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RANCHO SANTA FE LUXURY HOMES
FAIRBANKS RANCH REAL ESTATE

Rancho Santa Fe, California property is known for its gorgeous landscaping and scenic beauty. It is a picture perfect, elegant and sophisticated Spanish style village. It is also one of the ten wealthiest communities in the United States and has magnificent estates to rival any European estates. Rancho Santa Fe luxury homes are suited to every life style. It has been picked as the number one best place to live in the Unites States. The average residential lot is 2 acres or more. It is located 25 miles north of downtown San Diego and about four miles east of the Pacific Ocean. It is within 15 minutes of the Palomar Airport in Carlsbad (760) 431-4648 and 30 minutes to Lindbergh Airport near downtown San Diego. The population is approximately 6,800. It has an an average low temperature of 45 degrees in January and an average high in July of 75 degrees. Rancho Santa Fe real estate is the best San Diego has to offer.

This original development is called "the Covenant", and the local name for the entire area (92067) zip is "The Ranch". This is an equestrian paradise with 45 miles of bridle paths and a Rancho Santa Fe Riding Club. It has an active stable with private instructions and great programs for youth. The new Community Center has classes for just about anything adults or children would find of interest. Membership in the golf, garden, and tennis clubs is only available to owners who purchase within the Covenant. About two thirds of the population lives within the Covenant. Owners within the Covenant pay an extra tax of 14 cents for every $100 of their purchase price on a yearly basis. This money is used to maintain the beauty of the landscaped roadways, etc. Rancho Days is celebrated in September and celebrates the history of Rancho Santa Fe and has fun for everyone. There is stylish couture shopping, art galleries, antique stores and gourmet restaurants in Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar and La Jolla. The huge Fashion Valley Shopping Center has top designer stores and is approximately 15 minutes south. Rancho Santa Fe condos are for those desiring a care free life style.

    You will find accommodations at The Inn of Rancho Santa Fe in the center of the town, which enjoys special guest membership at 2 18-hole private golf courses. Other nice places to stay are the Rancho Valencia Resort and the 5 Star Grand Del Mar. For sophisticated and elegant dining with lovely outdoor patio, try Mille Fleurs Restaurant.

    There is a real sense of community here, the people are extremely friendly, but they like to keep a low profile. There is a strong emphasis on the needs and well being of the children. The schools on Rancho Santa Fe real estate properties are the best in California. There is a soccer field and a Little League baseball. The Country Friends raises funds for charitable causes. The Country Friends Shop is a favorite place for buying antiques, silver, and different treasures.

    Outside the Covenant there are approximately 27-33 other planned communities, including Fairbanks Ranch. Fairbanks Ranch homes are known for their diverse architectural styles and beautiful settings. Named after Douglas Fairbanks, Jr., Fairbanks Ranch real estate is owned by many famous persons.

    Most of the Rancho Santa Fe real estate communities are gated with security guards. Several have equestrian and tennis centers. There are also properties that are not located in any of the named communities nor part of the Covenant. There are six exclusive private golf clubs and five of these are gated. Membership fees range from a low of $50,000 per year to a high of $250,000

Jane Foster is a Rancho Santa Fe Realtor and a Fairbanks Ranch Realtor.