14640 Quail Haven Ln

El Cajon, CA 92019

Improved lot, unique property, for sale by owner (note that there may be up to $10,000 discount if there is not a buyer's agent). Nearly 4 acres of picturesque land near the end of a private road with fantastic views. Zoned agricultural (livestock is OK) and is also residential. On a slope with dramatic boulder formations. This off-the-grid, back-to-nature homestead is perfect for people who love to live with nature and to view wildlife, and putter around in the orchard. This property, named "Snail Haven" has ben used as a permaculture teaching site. The owner has certified it as a wildlife habitat through National Wildlife Federation. The property is rustically developed and could be used for building a home, parking an RV or tiny house, for a private retreat, etc. A permitted building pad is nestled into the hillside. The existing building pad is most suitable for a small home, but with imagination could be adapted for a larger home. The property also includes a permitted septic system, solar powered water well, a 5,000 gallon water tank, and fire hydrant. It also has an eco-friendly papercrete and steel hut/tiny house, 90 sq. ft., suitable for a multitude of uses, and has a permaculture style orchard of over 30 pesticide-free rare fruit and nut trees, suitable for the warm dry climate. The existing solar panels are set up to run the well-pump only at this time, but with expertise, maybe could be modified to power other devices. The site has huge potential to install additional solar panels. Quail Haven has a remote, private, rural feel, but it is only 15 minutes drive to grocery stores and other essential businesses in the towns of El Cajon and Alpine. Very close to trails for hiking, walking, horse-back riding, and bicycling. There is fishing in Loveland Reservoir about 10 minutes away. The beach is about 45 minutes drive away, as is the city of San Diego, the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Sea World and other major attractions. The mountains are about 20 minutes away and the desert is an hour away. All drive time estimates are approximate, please note. Lots of wildlife and native plants live on or near the land. Quail, doves, red-tailed hawks, hummingbirds, road-runners, and many other birds visit the land. Bird lists and tree lists are available on request. The neighbors are nice and also allow privacy to each other This property is ideal for "social distancing". There is a Quail Haven Lane Association fee of $180/year which covers road maintenance. There are no restrictive HOA rules. The electric utility SDG&E is available on Quail Haven Lane. Trash service, internet and phone is also available. There are elementary schools, high schools, and colleges nearby.