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Valley Center might well be one of San Diego County's best kept secrets.. to those not familiar with San Diego.  The subject property, 13289 Santa Virginia Drive is the Mountain Top home in the center of the above photo.  The Looming Mountain chain in the background is Palomar Mountain, home to the Hale Observatory.  Snow capped in the winter it offers another spectacular view, forms the North boundary to Valley Center, and defines how you can own a Mountain Top in a Valley.

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As you approach the home it is the center of focus from many viewpoints.  Seen here from Keys Creek you begin to get the feeling of majesty that awaits.  Long before you reach the home it is silhouetted against the sky. rising above the surrounding profitably producing avocado grove to command the hilltop.  No matter where you look from this home there is a view.  Ever changing with the time and weather it daily enjoys close vistas of Hawks, Owls, Eagles and other soaring birds of prey that use the air currents off of the hillside to watch over what was once their private domain. 
The Verandah shown here commands a horizon view of the Pacific Ocean from Catalina to the Mexican Border and one of the daily "Soaring Visitors" can be seen in the background.

This Classic Spanish Beauty is an Architects and Designer's prize.  Broad eaves, cool verandahs, massive beams, plank flooring, French Doors and thermal paned wood windows all topped by the gorgeous mudded, multi-colored tile roof.  The "Right Wing" of the home seen here is the private guest suite on the East side of the home, and on the West side is the den/retreat with it's raised hearth, horno-style fireplace.  Just bring your own book or music.  The Master Suite and bath command the upper level.  The airy master bedroom and luxurious bath share a fireplace and private deck.  The Jacuzzi tub alcove enjoys total privacy and absolutely incredible views. A "Party Size" wrap-around walk in shower and double vanities complete the unexpected.  A walk in closet large enough for some of even "his" clothes sounds "sexist", but does a lot better job of explaining the size than just large.  There is built in storage and natural lighting, making this the closet of dreams.

The Gourmet Kitchen, designed by a professional chef, takes advantage of the view in all directions.  A step above the dining area and living room, it shares their space, while keeping cooking chores out of sight.  Top of the line appliances include a Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer and professional Thermador range with built-in griddle.  Extra deep small appliance bays with built-in electric are close at hand, yet out of sight.  Knotty pine planked cabinets with cobalt blue glass panes are accented by custom hand painted tile splash backs.  In addition to the triple sink, a vegetable sink shares the huge kitchen central island with the stove, microwave, ample cabinets, and informal dining area.  A baking center has everything needed at the cooks fingertips, and a large walk-in pantry offers ample storage.  The beautiful curving tile staircase , it's risers clad in hand painted tile, curls it's way to the upstairs master retreat.

The large interior laundry includes a deep sink, tiled drip area, laundry chute (from the master) and access to an outside drying area.  The light filled finished 3 car garage includes a built-in work bench and extra storage as well as sectional raised panel automatic doors.  An infrared pump system maintains perfect pressure from the Valley Center Water District municipal water supply.  The grove is on it's own wells.  The dual heating and air conditioning system maintains year round comfort.  Fully landscaped with mature plants and flowers.  Class A fire rate tile roof, room for.. RV storage.. a pool.. a helicopter pad.. you name it.

This home is an incredible opportunity at exactly this point in time.  The Inland Rural Market in San Diego County is just starting to turn around after 7 years of downward spiraling prices.  This home is offered at far less than replacement costs.


This home is offered in the Prudential California's Value Range Pricing.  The Seller will Entertain offers in a Range of $649,900 to $749,876


For More Information about this home, an Appointment to see the home, an Explanation of Value Range Pricing, or Information on having your home featured World Wide on the Internet like this, contact:  Terri and Paul Guess, Associate Brokers, the Prudential California Realty, 523 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 100, Encinitas CA 92024.  Office (760) 634-4200  FAX (760) 940-6329  Direct (760) NEW-HOME  639-4663

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