in the rolling hills of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, just minutes from the culinary charm of downtown McMinnville, lies a contemporary estate that feels both profoundly grounded and utterly transcendent. Designed by renowned Portland architect Rick Potestio, this 55-acre property is more than a home—it’s an architectural meditation on place, light, and landscape.
Anchored by a majestic 300-year-old oak tree that gracefully links the main residence and the detached garage, the 3,732-square-foot home is at once bold and serene. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame ever-changing views of the surrounding valley and Mt. Hood, while 9- to 13-foot ceilings and radiant heated concrete floors imbue the interiors with a sense of expansive calm.
At the heart of the home, an interior courtyard provides a contemplative core, around which the sunken living room, formal dining area, and expansive kitchen orbit in perfect harmony. Rift-sawn red oak cabinetry and millwork add warmth and texture throughout, while Moroccan marble countertops and a central island elevate the kitchen into a space equally suited for casual gatherings or refined entertaining.


The residence includes three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, along with two dedicated home offices—each with custom built-ins and stunning mountain vistas. Outdoor living is seamlessly integrated, with multiple terraces and a covered porch that invite lingering sunsets and starlit evenings.




Beyond the main home, the estate offers a 1,088-square-foot, three-car garage equipped with a storage room, 220v power, a dedicated EV charger, Generac whole-home generator, and a 13-panel solar array. A separate 1,152-square-foot workshop—complete with concrete floors, full insulation, propane heating, and a bathroom—offers space for creative or functional pursuits.


Surrounding it all are 48 acres of ecologically diverse forest—oak, maple, madrone, and fir—thoughtfully managed for sustainability, fire resistance, and habitat preservation. A mile of private hiking trails winds through the woods, past native wildflowers and shaded clearings alive with birdsong and pollinators.
With three wells, underground utilities, and a carefully stewarded landscape, the estate feels both timeless and forward-looking. Just over an hour from Portland and the Oregon coast, and surrounded by world-class wineries, this is a rare opportunity to live in architectural harmony with nature—refined, rooted, and restorative.


13440 SW McCabe Chapel Road is listed for sale with Maureen Swan of Portland Proper Real Estate.
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Maureen at 503-888-8259
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