Located in Downtown, the Historic Railroad Square is one of the most well-preserved neighborhoods. Its origins can be traced back to 1871 with the emergence of railways in the town. The historical buildings built by Northern Italian stonemasons are especially famous for surviving the earthquake of 1906. Today, it is a famous tourist area thanks to restaurants, cafes, shops and upscale hotels.
One of the largest cities yet boasting a peaceful, quaint charm, Santa Rosa embodies Californian vibrancy. Dotted with historical buildings, the city's proximity to Napa Valley has boosted wine tourism to a great extent. Santa Rosa's charm is largely alluded to the famous comic Peanuts and through the Charles Schulz Museum, visitors can explore the connection in detail.
The McDonald Mansion, also known as Mableton, is a historic residence in Santa Rosa, California. Built in 1876 as a summer home for the McDonald family, it underwent extensive remodeling in the 1920s. The mansion's exterior was featured in the film "Pollyanna" in 1959. A fire destroyed part of the house during a restoration process in 1977, but it was rebuilt by Dr. Jack Leissring. In 2005, John and Jennifer Webley purchased the property. A five-year renovation, starting in 2006, restored the exterior, added Victorian-themed rooms, and enhanced the backyard.
