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Located in the heart of the Russian River Valley,
this property has been a working ranch since the mid-1800s. Retaining the
integrity of its original design and overall feeling, it is an
important, living reminder of Sonoma County’s diverse agricultural
past.
| Location |
- Russian River Valley, 6.5 miles southwest of Healdsburg
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| Early history |
- Sotoyome Land Grant
- 1849 – 1880, A. J. Gordon, rancher
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| Walters Ranch |
- 1880 – 1919, Solomon Walters;
- 380-acre ranch raising fruit, vegetable, hops, hay, cattle,
sheep
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| Hop Kiln |
- Built in 1905 by Sol Walters
- Processed hops until the 1950s
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| Historic Recognition |
- National Register of Historic Places, 1977
- California Registry of Historic Places, 1977
- California Historical Landmark #893, 1976
- Sonoma County Historic Site #9 and District, 1975
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Sweetwater Springs
Historic District |
- @ 30 acres including the Hop Kiln and other vintage buildings
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| Bonded winery |
- The Hop Kiln became California Bonded Winery # 4718 in
1975
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| Owner |
- Westside Grapes LLC since 2004
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Generations of Pioneers, Ranchers and Winemakers
We are committed to preserve this property’s colorful past
and adventurous spirit - welcoming visitors to our historic site,
estate vineyards and Hop Kiln and HK Generations wines.
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