Stag’s Leap Residence
Architect: Aidlin Darling Design
Builder: Eames Construction
Landscape Architect: Ground Studio
Photographer: Matthew Millman
An iconic residence overlooking the Napa Valley as an architectural reflection of its landscape—a harmonious extension of the valley’s vineyards, contours, and natural beauty. Designed along a crest with sweeping views, the main home faces southwest while the guest residence and spa open to the northwest, each offering privacy and connection to the terrain. The experience unfolds through a rhythm of concealment and revelation, where glimpses of the valley give way to dramatic vistas upon entry. Low to the ground and built with local stone and plaster, the structure follows the hillside’s natural lines, blending into the environment. Created as a family retreat centered on wellness and togetherness, the residence integrates spaces for yoga, massage, and relaxation, with terraces and large openings that invite the outdoors in—celebrating natural light, fresh air, and sustainable living.
“While this residence may have started its first act with a more quiet and straightforward melody, the curtain is lowering on its second with thrilling swell and crescendo, proving that the sequel can be even better than the original.”
- Luxe Magazine