| One of Sacramento's most historic homes is now on the market. In 1922, Dr. Junius Harris, a prominent surgeon, engaged an army of craftsmen to construct a Dutch Colonial home for his family "out in the country" on a gorgeous piece of land with stately oaks and native trees. Throughout the years, it became the gathering place for Hollywood celebrities and political leaders of the time. Max Baer, Earl Warren, Ancil Hoffman and even Walt Disney would have been some of the guests entertained at the estate.
All doors and windows were manufactured on site. The timbers are first cut lumber from the Sierra Nevadas. The walls are hand thrown lathe and plaster covered with canvas to provide a surface like a fine art painting. French doors open from almost every room to walk out to the beautiful, serene grounds. The first story is moss rock, a volcanic rock brought down from Loomis. Today, modern appliances, energy efficient features and a timeless decor have been woven in to the original fabric of the home. With over 3300 square feet of living area, the home has four bedrooms and three and a half original baths. Sculptured swans adorn the pool. There's a detached three-car garage with a guest apartment--all original construction.
For almost ninety years, the estate has been lovingly maintained by the Harris family. And for the first time, it is now offered for sale. Fran Dixon of Ellington Properties has been selected a the exclusive marketing agent of this property listed for $795,000.
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