16361 Cuyamaca Forest Road Julian , CA 92036

A lifetime might be spent searching for a four season property with views as breathtaking as those at Mountain Circle Ranch. This unique property, with a heritage intertwined with the Kumayaay Indians, and once owned by the King of Spain, must be seen in person to truly appreciate its tranquility and beauty. At an elevation of 5,600ft, the views change with the seasons and provide diverse visual enjoyment. The panoramic vistas stretch from the Salton Sea and Anza Borrego to the East, to Lake Cuyamaca to the South, reaching the Coronado Bridge/Downtown San Diego skyline, and the Pacific Ocean to the West—truly a view fit for royalty. Cuyamaca Forest Ranch was developed in 1957, and has since changed hands a minimal number of times. Upon acquiring the property, the current owner began shaping Mountain Circle Ranch into a masterpiece reflecting his vision. Using the on-site lumber mill, he crafted the necessary wood for the property’s structures, including a bunkhouse, 4-stall horse barn with laundry room and 1/2 bath, wood shop, and a library with panoramic views. The highlight is the massive Pavilion, supported by robust steel framing and featuring one of the largest stone fireplaces imaginable. This Pavilion, featuring a three bedroom ADU, offers the potential to be reimagined as a magnificent main residence with stunning Eastern views. Other notable features include a large two-bay garage with a mechanic’s trench and an attached one-bedroom ADU, a newly drilled high-output well servicing all structures, three fire hydrants, auxiliary...See Supplement