It’s no secret that San Diego is one of the best places to live, with year-round sunshine and a relaxed SoCal atmosphere, but some of the city’s hottest neighborhoods are kept hush-hush—like the renowned Rancho Santa Fe. Heading to auction without reserve on February 26 is Casa Del Sol, a sprawling family compound that spans over eight acres. If you want to live in your very own resort spa, one that can rival that of The Four Seasons, you may want to watch the above video and mark your calendar.
"Set on eight acres of lush tropical landscape, and accented with waterfalls and fragrant fruit trees, Casa Del Sol is a oasis of tranquility and refinement," says K. Ann Brizolis of Pacific Sotheby's International. "Amenities overflow here, and its ornate details are equally as exquisite as they are unique. This auction presents an unprecedented opportunity to acquire a Rancho Santa Fe trophy property at your own bid price."
Listed through Concierge Auctions (in cooperation with Pacific Sotheby's International, Markus Canter, and Cristie St. James of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices), Casa Del Sol is only five minutes from the beach and around 30 minutes away from downtown. The European-inspired property features four residences: a 9,000-square-foot main house; a 2,500-square-foot guest home; a 2,500-square-foot Roman spa and steam room; and a 1,500-square-foot staff residence.
One of our favorite parts of Casa Del Sol (which was originally listed for $36.5 million) is the 15+ water features that are scattered throughout the grounds, acting as a natural sound system that cocoons the entire property. Another standout highlight is the underground bowling alley and game room, which is accessed through an ornate iron gate.
Also not to be missed is the tennis court, 13-seat movie theater, dog grooming station, resort-style pool, and spacious Buddha bar. Clearly designed to entertain, the estate has a live outdoor performance stage and a palm court lawn that is surrounded by a rose garden and able to seat 500 guests.
Considering El Milagro, the record-breaking estate that sold for $14.3 million last year, is one of Casa Del Sol’s neighbors, we have no doubts that this offering will go over well come auction day. Who knows, it may even come out on top.
