Charles Edward Fournier was a carpenter who operated the first sawmill on the banks of Sutter Creek. In the early 1870's, he built both the Fournier House and its neighboring Victorian on one lot fronting the creek.

His craftsmanship is on display in the many houses that he built in the area. In addition, he built many wooden railroad trestles, and helped in the construction of the famous Preston Castle in Ione.

Sutter Creek is located 40 miles east of Sacramento and Stockton. It is only 1.5 hours from Lake Tahoe and the various ski resorts. It is about 2.5 hours driving distance from either San Francisco or Yosemite National Park.

Centrally located in the Gold Country of the Sierra Nevada, Sutter Creek is often considered the "jewel" of the Mother Lode and offers much for the vacationing traveler. The beautifully preserved town has: a variety of antique stores; specialty shops; art galleries; fine restaurants; a theater; and two fascinating museums.

Just a few miles away are the historic mining towns of Amador City, Jackson, Fiddletown and Volcano. The nearby Shenandoah Valley wineries offer a fine selection of wines for tasting. Golf is available at two fine courses, and not too far away are lakes and rivers for fishing, boating and picnics. The airport is only a mile away.

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