Nicholas Carriger Estate

The Nicholas Carriger Estate is a property spanning 16 acres with buildings dating from the mid-1800s in Sonoma. The main residence was constructed in 1847, alongside a smaller replica structure built in 1860 and a winery added in 1875.

Nicholas Carriger acquired the land following the California Gold Rush in the 1850s and developed it into his estate. This period marked the shift from Spanish land grants to American settlement and agricultural development in the region.

The property reflects how early American settlers shaped the valley and influenced the region's wine industry from the mid-1800s onward. Walking through the grounds, you notice how the buildings and landscape tell the story of this transformation.

The property sits on Carriger Road and features natural spring water that flows through the hillside terrain. Wear sturdy shoes for exploring the uneven grounds and allow time to walk through multiple buildings and the surrounding acreage.

A sealed box containing Carriger family items and historical documents from Sonoma was placed in the winery's foundation during 1875 construction. This time capsule remains unopened and serves as a mysterious archive within the building's walls.