24270 Highway 78

Property Description

Phenomenal 1915**, Craftsman estate on 16± acres with entry via your private bridge over a creek. So much to list: solar panel power, a vineyard, privacy, character, and various forms of income potential with agricultural zoning, ADU options, and two parcels. The home is stunning with 6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and an amazing office. A charming screened porch welcomes you as you enter through the front door, while a private patio out back is perfect for entertaining. It may qualify for Mills Act status, but Seller cannot guarantee. No historic reports available. The hardwood floors and remarkable Craftsman details make this quality home shine. The front door opens to a massive fireplace and inviting great room. The chef’s kitchen features high end appliances with double ovens, Wolf gas cooking, a Viking warming drawer, ice machine, and oversized pantry. Two bedrooms with a full bath on the first level offers multigenerational living, or other varied and flexible options. Two APNs total the 16 acres with about 2 acres of gorgeous landscaping and an acre of mostly cabernet sauvignon vines that typically produce two to six barrels of wine each year. Enjoy multiple fruit trees, including 4 pomegranate bushes, 5 olive trees, 5 walnut trees, 2 orange trees, 1 grapefruit, 2 pluot trees and 1 lemon tree with irrigation and room for a lot more. There is a cozy firepit, great spots to camp, two shooting ranges, trails, paths, Zen garden, pond and wildlife galore. Wander your own property on bikes, a four-wheeler, or other fun outdoor toys. Maybe open your own winery/vineyard, or agricultural food stand. There are many options as it is zoned Agricultural A72 with an “O” designator; the property may offer options for additional ADUs or another home on the second parcel—buyer to verify all possibilities with the County of San Diego. Other helpful info: two wells, 45,000 gallon tank for irrigation water; 30,000 gallon holding tank for house water; two fire main hoses from the irrigation tank; garage has a pit for working on vehicles. Outbuilding for livestock management. Electrical and water at the pasture site where a barn previously existed (gravel area on second lot). Farm and vineyard equipment available and negotiable. Water softener. Automatic generator connected to propane. Propane tank. ***Records show 1950 construction, but that is due to lost records. Working on finding more accurate information for 1915 construction.