'The Mitchell Ranch' An origin story dating back to 1861 when early coastal pioneer Michael Donohue was said to be searching for a place where he could have 'The hills at his back and the sea at his feet'. Owned by the same family dynasty for over 160 years, the original ranch encompassed what is now the town of Elk (formerly Greenwood). The Donohue House stands with prominence and prestige on nearly 200 acres at the foot of the hills; in full view of the town. This over 2,500 sqft 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 story home with detached garage and loft has been well cared for over time. For years, the family raised the famous Cuffey's Cove red potato in which they shipped to San Francisco just a few hours south of the ranch. In addition the ranch has been used for raising sheep, cattle and harvesting timber off the land. The ranch offers panoramic ocean-views as far as the eye can see from nearly every angle. From bluff-top to over 800 feet of elevation the ranch offers unparalleled south facing views over the town of Elk, Manchester Beach and the Point Arena Light House. In addition, the property sits adjacent to the world renowned Harbor House a Michelin Two-Starred restaurant. For over 160 years, the ranch has stood as a monument to the great legacy of the founders of the community of Elk. But now as the last rays of golden sun cast across the banks of Greenwood, the tides of everlasting change bring forth the opportunity for a new legacy to be forged in time.
Sold for $2,500,000 on 01/08/25
Listing Provided by:
Justin Nadeau DRE #02089439 707-964-3610,
Mendo Sotheby's International Realty, Fort Bragg Branch
$2,500,000
5801 S Highway 1, Elk, CA 95432
3beds
2,538sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
199 Acres Lot
$2,592,500 Zestimate®
$985/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 13, 2025 at 06:22pm
Listing Provided by:
Justin Nadeau DRE #02089439 707-964-3610,
Mendo Sotheby's International Realty, Fort Bragg Branch
Bought with:
Peter White, DRE #01132984
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Source: CRMLS,MLS#: C1-10769
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,538 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Uncovered
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Livestock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Ocean,Water
Lot
- Size: 199 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Sprinklers None
Details
- Additional parcels included: 1271400300
- Parcel number: 1271500100
- Zoning: RL 160
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Rural
Location
- Region: Elk
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan