WELCOME TO SONOMA, CA

A year-round destination for wine enthusiasts, foodies, outdoor adventurists, event buffs, shopaholics, and more, Sonoma Valley is the ideal place to visit in Wine Country. With 100+ award-winning premium wineries, world-class cuisine, 13,000 acres of state and regional parks, luxury spas, and cozy bed-and-breakfasts, Sonoma Valley's breathtaking 17-mile span offers endless discovery. Just 45 miles north of San Francisco, Sonoma is packed with vineyards, wine tasting rooms, cafes, artisan-made gift shops, breweries, parks, art galleries, and hosts a plethora of events, all providing the opportunity to create your own Wine Country lifestyle.

A destination for everyone, Sonoma has something to offer families, couples, friends, men, women, LGBT, teens and the elderly. Sonoma brings local hospitality to its Wine Country chic destination. As the birthplace of California wine, and landmarks detailing California's history, Sonoma's enchanting style showcases preserved buildings, amongst modern tasting rooms, eclectic shops, garden chateaus, striking castles and more.

Sonoma's restaurants offer farm-to-table dining from its bountiful gardens, Tuscan country cooking, oysters on the half shell, or hand-crafted bites for any taste. Visitors and locals alike discover something new each time they venture out in Sonoma Valley, from repeat favorites, to off-the-beaten-path local hot spots. What you find in Sonoma, you just can't find anywhere else.

Known as the birthplace of wine in California, and the location where California was born as one of the United States, Sonoma Valley is the premier destination for wine, food, arts, culture and lifestyle. Blending the old with the new, visitors can find 100+ world-class wineries, gourmet farm-to-table restaurants, historical landmarks, luxury spas, gorgeous places to stay and a plethora of regional and state parks for outdoor adventure. Sonoma Valley is also home to eclectic art galleries and shops, beautiful hiking trails, craft breweries, artisan cheese shops and a dynamic event and festival community. Sonoma Valley is home to the authentic towns of Sonoma, the Springs, Glen Ellen and Kenwood, each boasting a rich heritage and unique lifestyle. Whether you are visiting for a romantic weekend, spa treatment, wine tasting, or exploring the parks with your family, Sonoma Valley offers something for all ages to enjoy. The quintessential feel of Sonoma can be found perusing the shops, restaurants, tasting rooms and galleries around the historic Sonoma Plaza, the hub of Sonoma Valley exploration. The plaza, the largest in California, hosts all kinds of events and farmers markets. Its eight-acre area is also the perfect place for a picnic or a relaxing afternoon. Walk and talk amongst local winemakers and restaurateurs as you discover your Sonoma lifestyle.

FIND YOUR HAPPY PLACE ↴

I see home as more than a house, so I approach real estate as more than a transaction. It's how I build relationships - by making people feel happy and confident about the biggest investment of their lives. This is more than my profession; it's my passion because my family never forgets how much home truly means to you and your family. So when you're ready for your next moment or your next adventure, call me, Michael Schmidt. I'll help you get there.

OUR BUYING PROCESS

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I believe my business has a responsibility to serve, connect, grow and protect the communities I operate in.

If you live here already, you know how blessed we are. If you’re considering living or investing here, you’ve probably experienced some of the area’s extraordinary possibilities: City living with country settings and small-town communities; enthralling agricultural beauty, and true farm to fork lifestyle, If Sonoma County, California is your real estate destination, you’ve arrived at the right spot. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home – or to sell an estate – expect nothing less from me than a Meritage blend of real estate expertise, professional service, creativity, and a passion for achieving your goals. 

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Michael is a responsive, knowledgeable agent that has expertise in all aspects of the real estate business. I’ve done both personal and business purchases with Michael and have been very happy with results. Highly recommended!

-Matthew Hamilton

Michael is outstanding. He handle the sale of our house and the buying of our new property and we couldn't have been happier with the whole process. The property we were buying was a complicated transaction and he was right there with us the whole way. His knowledge of land use laws and ability to get us in touch with all the right people was so helpful. I will continue to recommend Michael to all my friends and family!!

--Daniel and Lori Stewart

I have been fortunate to work with Michael on multiple transactions over the past several years as both a buyer and seller. Michael is everything you would hope for in a realtor- always reliable, diligent, trustworthy, communicative, and truly an expert in the field. Michael has consistently gone above and beyond to make the sometimes complex and tricky world of real estate smooth sailing. His added expertise as a contractor, has also been reassuring in navigating decision making and negotiations. His strong connections to the community and local contractors, have come in handy on multiple occasions for repairs and improvements. If you are on the hunt for a realtor, look no further!

-Bethany Longsman

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