Welcome to your peaceful retreat at 9722 Deer Valley Trail in Descanso, CA! This charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers 1,482 square feet of upgraded living space, nestled on a sprawling 8.69 acres. The open beam ceiling in the living and wood burning stove create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Step outside to enjoy the serene surroundings, complete with a brick BBQ area perfect for entertaining. Horse enthusiasts will find this property a dream come true, featuring a corral, riding trails, and a covered barn with two 24-foot stalls and a tack room. The fenced back pasture and pipe corrals with shade and feeders ensure your animals are well cared for. One of the last old oak groves in Descanso graces this property, with multiple 300+ year-old oaks providing a picturesque backdrop. Currently operating as a working alpaca farm with 12 alpacas, goats, chickens, and an Anatolian Shepherd LGD, this home offers a unique business opportunity. The back of the property has been successfully run as an Airbnb/Hipcamp since 2020, featuring a cottage, tent, RV space, 2 outdoor kitchens. Additional amenities include a 2-car garage with a workroom area, full bathroom, washer/dryer hookups, there are multiple outbuildings and a terraced flat area perfect for an RV or mobile home. Plus, there's an organic garden with 800 square feet of garden boxes, perfect for cultivating your own produce. Embrace the tranquility and potential of this unique property! Enjoy the seasonal stream, occasional snow, and multiple outbuildings that complete this idyllic setting. Check out their Alpaca farm website: www.dvalpaca.com
Fenced and gated Farmhouse retreat of 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2786 sq ft custom home nestled on parklike 3.2 acres and is located in the quaint and charming town of Descanso. Room to roam for your horses and farm animals with a 4 stall (stick-built) barn and 3 pastures. Inviting living room is warmed by open beamed ceiling, carved wood mantle fireplace with Pellet stove insert, built in curio cabinet and drop- down ceiling fan. The spacious formal dining room includes tray ceiling, and a pass-thru to kitchen for ease of serving meals. Country kitchen features tile floor and countertops, informal dining area, double oven, dishwasher, trash compactor, gas cooktop and microwave. Walk-in pantry and laundry room with built in cabinets and ironing board are conveniently located to the kitchen. Serenity is the mood for the master bedroom suite that includes walk-in closet, arched window that frames the spa tub, separate shower and sitting room/office that has a private entrance door that leads to outside staircase. Two other bedrooms are located in the wing off the living room. Both include ceiling fans. Main bath located between these 2 bedrooms has a generous side tile shower with bench seat. Family room will be the center of entertaining, warmed by reclaimed brick hearth and efficient Pellet stove, built in entertainment center and ceiling fan too. Off the family room is a windy wood staircase that leads to an upstairs hideaway, perfect for guest room, playroom or? Other noteworthy amenities include: Hard surface floors throughout, 2 car attached garage, approximately 50 percent of the windows have newly installed Anderson windows. New Amana HVAC, water softener for entire house, 40 x 60 metal building with separate concrete driveway. Great place to store boat, RV, tractor or other vehicles. There are extensive solar panels that are completely paid for, 9 KW gas generator. 220 Volt, 20 AMP charging system for EV. Newer well drilled in 2017, 750 ft deep, originally tested at 7 GPM. Newer 5000 gallon holding tank, pressure tank and pump. Beautiful, treed grounds include oak, manzanita, a producing walnut and apple tree. Enjoy the old- fashioned veranda for morning coffee to afternoon lemonade and evening star gazing. This ranch is out, but not “far out.” A must see for natural beauty, warmth and value!
Discover your new lifestyle at this serene ALPINE LOCATION custom built estate! offering TWO LOTS sold as one totaling approx. 0.78 acre, surrounded by scenic mountains and mature trees, perfect for outdoor gatherings. The large backyard patio invites you to customize your outdoor furnishings, ideal for enjoying with family and friends. Additional parking complements the LARGE DETACHED GUEST HOUSE. The spacious living room boasts vaulted ceilings, exposed stained beams, recessed lighting, and hardwood floors. Cozy up to one of two custom river rock fireplaces on colder nights. The open concept kitchen makes preparing family meals and holiday feasts a breeze. Recently upgraded with $100,000 worth of improvements, the home features a brand new heating system, a new split unit providing cooling and heating in the guest house, and a nearly new water heater and roof. There's also a well on the property.
ALSO AVAILABLE FOR LEASE Pictures hardly do the spaciousness, the nooks and crannies any justice. Luxurious home feels rural and remote but is also just a 2 minute commute to Descanso center. Minutes away from interstate 8 freeway and shopping centers. Only 30 minutes away from San Diego proper. Breathtaking views of the mountains and sunsets. Evergreens and seasonal snowfall are indeed just a close drive away from the coast. A winding private drivelane 3+ car garage, plus additional private parking area that will hold about 6 vehicles. Extra basement room, plus 12'x 25' storage room or wine cellar and a 7'x9 storage area An abundance of room for entertaining guests or just lounging in separate 24 foot high ceiling living rooms alongside one of the multiple rustic marble fireplaces. Like a large bonus room with a 15 foot wet bar, mini fridge and another fireplace, or the various spaces for an office and a retreat on both floors. Every bedroom upstairs has its own balcony, bathroom, openable skylight, and beautiful views. Additional upstairs flex space that has a fireplace, wood floors and balcony, can be used as a bedroom, too. Upstairs laundry chute for first floor laundry room. A permitted accessory dwelling unit with a bathroom (I.E. a guest house or casita) on the other side of the lot with a private entrance and driveway. It has an open floor plan, ready for the next owner to customize into whatever use they want. A workshop, a production studio, or even a small two bedroom home. The foundation has sub flooring strengthened to accommodate heavy equipment such as a gym. No need to spend on RV storage; the property has additional parking near the extra house. Even a helicopter landing pad Underground pool and spa with cascading waterfall and an $8,000 BBQ island by a wooden deck Hose with water softener Well with water storage , new pump on good well Central vacuum, two central air units, Emergency electric backup generator 750 sq. ft. gourmet kitchen with Solarium dining, eat at the counter bar or the breakfast nook, granite countertops, large tiled floor is bright and open, a large island with drawers, cabinets, gas stove, large dual door pantry, dual sink and large windows with view of rolling hills. Step out onto your coffee deck for the first morning sip. Formal dining room, wood floors with French doors that lead to the main entrance. 900 square foot master suite is complete with two sitting and/or exercise areas, fireplace, luxurious jacuzzi tub.
Nestled in the peaceful Cuyamaca Mountains, this custom property offers a serene escape surrounded by nature's beauty. With crisp, fresh air and breathtaking landscapes, the home is ideal for those seeking refuge from the hustle and bustle of daily life. As soon as you step into the recently renovated great room and kitchen, you'll be greeted with beautiful panoramic views of the rolling hills of Descanso, a small community-oriented town situated in eastern San Diego County that means “rest from labor” in Spanish. This move-in ready home boasts 2,072 square feet of living space, 3 bedrooms, an office, and 2.5 bathrooms. The property sits on 1.47 acres of land that backs up to the Cleveland National Forest. With plenty of space for cars and toys, this home features a large 2-car garage, RV and boat parking, as well as an attached and garaged workshop. This meticulously maintained residence has many upgrades, including a recently remodeled kitchen, luxury flooring, new carpet, and appliances, upgraded vinyl windows and sliding doors, a new AC unit, rebuilt deck(s), and a new 5000-gallon water tank. Additional features include both covered and uncovered patio spaces, a fenced-in and landscaped dog run, mature fruit trees, and beautiful nearby hiking trails. Conveniently located just minutes from the 8 freeway, this mountain retreat promises a serene lifestyle amidst breathtaking landscapes.
This home's list of features is LONG! ADU has separate gated entry! Spread out across 11.5 acres! Underground power (no PSPS), 2 owned propane tanks, ADU has brand new septic risers, ATV trails throughout, Solar and propane water heater at main house, All newer water heaters both homes, Water filtration system, brand new control valve, New water softener, Reverse osmosis both homes, New windows, Multiple high speed Internet options, Full bars cell service, Full RV hookups (1 set at each home), Transfer switches for generators at both homes, Separate *gated* driveways, Paved driveway at main home, Main home has access control gate with intercom in house, ADU has it's own electric meter, Central vac, 2 HVAC (zoned), 1 primary suite has extra deep soaking tub, the other primary suite has a jetted tub, Hardwood throughout, 3beds have balcony/patio, All beds have large closets, primaries have dual closets, Wood burning fireplace insert, Fire suppression system, Touches Cleveland National Forest, Abundant wildlife, Part of SD shooting area, Massive deck for entertaining or stargazing, Ready for animals, Pumphouse with extra storage serves as garage for ADU, 3 car garage w/ vacuum for car washing and plenty of storage cabinets, 7 minutes to 8 freeway, Very strong well, home built with expansion in mind so structurally more bedrooms can be added on. Room measurements are approximate.
Fantastic 10 acre property with breathtaking views. Two units plus large well/workshop building. Front unit is newly remodeled 1 bedroom, 1 bath plus loft with fresh paint, new carpet, new stove, windows, doors, washer/dryer, turn key. 2nd unit has been permitted as a garage and has one bedroom, 1 bath. Great horse property with miles of private riding trails and EZ access to National Forest lands. Property has huge oaks, easy roll, very usable, private well, water softener. You don't find properties this nice.
The median home value in Descanso, CA is $580,000. This is lower than the county median home value of $846,300. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Descanso, CA is $580,000. Approximately 69.82% of Descanso homes are owned, compared to 14.79% rented, while 15.4% are vacant. Descanso real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Descanso real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Descanso, California has a population of 1,595. Descanso is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 21.35% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 33.76%.
The median household income in Descanso, California is $112,969. The median household income for the surrounding county is $88,240 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Descanso is 47 years.
The average high temperature in July is 86.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 33.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 21.4 inches per year, with 11.6 inches of snow per year.