8781 Martinelli Road, Forestville, CA 95436, Forestville, 95436 - 4 bed, 4 bath

8781 Martinelli Road, Forestville, CA 95436 home-pic-0

8781 Martinelli Road

Forestville, CA 95436

ACTIVE
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
4Beds
4Baths
4,552Sq Ft
3,245,656Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$3,195,000

SUMMARY

Analysis of 8781 Martinelli Road, Forestville, CA 95436 is currently available with a list price of $3,195,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Forestville Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Excellent
TeardownExcellent

Property is new construction or fully renovated.

Although originally built in 1934, this historic estate has undergone an extensive and high-end renovation that seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern design. The property features a beautifully updated kitchen and bathrooms, modern appliances, and high-quality fixtures. With multiple reimagined structures including a guest cottage, pool house, and vineyard office, the estate is in pristine condition with no signs of deferred maintenance, meeting the criteria for a fully renovated property.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • High Available Lot Utilization

    The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 3245656, living area = 4552.

  • Historic Vineyard Assets

    The estate features rare dry-farmed old vine Zinfandel from the 1800s and established Chardonnay, providing significant value and prestige for viticulture enthusiasts.

  • Versatile Multi-Structure Compound

    With a renovated main farmhouse, guest cottage, pool house, vineyard office, and barn, the property offers exceptional flexibility for hosting, remote work, or multi-generational living.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • MLS Listing Discrepancy

    Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =3245656, other record lot size in square feet = 2635815. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 4552, other record living area = 2116.

  • High Maintenance Demands

    Managing 74 acres of land, 10+ acres of active vineyards, and five separate structures requires significant ongoing operational costs and intensive property management.

  • Wildfire Risk Exposure

    The property's heavily forested setting in Forestville may lead to higher insurance premiums and necessitates rigorous ongoing vegetation management to mitigate fire hazards.

About 8781 Martinelli Road

Welcome to Old Vine Farms, a one-of-a-kind 74.51 acre Wine Country estate in the heart of Forestville. Nestled within four valleys: Green Valley Creek, Green Valley, Russian River Valley, Sonoma Valley. Old Vine Farms isn't a replica it's a historic, working farm founded over a century ago by one of Sonoma County's pioneering grape-growing and winemaking families. From the back porch, look out over a village-like setting with five structures. At its center: a beautifully renovated 3-bed, 3-bath farmhouse blending old-world charm and modern design. A separate 1-bed, 1-bath guest cottage offers a peaceful, private retreat for visitors. A pool house and deck surround a plunge pool, perfect for relaxing or entertaining under the warm Sonoma sun. The reimagined vineyard barn hosts unforgettable gatherings. The vineyard office below that overlooks 10+ acres of vines and 65+ acres of trees. A spacious workshop awaits any hands-on pursuit or creative endeavor. Rare dry-farmed old vine Zinfandel from the 1800s and early'70s Chardonnay grace the vineyard. Private trails wind through redwoods, firs, and bay trees. Just over an hour from the Golden Gate, Old Vine Farms offers a timeless way of life without sacrificing modern comfort. Furnishings also available.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1934
Lot Size
3,245,656 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
4 (4 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds4.03.0
69%
Baths4.01.5
81%
Square foot4,5521,450.5
88%
Lot Size3,245,6569,417.5
96%
Price$3.19M$607.0K
92%
Price per sq ft$702$500
88%
Built year19341956
31%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market306230
85%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

May 5, 2025

$3,195,000

Initial Listing

Sold

Apr 6, 2012

$1,150,000

Public Record

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