Explore one of Sacramento area’s most lavish estates. ‘Owner spared no expense’
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- Property tour highlights 7,200 sqft Tuscan mansion listed at $5.5M.
- Owner invested artisanal finishes, custom theater, vineyard and collector garage.
- Market data shows luxury segment grew faster; pricing and buyer demand vary.
A 7,200-square-foot Tuscan-style mansion for sale in a wealthy Sacramento area enclave is a work of art and a tribute to unsparing attention, care and uncompromising grandeur.
The magnificence of the palatial estate — which blends Tuscan romance with California ease — is unmistakable as soon as you drive through one of its two private gates and up the pristine, reddish terracotta-brick driveway.
Walk through the iron gate into the small, lush courtyard and an arched doorway framed in brick presents itself. The entry hints at the marvels inside and beyond.
“This house has high-quality craftsmanship throughout — the owner spared no expense,” Ryan Lundquist, Sacramento appraiser and housing market analyst, said in an email. “Sometimes you can tell a house is going to be special just by the front door. This one has a gigantic Romanesque door with surrounding brick, and it’s a gateway into a really impressive home. Buyers at this price point are looking for something special.”
They will find it at 9345 King Road in Loomis, California. The four-bedroom, seven-bathroom estate — plus a one-bedroom, one-bathroom guest house — on more than five acres is for sale for $5.5 million.
A grand estate emerges
“It’s grand,” listing agent Nick Sadek of Nick Sadek’s Sotheby’s International Realty said.
Loomis, a town where country roads and rural sophistication converge, is 25 miles northeast of Sacramento.
Businessman Joseph Bullock, CEO of Black Mountain Properties, purchased the property in 2013, according to public property records, LinkedIn and company profiles. A previous home was removed to make way for the regal compound.
Many people know Bullock’s King Road home for its sensational Christmastime displays. But it doesn’t need any extra ornamentation to stand out as one of the region’s finest on any given day.
“Experience elevated country living in this extraordinary Loomis estate,” the property listing states.
Inside, a sweeping staircase of handmade wrought iron coils around a temperature-controlled wine closet—one of the home’s two temples of oenology. Here, wine lovers can store up to 500 bottles in bespoke, climate-controlled comfort. And outside, a stone-built wine house accommodates nearly 4,000 more bottles, with redwood shelving, mood lighting and a private tasting patio overlooking the spring-fed pond.
The stairwell’s soaring dome ceiling features a hand-painted reproduction of Botticelli’s La Primavera — one of many frescoes created by three artists on ceilings and walls throughout the estate, according to Sotheby’s International Realty marketing material. Mezzanine balconies, soaring ceilings, expansive windows, stylish architectural curves and a luxurious chandelier suspended from an elegant medallion showcase the main living area.
A classic fireplace, graceful Romanesque columns and a refined wet bar round out the first impression upon entering the residence. In the adjacent family room, hand-distressed solid cedar beams exude a more relaxed but equally dazzling ambiance.
The chef’s kitchen, outfitted with honed marble floors and custom alder cabinetry, is outfitted with premium appliances, such as the high-end La Cornue gas and electric range, dual Shaw farmhouse sinks, two Bosch dishwashers, Sub-Zero refrigerator system, a center island and generous prep space. There’s a butler’s pantry steps away. The kitchen flows effortlessly to a covered patio.
Morning espresso in bedroom
The 1,100-square-foot primary suite with wide-plank walnut floors is refined and stunning. The bedroom has a large marble fireplace, romantic sitting area and a coffee/espresso station — or morning kitchen — behind wood-and-glass doors. French doors lead out to a secret garden.
The opulent primary bathroom has a 75-inch Kohler, step-up spa tub and separate walk-in closet fit for royalty.
A homage to Hollywood’s glory days, the upstairs home movie theater is pure escapist magic. There, every night is premiere night. Guests step through a set of glimmering marquee doors with a bespoke entrance under a “CINEMA” sign lit up like a Broadway premiere.
Inside, it’s showtime. Rich scarlet panels, gold trim, hand-selected vintage film posters, ornate ceilings, plush patterned carpet and velvet-finished acoustic panels all radiate sophistication. Movie-goers can settle into tiers of indulgent leather recliners outfitted with personal trays—ideal for cocktails and popcorn.
Also upstairs, family and guests can also access a sweeping balcony, game and media rooms and private laundry.
Spread across the estate are multiple loggias, tranquil courtyards, a garden court, pool and serene year-round pond with a dock. The outdoors setting is one of abundant natural beauty among wonderful, often whimsical sculptures. The swimming pool features an automated waterfall.
A lavish outdoor kitchen comes with pizza oven, a grill and heaters.
A walk around the grounds shows the pride of ownership. The home and yard are kept in immaculate condition thanks to a full-time maintenance crew, Sadek said.
For the automobile enthusiast
The nearly 2,600-square-foot car collector’s garage—complete with car lift, workshop, commercial doors, climate control and a sound system—will thrill automobile enthusiasts.
A separate, 1,200-square-foot guest house evokes the rustic charm of Tahoe with its stone fireplace, bedroom loft, full bath, kitchenette and workshop—a sanctuary for company or multigenerational living.
The estate is equestrian-ready, according to Sotheby’s International Realty, with a grand barn and room for horses to roam. Additional amenities include a gym, library, multiple offices, a dog kennel with AstroTurf, a whimsical tree house, and even a smart home control center for effortless living.
The remarkable estate may be priced right in a fairly strong luxury housing market.
“The ADU, vineyard, extra garage and movie theater are all positives (for high-net-worth) homebuyers,” Lundquist said.
Since 2020, there have been 10 sales on MLS in the Sacramento region that have fetched $5 million or more, and four have been located in Loomis.
“Last year we saw a little less than 1% more total home sales in the Sacramento region, which was nice to see, but the higher-end market saw 8% growth,” he said. “This is a good reminder that different parts of the market don’t always have the same trend.
“My sense is the higher-end has done better since these buyers are less influenced by what rates do, and they have money to make moves. At the same time, overpricing is still an issue in this market segment.”
