This treasured property was the retreat of Bob Litchfield, author of the historical volumes Palomar Views I and II. It is now ready to welcome a new family to begin their own chapters of adventure on beautiful Palomar Mountain. Eighty years ago, one of Palomar Mountain’s pioneers recognized the value of building to capture its peaceful, expansive views. Tucked among magnificent boulders, they created a much-loved and utterly charming knotty pine cabin where countless memories have been made around the stone fireplace. You'll enjoy the easy-care quartzite counters and the original vintage Western Holly gas stove, where many memorable meals have been prepared. Take the stairs up to a loft with twin beds. Downstairs you'll find a 'Library' with built-in bookcases, a king sized bed and closet that also walks into a storage area the owners have named 'The cave'. The Den with an attached half bath, now has a queen bed and closet. And a third room, called the Family Room presently has a trundle, a double bed, closet and attached Jack-and-Jill half bath. Both levels total 1244 square feet plus the loft that is 8 by 10. The lower level is all carpeted with two doors that take you out to a very inviting stone patio. All furnishings are included and this happy cabin has had many fun sleep-over nights for 10 of their favorite family and friends. You can too! Step outside to an exceptional and rare backyard bordering National Forest, with sweeping vistas of Warner Springs, Lake Henshaw, and Cuyamaca Peak. A 500-square-foot deck and two stone patios were later added to enhance outdoor living and take full advantage of the setting. Power first arrived on Palomar in the early 1950s and has since been upgraded to 200-amp service, supporting two mini-split heating and cooling units, one on each level. An insulated metal roof and new septic system have been installed. The property is also equipped for Starlink. It is all set for full time living, weekend getaways and would make a fabulous vacation rental.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
1.45 acresLot Size
$443Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Bonnie Phelps•DRE #01293655• Palomar Properties
Contact: hellobonniephelps@gmail.com
Bought with Bonnie Phelps•DRE #01293655• Palomar Properties
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County
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APN
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Last updated by owner on Feb 22, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
The RR Use Regulations are intended to create and enhance residential areas where agricultural use compatible with a dominant, permanent residential use is desired. Typically, the RR Use Regulations would be applied to rural or semi-rural areas where urban levels of service are not available and where large lots are desired. Various applications of the RR Use Regulations with appropriate development designators can create buffers between residential and agricultural uses, family or small farm areas, or large lot rural residential developments.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Fire house
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Laundry Information
None
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Cooling Information
See Remarks
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, See Remarks, Kitchen, Loft
Fireplace Information
Great Room
Has Fireplace
Interior Features
Entry Level: 2
Entry Location: Walk-in level faces west
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 0
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Treed Lot, Rolling Slope, Down Slope from Street, Steep Slope, Rocks
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Parcel Number: 1350800800
Total # of Stories: 3
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Special Assessments
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Mutual Water Companies
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Rural, Hiking, Fishing, Mountainous, Lake, Park, Hunting
School Information
High School District: Valley Center - Pauma
Location Information
Latitude: 33.31076188
Longitude: -116.84318302
Directions: Simply call listing agent for a 4WD tour in the snow! Owner's family is spending time there until sold.
Zoning: Residential
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Style: Single Family Residential
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County: San Diego County
APN: 1350800800
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Personal items and sofa.
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: hellobonniephelps@gmail.com
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Bonnie
List Agent Last Name: Phelps
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Palomar Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Bonnie
Buyer Agent Last Name: Phelps
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Palomar Properties
Around this home
Schools
Pauma Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 9.0mi
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Valley Center High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.7mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
30% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
0 hot days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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