Originally built in 1909, The Power House is a rare piece of Sonoma history. Long before it became a residence, it served as a steam-generating power plant, converting water into energy that supplied three towns and fueled a renowned wine empire. In the 1950s, the building captured the imagination of an heir to the Northwestern Pacific Railroad family, who transformed it into a private home and gave it the name it still carries today.
Remnants of its remarkable past remain woven throughout the property. One wall still bears the original restored warning: No Admittance. Danger. Today, however, the only danger may be never wanting to leave.
At the heart of the recently restored residence is an extraordinary great room measuring approximately 40 by 40 feet, with soaring 20-foot ceilings, smooth stucco walls, polished concrete floors, and custom windows that frame views of the creek beyond. Outside, the grounds unfold into a collection of thoughtfully curated spaces, including a swimming pool and pavilion, cutting and vegetable gardens, guest accommodations, and the tranquil presence of Big Sulphur Creek, which runs along the full length of the property. Ancient olive trees anchor the landscape, lending a sense of permanence and character that can only be earned over generations.