5454 Hillsborough Dr

Welcome to this breathtaking French-style Chateau estate hidden away amidst 24.5 acres of rolling hills reminiscent of the serene Provence countryside. Built in 1993 by industrial architect Robert Downey, the estate spans a total of 13,628 square feet, with 8,612 square feet dedicated to the main living area. It features 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, including a caretaker's space on the main level, a multi-car garage and extensive storage space. Adorned with dramatic sculptures and native plantings, the property offers unparalleled privacy and luxury. This grand estate unfolds along a tree-lined winding drive, revealing a sweeping circular driveway nestled between the home and a sculpture garden flanked by stately hornbeam trees. The elegant yet rustic oversized wood arched French country-style doors serve as the entry focal point, inviting you into a three-story masterpiece. The Chateau is both discreet and inviting, providing seclusion while remaining close to modern amenities. Petaluma downtown and The Square in Sonoma are mere minutes away in either direction, with easy access to HWY 101 for a quick jaunt to the San Francisco Bay Area. The estate's timeless elegance is showcased through its four stately chimneys, each anchoring a grand fireplace that adds warmth and sophistication to its spacious interiors. The home features double-height French multi-paned glass doors, triple-height ceilings, and herringbone brick-laid floors, combined with knotty pine that brings a rustic yet refined ambiance. Arched balconies at the end of hallways, adorned with intricate wrought iron railings, overlook the lower levels, offering breathtaking views of the grand spaces below. The Chateau seamlessly blends architecture and nature, while the surrounding grounds offer a canvas of potential—a haven for a hobby vineyard or fragrant lavender fields. The estate also includes unique Parisian touches, such as a baby blue powder room, a navy blue clawfoot tub, and a copper soaking tub, along with spacious storage for wine and equipment. Previously used to feature art exhibits, the home is ripe with opportunities for multiple uses, whether it be a Ledson Wine Castle-like scenario or B&B opportunities, should zoning allow. For those seeking a life of self-sufficiency and sustainability, the estate offers the unique opportunity to live off-grid, while surrounded by the unparalleled beauty and tranquility of bucolic East Side Petaluma countryside. The gated entry, with its stone columns and telecom access code panel, further ensures your privacy and security. The Chateau is not just a home; it’s a lifestyle, a retreat, and an artistic sanctuary waiting to be discovered.