Castro Adobe, Historic adobe house in Watsonville, United States.
The Castro Adobe spans two stories with earthen walls, featuring traditional Mexican architectural elements and wide verandas overlooking the Pajaro Valley.
Built between 1848 and 1849, this rancho hacienda was constructed by Jose Joaquin Castro following his receipt of the San Andres land grant.
The second floor contains a dedicated fandango room where numerous social gatherings and traditional Mexican dances took place throughout the 19th century.
Access to the Castro Adobe requires advance registration for monthly open house events, which include guided tours and demonstrations of traditional activities.
The structure contains carved wall graffiti from 1933 made by sailors of the USS Tennessee, preserving an unexpected connection to maritime history.
Location: Santa Cruz County
GPS coordinates: 36.94611,-121.81111
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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