$12,900,000
Est. $72,240/mo26353 Old Julian Hwy, Ramona, CA 92065
About this home
Perched on 170 acres with sweeping valley views, Ballena Vista is a rare luxury estate offering elegance, privacy, and self-sufficiency. The custom home, built by Dave McGinnis, features exceptional craftsmanship and upscale finishes. With 40 acres of grape varietals, room for expansion, and existing structures ideal for a future winery. Additional accommodations include a guest house, 3 casitas, and 5 modular homes—perfect for guests or staff. Equestrian facilities include a luxury 8-stall barn and a separate 38-stall barn, offering endless versatility. A private well system and expansive solar farm support sustainable living. Truly one of San Diego County’s premier estates, Ballena Vista offers a lifestyle beyond limits, with sweeping views, world-class amenities, and timeless appeal. Located just a one-hour drive from Downtown San Diego. The property includes plenty of water, w/ 7 wells and a 400,000 underground storage reservoir for irrigation as well as a 50,000 gallon and two, 10,000-gallon storage tanks for potable water. There is a pump station distributing water to the various pastures and vineyards. The electricity is provided by its own solar field, the 2nd largest private solar field in San Diego County. There remains plenty of room for horses with some of the finest barn facilities anywhere and spacious fenced pastures for turning them out. There’s even a quarter mile racetrack to stretch their legs. Whether a full-time residence or a weekend getaway this is one of the premier estates in San Diego County. Ballena Vista is more than a home—it's a private sanctuary, a working estate, and a rare investment in lifestyle and legacy. Without question, one of San Diego County’s most remarkable properties.
infoProperty Facts
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
4
Square Feet
5,000
Lot Size
7,416,961 sqft
Year Built
2010
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
266
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
0
MLS #
250029300SD
chairInterior Details
General Interior
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Living Room
Kitchen & Appliances
Appliances
Barbecue, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Climate Control
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Fireplaces, Propane, Solar
garageParking
Total Parking Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Carport, Other
deckExterior & Lot
Building & Construction
Patio & Porch
Deck, Patio, Stone
Fencing
Partial
Construction
Stucco
Roof
Shingle
Lot & Grounds
Pool Features
In Ground, Private
Water Source
Well
Mortgage Calculator
$0
Nearby Schools
| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
9 | GreatSchools High (Demo) public School • ratio 22:1 |
7 | Valley View Elementary (Demo) public School • ratio 18:1 |
6 | Lincoln Middle School (Demo) public School • ratio 20:1 |
NR | St. Mary Example Academy (Demo) private School • ratio 12:1 |
Walkability
Market Insights
Estimated Value
Market Temperature
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
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