Orange County

Across Southern California, views set the rhythm of daily life in this quintet of homes, from golf greens in San Diego to ocean horizons near Fallbrook and the desert’s open skies in Rancho Mirage. Each residence leans into indoor-outdoor living, pairing open layouts with spaces designed for gathering, whether on a rooftop patio in Oceanside or beside a resort-style pool and spa. Privacy and flexibility also define the mix, spanning senior-friendly ease, acreage with A70 zoning, and a secluded mountain lodge above Sawpit Canyon.

Across California, this quintet traces a lifestyle map defined by space, scenery, and straightforward ownership. A five-acre Desert Hot Springs retreat pairs full fencing with major 2024 system upgrades and flexible outbuildings for work or play. In Lake Arrowhead, a fully reimagined, furnished cabin layers design-forward finishes with wraparound decks and lake-forest views near the Village. Two long-held Del Sur corner parcels in Lancaster offer flat acreage, extensive paved frontage, and renewable-leaning optionality. Del Mar rounds it out with a furnished, top-floor corner residence and white-water views steps from village life.

Southern California’s most enduring escapes take many forms, and this quintet traces a lifestyle map from forested Lake Arrowhead to the desert ease of Palm Springs and the whitewater edge of Del Mar and San Clemente. Each property is anchored by views—trees, mountains, or coastline—and shaped for flexible, turnkey use, from remodeled interiors and low-maintenance living to monthly stays and a rare coastal duplex opportunity. Together, they reflect a second-home mindset where recreation, walkability, and everyday comfort matter as much as setting.

Predominantly single-level living paired with a sense of retreat. Tucked on cul-de-sacs, set on generous grounds, or positioned for ocean and hillside outlooks, each home balances privacy with everyday proximity—whether to Montecito’s Upper Village, walkable neighborhood amenities, or the heart of Corona del Mar. Outdoor spaces read as extensions of daily life, while thoughtful updates and flex-ready layouts quietly future-proof how these residences can be enjoyed.

A rare oceanfront property has come to market along one of La Jolla’s most exclusive residential enclaves. Priced at $21.5 million, the estate is one of only eight homes on the stretch known as Billionaire’s Bluff, neighboring the property involved in San Diego County’s record-setting $57 million residential sale.

Haven TeamAug 25, 2026 · 2 min read

A $22.88 million ocean-view home has come to market in Encinitas, with Thomas Jacobs of Compass representing the property.

Haven TeamAug 24, 2026 · 2 min read

Along the Southern California coast, scarcity and lifestyle often travel together, and this trio of recent sales reflects that enduring pull. Two addresses sit within Encinitas’s 92024 coastal grid, where proximity alone can define value and liquidity. In Costa Mesa’s highly sought-after Lower Birds of Mesa Verde, an off-market sale underscores the quiet competition for space, privacy, and indoor-outdoor living. Together, these three properties illustrate how premium neighborhoods reward both discretion and long-term desirability.

Resort-caliber amenities paired with everyday ease. From a Foothills home set amid scenic trails and a celebrated school district to gated bayfront living at The Landing, each address frames life around fresh air and effortless access. Bird Rock’s ground-floor patio retreat and two Del Mar Village residences, including a top-floor escape steps from the sand, underscore an indoor-outdoor rhythm built for lock-and-leave simplicity.

Across Southern California, this quintet of residences is united by a view-first sensibility and a talent for hosting. From San Diego’s Pacific Beach and Mission Hills to the layered gates of Coto de Caza, a hilltop perch in Encinitas, and a premier cul-de-sac setting in Rancho Mirage, each home treats light and scenery as essential architecture. Expect seamless indoor-outdoor flow, spaces built for gathering, and a recurring balance of privacy with close proximity to everyday conveniences and recreation.