New solar townhomes at Round Barn in the scenic Russian River Valley
Round Barn by City Ventures is a new community of solar-powered townhomes in Santa Rosa’s desirable Fountaingrove neighborhood. Surrounded by natural beauty and a gateway to the scenic Russian River Valley, the Santa Rosa setting in Sonoma County is just 45 minutes north of San Francisco. The region is one of California’s top food and wine destinations, home to more than 425 wineries ranging from rustic to regal. Hike among towering redwoods, cruise along the rugged Pacific coastline and get to know inviting towns.
Sonoma County is the new heart and soul of California Wine Country and has gone from a weekend escape for many to home to a growing number of full-time residents eager to trade the crowds of San Francisco, the East Bay and Silicon Valley for the natural wonders and farm-totable lifestyle. In January, single-family home sales in Sonoma rose 20.5% from the same time the previous year* as supply hit record lows.
The Santa Rosa area is an affordable place to live and the new three- to four-bedroom townhomes at Round Barn are available from the high $500,000 range. In addition to a solar panel system included in the price, energy savings features can be found in Nest thermostats, Energy Star appliances and a pre-plumbed all-electric car charging station. Farmhouse-style architecture offers decks, private courtyards and two-car garages, while community amenities include a pool, spa, cabanas, a playground and garden area, with trails, parks, great schools, and wide open views of the surrounding hills.
“The attainable and sustainable lifestyle here in the heart of the Wine Country makes Round Barn a very attractive alternative for young people, retirees and even those looking for a second home,” says Phil Kerr, CEO at City Ventures. “These homes are built for the future, being some of the most energy efficient on the market.”
Santa Rosa has seen a renaissance with pedestrian-friendly Fourth Street, full of lively outdoor entertainment, art galleries and unique shops. South of A Street (SOFA) also has an artsy vibe, while Old Town is ideal for antiquing in historic buildings that date back to 1906.
Recreation is abundant with easy access to the Sonoma Coast and the Russian River plus local and regional parks at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, Howarth Park, Spring Lake and Trione-Annadel State Park. Locally referred to as Central Park, Annadel is comprised of three lakes with everything from horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking, to tennis and softball courts, a parcourse fitness circuit, boating rental, an animal barn, pony rides, a simulated steam train, and last but certainly not least, the Land of Imagination play area for kids.
So go ahead and dream of a life where you can ride through vineyards, hike the coast, go to the farmers market or paddle down the Russian River, enjoying all with perhaps a work-from-home office and paying less than you were paying in city rent.
For more information, visit www.Round BarnSantaRosa.com.
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*California Association of Realtors, January 2021 Home Sales and Price Report: https://www.car.org/en/ aboutus/mediacenter/ newsreleases/2021releases/ jan2021sales