Description
This 16.86-acre Julian estate offers sweeping views of the Volcan and Cuyamaca Mountains, with the subtle sounds of Deer Creek as your backdrop. Perched atop a private ridge, "Regalo De Dios"—God’s Gift—redefines mountain living with serenity, independence, and breathtaking splendor. The 1,814 sq ft single-level, three-bedroom, two-bath home includes a 214 sq ft art studio/guest room, vaulted 15-foot wood-beam ceilings in the great room, and 8 skylights that gently fill the interior with natural light. The gourmet kitchen—with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and an additional pantry—blends the open living spaces perfectly for entertaining, creativity, relaxation, or welcoming guests. Exterior upgrades include fire-resistant siding, long-life cool roof, an oversized detached garage, and RV access for ultimate practicality. Designed for total independence, the estate now boasts a paid-off solar system (2023), new well pump (2025) with 5,000 gallons of storage and state-of-the-art filtration, hybrid HVAC (2024), four-person spa, security cameras, Nest, Broadband, WiFi, remote front door lock, on-demand water heater (2023), a fire sprinkler system, powered gate, plus a 22-kW automatic backup generator with its own fuel tank for uninterrupted comfort. Regalo De Dios is more than a home—it’s a rare opportunity to own a modern Julian retreat that blends privacy, flexibility, memory-making, and vacation rental possibilities with a coveted mountain lifestyle. Home Inspection Done. Seller Repairs Done. – Sometimes a home finds you, come and see! The property includes three parcels totaling 16.86 acres with multiple building sites; a second gate provides access to a roughed-in pad, and nearby utilities make it ideal for expansion, your compound, or investment. Most furnishings are included, and the home easily accommodates 6-8 guests, featuring a Murphy Bed in the art studio for extra guest flexibility. The walk-in pantry, with a second sink, knotty pine cabinetry, extra counter space, and a full-sized washer and dryer, adds to the built-in convenience. Deer and other wildlife are frequent visitors, as are stunning sunsets and astounding night skies with shooting stars and meteor showers. Pine Hills is in a rare Dark Sky Community, and this home even lets you warmly stargaze yourself to sleep under the bedroom skylights. Additional highlights include a Hague multi-filtration system and two 250-gallon propane tanks that signal the company when they need a top-off. A John Deere tractor with accessories and the ranch's maintenance equipment are also available for purchase. With no HOA, CCRs, or Mello-Roos fees, you’ll enjoy true privacy and peace, far from the hustle and bustle down the hill. Just minutes from the historic town of Julian—famous for apple picking, charming shops, and fresh-baked pies—and close to state parks for hiking, biking, fishing, and horseback riding, this is more than a home: it’s a retreat where you can truly be yourself. The welcoming gate says it all: Regalo de Dios—“Gift from God.”
