The Hopland Hills Ranch
located approximately 1.5 hours north of the san francisco bay area and just 25 minutes north of healdsburg, the hopland hills spans approximately 800± acres of remarkably diverse and private landscape in hopland. rarely does a ranch of this scale combine such natural beauty, agricultural credibility, water security, and convenient highway 101 access in one cohesive offering.
set along the southern edge of the sanel valley and stretching east toward the mcdowell valley, the ranch borders the russian river along its western boundary. rolling hills give way to open meadows framed by heritage valley oaks and striking rock outcroppings, creating a landscape that feels both expansive and intimate. a developed internal road system provides access across the majority of the property.
water is a defining asset. extensive rights from the russian river, paired with a substantial private lake along the southeastern portion of the ranch, provide both operational utility and ecological richness. the lake serves as a prime habitat for waterfowl and wildlife, enhancing the recreational appeal while reinforcing long-term agricultural viability.
viticulture is firmly established. seventeen acres of cabernet sauvignon are planted on an elevated bench above the primary residence, producing fruit used in world-class wines. these vineyard blocks command sweeping 360-degree views across the valley and toward duncan peak. adjacent to the existing plantings, approximately 200± acres have been professionally ripped and amended in preparation for future vineyard development, presenting extraordinary expansion potential.
along the russian river corridor, fertile alluvial soils support approximately 20± acres of productive chardonnay, with an additional 10± acres ready for redevelopment. beyond the vineyards, the ranch is fenced and cross-fenced with multiple stock ponds supporting a leasehold cattle operation. the land offers a rare combination of vineyard expansion, grazing capacity, and recreational enjoyment — all within one contiguous holding.
the main residence, completed in 2013 by a respected local builder, is a 2,356± square foot farmhouse designed for comfort and understated elegance. offering four bedrooms and three baths, the home features quality craftsmanship throughout. the central living area is anchored by a warm fireplace, while the kitchen is designed for serious culinary pursuits. covered wrap-around porches and thoughtful landscaping create seamless indoor-outdoor living.
a privately positioned two-bedroom, one-bath secondary residence provides ideal accommodations for a caretaker, guest quarters, or rental income. an additional ancillary structure currently used as an office offers potential conversion to a third residence. several agricultural support barns are strategically located across the property.
comprising three legal parcels, the ranch also offers the opportunity for additional dwellings, enhancing its potential as a multigenerational compound or expanded estate.
it is rare to encounter a property of this magnitude where scale, water resources, usable ground, vineyard infrastructure, and accessibility converge so seamlessly. the hopland hills ranch represents a legacy northern california holding, a place where agricultural depth, recreational beauty, and long-term vision meet.
