Alex Trebek’s former California ranch-winery is headed to auction

Creston Manor, a 577-acre San Luis Obispo County ranch and winery once tied to Alex Trebek, will go to auction in December through Concierge Auctions. The listing underscores continued demand for Central Coast wine-country estates with working agricultural operations and high-end residential components.

Why it matters: - Creston Manor is a rare Central Coast property with both luxury residential appeal and active agricultural infrastructure. - The auction tests buyer appetite for large California ranch-winery estates with historic provenance and established operations. - The sale adds another high-profile former Alex Trebek property to Concierge Auctions’ recent wine-country portfolio.

What happened: - Concierge Auctions will sell Creston Manor, a historic ranch and winery in San Luis Obispo County, California. - The estate is listed for $6.45 million. - Bidding is scheduled to open on 4 December and close live on 16 December in New York City during Concierge Auctions' End-of-Year Global Sale at The Dominick. - The sale is being handled in cooperation with Lindsey Harn of Christie’s International Real Estate and Mike Goldfarb of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Company.

The details: - Creston Manor covers 577.65± acres near Paso Robles wine country. - The estate was established in 1900 and spans more than a century of ranching and winemaking history. - The property includes five residences and a secluded private suite. - The combined living space totals 7,550± square feet. - The estate has 14 bedrooms and 14 full bathrooms. - The property can accommodate more than 30 guests. - Creston Manor includes a working vineyard and winery, multiple barns and stables, livestock facilities, expansive pastures and historic structures. - The ranch is designed for cattle, horses, sheep and pigs. - Historic features on the property include the original Highway 58 bridge and a preserved blacksmith shop. - The estate has panoramic mountain views, abundant wildlife and open space. - Alex Trebek joined Creston Manor Vineyards and Winery as a partner in 1987. - Trebek used the property primarily for wine production and ranch operations. - Wine from the estate was served at President George H.W. Bush’s first inauguration. - Images of the property are available online, and all photography is credited to Aspect Visuals. - Concierge Auctions says more information, property details and diligence documents are available at property information or by phone at +1.212.202.2940.

Between the lines: - Concierge Auctions is leaning on its Global Wine & Vineyard Division, which focuses on winery, vineyard and wine-country real estate worldwide. - The company also points to a recent sale of another former Trebek property, Windfall Farms near Paso Robles, which sold for $16.912 million after 39 days of auction marketing. - The marketing pitch centers on scarcity: a working ranch, a winery, guest capacity, privacy and close access to Paso Robles in one package. - The former Trebek connection gives the listing a celebrity provenance that could broaden buyer interest beyond traditional ranch purchasers.

What’s next: - Marketing and bidder outreach will continue ahead of the 4 December opening. - The live auction on 16 December will determine the buyer. - The closing will trigger a donation through Concierge Auctions’ Key For Key giving program in partnership with Giveback Homes, funding new homes for families in need. - Agents will be compensated under the terms of the listing agreement.

The bottom line: - Creston Manor is being positioned as a once-in-a-generation Central Coast estate: big land, working wine operations, historic character and a recognizable former owner.