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.
For sale
$17,500,000
26353 Old Julian Hwy, Ramona, CA 92065
3beds
5,000sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2010
170 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$3,500/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Exceptional craftsmanshipUpscale finishesCustom homeSpacious fenced pasturesQuarter mile racetrackEquestrian facilitiesFinest barn facilities
- 68 days
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 19, 2025 at 06:37am
Listed by:
Scott W Aurich DRE #00978974 scott@scottaurich.com,
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty,
Meriah Druliner DRE #01997162 760-420-5131,
Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250029300
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Range/Stove Hood, Barbecue
- Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,000
- Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: None Known
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Deck, Stone/Tile, Patio
- Pool features: Below Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Full,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Parklike, Pasture, Meadow
Lot
- Size: 170 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Detached
- Parcel number: 2861115000
- Zoning: Agricultur
- Zoning description: Agricultur
- Special conditions: Call Agent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2010
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: RAMONA
Location
- Region: Ramona
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $3,500/sqft
- Date on market: 6/3/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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