Filoli served as one of the Bourns' residences from 1917 to 1936. The name of the estate is an acronym formed by combining the first two letters from the key words of William Bourn's credo: …

The Bourns created Filoli to fulfill their vision of a self-sustaining country estate. Filoli overlooked the Spring Valley Reservoir that Bourn oversaw as president of the water company.

William Bourn II and his wife Agnes developed Filoli in the years 1915 to 1917. As a young man, Bourn had studied at Cambridge where was enthralled with the architecture of England’s …

An introductory 15-minute video offers a look at Filoli’s history and describes how both the Bourns and Bill and Lurline Roth, the estate’s second owners who purchased the property in 1937, …

Apr 15, 2024 · Nestled amidst the verdant landscapes of Woodside, Filoli Estate stands as a testament to the grandeur and elegance of the early 20th century. This sprawling estate, with …

Dec 10, 2025 · Will you come explore as we step into this 54,000-square-foot Georgian masterpiece and unlock its stories? To acquaint yourself with the Filoli mansion, you need to …

The estate boasts 654 acres of beauty nestled along the slopes of California’s coastal range. Originally built as a private residence in 1917, Filoli was opened to the public in 1975 as a 501 …

Jul 19, 2024 · Construction of the Filoli Historic House & Garden in Woodside began in 1915, funded by Mr. and Mrs. William Bowers Bourn II., prominent San Franciscans who owned the …

Filoli offers both self-guided and guided tours of the historic house, allowing you to choose the experience that best fits your needs. Guided tours provide in-depth historical context and …

The estate boasts 654 acres of beauty nestled along the slopes of California’s coastal range. Originally built as a private residence in 1917, Filoli was opened to the public in 1975 as a 501 …