Opened in 1989 as a truly romantic retreat with European flair, this development is part of the Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa, which has been named among the top 10 U.S. resorts by "Zagat Survey" and "Tennis Magazine". Originally known as "John Gardiner's Rancho Valencia", this resort features 18 championship deco turf tennis courts, 43 secluded Mediterranean Casitas, the acclaimed "Rancho Valencia" Restaurant, 2 swimming pools, 3 spas, a championship croquet court, plus 30 surrounding home sites of .6 to 1 acre in size. Home sales are between $2.5 - $4 million and lots have sold most recently in the $1+ million range. Comfortably spread over 65 rural acres enjoying ocean breezes and colorful country views, this is a special environment and truly one of the areas "best kept secrets”!