Property Overview:
Madden Ranch is a premium 100-acre vineyard estate in the Livermore Valley, offered for $3,975,000. The property includes a single-family home with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1,527 sq. ft. of living space, built in 1979. The land features over 75 acres of award-winning vineyards (originally planted by Wente), with 43 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and 32.39 acres of Sauvignon Blanc.
Property Highlights:
- Land Size: 100.03 acres of contiguous, gently rolling hills with multiple premium building sites and breathtaking Tri-Valley views.
- Vineyards:
- 75+ acres of mature, income-producing vines.
- Highly sought-after fruit for top local winemakers.
- Flexible planting: Existing rootstocks can be grafted to other varietals.
- Water Resources:
- Multiple abundant water sources:
- Zone 7 Agriculture water rights (run with the property).
- Domestic (treated) water contract for the home and future buildings.
- Private well (not currently in use).
- Year-round pond and seasonal stream.
- Multiple abundant water sources:
- Zoning: A-CA (Agricultural)—allows for a wide range of uses.
Development & Use Potential:
- Possible Uses:
- 20-acre estate lots
- Winery, brewery, B&B, restaurant
- Equestrian facility
- Event venue
- Private estate or farm
- Continue vineyard lease for income or self-cultivate
- Subdivision: Potential to divide into five 20-acre vineyard estates.
- Infrastructure:
- Domestic water for multiple homes or facilities.
- Not in conservancy—greater development flexibility.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Livermore Valley location:
- Adjacent to Poppy Ridge Golf Course
- Surrounded by wineries, vineyards, and equestrian facilities
- Convenient access to town and major roads (I-680: 11 min, Vasco Train: 12 min, Downtown: 13 min, Livermore Airport: 20 min, Oakland Airport: 43 min, Hwy 84: 20 min)
- Livermore address, but outside city limits (in county jurisdiction)
Lifestyle & Investment Appeal:
- Majestic vistas from multiple vantage points: peaks, valleys, pond, grand entrance, creek, and mature oaks.
- Secluded yet accessible—ideal for a private estate, production vineyard, or development opportunity.
- Endless possibilities for creative vision and future growth.
Live Well at The Madden Ranch—Livermore Valley’s most quintessential vineyard estate.