A historic slice of Napa is up for grabs as 2243 Redwood Road, a house dating back to before the Civil War, hits the market priced at $2.1 million, this piece of California heritage comes complete with a modern facelift, the property, resting on a 16,182-square-foot lot, features a four-bedroom main house that spans 2,998 square feet, along with a two-bedroom guest house that promises privacy and comfort.
While the home now includes contemporary touches – like a quartz kitchen island and remodeled bathrooms, it retains its original allure with features such as redwood siding and interior fir flooring preserved from its construction over 176 years ago. Yet, a significant renovation in 2021 has brought the structure firmly into the modern era with upgrades including central HVAC and an entirely new foundation, all while ensuring the historical integrity remained intact, according to an SFGATE report.
The house's notable past is linked to pioneer James Clyman, who sowed Jedediah Smith’s scalp back on after a grisly bear attack and was a renowned wagon train guide, after moving to Napa in 1846, Clyman embarked on a successful cattle-ranching career, ultimately becoming the property's original owner, Linda Rieschel, the current owner who bought the house for $1.9 million two years ago, had planned to move into the home this year but put it on the market due to personal reasons, she told SFGATE.
Listed on Zillow, the estate offers history and modern-day amenities, such as an open kitchen with enough space for hosting and flowing living areas that facilitate entertainment and relaxation. The expansive outdoor space includes a pool and multiple lounging areas that promise idyllic California living.
The opportunity to own a home with such heritage is not merely a transaction but an adoption of history, as listing agent Chris Meadors of Compass suggests, "There’s something truly special about imagining the many lifetimes that this home has been host to," hinting at the unique value of the property beyond its physical dimensions and amenities, a home where the walls do more than shelter; they tell a story that stretches back to a markedly different era in American history.
