g. Wood Shed (OV-06.11) 



A small vertical woodshed which appears to be at least 100 years old 

 stands east of the house. It is 13' x 21' with a gable roof, random-width vertical 

 wood siding, an arched door on the west and a small access door on the east. It 

 appears to be unaltered except for a corrugated metal roof. It is in fair condition 

 although a large vine on the west wall is impacting the structural integrity. 

 Minor alterations have not impaired the historic integrity of this building. 



h. Fences (OV-06.13) 



The fences appear to follow traditional pasture layout although some 

 cross-fencing has been removed. Fence fabric has been replaced over the years, 

 with the original split redwood picket fences being replaced with barbed wire 

 and horizontal board fencing. The old picket fence around the residence is an 

 important part of the landscape and adds to the overall integrity of the ranch. 

 Some metal circulation fences installed in the 1940s remain at the Grade A 

 barn. The boundaries of the ranch have not changed since 1864. 



i. Olema Lime Kilns 



The 1850 kilns, located on the west side of the highway south of the 

 ranch complex, were stabilized in 1976 and are listed on the National Register 

 of Historic Places. 



4. Historic Significance of the Giacomini Ranch 



The Giacomini Ranch has local historic significance as one of the pioneer 

 Olema Valley dairies. The house, actually two joined together, is 

 architecturally significant as a unique vernacular farm house, with its unique 

 roof line and scalloped shingles. The fact that the two houses were joined 

 illustrates the needs of the family as it expanded over the years. The ranch 

 buildings are fine examples of the structures needed to operate a small dairy, 

 and continue to be used by the lessee. 



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