$2,400,000
Porterville, CA 93257
MLS# 239066
5 beds | 5 baths | 2100 sqft
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Property Description
A rare opportunity to own two Harry Gesner designed residences on 200+ acres in the California foothills. Known for his sculptural lines, organic forms and seamless connection to nature, Gesner created homes that feel alive with artistry and intention. This remarkable property captures that spirit with two of his designs plus an additional guest dwelling, all set against sweeping views and complete privacy. The main home is a round 3 bedroom 3 bath retreat that reflects Gesner's signature style with warm natural materials from the area and light that shifts beautifully throughout the day. The living spaces invite you to relax and take in the landscape, and the private pool creates the perfect setting for outdoor living. The second residence is a round 1 bedroom 1 bath showcase featuring an unforgettable fireplace that feels like functional art. Its outdoor kitchen expands the living space to take in natural views and make gatherings effortless. Nearby is a charming studio with a bathroom, ideal for guests, artists or multi-generational living. Across the 200 acres you'll find former orange and lemon groves, open land for cattle and long views that stretch across the valley and up toward the mountains. A few Washington navel oranges remain for personal use. With ample acreage and ideal growing conditions, plus water shares in the South Tule Independent Ditch Company, there is significant potential to replant citrus. The property also includes a functional shop and covered storage spaces, perfectly suited for farm equipment and agricultural operations. Open ground could be used for an equestrian facility with plenty of area and trails to explore. A building pad with infrastructure provides an additional home site. Only 2 miles from Lake Success, a short drive from River Island Country Club or the Porterville airport, and near the gateway of the Sequoia National Forest, the setting offers the kind of privacy rarely found in properties of this scale.
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Property Information
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
New Construction: No
Stories: 2
Bedrooms: 5
Year Built Source: Owner
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Full Baths: 1
Total Baths: 5
Three Quarter Baths: 4
Half Baths: 0
APN: 284480018000
Quarter Baths: 0
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
SqFt Source: Owner
Lot Acres: 200
Lot SqFt: 8712000
Lot Size Source: Owner
Lot Dimensions: irregular
Common Interest: None
Area: Porterville SE
Street #: 31898
Approx Square Feet: 2100
Street Name: Success Valley Drive
Suffix: Drive
Year Built: 1965
State/Province: CA
Zip Code: 93257
County: Tulare
Listing Information
List Price/SqFt: 1142.86
Original List Price: 2400000
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2025-12-05
Listing Price: 2400000
Current Price: $2,400,000
Showing Information
Directions to Property: From Highway 65, go east on Highway 190 for 8 miles to Success Valley Drive. Turn right. Property is 1.8 miles on left hand side.
Remarks
Marketing Remarks: A rare opportunity to own two Harry Gesner designed residences on 200+ acres in the California foothills. Known for his sculptural lines, organic forms and seamless connection to nature, Gesner created homes that feel alive with artistry and intention. This remarkable property captures that spirit with two of his designs plus an additional guest dwelling, all set against sweeping views and complete privacy.
The main home is a round 3 bedroom 3 bath retreat that reflects Gesner's signature style with warm natural materials from the area and light that shifts beautifully throughout the day. The living spaces invite you to relax and take in the landscape, and the private pool creates the perfect setting for outdoor living.
The second residence is a round 1 bedroom 1 bath showcase featuring an unforgettable fireplace that feels like functional art. Its outdoor kitchen expands the living space to take in natural views and make gatherings effortless. Nearby is a charming studio with a bathroom, ideal for guests, artists or multi-generational living.
Across the 200 acres you'll find former orange and lemon groves, open land for cattle and long views that stretch across the valley and up toward the mountains. A few Washington navel oranges remain for personal use. With ample acreage and ideal growing conditions, plus water shares in the South Tule Independent Ditch Company, there is significant potential to replant citrus.
The property also includes a functional shop and covered storage spaces, perfectly suited for farm equipment and agricultural operations. Open ground could be used for an equestrian facility with plenty of area and trails to explore. A building pad with infrastructure provides an additional home site.
Only 2 miles from Lake Success, a short drive from River Island Country Club or the Porterville airport, and near the gateway of the Sequoia National Forest, the setting offers the kind of privacy rarely found in properties of this scale.
General Information
Garage: Yes
Pool: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 4
HOA: No
Fireplace: Yes
Horse Property: Yes
Spa: No
Solar YN: No
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Y/N: Yes
Additional Parcels Y/N: Yes
Additional Parcels Description: 284-480-017; 284-480-023; 284-230-099; 284-400-029; 284-480-016; 284-480-022; 284-480-019
Utilities
Electricity Connected: 1
Water Connected: 1
Water
Well: 1
Sewer
Septic Tank: 1
Cooling
Varies by Unit: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Horse Amenities
Pasture: 1
Roofing
Composition: 1
Accessory Dwelling Unit
ADU Building Type: Detached
ADU Bedrooms: 1
ADU SquareFeet: 1100
ADU Bathrooms: 1
ADU Source: Owner
ADU Parking: Yes
ADU Meter: Main
ADU Heating: Yes
ADU Floor: First
ADU Cooling: Yes
Fireplace Features
Family Room: 1
Flooring
Carpet: 1
Stone: 1
Laundry Features
Inside: 1
Other Structures
Outbuilding: 1
Second Garage: 1
Workshop: 1
Parking Features
Detached: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Multiple Patios: 1
Pool Features
In Ground: 1
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2026-01-05
Property Features
Utilities: Electricity Connected; Water Connected
Water: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Cooling: Varies by Unit
Heating: Central
Roofing: Composition
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Flooring: Carpet; Stone
Horse Amenities: Pasture
Laundry Features: Inside
Other Structures: Outbuilding; Second Garage; Workshop
Parking Features: Detached
Patio and Porch Features: Multiple Patios
Pool Features: In Ground
IDX
Listing Office: Melson Realty, Inc.
Listing Agent: Shana L Davis | shanadavisrealtor@gmail.com
Agent Email: shanadavisrealtor@gmail.com
Co Office Name: Melson Realty, Inc.
Co Listing Agent: Christina Costa
Co Agent Email: cccosta@Live.com
Last Updated: February - 11 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.