Archive · 3 Sep 2026
Dolly Parton’s Former California Cottage Draws Buyers After Death
Dolly Parton once owned a small cottage in Solvang, California.
She reportedly used it as a quiet weekend getaway.
The cottage is now for sale for about $2 million.
Many people from the United States and other countries have shown interest in buying it.
One offer was rejected because it was too far below the asking price.
The home still has a room where Dolly kept her wigs and got dressed.
It also has special privacy features that helped protect her from photographers.
The owner would like Solvang to preserve the home, but the mayor said the city will not buy it.
Dolly Parton’s former Solvang cottage is listed for approximately $2 million.
The property attracted international interest and received a rejected offer below the asking price.
Parton owned the cottage from 2004 to 2014 and used it as a weekend retreat.
The home retains a wig room, dressing-area features, animal-related additions and privacy upgrades.
Owner Chris Lapp would consider selling to Solvang for preservation, but Mayor David Brown ruled out a city purchase.
- Who
- Dolly Parton, current owners Chris Lapp and Daniel Ferguson, and Solvang Mayor David Brown.
- What
- Parton’s former cottage has been listed for approximately $2 million and attracted renewed buyer interest.
- When
- Parton owned the property from 2004 to 2014; interest increased after her reported death on August 25.
- Where
- Solvang, California, in the Santa Ynez Valley.
- Why
- The property drew attention because of its connection to Parton and its distinctive surviving features.
Preserve the Cottage
Keep It Privately Owned
Potential city purchase
Preserve the Cottage
Chris Lapp said he would consider reducing the price slightly if the City of Solvang bought the property and preserved it for Parton’s fans.
Keep It Privately Owned
Mayor David Brown said Solvang would not purchase the cottage, arguing that people can continue to honor Parton without owning a physical property.
Access for interested visitors
Preserve the Cottage
A city-owned property could potentially preserve Parton’s connection to Solvang as a place for fans to visit.
Keep It Privately Owned
The current owner requires prospective buyers to provide proof of funds before viewing the property, limiting visits from people interested only in its celebrity history.
Property value after renewed interest
Preserve the Cottage
The increased attention produced a firm offer and could support the cottage’s value as a notable Parton-associated property.
Keep It Privately Owned
The offer was rejected because it was considered far below the $2 million asking price, which Lapp said would remain unchanged.
- Asking price
- Approximately $2 million
- Property location
- Solvang, California
- Parton’s ownership
- 2004 to 2014
- Cottage size
- About 1,100 square feet across two floors
- Compound size
- Approximately 2,500 square feet across three homes
- Current owners
- Chris Lapp and Daniel Ferguson
- Lapp’s purchase and renovations
- Bought the compound for $1.3 million in 2022 and spent about $100,000 renovating it