Trout Valley, the Hertz Estate, and Curtiss Farm

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Set against the backdrop of Trout Valley, this narrative chronicles the transformation of Leona Farms, originally a luxurious estate built by rental car magnate John D. Hertz in the 1920s. Designed by renowned landscape architect Jens Jensen, the estate was a hub for elite gatherings and horse racing, hosting notable figures like Eleanor Roosevelt and Walt Disney. After Hertz's sale in 1943 to Otto Schnering, the property evolved into a vast farming operation, leaving behind memories of its opulent past and the vibrant community it fostered.