0 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908

Build your dream estate just 10 miles south of Salinas on this rare 5-acre offering nestled in the eastern foothills of the Santa Lucia Range. Enjoy sweeping views overlooking the Salinas Valley, along with the peace, privacy, and natural beauty of country living. The property features usable ground ideal for a custom home, horses, agriculture, or a private retreat. Convenient access to a mutual water system adds value and practicality to this exceptional parcel. Whether youre seeking a serene rural lifestyle, a weekend escape, or the perfect site to create your vision, this property offers endless potential in a picturesque setting with easy access to town, Highway 101, and the Monterey Peninsula.

This is a unique offering that is not to be missed. These 141-acres lying gracefully in the heart of the Santa Lucia Highlands has been carefully developed into an income-producing property with consistently high demand as a short-term rental or a full-time residence or family retreat just above the gates of Sleep Hollow Vineyard. Two yurts developed in 2015-2016 create opportunities for visitors to bask in the beauty of the Salinas Valley w/ a feeling of a complete getaway. The property is beautifully landscaped with over 100 fruit trees and a sense of tranquility that cannot be found this close to Salinas. Critically, the water infrastructure has been fostered to provide abundant supply w/ three powerful springs w/ approved domestic use, a shared well & 28,000-gal of storage w/ a chlorinator. There is an additional structure w/ one bed and a chefs kitchen ideal for cooking large meals. This is one of the Salinas Valley's hidden gems and its potential is only beginning to be revealed.