PROPERTY POST:

mhe Silver Penny Farm, located on the east side of historic Petaluma, was named after the Silver Pennies book of poems after being purchased by William Randolph Hearst Jr. in 1978. It is said that, to keep his identity secret, he purchased the property under the surname “Tree,” so he could use the farm as a place to sequester his sister, Patty, after her abduction by the Symbionese Liberation Army.The Hearst family donated the property to the Archdiocese of San Francisco in 1985.

Driving past the main gate onto the Silver Penny Farm, you’ll find yourself immediately transported back in time. The main house, the jewel of the property, was built in the early 1900s. Within the 4,483 sq. ft. home, you’ll find seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms. With a sitting room, formal dining room, sun room, and living room, there is plenty of space for entertaining guests. Built and styled in a classic, American Foursquare style, this home exudes country chic. This Petaluma gem holds history, elegance, and endless possibilities.

Besides the main house, the property includes two other houses, three cottages, a workshop that can be used as an art studio, a separate office, and a large meeting facility, leaving plenty of space for any surprise weekend visitors and activities. It’s the perfect place to host a summer wedding or other special gathering. With a pool and adjacent patio area, there’s nowhere better to host a poolside barbecue! Pieces of quintessential Sonoma County charm are located all around the 17.5 acre property, from a picturesque gazebo to an old-fashioned water tower. The property is truly a work of art. A beautifully landscaped wandering path guides you between the gazebo, fountains, various sitting areas, and a pergola.

Whether you’re thinking about building horse stables, planting a vineyard, or even starting your own organic farm, the possibilities are endless at Silver Penny Farm. Silver Penny Farm is conveniently located just off Highway 116 in Petaluma, proving easy access to Sonoma wine country, Marin, and San Francisco.