For Sale: 20784 Fortuna Del Norte, Elfin Forest, CA 92029. 16-bedroom 12-bath, 11272 sf, 1999 Elfin Forest $7,790,000 begin new search
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Overview

Set atop a quiet hillside in the Elfin Forest community of San Diego, this gated California Mediterranean style dual-estate presents the rare opportunity to own the end of the cul de sac commanding panoramic views. These estates are designed to fully unwind and reconnect with nature in a completely private oasis. At Fortuna Del Norte, the noise of the outer world melts away into your very own serene hillside, yet its very Western location lends itself to all the conveniences of modern life being only five minutes away from the vibrant shops, dining and groceries in the San Elijo Village and a relaxing drive through the hills to some of the best beaches in Southern California right here in North County San Diego. This combined 5-acre estate enjoys broad views overlooking miles of protected coastal chaparral and the trail system of Sage Hill Nature Reserve, spanning a wide swath of San Diego as far as the La Jolla skyline. Such a setting provides the ultimate feeling of privacy and serenity with the additional benefit of limited neighboring development from the adjacent reserve. Live almost entirely off the grid with a well tapped into a natural aquifer providing an abundance of natural clean water for the property–regardless of drought status–and enough land to opt out of the main power grid by installing solar farms to power the estate independently. Fortuna Del Norte also includes two detached casitas: one complete with Jack-and-Jill style bedrooms close to the main residence for the ultimate guest experience and another out of view of the main residence as a completely self-sufficient one-bedroom-style home situated perfectly for rental income or multigenerational living. The combined two-parcel estates are equipped for full equestrian use, a luxurious heated swimming pool on each property–one of which paired with an integrated waterfall jacuzzi, a lighted tennis court with a panoramic view, a wide variety of mature citrus and fruit trees, and lush landscaping throughout the grounds. Each property is also located within the attendance area of the R. Roger Rowe K-8 public school district of Rancho Santa Fe with designated access to a private gated back road leading directly to Rancho Santa Fe. Fortuna Del Norte presents a rare opportunity for the ultimate gated estate offering privacy, acreage, panoramic views and resort-style living in one of North County's most majestic and sought after hillside communities of the Enchanted Elfin Forest.

Address 20784 Fortuna Del Norte

Elfin Forest, CA 92029
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $7,790,000
On Market Date $8,100,000 @ 2026-05-21
Listed / On-Market Entered 2026-05-21T01:11:26Z
Original Entry 2026-05-20T22:14:24Z
Rooms
Primary Bedroom, Recreation, Primary Bathroom, Den, Bonus Room, Foyer, Primary Suite, Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Loft, Two Primaries, Office, Walk-In Pantry, Living Room, Workshop, Family Room, Great Room, Entry, Converted Bedroom, Retreat, Jack & Jill, Walk-In Closet
Square Footage 11272 sf
Bedrooms 16
Full Bathrooms 12
Location
Directions GPS will offer several routes from the Coast or from Inland EXCEPT through Olivenhain. From Rancho Santa Fe/Olivenhain: Rancho Santa Fe Rd to Lone Jack Rd, RIGHT on Fortuna Ranch Road, LEFT on Rancho Summit Rd then IMMEDIATE RIGHT on Canyon De Oro, LEFT on Seaquest Trail which turns into Fortuna Del Sur, then cross Elfin Forest Road to Fortuna Del Sur. Property is at the end of the Cul De Sac.
Market Area 92029 - Escondido
Neighborhood Elfin Forest
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Horse Trails, Rural, Biking, Hiking, Mountainous, BLM/National Forest, Preserve/Public Land
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 6790600800
Zoning R1
Geographic Areas

Community College District: Mira Costa CC

High School: Canyon Crest Academy

High School: La Costa Canyon

High School: San Dieguito Academy

Middle School: Rancho Santa Fe MS

School District: Rancho Santa Fe SD

Zip Code: 92029

Highway Locator

West of I-15

East of I-5

North of I-8

North of SR-52

North of SR-56

South of SR-78

Ocean Distance 7.1 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 217,800 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool In Ground, Waterfall, Fenced, Heated with Propane, Private
Exclusive Yard 0
Parking
Total Spaces: 27
Garage Spaces: 3
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 24.00
View Ocean, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, Hills, Canyon, Panoramic
Features
Year Built 1999
Laundry Location Individual Room,Washer Included,Dryer Included
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating
Sewer/Septic Conventional Septic
Fireplaces Raised Hearth,Kitchen,Wood Burning,Primary Bedroom,Primary Retreat,Masonry,Decorative,Two Way,Living Room,Great Room,Outside,Family Room,See Through (1)
Additional Parcels Yes
Additional Parcels Description 20784 APN is 6790600800; 20780 APN is 6790600900
Appliances No
Assessments No
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage Yes
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Common Walls No Common Walls
Cooling Yes
Entry Location Front Door
Heating No
High School 2 LCCHS
High School District San Dieguito Union
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels Two
Living Area Source See Remarks
Living Area Units Square Feet
Lot Features Ranch, Cul-De-Sac, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped, Agricultural - Tree/Orchard, Garden, Horse Property, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Secluded, Yard
Lot Size Source Public Records
Lot Size Units Acres
Main Level Bathrooms 7
Main Level Bedrooms 12
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking No
Patio No
Pool Private Yes
Property Attached No
Sprinklers Yes
Tax Model
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR North San Diego County
MLS Number NDP2604894
Courtesy of Compass, Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Listing Agent Orva Harwood & Anthony Mendoza
orva@harwoodre.com