10499 Highway 79, Descanso, CA 91916

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4 Beds

3 Baths

2,531SqFt

Active

Welcome to your dream opportunity—an established Alpaca Ranch, a profitable and emerging business, and a charming home nestled in the serene beauty of Descanso, CA, located at 10499 CA-79 and currently known as “Alpacas and Friends.” This expansive property offers 7 acres of lush, usable land, perfect for both seasoned ranchers and those looking to start a new venture. The fully operational Alpaca Ranch includes alpacas, emus, chickens, and pheasants, along with well-maintained barns, sheds, and animal enclosures. The business includes opportunities for breeding, fiber production, jam production, and farm tours/stays, allowing you to tap into a growing niche market—all while enjoying the peace, serenity, and exclusivity of country living . The sale includes all necessary equipment, inventory, and infrastructure to run the business seamlessly from day one (a complete detailed list of all inclusions is available upon request). This charming, newly upgraded 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 2,531 sq. ft. home offers cozy living with rustic elegance. Inside you’ll find open-concept living spaces, a large gourmet kitchen, and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and pastures. Whether you’re enjoying your morning coffee on the front porch, any of the sitting areas in the numerous landscaped garden areas, or unwinding after a day on the ranch on the property’s upper viewing deck, the scenic beauty is ever present. There are over 100 live oak trees on the property with 3 seasonal creeks that cross the property. An abundance of mature fruit trees and vines used in house to make and sell from 75-100 cases of jam a year. Includes: 10 Yellow Peach 8 Pomegranate 3 White Peach 7 Plum/Pluerry 24 Olive 2 Almond 10 Apple 6 Cherry 2 Nectarine 2 Pear Varietal Grapes Blackberries Raspberries Strawberries. In Addition, there is a 36x34' cold frame structure housing 11 3x6x2' and 8 4x7x2.5' raised garden beds for growing a substantial vegetable garden. The property is conveniently located near major roads, making it easily accessible while maintaining a sense of tranquility and seclusion. This is a rare opportunity for anyone looking to embrace the farm-to-table lifestyle, expand their agricultural business, or simply escape to a peaceful ranching community. Your dream ranch awaits—make this exceptional property yours while it’s still available. Don’t wait—schedule your private tour today! Additional Features Include: • Fully paid-off solar with 37 solar panels and 3 Power Walls • Pool and Jacuzzi with decking and pergola • Outdoor heaters, 2 firepits, and an outdoor kitchen cooktop/BBQ area with fire-resistant decking • Tractor with bucket, chipper, log splitter, stock trailer, King Ranch 4x4, utility ATV, and 5th Wheel • Fully fenced perimeter with electric entry gate, plus additional interior animal paddocks, shade covers, and enclosures • Nine picnic tables throughout the property • Multiple parking areas created to accommodate 45 vehicles during ranch events • Two outdoor site-built restrooms (1 ADA-accessible and 1 standard) conveniently located • Multiple gardens with 18 raised garden beds, 2 established fruit tree orchards, and both annual and perennial flowers • Installed water lines throughout the northern half of the property and down to the south pasture • Ranch store with a solar battery and all remaining inventory • Social media and Shopify accounts included in the sale • Newly replaced HVAC system • Newly replaced well pump • Water shed housing the pressure system, iron filter, and softener system. • Finished two-car garage • Recently replaced house siding and boxed eaves with hardiboard • New Standing Seam Metal Roof • Enclosed, screened-in porch/mudroom With just a 45min drive to the airport outside of rush hour, and only 5 min from I-8. Its bordering neighbors East side is bounded by Samagatuma Ranch and a conservation easement, West side bounded by CA-79, and theNorth side by Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.

Property Details
Price $1,800,000
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Baths 3
Property Style Ranch
Lot Size Area 307098
Lot Size Area Units Square Feet
Acres 7.05
Property Type Residential
Sub type SingleFamilyResidence
MLS Sub type Single Family Residence
Stories 2
Exterior Features BLM/National Forest,Foothills,Horse Trails,Mountainous,Stable(s),Rural,Suburban,Biking,Hiking
Year Built 1993
Subdivision Cuyama(840)
View Hills,Mountain(s)
Heating Forced Air,Propane
Accessibility None
Lot Description 11-15 Units/Acre
Laundry Features Individual Room,Propane Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Pool features None
Parking Spaces 10
Garage spaces 2
Association Fee 0
Geographic Data
Directions Google Maps
County San Diego
Latitude 32.873012
Longitude -116.588136
Market Area 91916 - Descanso
Address Information
Address 10499 Highway 79, Descanso, CA 91916
Postal Code 91916
City Descanso
State CA
Country United States
Listing Information
Listing Office Axia Real Estate Group, Inc
Listing Agent Jennifer Corona
Listing Agent Phone jennifer@axiasd.com
Attribution Contact jennifer@axiasd.com
Compensation Disclaimer The offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
Special listing conditions Standard
Virtual Tour URL https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=w9imEzGFRG9
School Information
District Mountain Empire Unified
MLS Information
Days on market 4
MLS Status Active
Listing Date Mar 24, 2025
Listing Last Modified Mar 28, 2025
Tax ID 4071003600
MLS Area 91916 - Descanso
MLS # PTP2501884

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