18928 Paradise Mountain Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082

As you drive out oak-covered country roads, you will find a private drive with only 3 residences. Owned by the former Director of the San Diego zoo and a nationwide equestrian trainer, this serene 5.09 acre property is well-equipped for horse, animal & nature lovers. In addition to the 3 bedroom home, there is a pool, large riding/jump arena, several corrals, a lunge ring, an 18 stall barn with caretaker apt, seasonal creek, animal enclosures, aviary & 2 hobby rooms. Priced $250,000 under 2017 appraisal!

5.09 Useable Acres: Verbiage taken from owner & friend: 2,549 SF Ranch Style Residence, 3 BD/2 BA with Fenced Pool, 2 Fireplaces Granite Hills Farm is more than just a horse property – it's a getaway, offering peace and quiet with a country feel for you and your animals. Mature shade trees throughout the property provide a sense of privacy on this 5.09 acre hidden gem that borders a seasonal stream. For the past 40 years the property has welcomed pets from all around the world. Owned by animals lovers, one a distinguished wildlife curator and director of the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park; the other an accomplished horse show-jumping trainer, breeder and national horse show judge, you sense the blended passions of dedicated horseman and wildlife preservationist. It's like living on your own nature preserve. The cozy, Ranch-style 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath residence has an extra large Master Suite with walk - in closet and patio. French doors and windows in the living spaces, with two wood burning fireplaces to warm your hearth. The Living Room, Dining Room and Library/Den are separated by charming wrought iron gates and feature rustic wood paneling. Built-in bookshelves giving it a comfortable ranch quality. The accessible floor plan includes a separate laundry/mud room that leads into the kitchen with double GE ovens and solid oak cabinets. The horse improvements consist of indoor stalls, large paddocks and pastures, a round pen, a 180' x 90' sand arena, office and tack room with cross-ties, laundry and washing facilities. 4 stalls are presently being used for tack room/office/laundry/shop space but can be easily converted. 14 stalls are readily available. There is a 1 BD apartment with full bath located in the barn providing additional living space or quarters for a caretaker. The riding arena, complete with sprinkler system, was professionally installed and has ample room for a full course of jumps, a trail course or a dressage court with room to expand. Many, many top trainers from around the country have come to Granite Hills Farm to see and try horses. The A70, SR-2 zoning has a 2 acre minimum lot size in some circumstances, depending on zoning requirements that you will have to verify, providing another potential options/possibilities. Expandable Sand Arena 180' x 90' with Sprinklers Round Pen, Multiple Turnouts and Pastures, Animal Enclosures 2 Freestanding Workshops - POSSIBLE GUEST QUARTERS, POOL HOUSE or ?? Plenty of space for Trailer and Motorhome Parking Mature Fruit Trees : 2 Pear, 2 Peach, 2 Israell Apple, Pomegranate, Tangerine Propane and Septic