PERFECT FOR A LIFESTYLE CHANGE--19.7-acre Wicky Up Ranch, located 25 miles below Sequoia National Park home come of the worlds largest and oldest living redwood trees, was established in 1898 by Illinois State Senator Fred E. Harding and passed down to relatives through the generations. Included are 18.3 acres of organic navel oranges and 1.4 acres of homes and out-buildings. The main house was constructed of precious Port Orford Cedar in 1901. The woodwork on the walls and ceilings is unique. A lovely 850 sq. ft. wrap-around, screened in veranda meets you as you enter the oversized Dutch-style front doors. The floors are Douglas Fir; some are carpeted. One bathroom has a white-tile floor, the others have new European Marmoleum flooring. There are built-in cabinets, fireplace, side board and a desk in the living room and dining room. Skylights upstairs and down. The large, sunny eat-in kitchen with its terracotta solid vinyl tiles floor, offers "the sun in the morning and the sunset at night" and an antique (useable) cast iron wood/coal cook stove along with black/chrome modern appliances. A water softener and RO water system are installed. All bedrooms, the kitchen, veranda and the living room have ceiling fans.

A large fenced dog kennel and a bird aviary are found in the garden area. The mature trees, including a majestic oak tree, give ample amounts of shade, and the gardens are many and well-cared for with a fish pond and two fountains.

The second house, 2 bedrooms/2 baths with, fireplace, large front deck, is very liveable at 1200 sq. ft., filled with sunlight and with a professionally designed interior. Gas/electric heating/cooling unit. A charming guest house, 10x13 ft. with patio sleeps three. On the property are also a 4-stall stable with tack/work shop, a 2 car garage, and a tool shed with covered potting area.

Wicky Up Ranch holds shares in The Antelope Heights Water District which supplies all irrigation needs. Both houses have in ground submersible pumps a well fed by high water table.

Wicky Up Ranch is located in Tulare County, Naranjo District, surrounded on two sides by hills. This area is known as the "Banana Belt," indicating its warmer-than-usual growing conditions. It's low tax rate is protected by the Williamson Act.

Wicky Up Ranch has operated one of California's finest bed and breakfasts inns since 1997. You may view at www.wickyup.com

This property provides a special opportunity as it gives the owners 3 sources of income: an 11-yr. old bed & breakfast (optional), a rental house and 18.3 acres of organic naval oranges.

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