8781 Martinelli Road, Forestville

HISTORIC VINEYARD ESTATE IN GREEN VALLEY

Welcome to Old Vine Farms, a deeply authentic Wine Country estate set within the layered landscapes of Forestville’s Green Valley. Surrounded by vineyards, forested hills and creekside beauty, this approximately 74.5+/-acre property offers a rare combination of history, agricultural heritage, and thoughtfully restored living spaces. More than a retreat, Old Vine Farms is a working farm rooted in Sonoma County’s early winemaking history, where old vine vineyards and historic structures have been carefully revived for modern living.

At the center of the property sits the fully renovated farmhouse, a warm and inviting residence that balances rustic character with contemporary comfort. Wide views stretch across planted vineyards and wooded hillsides, while outdoor gathering spaces create an easy rhythm between entertaining and quiet retreat. A separate guest cottage offers privacy for visitors, while the restored vineyard barn has been transformed into an extraordinary entertaining space with reclaimed wood floors, vintage details, and soaring communal gathering areas that feel pulled from the pages of an editorial spread.

The grounds unfold like a small compound, with a plunge pool and spa, pool house, vineyard office, workshop, orchard-like surroundings, and miles of natural beauty extending in every direction. More than 10 acres of planted vines include exceptionally rare dry-farmed old vine Zinfandel dating back to the turn of the twentieth century, along with Chardonnay planted in the early 1970s. Beyond the vineyards, private trails wind through over 60 acres of redwood, bay, and Douglas fir forest.

Located just minutes from Forestville, Graton, Sebastopol, Healdsburg, and the Russian River, Old Vine Farms captures a slower, more grounded version of Wine Country living. A place shaped by agriculture, gathering, nature, and time.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS

Ambiance

• Historic working farm with authentic Wine Country character
• Quiet, layered landscape of vineyards, forest, and rolling hills
• Peaceful setting with a strong sense of place and history

Particulars

• 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
• Approximately 4,552 sq ft
• Approximately 74.5+/-acres 

Interior Features

• Renovated farmhouse balancing historic charm and modern comfort
• Restored vineyard barn with reclaimed wood floors and vintage details
• Commercial-grade kitchen appliances and updated baths
• Vineyard office and flexible workshop spaces
• Starlink Wi-Fi, Sonos audio, and Apple TV systems

Outdoor Living

• Plunge pool and spa with expansive entertaining deck
• Outdoor dining areas, firepit, pergolas, and gathering spaces
• Private hiking trails through redwood and Douglas fir forest
• Over 10 acres of planted vineyards (dry farmed)

Vineyard & Land

• Rare dry-farmed old vine Zinfandel
• Chardonnay vines planted in the early 1970s
• Sustainable farming methods and vineyard management
• More than 60 acres of forested land

Additional Structures

• Separate guest cottage
• Pool house and changing cabana
• Restored vineyard office
• Workshop and utility buildings for ample storage and parking

Updates & Infrastructure

• Metal roofs and exterior improvements across multiple structures
• Foundation strengthening and updated systems
• 60,000-gallon water storage system
• Generac backup generator
• Underground electrical improvements

Location

• Minutes to Forestville, Graton, Guerneville, and Sebastopol
• Convenient access to Healdsburg and Sonoma County Airport
• Centrally located within Sonoma County Wine Country