26353 Old Julian Hwy Ramona, CA $17,500,000

26353 Old Julian Hwy | Ramona (92065) Ballena Valley

$17,500,000 | 3 Beds | 4 Baths (3 Full, 1 Half) | 5,000 Sq. Ft.

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. CRMLS 250029300

Directions to property: Cross Street: Littlepage Road.

MLS Listing ID: 
CRMLS 250029300
Purchase
Community Information
Subdivision: 
Ramona
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Stories: 
2
Year Built: 
2010
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
5,000
Fireplaces: 
Living Room
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Stucco
Roof: 
Shingle
Porch: 
Deck, Stone, Patio
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Bedrooms: 
3
Total Bathrooms: 
4
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
3
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
1
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
Propane, Solar, Fireplace(s)
Cooling System: 
Central Air
Water Source: 
Well
Lot/Land Details
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Acres: 
170.27000000000001
Lot Size (Area): 
7,416,961
View: 
Mountain(s), Panoramic, Pasture, Meadow
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Carport, Other
Garage: 
0
Pool: 
In Ground, Private
Fence: 
Partial
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
2861115000
Listing Dates
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Listing Date/Time: 
6/2/2025
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
6/2/2025
Status Change Date/Time: 
6/1/2025
Listing Participants
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Listing Agent Name: 
Scott Aurich
Listing Co-Agent Name: 
Meriah Druliner
Listing Office Name: 
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Listing Co-Office Name: 
Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty

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