30 miles southeast of Sacramento, near the city of Ione, the main settlement in Amador County, is where you can find the Wildflower neighborhood. The community is surrounded by gently undulating slopes covered with oak trees, nearby vineyards, cattle ranches, farms, and the imposing Preston Castle in California's historic Gold Country. Ione, which was originally established during the Gold Rush as a supply center, stage and train stop, and agricultural hub, is today a family-friendly mid-sized city that provides inexpensive housing, well regarded schools, and a strong sense of community. The annual Ione Homecoming in May is the climax of the year's community festivities, which are held in the city's historic downtown. Even though the renowned Preston Castle is no longer used as a school, both residents and visitors enjoy it for its beauty and historical significance. Wine tasting at renowned vineyards, golfing at the Castle Oaks Golf Course, biking through the foothills, swimming, fishing in stocked lakes, enjoying neighborhood parks, an equestrian arena, baseball and soccer fields, a skate park, and more are just a few of the local recreation options. A brand-new, cutting-edge neighborhood without Mello-Roos or homeowners association dues is available at Wildflower.