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San Diego Townships
Fallbrook - Pala Mesa - Bonsall
Communities are located 54 miles northeast of downtown San Diego
Situated in the rolling hills 20 miles east of the Pacific Ocean
Locally referred to as the "Avocado Capital of the World"
These towns are recognized for their antique shops and old-fashioned village atmosphere
Rural and carefree lifestyle
Horse breeders and trainers are attracted to the Bonsall area
Bonsall has million-dollar estates and horse farms with large acreage
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Vista
Located 7 miles inland from ocean
Vista consists of 18 square miles
Quiet tree lined residential areas
Agriculturally produces flowers, avocados, and nuts
24 golf courses within a 30-minute drive
Residential neighborhoods include custom-designed Mediterranean, Victorian, New England, Tudor-style, and rambling California ranch-styles
Curving driveways are lined with oleander, palm, and pines
Remnants of old orchards abound
Numerous educational opportunities on the college level and with private schools
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San Marcos
Located in the center of San Diego's North County
10 miles east of the ocean
30 miles northeast of downtown San Diego
City incorporated in 1963 and has seen a tremendous growth since
Wide variety of agriculture including flowers, avocados, dairy, cattle and poultry farms, egg ranches, and citrus and nut groves
Residential neighborhoos are abundant
Architecutral and prices vary along with amenities
Lake San Marcos features country club living including golf, tennis and recreational activities
Palomar Community College and San Diego State University,San Marcos is located in San Marcos
North County Transit and Greyhound/Trailways provides bus service
Recreation activities sponsored by the city of San Marcos are for toddlers to seniors
Six parks within San Marcos include Walnut Grove Equestrian Park, "The Barn" and the Woodland Park Aquatic Complex
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Escondido
Located 31.5 miles northeast of downtown San Diego and 18 miles east of the Pacific Ocean
Escondido lies in a basin surrounded by mountains
Residents enjoy mild weather due to the buffer created by the mountains surrounding it
One of the nation's fastest growing cities
Many new housing developments offer large single-story ranch homes on big lots
Hiking and fresh-water fishing at Dixon Reservoir, Lake Hidges and Whol-ford
California Center for the Arts located in the center of city
Kit Carson Park, Washington Park, and Ampitheater feature tennis courts, picnic area and playing fields
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Ramona
45 minute commute to downtown San Diego
Locally know as the Valley of the Sun
Small-town, rural atmosphere
Situated amongst the rolling hills
Warm and dry climate
Residential neighborhoods offer homes on large lots and include animal privileges
San Diego County Estates is a planned-community including apartments, condos, and single-family homes with golf course and mountain views
San Diego Estates offers and outdoor community center and plenty of parks
Retail shops along the main street
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Rancho Bernardo
Residential community within the San Diego city limits
Located 23.5 miles north of downtown San Diego
Includes many neighborhoods with unique personalities
One of San Diego' first master-planned communities
Single-family homes have breath-taking views
Golf course lots
Homesites available overlooking Lake Hodges
Homes set amongst walking, jogging or equestrian trails
Recreation and activities include a riding club and Tennis Club & College
6 golf courses
Youth and recreation centers
16 miles of trails to enjoy
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Poway
Incorporated in 1980
Located 23 miles northeast of downtown San Diego
Situated 10 miles from the Pacific Ocean
Surrounded by rolling hills, open space, and tall trees
Lake Poway is stocked with trout, catfish and bass
Rural character includes special zoning for properties to allow horses
Planned communities are located north of central Poway
Many housing options available in planned communities
Poway Unified School District is ranked among the top 10 in all of California
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Rancho Peñasquitos
Located 26 minutes northeast of downtown San Diego
Unincorporated community within the San Diego city limits
Secluded hills and canyons provide privacy
Large residential home lots
Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve hosts 2,400 acres of hiking, horseback riding and picknicking opportunities
Carmel Highlands Golf Club features country club and golf course open to public
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