Listed at Cuyamaca Ranch: 10499 Highway 79, Descanso, CA 91916. 4-bedroom 2.5-bath, 1993 Cuyama(840) $1,800,000 begin new search
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Overview

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.

Address 10499 Highway 79

Descanso, CA 91916
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $1,800,000
Original Listing $1,800,000 @ 2025-03-24
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee None Listed
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features BLM/National Forest, Foothills, Horse Trails, Mountainous, Stable(s), Rural, Suburban, Biking, Hiking
Rooms
See Remarks
Square Footage Not Disclosed
Bedrooms 4
Full Bathrooms 2
Half Baths 1
Location
Directions Google Maps
Market Area 91916 - Descanso
Neighborhood Cuyama(840)
Complex Cuyamaca Ranch
School District Not Listed
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 4071003600
Zoning R-1
Geographic Areas

Community College District: Grossmont-cuyamaca CC

Zip Code: 91916

Highway Locator

East of I-15

East of I-5

North of I-8

East of I-805

Ocean Distance 58.3 miles
Features
Year Built 1993 (source: Assessor)
Laundry Location Individual Room,Propane Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Forced Air, Propane
Fireplaces See Remarks,Two Way (1)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances Yes
Assessments No
Association No
Attached Garage Yes
Common Walls No Common Walls
Cooling Yes
Entry Location 1
Heating Yes
High School District Mountain Empire Unified
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels Two
Living Area Source Assessor
Living Area Units Square Feet
Lot Features 11-15 Units/Acre
Lot Size Source Assessor
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Main Level Bathrooms 1
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Parking No
Pool Private No
Property Attached No
Sprinklers No
Tax Model
View Yes
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Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR Pacific Southwest
MLS Number PTP2501884
Courtesy of Axia Real Estate Group, Inc, Axia Real Estate Group, Inc.
Listing Agent Jennifer Corona & Alex Aguilar
jennifer@axiasd.com
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 307,098 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool None
Exclusive Yard 0
Accessibility None
Parking
Total Spaces: 10.00
Garage Spaces: 2.00
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 8.00
View Hills, Mountain(s)