26353 Old Julian Hwy Overview
- Time on Site:
- 392 days
- Visits:
- 12
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.
26353 Old Julian Hwy Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 5,000
- Price/Sq.ft. $2,580
- Lot 170.27 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association: No
Building Information
- New Construction: No
- Year Built: 2010
Location/Region
- Country: US
- County Or Parish: San Diego
- MLS Area Major: 92065 - Ramona
- Postal City: RAMONA
- Subdivision Name: Ramona
Rent/Lease Information
- Land Lease: No
General Information
- Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional
- Parcel Number: 2861115000
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Senior Community: No
- Zoning: Agricultur
Interior
Parking Information
- Garage: No
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 3
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms Total: 4
- Bedrooms Total: 3
General Information
- Appliances: Barbecue,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Range Hood
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room
- Levels: Two
- Living Area: 5000.0
- Spa: No
- Stories: 2
- Stories Total: 2
Exterior
Parking Information
- Open Parking Spaces: 2.0
- Parking Features: Carport,Other
- Parking Total: 2.0
Lot Information
- Lot Size Acres: 170.27
- Lot Size Area: 7416961.0
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 7416961.0
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Water Source: Well
Waterfront/View
Building Exterior/Construction
- Construction Materials: Stucco
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck,Patio,Stone
- Property Attached: No
- Roof: Shingle
General Information
- Carport: Yes
- Fencing: Partial
- Other Structures: Guest House Detached
- Pool Features: In Ground,Private
- Pool Private: Yes
26353 Old Julian Hwy Neighborhood
Community
92065 (Ramona) Demographics
Schools
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26353 Old Julian Hwy Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
26353 Old Julian Hwy History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 2/23/2026Source: CRMLS | $12,900,000 -16.8% |
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| 10/14/2025Source: CRMLS | $15,500,000 -11.4% |
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| 6/2/2025Source: CRMLS | June 02, 2025 |
Contact Information: [email protected] - 619-987-9797