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Authentic Santa Barbara Hacienda Estate nestled beneath a canopy of majestic oaks and sycamores on 16.9 private acres in the rolling hills of Valley Center. This extraordinary single-level estate combines timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and a setting of remarkable beauty and tranquility. A long crushed-gravel driveway meanders through the property, creating a grand arrival to a residence inspired by the classic haciendas of Santa Barbara and old-world Mexico. Smooth hand-finished stucco, a traditional clay tile roof, handcrafted wood doors, artisan Mexican tile, wrought-iron accents, and dramatic timber-beamed ceilings showcase the quality and authenticity rarely found in today's construction. The approximately 3,500-square-foot residence features two bedrooms within the main home, complemented by a private third bedroom and full bath adjacent to the detached three-car garage—ideal for guests, extended family, a home office, or caretaker accommodations. Rich architectural details, custom cabinetry, and a magnificent stone fireplace create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. Designed for exceptional indoor-outdoor living, the estate offers multiple entertaining spaces, including a charming courtyard fountain, an outdoor dining area, a built-in barbecue, and an authentic wood-fired pizza oven. Whether hosting intimate gatherings or large celebrations, the property provides an unforgettable setting surrounded by nature and privacy. The grounds are equally impressive, featuring mature avocado trees, towering native oaks and sycamores, and nearly 17 usable acres suited for an equestrian estate, boutique vineyard, grove, ranch, or private retreat. Formerly home to the Accidental Winery vineyard, the property offers a unique opportunity to create a new chapter while honoring its rich agricultural heritage. Hand-laid stone walls frame a picturesque future pool site, creating the perfect setting for a resort-inspired outdoor living environment. Rarely does a property combine authentic Santa Barbara Hacienda architecture, usable acreage, vineyard heritage, equestrian potential, mature specimen trees, and extraordinary entertaining amenities in such a private and peaceful setting. A truly distinctive Valley Center estate offering an unmatched blend of character, craftsmanship, and lifestyle.
| Address |
30718 Mesa Crest Road
Valley Center, CA 92082 |
| Listing Status | Active |
| Asking Price | $1,600,000 |
| On Market Date | $1,600,000 @ 2026-06-23 |
| Listed / On-Market Entered | 2026-06-23T00:30:28Z |
| Original Entry | 2026-06-16T07:12:38Z |
| Property Condition | Turnkey,Updated/Remodeled |
| Square Footage | 3524 sf |
| Flooring | Tile |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Directions | Lilac Rd to Mesa Verde Dr to Mesa Crest Dr |
| Market Area | 92082 - Valley Center |
| Complex | Valley Center |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Age Restriction | 0 |
| Property Type | |
| Mello-Roos Fee | $0 |
| HOA Fee | $0 |
| HOA Features | Rural, Hiking |
| County | San Diego |
| Assessor Parcel# | 1290701400 |
| Style | Single Family Residence |
| Material | Barbecue Private |
| Lot Size | ~ 736,164 sf |
| Fencing | Not Listed |
| Topography | Not Listed |
| Roof | Spanish Tile, Clay |
| Entry Steps | 1 |
| Swimming Pool | None |
| Patio | Patio Open, Stone |
| Accessibility | Doors - Swing In, No Interior Steps |
| Parking |
Gravel
Circular Driveway
Garage - Single Door
Driveway
Attached Carport
Total Spaces: 3
Garage Spaces: 3
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
|
| View | Pasture, Orchard, Hills |
| Year Built | 2005 (source: Public Records) |
| Laundry Location | Inside,Individual Room |
| Elevator | Not Listed |
| Cooling | Dual, Electric, Central Air, Zoned |
| Heating | Fireplace(s), Propane, Forced Air, Central |
| Sewer/Septic | Conventional Septic |
| Fireplaces | Kitchen,Primary Bedroom,Wood Burning,Masonry,Great Room (1) |
| Interior Features | Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Home Automation System, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Pull Down Stairs to Attic, Open Floorplan |
| Additional Parcels | No |
| Appliances | Yes |
| Assessments | Yes |
| Association | No |
| Association Fee 2 | 0 |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Construction Materials | Concrete, Stucco, Glass, Drywall Walls |
| Cooling | Yes |
| Door Features | French Doors |
| Eating Area | Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, Country Kitchen, Separated, Breakfast Nook |
| Electric | Photovoltaics Seller Owned, 220 Volts, Electricity - On Property |
| Entry Location | 1 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Heating | Yes |
| High School District | Valley Center - Pauma |
| Land Lease | No |
| Laundry | Yes |
| Levels | One |
| Living Area Source | Public Records |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Features | Ranch, Sprinklers Timer, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Horse Property, Horse Property Unimproved, Corners Marked, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear, Agricultural - Tree/Orchard, Agricultural - Vine/Vineyard, Gentle Sloping, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Level |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 4 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 3 |
| New Construction | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking | Yes |
| Patio | Yes |
| Pool Private | No |
| Property Attached | No |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
| Road Surface Type | Privately Maintained, Paved |
| Room Bathroom Features | Soaking Tub, Shower in Tub, Exhaust fan(s), Main Floor Full Bath, Separate tub and shower, Double sinks in bath(s), Dual shower heads (or Multiple), Privacy toilet door, Bathtub, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Shower |
| Room Kitchen Features | Pots & Pan Drawers, Kitchen Island, Butler's Pantry, Walk-In Pantry |
| Sprinklers | Yes |
| Tax Model | |
| View | Yes |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report | No |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames, Screens |
| Platform | CRMLS |
| AOR | North San Diego County |
| MLS Number | ND26114734 |
| Courtesy of | Coldwell Banker Village Properties |
| Listing Agent |
Chris
Hasvold
760-604-1700 |
https://www.californiatophomes.com/ND26114734