Timeless Tales, Extraordinary Spaces…….

In 1926, San Francisco hotel heiress Margaret Stewart commissioned the legendary architect Julia Morgan to design a secluded country estate in the heart of Humboldt County. Envisioned as part of a grand 1,290-acre resort community developed by the Benbow family, the estate would become a treasured retreat now known as Julia Morgan Redwood Grove.

Best known for her iconic work on Hearst Castle in San Simeon, Julia Morgan was California’s first licensed female architect and one of the most prolific and influential designers of the 20th century. Over her lifetime, she designed more than 700 buildings across the state, pioneering the use of reinforced concrete and blending structural innovation with a deep reverence for nature.

Julia Morgan Redwood Grove is a stunning expression of her Craftsman-Tudor style, featuring gabled roofs, elegant stonework, and exposed wooden beams hewn from local redwood. Delicate artistic details—birds, stags, rosettes, and leaves—grace the home’s architecture, reflecting her signature connection to the natural world.

Set on a privately owned three-acre estate, the property includes a year-round cutting garden ideal for weddings, family reunions, company events, and fundraising gatherings. Limited on-site lodging accommodations are also available for honeymoons, anniversary escapes, and short-term stays.

The estate offers private, docent-led tours by advance reservation. Guests are invited to stroll the meandering pathways, explore the historic interiors, and experience the magic of Julia Morgan’s work up close. Tours include a brief history of the region and the estate, insight into Morgan’s architectural legacy, and a rare glimpse into one of Humboldt County’s most enchanting hidden treasures.