waterfall, propane and solar heating
• Cedar-sided pool house with open-beam ceiling, storage area and small refrigerator
• Outdoor shower with on-demand hot water
• Pool house deck overlooks the property’s recreation areas, including the golf practice area and horseshoe court
• Open-beam outdoor kitchen with professional cooking equipment, bluestone countertops, copper sink and custom cabinetry
• Outdoor Rumford-style stone fireplace creates a dramatic gathering space for dining and entertaining
• Handcrafted outdoor details include custom iron seating, wine-barrel furnishings, specialty lighting and “Rain Effect” glass windows
• Approximately one-half-acre, man-made; clay lined 15-foot-deep irrigation lake with waterfall and filtration system
• Lake amenities include a dock, wooden rowboat and covered observation area with swing
• Solar-powered creek pumping system and pond-fed lawn irrigation provide an independent irrigation resource
• Green Valley Creek borders the property along the south and west boundaries
• Boutique vineyard planted with Petite Sirah and Sangiovese grapes and producing approximately seven to eight cases of estate wine annually
• In-ground moisture-monitoring system supports vineyard care and production
• Productive orchard includes apples, pears, plums, cherries, figs and table grapes
• Extensive recreation amenities include a golf practice area, horseshoe court, lighted gazebo and multiple patios and terraces
• Redwood grove with a campfire gathering area and fire pit
• Whimsical suspended treehouse and heavy-duty 15 ft swing set create additional spaces for play and relaxation
• Walking paths wind through mature redwoods, hardwoods and established landscaping
• Mountain and valley views, outstanding sunrises and sunsets, and abundant wildlife
• Expansive grounds comfortably accommodate gatherings of more than 200 guests

Horse Facility Features

• Custom equestrian barn built in 2002 and professionally installed by SC Barns of Santa Rosa
• Oversized 12' x 16' stalls offering generous space and comfort
• Dutch stall doors open directly to the picturesque white-fenced pasture
• Thick rubber-mat flooring throughout the stalls
• Dedicated tack room and separate hay-storage area
• Multiple barn doors provide convenient ingress, egress and ventilation
• Easy-access trailer-loading area for horses and equipment
• Approximately one-third-acre fully fenced paddock
• Pasture swing overlooking the equestrian area offers a peaceful place to enjoy the horses and surrounding scenery