Sarah Schoeneman Presents

Anderson Valley Rammed Earth Retreat

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$950,000

14931 Kramer Lane, Philo

Anderson Valley Rammed Earth Retreat

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Set on 20± gated acres, this distinctive PISE residence blends architectural strength, natural warmth, and quiet wine country living.

Set beyond a private gate on 20± acres in Anderson Valley wine country, this distinctive, single-level PISE/rammed earth residence offers approximately 2,300 square feet of quiet, light-filled living. Surrounded by rolling meadows, native oak, fir, manzanita, mature gardens, and long valley views, the property seamlessly blends architectural strength with natural warmth.

The home reveals itself gradually. A sculptural courtyard featuring an aviary and grape-clad arbor introduces the architecture before the residence comes fully into view, creating an intentional transition from the natural landscape to the home.

Property Highlights

Acreage: 20± gated acres in Anderson Valley wine country.
Residence: ~2,300 sq. ft. single-level home.
Construction: Architectural PISE/rammed earth with substantial 18-inch earthen walls.
Layout: Two bedroom suites, including a primary suite with a soaking tub and walk-in closet.
Design: Passive solar orientation with vaulted ceilings and expansive glass for seasonal comfort and maximum natural light.
Outdoor Spaces: Courtyard with aviary, grape-clad arbor, established gardens, fruit trees, and shaded outdoor areas.
Flexibility: Separate outbuilding ideal for a guests, office, art studio, or storage.

Interior Features & Design
Inside, the home is open, quiet, and defined by clean architectural lines that offer presence without excess.

Great Room: The open floor plan intuitively connects the cooking, dining, and living areas directly to the courtyard and gardens.
Chef’s Kitchen: Features a concrete breakfast bar, open shelving, a Wolf range, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and direct access to outdoor dining beneath the pergola.
Serene Atmosphere: Expanses of glass frame the surrounding hills and meadows, while the 18-inch earthen walls provide incredible acoustic and thermal insulation.

Grounds & Additional Space

The Landscape: The acreage offers a diverse blend of open meadows, wooded edges, terraced beds, and drought-resistant landscaping, all supported by drip irrigation.
The Orchard: Provides a variety of seasonal fruits.
Versatile Outbuildings: The separate structures expand the property’s utility, making it easy to host guests, work from home, or pursue creative hobbies. The expansive 20± acres also leave plenty of room for small-scale agriculture or hobbies.

Listing Summary A rare Anderson Valley property where architecture, land, and lifestyle align. This rammed earth retreat offers privacy, energy efficiency, mature gardens, and flexible outbuildings. It is beautifully designed to serve as either a primary residence or a restorative wine country escape.

Listing Summary
A rare Anderson Valley property where architecture, land, and lifestyle align. This rammed earth retreat offers privacy, energy efficiency, mature gardens, and flexible outbuildings. It is beautifully designed to serve as either a primary residence or a restorative wine country escape.

Property Details

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Bedrooms 2

Bathrooms 2

Square Footage 2,300 sq ft

Neighborhood Anderson Valley

about

Anderson Valley

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Anderson Valley, located less than 100 miles north of San Francisco, is an area blessed with a temperate cool coastal climate. Classified in viticultural terms as a Region 1 growing area, this designates it as the coolest climate in which grapes may be commercially grown with any success. Cutting laterally through the coastal range rather than lying between ridges, the west or “deep end” of the Anderson Valley is only a few miles from the cold Pacific Ocean, while the town of Boonville is some 20 miles to the east. The combination of warm sunny days and cool foggy nights and mornings allow the grapes from this region to mature slowly and to develop to the height of their varietal character. The planted acreage in the Anderson Valley consists primarily of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, and Riesling. There are also small acreages of other varietals such as Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, and Merlot.

In addition to producing superb Pinot Noirs and Alsace varietal wines, the valley is home to three methode champenoise sparkling houses. Anderson Valley is bubbly paradise.

Source: www.avwines.com

Travel + Leisure Magazine: https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/mendocino-wine-country