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4 Beds

3 Baths

2,531 SqFt

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10499 Highway 79 Descanso, CA 91916

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,531 sqft

Price per Sqft $711

Subdivision Cuyama(840)

MLS Listing ID PTP2501884

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1993

Lot Size 7.050 Acres

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Welcome to your dream opportunity—an established Alpaca Ranch, a profitable and emerging business, and a charming home nestled in the serene beauty of Descanso, CA, located at 10499 CA-79 and currently known as “Alpacas and Friends.” This expansive property offers 7 acres of lush, usable land, perfect for both seasoned ranchers and those looking to start a new venture. The fully operational Alpaca Ranch includes alpacas, emus, chickens, and pheasants, along with well-maintained barns, sheds, and animal enclosures. The business includes opportunities for breeding, fiber production, jam production, and farm tours/stays, allowing you to tap into a growing niche market—all while enjoying the peace, serenity, and exclusivity of country living . The sale includes all necessary equipment, inventory, and infrastructure to run the business seamlessly from day one (a complete detailed list of all inclusions is available upon request). This charming, newly upgraded 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 2,531 sq. ft. home offers cozy living with rustic elegance. Inside you'll find open-concept living spaces, a large gourmet kitchen, and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and pastures. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee on the front porch, any of the sitting areas in the numerous landscaped garden areas, or unwinding after a day on the ranch on the property's upper viewing deck, the scenic beauty is ever present. There are over 100 live oak trees on the property with 3 seasonal creeks that cross the property. An abundance of mature fruit trees and vines used in house to make and sell from 75-100 cases of jam a year. Includes: 10 Yellow Peach 8 Pomegranate 3 White Peach 7 Plum/Pluerry 24 Olive 2 Almond 10 Apple 6 Cherry 2 Nectarine 2 Pear Varietal Grapes Blackberries Raspberries Strawberries. In Addition, there is a 36x34' cold frame structure housing 11 3x6x2' and 8 4x7x2.5' raised garden beds for growing a substantial vegetable garden. The property is conveniently located near major roads, making it easily accessible while maintaining a sense of tranquility and seclusion. This is a rare opportunity for anyone looking to embrace the farm-to-table lifestyle, expand their agricultural business, or simply escape to a peaceful ranching community. Your dream ranch awaits—make this exceptional property yours while it's still available. Don't wait—schedule your private tour today! Additional Features Include: • Fully paid-off solar with 37 solar panels and 3 Power Walls • Pool and Jacuzzi with decking and pergola • Outdoor heaters, 2 firepits, and an outdoor kitchen cooktop/BBQ area with fire-resistant decking • Tractor with bucket, chipper, log splitter, stock trailer, King Ranch 4x4, utility ATV, and 5th Wheel • Fully fenced perimeter with electric entry gate, plus additional interior animal paddocks, shade covers, and enclosures • Nine picnic tables throughout the property • Multiple parking areas created to accommodate 45 vehicles during ranch events • Two outdoor site-built restrooms (1 ADA-accessible and 1 standard) conveniently located • Multiple gardens with 18 raised garden beds, 2 established fruit tree orchards, and both annual and perennial flowers • Installed water lines throughout the northern half of the property and down to the south pasture • Ranch store with a solar battery and all remaining inventory • Social media and Shopify accounts included in the sale • Newly replaced HVAC system • Newly replaced well pump • Water shed housing the pressure system, iron filter, and softener system. • Finished two-car garage • Recently replaced house siding and boxed eaves with hardiboard • New Standing Seam Metal Roof • Enclosed, screened-in porch/mudroom With just a 45min drive to the airport outside of rush hour, and only 5 min from I-8. Its bordering neighbors East side is bounded by Samagatuma Ranch and a conservation easement, West side bounded by CA-79, and theNorth side by Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.

Location

State CA

County San Diego

Area 91916 - Descanso

Zoning R-1

Rooms

Main Level Bedrooms 1

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Propane

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Type Multi-Sided, See Remarks

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Water Heater

Laundry Washer Hookup, Laundry Room, Propane Dryer Hookup

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Garage Description 2.0

Pool None

Community Features Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Horse Trails, Stable(s), Mountainous, Near National Forest, Rural, Suburban

View Y/N Yes

View Hills, Mountain(s)

Accessibility None

Attached Garage Yes

Total Parking Spaces 10

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description 11-15 Units/Acre

Story 2

Entry Level Two

Water See Remarks, Well

Architectural Style Ranch

Level or Stories Two

Schools

School District Mountain Empire Unified

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 4071003600

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Horse Feature Riding Trail

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Special Listing Condition Standard

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Listed by Jennifer Corona • Axia Real Estate Group, Inc • jennifer@axiasd.com

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