Exclusive Sierra Foothills Ranch Estate with Panoramic Views
153 Acres • Ponds • Gated Entry
Private Road • Gentleman’s Cattle Ranch
7570 Airola Rd, Vallecito, CA
Located in the Sierra Foothills of Calaveras County, this extraordinary 153-acre luxury ranch estate in Vallecito, California, offers panoramic lake and mountain views, private gated access, multiple ponds, and extensive ranch infrastructure just minutes from Murphys and Angels Camp.
From 7570 Airola Rd, Vallecito, CA, you’re positioned almost directly between Murphys and Angels Camp.
Vallecito, CA is a hidden Sierra Foothills community known for ranch estates, rolling hills, vineyards, and access to New Melones Lake.
Murphys, CA is approximately 4–5 miles northeast, about a 7 to 10 minute drive.
Angels Camp, CA is approximately 4–5 miles southwest, also about a 7 to 10 minute drive.
Experience a rare private ranch estate spanning 153.15 acres in the coveted Airola Road corridor overlooking New Melones Reservoir. Tucked behind a long paved private drive with gated access, this exceptional property blends luxury living, ranch infrastructure, recreation, privacy, and breathtaking Sierra Foothill scenery. Positioned on a peninsula between the Stanislaus River and Coyote Creek near New Melones Reservoir, the property enjoys extraordinary seclusion surrounded by expansive protected public lands.
The main residence offers approximately 3,991 sq ft, with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, expansive living spaces, a large kitchen, an office, additional living and family rooms, view-facing windows, and seamless indoor/outdoor living. Outdoor amenities include a resort-style pool, generous patios, covered entertaining areas, and panoramic views across rolling foothills, vineyards, lakes, and surrounding countryside.
A separate 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom manufactured home overlooks one of the property's year-round ponds and provides ideal flexibility for guests, multigenerational living, caretaker quarters, or extended ranch use. Extensive infrastructure throughout the ranch includes a 24x40 shop with water and power, a detached finished 3-car garage, RV accommodations, solar, a 12,000-gallon water storage and treatment system, 4 wells, 3 year-round ponds, a year-round spring, perimeter and cross fencing, and an established ranch road system.
The land offers a beautiful blend of open pasture, oak-studded hillsides, ridge tops, trails, water features, and usable ranch ground. Located just minutes from Murphys, Angels Camp, Sonora, wineries, recreation, and the Sierra Foothills lifestyle, this is a truly rare legacy property that offers privacy, infrastructure, natural beauty, and irreplaceable scale in a single remarkable setting.
Historical Information
Tucked into the rolling foothills of Calaveras County, 7570 Airola Rd, Vallecito, CA represents more than just a beautiful piece of land — it reflects generations of ranching heritage deeply rooted in California Gold Country history. Even the road itself carries the Airola family name, a lasting reminder of the family’s deep connection to this land and community.
The video below offers a look into the history of the Airola family and their lasting ties to the region, highlighting a legacy shaped by hard work, resilience, and a deep connection to the land. It provides meaningful historical context that helps bring the character and significance of this unique property to life.
Bob Airola is a historic cattle rancher and community leader whose family has lived in California’s Gold Country for nearly two centuries.
Calaveras County Foothills
Located in the scenic foothills of Calaveras County, the property offers a rare balance of privacy, natural beauty, and accessibility. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Vallecito while remaining within convenient reach of Murphys wine country, historic Angels Camp, and year-round recreation in the Sierra Nevada. Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, and the San Francisco Bay Area are all accessible for weekend travel, making this location ideal for both full-time living and a California retreat.
Technical Property Highlights
Property Overview
Approx. 153-acre private ranch estate located off Parrots Ferry Road via Airola Road, a gated, private paved road
County restrictions and private road configuration significantly limit future subdivision and development density
Property positioned on a peninsula bordered by the Stanislaus River on one side and Coyote Creek on the other, terminating near New Melones Reservoir
BLM and Bureau of Reclamation land border the entire backside of the property, providing long-term privacy and development protection
Main residence positioned for exceptional privacy with no close neighboring homes
Approximately 1/2-mile paved private driveway with automatic security gates and coded access
Video surveillance installed at both driveway gates and at the Parrots Ferry Road entrance
Located approximately:
6 miles to Murphys
10 miles to Angels Camp
12 miles to Sonora
1 mile to Columbia Air Attack Base
Pond at Guest Residence
Shop & Utility Infrastructure
24’ x 40’ shop building on concrete foundation with water, power, and concrete slab
Multiple RV cover structures installed
Additional septic infrastructure completed
Dedicated well house and 5,000-gallon water tank installed
Electrical and plumbing improvements completed for shop infrastructure
Well installation with excavation, conduit, piping, and electrical completed
Iron filtration and water softener systems installed
Shop pad and backside ranch road improvements completed
Utilities & Energy
Agricultural well service with AG electrical rate schedule
Main residence operating with Net Energy Metering (solar) program through PG&E
Main residence solar system generated excess power during the recent billing periods
Secondary utility account servicing pump infrastructure
Multiple independent utility service areas across the ranch
Back-up generator
Two residential dwellings:
Main residence with pool and lake/vineyard views
Secondary modular residence overlooking pond and almond orchard
3-car detached finished garage
Covered RV parking structures
Two RV hookup locations
12,000-gallon water storage and treatment system
Four wells servicing the property
Year-round spring
Three year-round ponds
Small almond orchard on drip irrigation system
Residences & Structures
Guest Residence
Main Residence Improvements
House, garage, and well house preparation and repainting completed
Air conditioning upgrades installed
Interior carpet replacement completed
Window blinds/window coverings installed
Kitchen remodel completed
Stamped concrete front porch installed
Pool cover and upgraded pool equipment installed
Pool remodel and patio improvements completed
Pool equipment shed and patio roof additions completed
Second Residence Improvements
Modular residence installed with supporting infrastructure
Separate AC system installed
Dedicated septic system completed
Electrical infrastructure completed
Gate openers installed
Separate well with new pump installed
Pump house, iron filter, and water softener installed
Pond expansion and pond cleanout completed
Additional fencing and carport improvements completed
Offered at $2,600,000
Natural Bridges - Hidden Outdoor Cave and Swimming Hole
Natural Bridges - Hidden Outdoor Cave and Swimming Hole
Just down the road from 7570 Airola Road, Natural Bridges is one of Calaveras County’s hidden outdoor gems — a place where hiking, swimming, cave exploration, and stunning Sierra foothill scenery all come together in one unforgettable adventure. This short but scenic trail leads visitors through oak woodlands and rocky canyon terrain to spectacular limestone caverns carved naturally by Coyote Creek over thousands of years.
During warmer months, the crystal-clear water flowing through the caves creates a one-of-a-kind swimming and tubing experience that draws outdoor enthusiasts from across Northern California. Visitors can explore natural tunnels, cool off in refreshing pools, enjoy wildlife and birdwatching, or simply relax and take in the beauty of this remarkable geological wonder.
Watch the video to experience the excitement, scenery, and adventure that make Natural Bridges such a unique recreational destination near Vallecito.
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