This 1932 stone house, reminiscent of a French farmhouse, is set in the small community of Descanso, just 40 minutes from San Diego. Immerse yourself in the mountains, clear skies and fresh air. No need to travel abroad and restore an old European home when this unique opportunity is so close to the best city in the U.S.A. Tucked away, it is 5 minutes to the freeway and 5 more minutes to shopping & restaurants. This property has 2 separate parcels (almost an acre) with room for an ADU and another home. Charming interior with a fireplace in the living room and another fireplace in the dining room! The attic is large enough to accommodate another bedroom or a loft. A sunroom is located off of the dining room and living room, for your morning coffee and serves as an extension for entertaining. Deep-set casement windows are throughout the home which affords wonderful views of old oak trees, pines, cedar and nature wherever you look. The property has numerous old rock walls just waiting for a garden filled with flowers and vegetables. There is also a large chicken coop for your hens to enjoy fresh eggs. Although it is located on a rural highway, it is set back far enough for privacy and solitude. You can look forward to an occasional winter dusting of snow, stunning sunsets, dark skies for astrophotography, close access to Lake Cuyamaca, the desert and numerous hiking trails. This property needs some upgrading and remodeling, but you will be the proud owner of this unique and rare property to share with family and friends. SEE SUPPLEMENT and Documents for other features! coming soon
Custom Country Retreat with STUNNING views - "Completely Renovated" with the finest materials and pride of ownership. Charm, Character and pure tranquility. 3153 Sf home with a 4 vehicle Garage/Workshop - all a top a beautiful tiered 7.63 acre mountain property. 5,000 Gallon Water Tank & high producing Well with new well pump. You will FALL IN LOVE with this home from the moment you drive up the long private driveway. Pure peace & serenity. This gorgeous home features an incredible Primary Suite with magnificent views, hot tub access, a stunning primary bath and walk-in closet. Entertain effortlessly in your open floorplan with its striking vaulted wood-beam ceilings, fabulous kitchen with its substantial center island, Quartz counters, upgraded stainless steel appliances, amazing views over the farmhouse sink and spacious pantry. Plenty of room for your dining room, family room and game room/office. The sellers have also spared no expense in adding other incredible upgrades like the wood flooring, bathroom updates, the 1/4 acre fenced back yard featuring beautiful turf, hot tub, a covered outdoor kitchen & patio, whole-house water filtration system, paid solar with a 14kw Kohler generator, upgraded 200 AMP panel, Trex decking, custom railings, updated central heat & A/C, garage roof, chicken coop and Koi pond... and SO MUCH MORE! Descanso is wonderful & charming community full of great people as well as hiking, hunting & horse trails and this home is only 8 min to Hwy 8 - 45 min to San Diego Airport, Downtown & Beaches. This is a property you must see in person to experience how truly special it is. VA & FHA welcome
Nestled in the serene and picturesque landscape of Descanso, California, this enchanting cabin offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. This beautiful home dons a 1-yr old roof, recently painted exterior, high efficiency heat & AC with floor vents, updated plumbing, Insta-heat & filtering system @ kitchen sink, rain gutters, new shower valve & bath fixtures, garbage disposal, large upgraded dual pane windows flood the space with natural light offering picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. Cozy up to the very substantial wood-burning fireplace on cool nights and mornings and enjoy the accommodating kitchen with abundant cabinets, drawers, microwave, and Kitchen Aid side-by-side stainless steel refrigerator. On warm days, revel in the spacious deck among the trees. You'll love doing laundry in the spacious finished laundry room in the basement which has a newer electrical panel for the dryer. Located in the heart of Descanso, you're just minutes from horse trails, hiking trails, recreational activities, Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Cuyamaca Lake, Mt. Laguna, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Julian and of course, the quaint charm of Descanso. Just two to three minutes to the I-8 freeway and 15 minutes to Alpine, CA providing you with grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, banks, medical facilities and more. This home has many upgrades and is a must see! More pictures to come the week of 1/6/25.
Welcome to your peaceful retreat at 9722 Deer Valley Trail in Descanso, CA! This charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers 1,482 square feet of upgraded living space, nestled on a sprawling 8.69 acres. The open beam ceiling in the living and wood burning stove create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Step outside to enjoy the serene surroundings, complete with a brick BBQ area perfect for entertaining. Horse enthusiasts will find this property a dream come true, featuring a corral, riding trails, and a covered barn with two 24-foot stalls and a tack room. The fenced back pasture and pipe corrals with shade and feeders ensure your animals are well cared for. One of the last old oak groves in Descanso graces this property, with multiple 300+ year-old oaks providing a picturesque backdrop. Currently operating as a working alpaca farm with 12 alpacas, goats, chickens, and an Anatolian Shepherd LGD, this home offers a unique business opportunity. The back of the property has been successfully run as an Airbnb/Hipcamp since 2020, featuring a cottage, tent, RV space, 2 outdoor kitchens. Additional amenities include a 2-car garage with a workroom area, full bathroom, washer/dryer hookups, there are multiple outbuildings and a terraced flat area perfect for an RV or mobile home. Plus, there's an organic garden with 800 square feet of garden boxes, perfect for cultivating your own produce. Embrace the tranquility and potential of this unique property! Enjoy the seasonal stream, occasional snow, and multiple outbuildings that complete this idyllic setting. Check out their Alpaca farm website: www.dvalpaca.com
Fenced and gated Farmhouse retreat of 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2786 sq ft custom home nestled on parklike 3.2 acres and is located in the quaint and charming town of Descanso. Room to roam for your horses and farm animals with a 4 stall (stick-built) barn and 3 pastures. Inviting living room is warmed by open beamed ceiling, carved wood mantle fireplace with Pellet stove insert, built in curio cabinet and drop- down ceiling fan. The spacious formal dining room includes tray ceiling, and a pass-thru to kitchen for ease of serving meals. Country kitchen features tile floor and countertops, informal dining area, double oven, dishwasher, trash compactor, gas cooktop and microwave. Walk-in pantry and laundry room with built in cabinets and ironing board are conveniently located to the kitchen. Serenity is the mood for the master bedroom suite that includes walk-in closet, arched window that frames the spa tub, separate shower and sitting room/office that has a private entrance door that leads to outside staircase. Two other bedrooms are located in the wing off the living room. Both include ceiling fans. Main bath located between these 2 bedrooms has a generous side tile shower with bench seat. Family room will be the center of entertaining, warmed by reclaimed brick hearth and efficient Pellet stove, built in entertainment center and ceiling fan too. Off the family room is a windy wood staircase that leads to an upstairs hideaway, perfect for guest room, playroom or? Other noteworthy amenities include: Hard surface floors throughout, 2 car attached garage, approximately 50 percent of the windows have newly installed Anderson windows. New Amana HVAC, water softener for entire house, 40 x 60 metal building with separate concrete driveway. Great place to store boat, RV, tractor or other vehicles. There are extensive solar panels that are completely paid for, 9 KW gas generator. 220 Volt, 20 AMP charging system for EV. Newer well drilled in 2017, 750 ft deep, originally tested at 7 GPM. Newer 5000 gallon holding tank, pressure tank and pump. Beautiful, treed grounds include oak, manzanita, a producing walnut and apple tree. Enjoy the old- fashioned veranda for morning coffee to afternoon lemonade and evening star gazing. This ranch is out, but not “far out.” A must see for natural beauty, warmth and value!
Discover your new lifestyle at this serene ALPINE LOCATION custom built estate! offering TWO LOTS sold as one totaling approx. 0.78 acre, surrounded by scenic mountains and mature trees, perfect for outdoor gatherings. The large backyard patio invites you to customize your outdoor furnishings, ideal for enjoying with family and friends. Additional parking complements the LARGE DETACHED GUEST HOUSE. The spacious living room boasts vaulted ceilings, exposed stained beams, recessed lighting, and hardwood floors. Cozy up to one of two custom river rock fireplaces on colder nights. The open concept kitchen makes preparing family meals and holiday feasts a breeze. Recently upgraded with $100,000 worth of improvements, the home features a brand new heating system, a new split unit providing cooling and heating in the guest house, and a nearly new water heater and roof. There's also a well on the property.
ALSO AVAILABLE FOR LEASE Pictures hardly do the spaciousness, the nooks and crannies any justice. Luxurious home feels rural and remote but is also just a 2 minute commute to Descanso center. Minutes away from interstate 8 freeway and shopping centers. Only 30 minutes away from San Diego proper. Breathtaking views of the mountains and sunsets. Evergreens and seasonal snowfall are indeed just a close drive away from the coast. A winding private drivelane 3+ car garage, plus additional private parking area that will hold about 6 vehicles. Extra basement room, plus 12'x 25' storage room or wine cellar and a 7'x9 storage area An abundance of room for entertaining guests or just lounging in separate 24 foot high ceiling living rooms alongside one of the multiple rustic marble fireplaces. Like a large bonus room with a 15 foot wet bar, mini fridge and another fireplace, or the various spaces for an office and a retreat on both floors. Every bedroom upstairs has its own balcony, bathroom, openable skylight, and beautiful views. Additional upstairs flex space that has a fireplace, wood floors and balcony, can be used as a bedroom, too. Upstairs laundry chute for first floor laundry room. A permitted accessory dwelling unit with a bathroom (I.E. a guest house or casita) on the other side of the lot with a private entrance and driveway. It has an open floor plan, ready for the next owner to customize into whatever use they want. A workshop, a production studio, or even a small two bedroom home. The foundation has sub flooring strengthened to accommodate heavy equipment such as a gym. No need to spend on RV storage; the property has additional parking near the extra house. Even a helicopter landing pad Underground pool and spa with cascading waterfall and an $8,000 BBQ island by a wooden deck Hose with water softener Well with water storage , new pump on good well Central vacuum, two central air units, Emergency electric backup generator 750 sq. ft. gourmet kitchen with Solarium dining, eat at the counter bar or the breakfast nook, granite countertops, large tiled floor is bright and open, a large island with drawers, cabinets, gas stove, large dual door pantry, dual sink and large windows with view of rolling hills. Step out onto your coffee deck for the first morning sip. Formal dining room, wood floors with French doors that lead to the main entrance. 900 square foot master suite is complete with two sitting and/or exercise areas, fireplace, luxurious jacuzzi tub.
Nestled in the peaceful Cuyamaca Mountains, this custom property offers a serene escape surrounded by nature's beauty. With crisp, fresh air and breathtaking landscapes, the home is ideal for those seeking refuge from the hustle and bustle of daily life. As soon as you step into the recently renovated great room and kitchen, you'll be greeted with beautiful panoramic views of the rolling hills of Descanso, a small community-oriented town situated in eastern San Diego County that means “rest from labor” in Spanish. This move-in ready home boasts 2,072 square feet of living space, 3 bedrooms, an office, and 2.5 bathrooms. The property sits on 1.47 acres of land that backs up to the Cleveland National Forest. With plenty of space for cars and toys, this home features a large 2-car garage, RV and boat parking, as well as an attached and garaged workshop. This meticulously maintained residence has many upgrades, including a recently remodeled kitchen, luxury flooring, new carpet, and appliances, upgraded vinyl windows and sliding doors, a new AC unit, rebuilt deck(s), and a new 5000-gallon water tank. Additional features include both covered and uncovered patio spaces, a fenced-in and landscaped dog run, mature fruit trees, and beautiful nearby hiking trails. Conveniently located just minutes from the 8 freeway, this mountain retreat promises a serene lifestyle amidst breathtaking landscapes.
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Descanso is located in California. Descanso, California has a population of 1,595. Descanso is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 21.35% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 33.76%.
The median household income in Descanso, California is $112,969. The median household income for the surrounding county is $88,240 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Descanso is 47 years.
The average high temperature in July is 86.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 33.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 21.4 inches per year, with 11.6 inches of snow per year.
