Owning one of the Original 100 California Historical Landmark properties is a rare thing indeed. For sale is California Historical Landmark #98, Keyesville California, the gold town that started the Southern California Gold Rush in 1853. The 4.5 acre townsite has a modern residence built from the original town post office and gold assayer's office. and gold-era buildings still dot the property. Official Provenance? The Granite & Bronze California Historical Landmark Monument sits at the entrance, dedicated in 1937. It was owned since the gold-rush days by the reclusive of a famous comedian (ask) who kept the property off-limits, so accurate internet photos of the place don't exist. Historical details can be found in the books of Bob Powers and others, depicting visits from Grizzly Adams, gunfighters, etc. Since an 'Original 100' landmark sale is so rare, and if sold it will be the 2nd time this gold-rush landmark has changed hands in 100 years. California is the 'Golden' State - it's on our license plates. Owning a gold-rush California landmark site is a very rare opportunity. With the modernized mountain retreat home with incredible see-forever views & property-wide underground fire protection lines & storage tanks (!!), it's also a practical purchase - keep for yourself, restore for state history & heritage, What comes with sale? In the few words left here: historical landmark townsite with residence & 1800's buildings with no restrictions - restore them, AB&B, make apartments etc. Grid power 220V/110V & 3 separate power meters. 3 RV pads w septic. Full shop w. tools, & more. Build 2nd dream home w stunning 360 view. Zoned A for any business. In a market saturated with 'unique opportunities,' here is something truly singular - your chance to own one of the first 100 Cailfornia Historical Landmark sites! See 'tour' for a more complete history of the property