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An item found in the Amador County History, written by the Amador County Woman's Club in 1927, mentions the beginning of this
Cooper ranch and home.
"On a knoll in the valley surrounded by acres of young walnut trees, a beautiful structure is being erected by Dr. Cooper
of Angels Camp. The foundation is of native rock, the blocks of stone of massive size, and the whole covering an area large enough for a castle. Six men are continually employed. The
upper portion is being built of giant logs with openings for huge fireplaces."
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At that time, Dr. Cooper wrote a note about the site and view, "I chose the site in Amador County, where I am building, on
account of the splendid soil, the magnificent view, and the congenial people."
The equipment sheds and some ranch equipment is still housed and used from this location and can be seen in this picture above.
To the right, Henry F. (HANK) Cooper, rancher, prune and walnut grower, 1914 to 1993
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