For Sale: 26353 Old Julian Hwy, Ramona, CA 92065. 3-bedroom 3.5-bath, 5000 sf, 2010 RAMONA $17,500,000 begin new search
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Overview

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.

Address 26353 Old Julian Hwy

Ramona, CA 92065
Listing Status ACTIVE
Asking Price $17,500,000
Original Listing $17,500,000 @ 2025-06-02
Terms Cash,Conventional
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Ownership
Age Restriction N/K
Property Type Fee Simple
Pet Rule Yes
Property Restrictions None Known
Sales Restrictions Call Agent
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
Rooms
Art Studio
Square Footage 5000 sf
Flooring Tile, Wood
Bedrooms 3 + 0 optional
Full Bathrooms 3
Half Baths 1
Family Room 0
Living Room 16x17
Dining Room 14x14
Kichen 9x14
Master Bedroom 14x16
2nd Bedroom 16x14
3rd Bedroom 10x12
Location
Directions Not Provided
Cross Street Littlepage Road
Market Area North County Inland
Community Area RAMONA
Neighborhood Ballena Valley
School District Not Listed
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 286-111-50-00
Zoning Agricultur
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Features
Year Built 2010
Laundry Location Laundry Room
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Forced Air
Heating Propane, Solar Fireplace
Sewer/Septic Septic Installed
Fireplaces 1 (FP in Living Room)
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Range/Stove Hood, Barbecue
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Listing Source
Platform SDMLS
AOR San Diego Association of REALTORS (SDAR)
MLS Number 250029300
Courtesy of Pacific Sotheby's International Realty, Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty
Exterior
Style Detached 2 Story
Material Stucco
Lot Size 20+ AC ~ 7,416,961 sf
Fencing Full,Partial
Topography Bluff/Canyon Rim,Level,Mountainous,Rolling
Roof Shingle
Swimming Pool Below Ground, Private
Patio Balcony, Deck, Stone/Tile, Patio
Parking
Total Spaces: 2
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces: 2 - Carport
View Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Parklike, Pasture, Meadow