HomeMy WebLinkAboutPierce Road 14820HISTORIC RESOURCES INVENTORY ( #50)
IDENTIFICATION
1. Common name: None
2. Historic name: Paul Masson Mountain Hunting Lodge
3. Street or rural address: 14820 Pierce Road
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070
4. Parcel number: 503 -72 -33
5. Present Owner: Marie Rose Gaspar
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070
Ownership is: Public: Private: X
County: Santa Clara
Address: P.O. Box 898
6. Present Use: Residence Original. Use: Residence
DESCRIPTION
7a. Architectural style: French-Chateau (Burgundy region)
7b. Briefly describe the present physical appearance of the site or
structure and describe any major alterations from its original
condition:
This is a red used -brick building of traditional proportions for a
Burgundy region chateau. It is two stories in height and has
cylindrical towers topped with reverse cones clad in wood shingle
roofing. The remainder-of the roof is a typical French mansard of wood
shingles, and is punctuated by flat arched dormers. The wood sash and
french doors appear symmetrically around the building and there is a
one -story wing at the north side. The home is situated at the end of a
long drive with a brick carriage house /caretakers home to the left
before entering the paved entry court. The property was recently
subdivided, and the land remaining around-the house is planted in
vineyards. The property is enclosed by an iron fence and entry gates,
recently erected by the present owner.
(photograph here)
8. Construction date:
Estimated:
Factual: 1936
9. Architect:
Henry C. Smith
10. Builder: Unknown
11. Approx. prop. size
Frontage:
Depth:
approx. acreage: 2.83
12. Date(s) of enclosed
photograph(s): 1988
13. Condition: Excellent: X
14. Alterations:
Good: Fair: Deteriorated:
No longer in existence:
15. Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary)
Open land: Scattered buildings: X Densely built -up:
Residential: X Industrial: Commercial: Other:
16. Threats to site: None known: X Private development:
Vandalism: Public Works project: Other:
17. Is the structure: On its original site? ,X Moved?
18. Related features: Red brick carriage house
Zoning:
Unknown?
SIGNIFICANCE
19. Briefly state historical and /or architectural importance (include dates,
events, and persons associated with the site).
Paul Masson came to California from France in' 1878. He married Louise
Lefranc, daughter of Charles Lefranc, owner of the largest vineyard in
Santa Clara County at the time, and eventually he became a partner and
manager of the company. He began the winery on Pierce Road in 1896 after
purchasing the property from the Rodoni family. After retiring in 1936 he
built for his use a typical Burgundy country chateau on 14 acres across
Pierce -:Road from the entrance to his Mountain Winery. Although he never
actually lived here, he lunched here as his health permitted. His home with
Mrs. Masson was in San Jose. According to the present owner, Mr. Masson
was laid in state in the living room of his chateau prior to his burial.
He died-:in 1940 at the age of 81 years.
20. Main theme of the historic resource:
(If more than one is checked, number
in order of importance.)
Architecture: X Arts /Leisure
Economic /Industrial:
Exploration /Settlement:
Government: Military:
Religion: Social /Ed.:
21. Sources (List books, documents,
surveys, personal interviews and
their dates).
F. Cunningham, Saratoga's First
Hundred Years, 1967; Interview with
Marie. Rose Gaspar, 1988.
22. Date form prepared: 4/88
By (name): SHPC
Organization: City of Saratoga
Address: 13777 Fruitvale Ave.
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070
Phone: 867 -3438
Locational sketch map (draw and label site and
surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks):
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IDENTIFICATION
CULTURAL RESOURCES INVENTORY
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Present Owner
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Other Past Uses
DESCRIPTION
Briefly describe the present physical appearance of the site or structure and describe any major
alterations from its original condition:
Approximate property size:
Lot size (in feet) Frontage
Depth
or approximate acreage_ ID ,g A
Condition (check one):
Excellent M Good ( ) Fair ( )
. �riorated ( )' No longer in existence ( )
Is the feature:
Altered? (J Unaltered? ( )
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and surrounding streets, roads, and pro-
minent landmarks)
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Threats to site:
None known ( ) Private Development ( )
Vandalism ( ) Other ( )
Primary exterior building material:
Zoning ( ) Public.Works Project ( )
Stone ( ) Brick ( ) Stucco ( ) Adobe ( ) Wood (�O
Is the structure:
On its original site? (�4) Moved? ( ) Unknown ( )
Year of initial construction 19 3(,P- This date is
Architect (if known)
Builder ( if known)
Related features:
Barn ( ) Carriage House .(X) Outhouse ( )
Watertower /Tankhouse ( ) Other ( )
SIGNIFICANCE
Other ( )
Factual ( ) Estimated ()e)
Shed(s) ( ) Formal garden(s) ( ) Windmill ( )
None
Briefly state historical and /or architectural, importance,,,(include dates,.events, and persons
associated with the site when known):
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Sn Jose.
Source (books, documents, surveys, personal interviews, and their dates):
Cunnin haver, , Sacakc -has- - ir5s 4undrp-8 �eay-S , 1 q�i
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13777 FRUITVALE AVENUE • SARATOGA. CALIFORNIA 95070
(408) 867 -3438
Mrs. Marie Rose Gaspar
P.O. Box 898
Saratoga, CA 95070
Dear Mrs. Gaspar:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Karen Anderson
Martha Clevenger
Joyce Hlava
David Moyles
Donald Peterson
The Saratoga Heritage Preservation Commission has recently
completed a comprehensive Inventory of historic resources in our
community. We are pleased to notify you that your residence at
14820 Pierce Road meets the criteria for being included on this
list.
The purpose of the Heritage Resource Inventory 'is to establish a
list of documented historic properties in Saratoga. The Heritage
Preservation Commission was assigned the responsibility for
preparing the Inventory by the City Council in 1982. Each
property on the list has been identified as reflecting and being a
part of the unique history of Saratoga. The Inventory has been
prepared in'accordance with guidelines established by the State
Office of Historic Preservation,' with data gathered from a
variety of sources, including historic documents and books,
interviews with local citizens, -and existing county and state
inventories that contain information on Saratoga properties.
Being listed on the'Inventory does not carry any form of special
requirements or restriction's' affecting the use, improvement,
alteration or even the demolition of your property. As an
Inventory property, however, you will be able to make use of the
State Historic Building Code, an alternative set of building
regulations that are intended to facilitate the rehabilitation and
preservation of historic buildings. In addition, your property
may qualify for designation as a Saratoga Heritage Landmark, a
special category of outstanding and exemplary historic properties
that are identified in the community by a handsome bronze plaque.
We have enclosed the entire Inventory list and the individual
Inventory form for your property, which gives information about
the building, the property and its history. We would appreciate
your review of this form to let us know if there are any changes
or additions to the form you wish to include. ' We also anticipate
that there are additional historic resources in the community that
we may have overlooked or have not fully documented yet; if you
know of any that are not on the list, please let us know.
If you have any questions, please direct them to the Commission
through Valerie Young, our staff person,at City Hall (86773438).
One of the Commissioners will be happy to meet with you to discuss
the Inventory and answer any questions you may have.
sincerely,
Members of the Heritage Preservation Commission
Elizabeth Ansnes
Roy Cameron
Norm Koepernik
Shar 9,n andsness
Bar2u& Voeste►r
arren Heid, Chairman
HISTORIC RESOURCES INVENTORY ( #50)
IDENTIFICATION
1. Common name: None
2. Historic name: Paul Masson Mountain Lodge
3. Street or rural address: 14820 Pierce Road
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070
4. Parcel number: 503 -72 -33
5. Present Owner: Marie Rose Gaspar
City: Saratoga Zip: 95071
Ownership is: Public: Private: X
6. Present Use: Residence Original Use:
County: Santa Clara
Address: P.O. Box 898
Residence
DESCRIPTION
7a. Architectural style: French Chateau (Burgundy region)
7b. Briefly describe the present physical appearance of the site or
structure and describe any major alterations from its original
condition:
This is a red used -brick building of traditional proportions for a
Burgundy region chateau. It is two stories in height and has
cylindrical towers topped with reverse cones clad in wood shingle
roofing. The remainder of the roof is a typical French mansard of wood
shingles, and is punctuated by flat arched dormers. The wood sash and
french doors appear symmetrically around the building and there is a
one -story wing at the north side. The home is situated at the end of a
long drive with a brick carriage house /caretakers home to the left
before entering the paved entry court. The property was recently
subdivided, and the land remaining around the house is planted in
vineyards. The property is enclosed by an iron fence and entry gates,
recently erected by the present owner.
(photograph here)
8. Construction date:
Estimated:
Factual: 1936
9. Architect:
Henry C. Smith
10. Builder: Unknown
11. Approx. prop. size
Frontage:
Depth:
approx. acreage: 2.83
12. Date(s) of enclosed
photograph(s): 1988
13. Condition: Excellent: X
14. Alterations:
Good: Fair: Deteriorated:
No longer in existence:
15. Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary)
Open land: Scattered buildings: X Densely built -up:
Residential: X Industrial: Commercial: Other:
16. Threats to site: None known: X Private development:
Vandalism: Public Works project: Other:
17. Is the structure: On its original site? X Moved?
18. Related features: Red brick carriage house
Zoning:
Unknown?
SIGNIFICANCE
19. Briefly state historical and /or architectural importance (include dates,
events, and persons associated with the site).
Paul Masson came to California from France in 1878. He married Louise
Lefranc, daughter of Charles Lefranc, owner of the largest vineyard in
Santa Clara County at the time, and eventually he became a partner and
manager of the company. He began the winery on Pierce Road in 1896 after
purchasing the property from the Rodoni family. After retiring in 1936 he
built for his use a typical Burgundy country chateau on 14 acres across
Pierce Road from the entrance to his Mountain Winery. Although he never
actually lived here, he lunched here as his health permitted. He
entertained friendshere from 1 -4 p.m. each day, serving the champagne for
which he became famous. His home with Mrs. Masson was in San Jose.
According to the present owner, Mr. Masson was laid in state in the living
room of his chateau prior to his burial. He died in 1940 at the age of 81
years.
20. Main theme of the historic resource:
(If more than one is checked, number
in order of importance.)
Architecture: X Arts /Leisure:
Economic /Industrial:
Exploration /Settlement:
Government: Military:
Religion: Social /Ed.:
21. Sources (List books, documents,
surveys, personal interviews and
their dates).
F. Cunningham, Saratoga's First
Hundred Years, 1967; Interview with
Marie Rose Gaspar, 1988.
22. Date form prepared: 4/88
By (name): SHPC
Organization: City of Saratoga
Address: 13777 Fruitvale Ave.
City: Saratoga Zip: 95070
Phone: 867 -3438
Locational sketch map (draw and label site and
surrounding streets, roads, and prominent landmarks):
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6. Present Use: „�til.0 Original
DESCRIPTION �, ` _ ,,//'
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7b. Briefly describe the present physical appearance of the site or structure and desc any tajoralteradons from its
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9. Architect
10. Builder
11. Approx. property size .(in feet)
Frontage Dep
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12. Date(s) of enclosed photograph(s)
13. Condition: Excellent --ood Fair Deteriorated No longer in existence
14. Alterations:
15. Surroundings: (Check more than one if necessary) Open land O .Scattered buildings Densely built -up
Residential Industrial —Commercial Other:
16. Threats to site: None known—,—Private development Zoning Vandalism
Public Works project Other:
17. Is the structure: On its original site? Moved? Unknown?
18. Related features: Ll�Q,[ lw� ow 11-( vLlee
SIGNIFICANCE
19. Briefly state historical and /or architectural importance (include dates, events, and persons associated with the site.)
20. Main theme of the historic resource: (If more than one is
checked, number in order of importance.)
Architecture 1/ Arts & Leisure
Economic /Industrial Exploration /Settlement
Government . Military
Religion Social /Education
21. Sources (List books, documents, surveys, personal interviews
and their dates).
22. Date form prepared
By (name)
Organization
Address:
City
Phone:
Zip
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