Ramona, CA 92065 · San Diego County Backcountry

San Diego
Country Estates

A master-planned backcountry retreat where golf carts roam the streets, horses graze the trails, and community comes to life.

⛳ San Vicente Golf Resort 🐴 Equestrian Facilities 🏊 Two Heated Pools 🥾 14.6 Miles of Trails 🏡 3,500+ Homes

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San Diego Country Estates golf course and mountains

Est. Early 1970s Ramona, CA 92065

The Community

A Hidden Gem in San Diego's Backcountry

Nestled in the rolling, boulder-specked hills just south of Ramona, San Diego Country Estates is unlike anywhere else in San Diego County. Envisioned in the early 1970s by developers who dreamed of a true country-club lifestyle outside the city, SDCE has grown into a vibrant master-planned community of more than 3,500 homes — all while keeping its small-town charm.

Here, residents drive golf carts along the streets in the daytime, walk or bike more than 20 miles of community paths without crossing the same route twice, and wave to neighbors they actually know. The road winding into the Estates curves past wineries and boulder-strewn hills that remind you this is something genuinely special.

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              Equestrian Heritage
              Casey Tibbs — famed cowboy — loved SDCE so much he married here, with Roy Rogers as best man
            

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              Wine Country Nearby
              Wineries like Turtle Rock Ridge offer tastings with sweeping mountain views just minutes away
            

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              Extremely Low Crime
              SDCE scores 1 out of 10 on the CAP Index — well below the national average of 4
            

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              True Community Culture
              4th of July parade, summer concerts, Easter egg hunts, car shows, and Christmas tree lightings
            

Community Amenities

Resort Living,
Every Day

Country-club amenities at an inland price point — one of SDCE's most compelling value propositions.

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San Vicente Golf Resort

A newly renovated Ted Robinson-designed 18-hole course, rated one of San Diego's most scenic. Residents enjoy exclusive membership benefits with waterfalls, oaks, and stunning pond views throughout play.

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Dual Equestrian Centers

The International Equestrian Center (English-style, half-mile conditioning track) and Casey Tibbs Western Center offer boarding, arenas, lessons, and access to miles of backcountry trails.

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Riviera Oaks Resort & Racquet Club

Tennis, pickleball, racquetball, basketball courts, and a full-service day spa — all within the community for residents and guests to enjoy year-round.

📞 (760) 788-7711

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Two Heated Community Pools

The San Vicente Pool and Ramona Oaks Pool give residents two beautiful swim locations, perfect for year-round recreation, laps, or a lazy afternoon in the sun.

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14.6 Miles of Trails

Walk, jog, bike, or ride horses through 14.6 miles of community trails that wind through natural terrain — and never cross the same path twice. A true outdoor paradise in your backyard.

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Three Community Parks

Ramona Oaks Park is the crown jewel — home to the historic Weiss House, community events, car shows, summer concerts, and the beloved annual Fourth of July parade.

Life in SDCE

The Lifestyle You've
Been Looking For

From morning trail rides to sunset dinners overlooking the fairway — every day at San Diego Country Estates feels like a retreat.

Golf Cart Culture

Residents cruise the streets by golf cart — a charming SDCE tradition

San Diego Country Estates equestrian track

Equestrian Lifestyle

Backyard trail access and world-class riding facilities

Community Events

Fourth of July parades, concerts, car shows & holiday celebrations

The Oaks Grille & Par Lounge

Two scenic restaurants with golf course views · Par Lounge: (760) 789-8290

Real Estate Market

SDCE Market Snapshot

Current market conditions in San Diego Country Estates — updated regularly by your local expert.

$775K

Median Sale Price

Homes range from 983 to 4,050+ sq ft. Strong demand driven by lifestyle scarcity in San Diego County.

39 Days

Avg. Days on Market

Compared to a national average of 54 days — SDCE homes move faster than most markets.

Commission — Full Service

Scott Hodge offers full-service representation at just 1% commission. No compromises on service.

*Market data based on recent 12-month sales activity. Contact Scott for the most current listing data and a free home valuation.

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Education

Schools Serving
San Diego Country Estates

SDCE is served by the Ramona Unified School District, with two elementary schools located right within the community.

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Barnett Elementary School

23925 Couna Way, Ramona, CA 92065

📞 (760) 787-3500

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James Dukes Elementary School

24908 Abalar Way, Ramona, CA 92065

📞 (760) 788-5060

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Olive Peirce Middle School

Serving SDCE students through middle school years as part of the Ramona Unified district pathway.

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Ramona High School

Home of the Bulldogs — the primary high school serving the SDCE community, located in nearby Ramona town center.

Shop & Dine Locally

Local Businesses
in the Community

Everything you need is close to home. San Diego Country Estates has a convenient mix of dining, shopping, and services right in the neighborhood.

🍕 Restaurant

Ramona Lisa's Pizza & Subs

📞 (760) 789-8282

🌮 Restaurant

Los Amigos Mexican Food

📞 (760) 789-5086

🍷 Wine, Spirits & Convenience

Country Wine & Spirits

📞 (760) 789-4918

👔 Dry Cleaning & Alterations

The Village Cleaners

📞 (760) 788-1611

🔨 Hardware Store

Village Country Hardware

📞 (760) 440-0084

Your Local Expert

🏡 SDCE Specialist · Broker/Owner

Scott Hodge

Homeport Residential · DRE #01977659

Scott Hodge is a 20-year Navy veteran and the Broker/Owner of Homeport Residential — a veteran-owned brokerage based right here in Ramona, CA. Scott is deeply embedded in the San Diego Country Estates community, serving as a proud sponsor of the SDCE Golf Tournament and helping families buy and sell in this neighborhood every day. With full-service representation at just 1% commission, Scott delivers expert guidance without the hefty price tag.

📞 858-255-1943 ✉️ Send a Message 📅 Book a Call

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