General Vallejo's Home
Part of the Sonoma State Historic Park, this two-story, wood-frame house was the estate of General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, Military Commander and Director of Colonization of the Northern Frontier.
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Local: 707-938-9559
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- Part of the Sonoma State Historic Park, this two-story, wood-frame house was the estate of General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, Military Commander and Director of Colonization of the Northern Frontier. Built in 1851-52 about a half mile west of the Plaza, the structure showcases a dramatic gothic Victorian style.
An interesting glimpse of early Sonoma Valley life
The Gen. Vallejo Home is a preserved residence dating from the early days of the town in the 19th Century. It includes the main house, a barn, other outbuildings and cottages, as well as a small...
Well preserved historic home
Several times we had driven past the sign at the long driveway to General Vallejo’s Home so I suggested we stop there for an hour before our wine tasting. The general was a key figure in Sonoma’s...
Interesting experience
I would recommend this self-guided tour to anyone who is interested in early California history and/or appreciates historic homes. The docent(?) who greeted us was friendly and helpful. I would have...
