A historic colonial-revival estate built in 1910 for H.H. Welsh, founder of Sun-Maid raisins, is on the market in Del Rey, California. The property, which includes a 7,860-square-foot timber home with six bedrooms and four bathrooms, features restored interiors including chandeliers, a Spanish mahogany staircase, and stained-glass windows.
The estate was originally listed for $4 million last year but received a nearly $500,000 price cut earlier this year. The property spans almost 6 acres of lush grounds, including 100-year-old pomegranate and fig trees, a rose garden, and a chicken coop.
Former President Herbert Hoover visited the property in 1930 to rally local farmers. Today, the home has been renovated and updated with modern amenities such as a Wolf cooker range and a Sub-Zero refrigerator, as well as split systems for heating and cooling by Mitsubishi.
The estate’s grounds are designed to maintain their original character while incorporating modern technology, including solar panels and a state-of-the-art security system. The property is surrounded by 400 acres of orange groves with views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, just outside Del Rey and within a 15-minute drive from the city of Selma, this historic estate offers an ideal location for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil retreat. The property is priced at $3.499 million.
Source: https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/sun-maid-raisin-mansion-herbert-hoover-visited-05357fec