Saureel is one of Northern California’s most extraordinary legacy estates.
Set across 116.86 private acres, it brings together luxury living, vineyard
production, equestrian excellence, and exceptional lifestyle opportunities
in a way few properties ever can.
Four residences. A private nine-acre lake. Established vineyards. A
world-class equestrian facility anchored by a 21,600-square-foot covered
arena. Every element has been thoughtfully designed, built, and refined.
This is not a property waiting for someone else’s vision. It is a fully
realized estate where luxury, recreation, agriculture, and income potential
exist together on one remarkable property.
More than land. More than beautiful homes. More than impressive amenities.
Saureel is the opportunity to own a legacy that would take years to recreate.
Property film
A closer look at Saureel Vineyards
At a glance
Asking price
$9,000,000
Land
116.86 private acres
Residences
Four separate homes Main residence, historic home, lake house and guest residence.
Main estate
Approximately 7,800 square feet French Country-inspired architecture with six bathrooms, wine cellar, attached guest house and six-car garage with fitness room.
Private lake
Nine-acre lake
Equestrian
21,600-square-foot covered arena Show barn, mare motel, feed barn, outdoor arena and extensive pipe-fenced paddocks.
Vineyard
Established producing vineyard Supported by agricultural infrastructure and water resources.
Set among the rolling hills of the Gold Hill area just outside Placerville, Saureel spans 116.86 acres. It brings together a main residence, three more houses, an equestrian facility built for a working operation, planted vineyard, a private nine-acre lake and four distinct businesses within one luxury estate.
The main residence
The heart of the estate.
Designed in the timeless character of a French Country manor, the main residence spans approximately 7,800 square feet and was thoughtfully positioned to capture panoramic views of the private nine-acre lake, rolling vineyards, and distant Sierra foothills.
Walls of glass draw the landscape into the home, while soaring timber ceilings and an upper gallery create a grand yet welcoming great room that is equally suited for intimate evenings or large-scale entertaining.
The residence blends elegance with everyday comfort, featuring an attached guest house with its own private entrance and kitchen, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, and a six-car garage with an adjoining fitness room. Every detail was designed to create a home that is both impressive and effortlessly livable.
Saureel was never intended to be a single home. It was designed as a family compound where generations can gather, guests can stay in complete privacy, and every residence has a purpose of its own.
Beyond the main estate is a beautifully restored historic home, originally built around 1906 and thoughtfully rebuilt in 1990. A charming lake house sits just steps from the water’s edge, while a separate residence overlooks the vineyard, offering additional space for guests, estate staff, or income-producing opportunities.
With four independent homes, plus the attached guest house at the main residence, Saureel offers a level of flexibility that is rarely found. Whether envisioned as a private family retreat, an entertaining destination, or a multi-generational legacy estate, every residence contributes to a property designed to be lived in, shared, and enjoyed for generations.
At the heart of Saureel’s equestrian facilities is a remarkable 21,600-square-foot covered arena with retractable side doors that transform the space from a protected indoor arena to an open-air riding environment as the seasons change.
Surrounding the arena is an exceptional collection of professional-grade improvements, including a 7,560-square-foot show barn, a 6,750-square-foot mare motel, a 6,400-square-foot feed barn, a full outdoor arena, and more than 20,000 linear feet of steel pipe fencing.
Whether your vision is training, competition, breeding, or simply enjoying horses at home, the infrastructure is already in place. Purposefully designed, beautifully maintained, and rarely found on a private estate, Saureel offers an equestrian experience that is as impressive as the landscape that surrounds it.
21,600 square feet under roof, with the sides open.
Vineyard and infrastructure
The foundation beneath the beauty.
Saureel is more than a remarkable estate. It is a property built to perform.
Set within the acclaimed El Dorado AVA, the established vineyard thrives in decomposed granite and volcanic soils at approximately 1,600 feet in elevation, a setting known for producing exceptional fruit and expressive wines.
Supporting the estate is an extensive network of infrastructure that is rarely found on a private property. Owned solar, agricultural-rate water service, a productive agricultural well, dual water systems, and the private nine-acre lake work together to support the vineyard, equestrian facilities, residences, and the day-to-day operation of the estate.
Behind every beautiful view is decades of thoughtful investment, creating a property that is not only extraordinary to experience, but exceptionally equipped for the future.
Few properties offer the depth and flexibility of Saureel. Over the years, it has welcomed elegant weddings, private celebrations, corporate retreats, equestrian competitions, outdoor concerts, and unforgettable gatherings overlooking the lake and vineyards.
What makes Saureel truly exceptional is the rare combination of luxury residences, productive vineyard, world-class equestrian facilities, and resort-style amenities, all thoughtfully integrated into one extraordinary estate.
Whether your vision is a private family compound, an equestrian destination, a working vineyard, a luxury retreat, or simply a place where generations can gather, the foundation is already here.
The opportunity is not to build the dream. It is to begin living it on day one.
Nine structures. The arena alone is 21,600 square feet.
The 21,600-square-foot covered riding arena alone is larger than all four
residences combined, illustrating the remarkable scale of the property’s
equestrian infrastructure. Complemented by the show barn, mare motel, feed
barn, outdoor arena, and extensive supporting improvements, Saureel offers
a level of investment and functionality that would be extraordinarily
difficult to recreate today.
Residences
Equestrian
Support
Areas in square feet
Residences
Four separate dwellings.
Main residence±approximately 7,800 (approximate, buyer to verify) sq ft
Built in 2009 with French Country-inspired architecture, six bathrooms, a wine cellar, an attached guest house with its own kitchen and entrance, and a six-car garage with an adjoining fitness room. Walls of windows frame the lake and vineyard views.
Historic home3,338 sq ft
Originally built around 1906 and rebuilt in 1990. Restored, with a wraparound porch, its own garden and pool.
Lake house1,500 sq ft
A separate single-story house at the water, opening onto its own lawn. The operator has run it as a short-term rental under the name The Lakehouse.
Guest residence1,050 sq ft
A fourth independent residence overlooking the vineyard, offering space for guests, estate staff or income-producing use.
Equestrian
Built for a working boarding and training operation.
Covered riding arena21,600 sq ft
Large enough to ride and train through a foothill winter, and the single largest structure on the property. The long sides open, so it works as a covered arena in January and an open one in June. The listing agent describes the doors as automatic.
Show barn7,560 sq ft
The primary barn, serving the stalls and both arenas.
Mare motel6,750 sq ft
Covered shelter-and-paddock housing of the kind used for boarding operations.
Feed barn6,400 sq ft
Dedicated hay and feed storage sized to the scale of the equestrian facility.
Support
Garage and fitness room2,500 sq ft
Six bays behind timber carriage doors, with an adjoining fitness room. Bay count per the listing agent’s marketing copy.
The lake
A private nine-acre lake sits at the center of the property. The main residence, the lake house and the lakefront event space all address it.
The vineyard
Planted blocks in the El Dorado AVA, a
high-elevation appellation on decomposed granite and volcanic soils.
The operator lists Malbec, Mourvèdre, Petit Manseng, Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah among the
varieties grown.
Systems
Water
Productive agricultural well with dual agricultural-rate water systems
Sewer
Septic system
Power
220V and 440V service, Owned solar
Outdoor arena
20,000+ linear feet of steel pipe fencing
Square footage and bedroom count are approximate, taken from the listing,
and have not been independently measured. Buyer to verify. Figures marked
±with a plus-minus sign
and areas drawn with a dashed edge are the ones this applies to. Everything
else is sourced from the available property records.
Cold Springs
Where history became legacy.
Cold Springs Road winds through the heart of California Gold Country, just minutes from Coloma, where gold was first discovered in 1848. As the excitement of the Gold Rush faded, the region found lasting prosperity through agriculture. Today, the decomposed granite soils, volcanic terrain, and elevated climate of the Sierra foothills are recognized for producing exceptional vineyards and enduring ranch properties.
The Name
Saureel is a name created by the family who assembled this remarkable estate, combining Sauer, the owner’s family name, with Creel, his mother’s maiden name. Since 2015, the property’s historic pastures have been transformed into thriving vineyards, adding another chapter to the land’s rich history.
More Than a Luxury Estate
Saureel stands apart because it brings together what is rarely found on a single property. Four residences. A private nine-acre lake. An established vineyard. A world-class equestrian facility. Event spaces that have welcomed unforgettable celebrations. Each element complements the next, creating an estate of remarkable depth and versatility.
Who Will Appreciate Saureel
Saureel is designed for those seeking more than a beautiful home. It is for the buyer who values privacy, land, legacy, and the opportunity to shape an extraordinary property around their own vision. Whether enjoyed as a family compound, equestrian estate, vineyard, private retreat, or a combination of all four, Saureel offers possibilities that are as rare as the property itself.
The opportunity
Multiple revenue opportunities. One extraordinary estate.
Saureel offers something rarely found in luxury real estate: an exceptional
private estate with multiple established sources of income, all thoughtfully
integrated into a single property. Continue them as they exist today,
expand them, or shape the estate around your own vision.
Established opportunities
Weddings & Special Events
A breathtaking lakefront setting, restored event barn, bridal salon, and expansive guest parking have made Saureel a sought-after destination for weddings, celebrations, and private events.
Established Vineyard
Productive vineyard blocks within the acclaimed El Dorado AVA provide ongoing wine grape production in one of California’s premier growing regions.
Luxury Vacation Rental
The charming lake house has served as a successful vacation rental, offering guests an unforgettable lakeside experience while creating additional income.
Equestrian Estate
Professional-grade facilities support a wide range of equestrian pursuits, from private enjoyment and training to breeding, events, and other income-producing opportunities.
Your vision
Whether envisioned as a private family compound, a luxury equestrian
estate, an established vineyard, an event destination, or a combination
of all four, Saureel provides the rare opportunity to acquire an estate
where the infrastructure, investment, and possibilities are already in place.
The next chapter is yours to define.
Financial information
Available to qualified buyers.
Saureel has operated as a luxury event venue, producing vineyard, vacation rental, and equestrian estate. Because financial information has not been independently verified, operating statements, historical performance, and supporting documentation are available upon request to qualified buyers who have demonstrated financial capacity and executed an appropriate confidentiality agreement.
As with any significant real estate acquisition, buyers are encouraged to conduct their own independent investigations regarding zoning, permitted uses, property condition, water resources, title, insurance, taxes, and any operational or business components they intend to continue after closing.
Our team will assist qualified buyers in obtaining the information needed to evaluate the property and support a thorough due diligence process.
Location
Between Placerville and Coloma
Saureel Vineyards sits at about 1,600 feet on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada, along the scenic ridge between historic Placerville and Coloma.
Listing address: 1100 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA 95667Property entrance: 1140 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA 95667
Directions lead to the gated property entrance at 1140 Cold Springs Road.
The marker identifies the gated entrance at 1140 Cold Springs Road. Marker
positions are true geographic bearing and distance. Mileages are routed by
road, so they do not match the straight-line spacing.
The ranch complex, with the structures labeled. The labels are part of the photograph as delivered.
Distances from the property
Coloma and Sutter’s Mill
10 minutes/3.6 miles
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, where James Marshall found gold in the tailrace in January 1848 and started the Gold Rush. It is closer to this gate than the town of Placerville is.
US Highway 50
12 minutes/4.9 miles
The Placerville Drive interchange, and from there the main corridor across the Sierra between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe.
Historic Downtown Placerville
13 minutes/6.5 miles
The El Dorado County seat, with Main Street, the county offices and the courthouse. Placerville was called Hangtown during the Gold Rush and kept the street grid that came with it.
Marshall Medical Center
16 minutes/7.5 miles
The region’s hospital, on Marshall Way in Placerville.
Apple Hill
23 minutes/13.0 miles
The orchard and ranch district east of Placerville that draws heavy visitor traffic through the autumn. It is the reason this region has an established agritourism economy.
Folsom Lake
33 minutes/16.8 miles
Browns Ravine, and the western edge of the Sacramento commute.
Downtown Sacramento
about 1 hour/45.9 miles
The state capital, measured to the Capitol.
Sacramento International Airport
about 1 hour 15 minutes/57.4 miles
The region’s primary commercial airport.
South Lake Tahoe
about 1 hour 35 minutes/66.3 miles
Lake Tahoe’s south shore, Heavenly, and the Nevada state line. Winter conditions and weekend ski traffic extend this considerably.
Routed by road from the property entrance.
Free-flow estimates: they do not model traffic, weather, Highway 50 chain
control, or Apple Hill and Tahoe seasonal congestion.
El Dorado AVA
The property lies within the El Dorado American Viticultural Area, a high-elevation appellation established in 1983 and known for Rhône and Italian varieties.
Gold Country
Gold was discovered at Sutter’s Mill in Coloma in January 1848, three and a half miles north of this gate. The mining camp of Cold Springs, which gave this road its name, was one of the settlements that followed.
An established visitor economy
Apple Hill, the county’s wineries and the Highway 50 corridor to Tahoe bring sustained visitor traffic through this area. That existing demand is the context in which an event venue and a short-term rental on this property have operated.
About the listing broker
Andrea Lembach
Broker Associate · Lembach Group at Keller Williams Realty
CalDRE #01900099
Andrea Lembach is a Broker Associate with Keller Williams Realty and the founder of the Lembach Group, specializing in luxury estates, ranches, vineyards, and equestrian properties throughout Northern California.
As a foothill property owner herself, Andrea understands the unique considerations that accompany exceptional land. Water resources, agricultural operations, septic systems, wildfire preparedness, insurability, and county regulations are not unfamiliar challenges. They are part of the conversations she has every day with buyers and sellers of complex rural estates.
Representing a property like Saureel requires more than marketing. It requires experience, strategic guidance, and the ability to connect qualified buyers with the information, resources, and specialists needed to evaluate a property of this scale with confidence.
Andrea is committed to providing a level of service that reflects the caliber of the estate she represents.
Saureel Vineyards is a 116.86-acre luxury estate in Placerville, California, featuring four separate residences, a private nine-acre lake, an established vineyard within the El Dorado AVA, and a world-class equestrian facility with a 21,600-square-foot covered arena. The estate also includes event facilities, extensive agricultural infrastructure, and multiple income-producing opportunities.
How large is Saureel Vineyards?
The property encompasses 116.86 private acres in the Sierra foothills of El Dorado County. The estate includes four residences, a private lake, established vineyards, professional equestrian facilities, event spaces, and supporting infrastructure designed for both luxury living and agricultural operations.
How many homes are on the property?
Saureel features four separate residences, including the approximately 7,800-square-foot main estate, a beautifully restored historic home, a charming lake house, and a separate guest residence. An attached guest house at the main residence provides additional private accommodations, creating exceptional flexibility for family, guests, or estate staff.
Is Saureel Vineyards an investment property?
Saureel offers a rare combination of luxury lifestyle and income potential. The estate has supported weddings and special events, wine grape production, a successful vacation rental, and equestrian operations. Financial information is available to qualified buyers upon request.
What equestrian facilities are included?
The equestrian facilities include a 21,600-square-foot covered arena with retractable side doors, a 7,560-square-foot show barn, a 6,750-square-foot mare motel, a 6,400-square-foot feed barn, an outdoor arena, and more than 20,000 linear feet of steel pipe fencing. During the 2021 Caldor Fire, the property served as an official large-animal evacuation site, housing more than 500 animals and demonstrating the exceptional scale and capability of the facility.
Where is Saureel Vineyards located?
Saureel is located at 1100 Cold Springs Road in Placerville, California, with the private gated entrance accessed from 1140 Cold Springs Road. The estate is situated in the heart of the Sierra foothills, approximately one hour east of Sacramento and within the acclaimed El Dorado AVA.
How do I schedule a private showing?
Private tours are available by appointment through Andrea Lembach of the Lembach Group at Keller Williams Realty. Because Saureel is a private estate, showings are scheduled in advance, and proof of funds or lender qualification may be requested before confirming an appointment.
Do you work with buyer’s agents?
Yes. Buyer representation is welcomed. Buyer agents are encouraged to contact Andrea Lembach directly to arrange private showings and receive additional property information. As with any luxury estate, appointments are coordinated in advance to ensure privacy and accommodate ongoing operations on the property.
Is Saureel Vineyards a wedding venue?
Saureel has hosted weddings, private celebrations, corporate events, and outdoor concerts in its spectacular lakefront setting. Buyers interested in continuing or expanding event operations can request additional information from the listing broker.
What makes Saureel different from other luxury estates in Northern California?
Few properties combine four residences, an established vineyard, a private nine-acre lake, world-class equestrian facilities, and multiple revenue opportunities on more than 116 acres. Saureel offers a combination of luxury, privacy, infrastructure, and versatility that is exceptionally rare in Northern California.
Some properties are impressive. Some become destinations. Very few become legendary.
This is Saureel.
Next step
See it in person
Saureel Vineyards is a private, working property. Showings are by
appointment, arranged through Andrea Lembach.
Proof of funds or lender pre-approval may be requested before access.
Financial records and the disclosure package are released to qualified
buyers under confidentiality.
