16765 Charro Road, Ortega Mountain CA 92530 | $1,498,000

Nestled in the exclusive gated equestrian community of Rancho Capistrano, this stunning 3,900 sq ft custom-built ranch estate sits on a sprawling 2.36-acre street-to-street parcel, offering a seamless blend of luxury, functionality, & natural beauty. Designed, built, & owned by its visionary architect, the home features 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms plus office & includes a 1 bed/1 bath "granny flat" with a private entrance & 560 sq ft enclosed porch - ideal for multigenerational living or guests. The thoughtfully designed floor plan provides privacy with separate wings for the primary suite, which boasts sweeping hills and mountain views, & the guest bedrooms. The main level features an all-encompassing great room with a custom stone & rock fireplace plus a convenient bedroom & full bath. An 1,100 sq. ft. enclosed porch wraps the back of the home for ideal entertaining space & showcases a majestic central tree as well as stunning panoramic views of Santiago Peak, San Gorgonio, & San Jacinto mountains. A charming enclosed front porch is the perfect warm welcome to this quintessential county home. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac with a gated entrance & circular driveway, the property also includes a 2-car garage with a workshop/3rd car space & an additional separate drive access leading to a mid-level flat parcel, ideal for a pool and/or an ADU or even horse/small animal space. Further down, the lower-level area is perfect for developing a dedicated equestrian area with space for corrals, a tack room, or feed storage. You'll even find a garden space where you can grow your own