Opportunity to purchase your very own extremely private piece of serenity in the unincorporated community of Elfin Forest whose motto “Keeping it Rural” reflects the desire of residents who have worked for decades to protect the area’s unique character. The property is surrounded by large parcels of permanently dedicated open-space established over the years by conservation organizations like the Escondido Creek Conservancy & is adjacent to a system of community-maintained trails for horseback riding, mountain biking, or hiking & the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve where you will find 784 acres of trails & exploration.This single-story 2949 sq. ft. 5-bed, 3-bath home with a 1200 sq. ft. detached 3-car garage/workshop sits atop 5.47 acres (2 acres of which are fully-fenced). It boasts incredible views, is located in the Rancho Santa Fe School District, & is a gardener’s paradise once recognized nationally by Good Morning America as one of the “Five Best Gardens in America”. The property includes a large 20’ x 24’ commercial Rimol® Matterhorn greenhouse, an agricultural-sized 1.5” water meter, & an insulated & air-conditioned “grow room” to nurture your plantings. You will find 15 different kinds of fruit & nut trees; macadamia, pomegranate, guava, tangerine, tangelos, lemon, limes, orange (3 varieties), peach, cherry, cherimoya, kumquat, & avocado. The property has the potential to become your dream equestrian estate as it is zoned for up to 50 horses. There is ample acreage to expand the existing fenced arena & its adjacent two-stall barn-like structure with sink that is perfect for a tack room or feed room & to add a full-size barn. A large concrete parking pad provides plenty of room for multiple RVs or horse trailers. It is fully electric with 400-amp service & a paid-for 7.92kW solar electric system which will cover most of your electric bills. Adjacent to the home is redwood deck, a large stamped concrete patio, exterior lighting, & an outdoor fireplace perfect for entertaining. The home is equipped with an induction cooktop, dual-zone heat pump heating & air-conditioning, a Dimension One above ground spa, & ample room for a pool. Only 9 miles from the Pacific Ocean & its cool breezes & just 15 mins west of the I-15 freeway. It is minutes away from San Elijo Hills Town Center where you’ll find all the amenities, including a grocery store & dozens of restaurants & shops. This home offers multiple opportunities for future investment with the potential for lot splits & plenty of room for an ADU or a few…the possibilities are endless! Seller will entertain offers between $2,175,000 – $2,250,000. Equipment: Dryer, Shed(s), Washer Sewer: Septic Installed Topography: RSLP