4026 Highway 78 Julian, CA $1,490,000

4026 Highway 78 | Julian (92036) Wynola

$1,490,000 | 4 Beds | 3 Baths (3 Full) | 2,542 Sq. Ft.

Nestled in the picturesque and highly desirable Wynola/Julian area, Rancho La Patrona is a beautifully updated property that offers a rare combination of rustic charm, modern comfort, and wide-open space. Set on 18 usable, flat acres, this unique estate features a 3-bedroom, 2-bath main house full of warm, inviting updates, alongside a 1bed/1bath guest house—perfect for visitors, extended family, or potential rental income. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate the vintage barn, expansive acreage, and room to roam, ride, or expand. The topography is ideal for horses, gardening, or simply soaking in the natural beauty of the surrounding hills. Whether you're looking for a peaceful weekend retreat, a full-time rural escape, or an income-generating opportunity, this property offers the perfect blend of charm, function, and space—all just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and small-town appeal of Julian. This stunning location is a short drive to Mount Laguna, Lake Cuyamaca, Volcan Mountain and Anza Borrego State Park. The Wynola area is known for orchards, picturesque vistas and larger parcels. This property features old wagons, an old fruit packing shed, vintage equipment, and a newer Kubota tractor to help get the chores done around the place. CRMLS 250039640

Directions to property: Highway 78 near Calico Ranch Rd. Cross Street: Calico Ranch Rd..

MLS Listing ID: 
CRMLS 250039640
Purchase
Community Information
Subdivision: 
Julian
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
Ranch
Stories: 
1
Year Built: 
1979
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
2,542
Fireplaces: 
Guest House, Primary Bedr
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Stucco
Roof: 
Spanish Tile
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Bedrooms: 
4
Total Bathrooms: 
3
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
3
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
Wood, Propane, Forced Air, Pellet Stove
Cooling System: 
Central Air
Water Source: 
Well
Lot/Land Details
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Acres: 
18.01
Lot Size (Area): 
784,515
Lot Size (Dimensions): 
907x831x992x834
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Driveway
Garage: 
2
Pool: 
None
Fence: 
Chain Link, Wire, Cross Fenced
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
2481802800
Listing Dates
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Listing Date/Time: 
9/22/2025
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
9/23/2025
Status Change Date/Time: 
3/8/2026
Contract Details
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Disclosures: 
Unincorporated
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Agent Name: 
Allison Pettross
Listing Office Name: 
eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc.

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