Located in Northern California, Oakmont Village, a premier Active Adult Community is an hour north of San Francisco. From the heart of Sonoma County's world famous wine country, an area renowned for its climate, beauty and ambiance, Oakmont offers two challenging golf courses, as well as many active organizations, clubs and facilities.

Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California

Sheltered by the mountains of Annadel and Hood Mountain State Parks, Oakmont is located on 1,255 acres in Sonoma County, in the Valley of the Moon, on California State Highway 12. This is about 7 miles east of downtown Santa Rosa, a dynamic city of 153,000.

Northern California Wine Country

There are majestic stands of redwoods. The benign climate and rich soil foster agriculture of every description. Orchards and specialty truck farms cater to the fine restaurants along the coast, many of which are in the county itself.

When you are enjoying life in Oakmont, you may not be anxious to leave! But when you do, you will find an exciting world close by . . . .

San Francisco: An Hour Away

San Francisco: One of the most exciting and beautifully situated cities in the world is little more than an hour away. Bus trips to the museums, opera house, Center for the Performing Arts, sporting events, shopping and other special activities are regularly scheduled for our residents.

The Pacific Ocean is less than 30 miles to the west. Drives there offer lovely views of the rugged, rocky Sonoma County coastline and ever-changing blue-green surf. Stroll the beaches, deep-sea fish or dine on seafood that couldn't be fresher.

The Sierra Nevada Mountains are to the east. They offer year-round pleasures: skiing, hiking, camping.  Lake Tahoe is a popular destination for shows, gaming and special events.

Giant Redwoods are to the north,
where drives and walks make
it seem as if time has stood
still. Their majesty
refreshes the soul.

OAKMONT CLIMATE
Perfect for Golf

A climate ideal for grapes is ideal for people. Oakmont living offers mild winters and moderate summers; prevailing winds from the Pacific Ocean create outstanding air quality. With seasonal changes, you will enjoy the freshness of Spring and the glory of Fall. Luther Burbank, the world famous naturalist who created many new varieties of fruit and vegetables, made his home in Santa Rosa. Burbank described Sonoma County's climate as "the chosen spot of all the earth."

Average annual rainfall: 30 inches; Average annual snowfall: rare; Average temperatures: Winter – 60 degrees High and 40 degrees Low (some winter frost); Summer – 82 degrees High and 50 degrees Low."

For a more detailed view of the temperature and rainfall experienced at Oakmont, please click here.

Oakmont is incorporated into the City of Santa Rosa. The City of Santa Rosa has a population of 157,145 (as of 2006) and is the largest city between San Francisco and Portland, Oregon. It has an abundance of world class cultural and recreational facilities, great shopping, access to local and international airports, and many high quality health care facilities.