Lotusland Investment is pleased to announce that the Guenoc Valley Project has received full entitlements and is moving into its initial phase of development. This milestone marks the culmination of years of careful planning, close collaboration with the local community, and a development strategy rooted in environmental stewardship and wildfire resiliency.
Reaching this point required one of the most comprehensive review processes in California’s recent history. Over several years, the project demonstrated its capacity to deliver significant economic benefits to Napa County and Lake County, including long-term, high-paying career opportunities, infrastructure investment, and expanded tax revenues, while also meeting some of the world’s most rigorous environmental standards. From wildfire resilience and habitat protection to water conservation and sustainable design, every element of Anasu was developed in close partnership with state and county agencies, CAL FIRE, environmental and fire scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, leading enviromental experts, and community stakeholders.
The Guenoc Valley Project is Lotusland’s flagship holding: a 23,000-acre private estate straddling Napa and Lake Counties. Acquired without debt financing, the property is among the largest contiguous parcels of privately held land in California. A private resort and residential community, The Guenoc Valley Project was envisioned by Lotusland, alongside Adrian Zecha (founder of Aman Resorts) and Jonathan Breene (founder of The Setai).
Set within this remarkable landscape, the property will feature:
• architecture by Howard Backen, Jean-Michel Gathy, Ed Tuttle, and Kerry Hill Architects;
• a winery by Tadao Ando in collaboration with Bill Harlan;
• a polo and equestrian club led by Nacho Figueras; and
•a championship golf course designed by Tom Doak.
Together, these elements embody Lotusland’s vision: to steward extraordinary landscapes through thoughtful, world-class development that endures for generations.
With approvals in place, Lotusland will begin site preparation and infrastructure work in early 2026, followed by phased construction of hospitality and residential components. Throughout the process, the company remains committed to sustainable design, continued community partnership, and a deep respect for the land that makes the Guenoc Valley Project possible.