$12,000,000
Overview
Taplin Road is one of those streets most people pass every day without knowing it's there. Set on approximately 14± acres at the edge of the Joseph Phelps Winery, 480 Taplin is a 2004 Cape Cod estate centered around a heritage black oak, with orchards, gardens and sweeping vineyard and mountain views. The slate-blue shingle, climbing rose pergola and stone-terraced grounds feel native to the valley — unhurried, considered, and built for the full expression of Napa life.
The main residence offers approximately 6,885 square feet of wide-plank floors, a sunken living room with fireplace, formal dining room, and a chef's kitchen with marble counters, Thermador range, Sub-Zero appliances and a skylit breakfast area. A glass-enclosed sunroom opens to the terraces and the views, a residential elevator serves all three levels, and the lower level houses a 4,700+-bottle conditioned wine cellar. The primary suite includes a fireplace, private terrace, dual walk-in closets and a spa bath with radiant floors. Combined with a detached carriage house and pool pavilion, total living space reaches approximately 8,245 square feet.
Outside, a heated infinity-edge pool and spa anchor the pavilion, which offers a full kitchen, outdoor fireplace and built-in barbecue beneath the pergola — with the valley laid out below. Two wells, solar, Lutron lighting and multi-zone HVAC complete the infrastructure. An adjacent 19-acre vineyard parcel is available separately. Downtown St. Helena is eight minutes away.
Highlights
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Built in 2004
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Cape Cod-inspired estate
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Ideal for entertaining, multigenerational living, and extended guest stays
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Residential Lot Size: 14± acres
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Combined Square Footage: 8,245± sq. ft.
+Main Residence: 6,885± sq. ft.
+Carriage House: 920± sq. ft.
+Pool House: 440± sq. ft.
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Combined 4 Bedrooms | 8 Bathrooms
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Residential elevator for seamless multi-floor access
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Two offices with built-ins (one currently staged as 3rd bedroom)
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Incredible storage solutions throughout
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4,700± bottle conditioned wine cellar
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Elevated outdoor pavilion with full kitchen, infinity-edge pool and sweeping views
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Private St. Helena setting that neighbors Joseph Phelps Winery
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Approximately 8 minutes to downtown St. Helena
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Adjacent 19±-acre vineyard parcel is available for purchase with the residential parcel. NDA required.
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St. Helena
Set in the heart of Napa Valley, St. Helena is a place where vineyard landscapes, historic character, and everyday livability come together with uncommon ease. Tree-lined streets, beautifully preserved architecture, and a vibrant downtown create a sense of place that feels both timeless and welcoming.
The town is known for its exceptional collection of restaurants, wine tasting experiences, boutiques, galleries, and neighborhood gathering places. Yet despite its international reputation, St. Helena remains deeply rooted in community. Local traditions, seasonal events, farmers markets, and generations of family-owned businesses contribute to a lifestyle that feels authentic and connected.
Beyond downtown, the surrounding landscape is defined by world-renowned vineyards, rolling hills, and scenic country roads. Residents enjoy access to parks, recreation, and outdoor activities, while families benefit from a variety of respected public and private school options.
Whether drawn by the beauty of the valley, the culinary culture, or the pace of life itself, many find that St. Helena embodies what makes Napa Valley so enduringly special—a place where sophistication and simplicity exist in equal measure.
