Miller--Melone Ranch, Saratoga, California
historic place
The Miller--Melone Ranch is a historic place located in Saratoga, Santa Clara County, California. The ranch house was designed and built in 1911 by architect Frank Delos Wolfe for Charles Miller and his wife, Lillian Fern Melone. It stands as the last remaining prune ranch home in the Saratoga area, preserving its original outbuildings. This American Craftsman-style homestead is significant for its agricultural history, reflecting the Santa Clara Valley's prune industry. The Miller family resided here from 1911 to 1986. During their time, Charles Miller also operated a gas station and a small grocery on the property. The Miller--Melone Ranch was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 1, 1993. It is recognized for exemplifying the cultural, social, economic, and architectural history of Saratoga.