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Back on Market! Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the prestigious Rancho Del Mar community, this one-of-a-kind custom estate offers a living experience that is nearly impossible to replicate today. Originally designed and built as a custom residence, the home seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship, architectural character, and breathtaking natural surroundings into a truly exceptional retreat. Perched above the surrounding landscape on approximately one acre, the property feels more like a luxury mountain lodge than a traditional coastal home. Towering trees, sweeping canyon vistas, and panoramic views stretching across Rancho Santa Fe and the Del Mar Polo Fields create a setting of unmatched tranquility and privacy. The home's architectural centerpiece is its dramatic single-level design, highlighted by soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and expansive windows that flood the interior with natural light throughout the day. Every space was thoughtfully positioned to capture the property's extraordinary views, creating an effortless connection between the indoors and the surrounding landscape. Extensively upgraded while preserving its original character, the residence features wide-plank engineered hardwood flooring, custom millwork, designer lighting, and carefully curated finishes throughout. Unlike many newer homes, every element feels intentional, distinctive, and built to last. Offering five bedrooms and four bathrooms, the floor plan provides exceptional flexibility while maintaining the convenience of single-story living. Adding to the home's uniqueness is a finished lower-level bonus retreat currently designed as a luxurious wellness space. Anchored by a custom built-in dry sauna, this private escape evokes the feeling of a five-star resort, providing the perfect place to unwind, recharge, and enjoy a spa-like experience without ever leaving home. Rarely does a property combine the ease of single-story living, the character of a true custom home, and the serenity of a mountain retreat while remaining just minutes from Del Mar's beaches, dining, shopping, equestrian facilities, golf courses, and top-rated schools. This is more than a home—it's a private sanctuary where architecture, nature, and lifestyle come together in a way that is increasingly rare to find.
| Address |
4955 Rancho Viejo Drive
Del Mar, CA 92014 |
| Listing Status | ACTIVE |
| Asking Price | $4,999,888 |
| On Market Date | $5,075,000 @ Jun 6, 2026 |
| Square Footage | 3329 sf |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Full Bathrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms Total Integer | 4 |
| Beds | 5 |
| Est SF | 3,329 |
| Full Bathrooms | 4 |
| Laundry YN | 1 |
| Living Area Source | Assessor |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 4 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 5 |
| Half Bathrooms | 0 |
| Rooms Total | 0 |
| Serchbl Rms | Sauna,Walk-In Closet,Exercise Room,Primary Bedroom,Entry,Laundry,Recreation,Bonus Room,Office,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Kitchen,Great Room,Living Room,Main Floor Bedroom,Family Room,Primary Bathroom |
| Tot Bds | 0 |
| Address | 4955 Rancho Viejo Drive |
| Addr Number | 4955 |
| Addr Street | Rancho Viejo |
| Add Srch Num | 4955 |
| City | Del Mar |
| Dir | GPS |
| Geo Latitude | 32.987283 |
| Geo Longitude | -117.227203 |
| Geo Match Code | 0 |
| Geo Matched Method | 0 |
| Geo Quality | 0 |
| Geo Zoom Level | 0 |
| High School District | San Dieguito Union |
| Market Area | 92014 - Del Mar |
| Neighborhd | Rancho Del Mar |
| State | CA |
| Street Suffix | Drive |
| Waterfront YN | No |
| Zip | 92014 |
| Assessment | None |
| Assessments YN | 0 |
| Association Dues 2 | 0 |
| Association Fee2 | 0 |
| Association YN | 1 |
| HOA Fee | $0.00 |
| Electric Expense | 0 |
| Fuel Expense | 0 |
| Gross Income | 0 |
| Insurance Expense | 0 |
| Land Lease YN | No |
| Lease Amount | 0 |
| Maintenance Expense | 0 |
| Manager Expense | 0 |
| Net Operating Income | 0 |
| Other Expense | 0 |
| Professional Management Expense | 0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | $0.00 |
| Tax Year | 0 |
| Trash Expense | 0 |
| Water Sewer Expense | 0 |
| Seller Consider Concession YN | 1 |
| Concessions Amount | 0 |
| Sold Price | 0 |
| Cmplx Units | 1 |
| Entry Location | Front |
| Ent Stps | 1 |
| Excl Yrd | 0 |
| Lot Features | 0-1 Unit/Acre |
| Lot SFApx | 43560.00 |
| Lot Size Acres | 1 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Patio YN | 0 |
| Pool | None |
| Pool Private YN | 0 |
| Property Attached YN | No |
| Spa | 0 |
| Style | Single Family Residence |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| View | Bluff,Mountain(s),Trees/Woods,Neighborhood,See Remarks,Hills,Canyon,Valley,Panoramic |
| Lot Size Area | 43560 |
| Horse YN | No |
| Attached Garage YN | Yes |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Parking Non Garage | 5.00 |
| Parking Total | 8 |
| Parking YN | 0 |
| Garage YN | No |
| Carport YN | No |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Basement YN | No |
| Additional Parcels YN | No |
| Appliances YN | 0 |
| Asctn Amnts | Other |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Complx Ftrs | Gutters,Curbs,Horse Trails,Rural,Biking,Hiking,Preserve/Public Land,Suburban |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Cooling YN | 1 |
| Fireplace | 1 |
| Flor Cvrngs | Wood |
| FP | Living Room |
| Heat Eqpmnt | Forced Air |
| Heating YN | 1 |
| Keyword | 0 |
| Landry Lctn | Individual Room |
| Levels | One |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| New Construction YN | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 0 |
| Sewer Septc | Conventional Septic |
| Sprinklers YN | 0 |
| View YN | 1 |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report YN | 0 |
| Yr Blt | 1,980 |
| Yr Built Src | Assessor |
| Assoc ID | North San Diego County |
| LA1 First Nm | Paul |
| LA1 Last Nam | Fan |
| IDXContact Info | paulfan@willisallen.com |
| Timeline | Notes |
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| County | San Diego |
| Assessor Parcel# | 3022220500 |
| Zoning | Single Family Residential |
| Geographic Areas |
Community College District: Mira Costa CC Elementary School: Skyline K-6 / Solana Vista K-3 Option Area High School: Canyon Crest Academy High School: San Dieguito Academy |
| Highway Locator |
West of I-15 East of I-5 North of I-8 North of SR-52 North of SR-56 South of SR-78 |
| Ocean Distance | 2.6 miles |
| Platform | CRMLS |
| AOR | North San Diego County |
| MLS Number | NDP2605433 |
| Courtesy of | |
| Listing Agent |
Paul
Fan
paulfan@willisallen.com |
https://www.delmarvalley.com/NDP2605433
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