San Diego County is famous around the world for its breathtaking setting and its idyllic climate. Natural beauty beams from the dramatic mix of mountains, valleys, beaches and the beautiful coastline with its majestic views. The County encompasses 18 incorporated cities and numerous other charming neighborhoods and communities, including the well known real estate communities of Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe. Home of the famous Del Mar racetrack, Del Mar was once a secluded getaway resort for Hollywood celebrities, however its old beach bungalows have given way to multi-million-dollar mansions.

Located just a few miles inland from the ocean are Rancho Santa Fe and Fairbanks Ranch as well as the neighboring communities of Santaluz and Carmel Valley. According to the census data from 2000, the per capita income of Rancho Santa Fe was ranked the highest in the nation and ranked second on the Forbes list of most expensive zip codes for 2006, behind Sagaponack, New York. Despite this wealth, the area has a very low profile and abundant privacy. Since its inception in 1927, the Covenant neighborhood of Rancho Santa Fe has maintained beautiful equestrian trails along with winding rural roadways, rolling eucalyptus-covered hills, green pastures and citrus groves, and currently has one of the best public school systems in the nation.

To complete this ultimate lifestyle, add a vigorous lineup of outdoor activities and adventures: championship golf, tennis, equestrian activities such as polo and horseback riding, cycling, hiking, and an impressive array of water sports. Rancho Santa Fe and its neighboring communities offer world-class activities and entertainment for everyone in one of the most beautiful places in the world.

To learn more about Rancho Santa Fe real estate, Del Mar real estate, or coastal North County San Diego real estate, please feel free to use this website as a resource. If you have any questions, please call Cathy Gilchrist-Colmar at 858-775-6511 or Clinton Selfridge at 619-519-0964.