Discover this extraordinary opportunity to own a large portion of the Historic Dripping Springs Ranch. This rare offering includes three contiguous parcels totaling approximately 173 acres in the scenic foothills of Temecula with 2 historic ranch homes. Rich in history and natural beauty, the property features two gated entrances with Highway 79 frontage for convenient access and privacy, plus a third access point via Anja Avenue in the unincorporated area south of the highway. All parcels are in the Temecula Valley Unified School District. Two parcels have functioning water wells.
The first parcel at 39325 Highway 79 offers approximately 40 acres, zoned Rural Residential (RR) and bordering public land. It includes a charming 1951 single-family residence of about 790 square feet with 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom, plus a pond. This parcel features two elevated and unimproved flat plateaus including one large one aproximately 5 acres with spectactular views.
The second parcel (APN 917-150-034) spans approximately 123.93 acres, also RR-zoned, with a seasonal creek, rolling terrain, mature native vegetation, oak woodlands and direct adjacency to the Dripping Springs Trailhead and Campground in the Cleveland National Forest. It features a historic 1928 single-family residence of about 1,592 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The third parcel (APN 917-150-027) comprises approximately 9.78 acres with a fantastic hilltop view pad ideal for a future building site. Zoned RR and accessible from Wacker Drive and David Street, it adjoins the other parcels and neighboring land to create one expansive ranch.
Boasting panoramic mountain and valley views, expansive mature oak woodlands, abundant wildlife, seasonal waterways, and direct access to thousands of acres of protected public lands, this property is ideal for a private ranch, equestrian estate, agricultural use, family retreat, recreational getaway, conservation, or custom estate home (buyer to verify all building possibilities with Riverside County). Flat pads near the hilltops offer spectacular views.
Properties of this size, history, privacy, and location are rarely available. Just minutes from Temecula Wine Country, Vail Lake, and Old Town Temecula, this is a truly unique legacy property in Southern California. *** Be Sure to check out virtual tour ***