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Perched high above Lake Cuyamaca 🌄, Wild Moon Ranch is a serene mountaintop retreat with panoramic mountain views 🌲, a cedar hot tub ✨, a private pickleball court 🏓, and a curated game room 🎯 for effortless entertainment. Savor golden sunsets on our mountain top deck 🌅, stargaze beneath velvet skies ✨, and explore nearby hiking trails, tranquil fishing spots 🎣, and historic Julian 🏡
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Tranquil Mountain Escape Near Historic Julian
Wild Moon Ranch sits atop a quiet, private ridgeline in the Cuyamaca Mountains, just minutes from the lakeshore at Lake Cuyamaca and about 15 minutes from the charming gold rush town of Julian. The area is known for its sweeping mountain vistas, wildlife sightings, and clear starry skies — it feels worlds away from the city, yet is still just over an hour from San Diego.
Here you’ll enjoy:
🏞 Nature at your doorstep — hiking trails, fishing, kayaking, and birdwatching nearby
🍎 Charming Julian — historic Main Street with antique shops, cideries, breweries, and the famous Julian apple pies
🌌 Peaceful, uncrowded surroundings — no traffic, no crowds, just mountain air and stunning views
❄️ Four distinct seasons — wildflowers in spring, sunny summer days, golden autumn leaves, and occasional winter snow
It’s the perfect blend of secluded mountain serenity and small-town charm, ideal for unwinding, exploring, and making memories.
Private home on 2 acre lot in gated mountain neighborhood.
🛏 Layout & Sleeping Arrangements
1 King Bed
1 Queen Bed
1 Full Bed
1 Twin Bed
1 Queen sofa pull out bed
2-Story Home — Designed for Comfort & Connection
Upper Level
➡️ Open-concept living room with soaring wood-beam ceilings and floor-to-ceiling view windows
➡️ Fully equipped chef’s kitchen with large island and modern appliances
➡️ Full bathroom with bathtub + shower
➡️ Bedroom with king bed
➡️ Incredible views from the deck with BBQ for lounging, dining, and sunset watching
Lower Level
➡️ Bedroom with queen bed
➡️ Bedroom with full bed + twin bed
➡️ Full bathroom with shower/tub
➡️ Game room with shuffleboard, air hockey, ping pong, Smart TV, and a popcorn machine stocked with 12 organic seasoning flavors
✨ Outdoor Amenities
Private, Panoramic, and Made for Play
Private pickleball court with beautiful mountain top views
Cedar hot tub with sweeping mountain views
Swing overlooking the peaks — your perfect photo moment
Multiple seating areas to soak in the views, day or night
⚡ Comfort & Convenience
Central heat & air conditioning + wood-burning fireplace
High-speed Starlink WiFi & 2 Smart TVs
Washer & dryer
Parking for 5+ cars
Private gated road in the neighborhood for total peace and privacy
👶 Baby & Toddler Friendly
Traveling with little ones is easy at Wild Moon Ranch. We provide a pack ’n play, high chair, and baby dinnerware for your convenience, plus plenty of open outdoor space to roam safely 🌿. The peaceful mountain setting is quiet for nap times 😴, and the cozy living spaces make family time feel effortless.
🐶 Pet-Friendly Stays
Bring your furry family members along — Wild Moon Ranch welcomes well-behaved pets! With plenty of outdoor space to roam 🌲, cozy spots to nap by the fire 🔥, and endless trails nearby for walkies 🐾, it’s the perfect mountain escape for both you and your pets. We provide pet bowls, beds and blankets and to make your stay easy and stress-free. The 2 acre property is not gated, so please be responsible with your pups and be careful of wildlife like rattlesnakes.
Pet Policy: Up to 2 dogs allowed 🐕 | $150 pet fee per stay | Must be house-trained and supervised.
💛 Why You ’ll Love Wild Moon Ranch
Breathtaking Vistas: Views over the lake, golden sunsets over the peaks, and the glow of San Diego on the clearest nights
Entertainment Everywhere: Pickleball, hot tub, game room, and plenty of spaces to gather
Nature Immersion: Deer at sunrise, endless stars at night, and miles of nearby hiking trails
All-Season Escape: Crisp summer nights, golden autumn days, snowy winters, and wildflower springs
Guests have to arrive in a vehicle - no public transportation available in the area. 4WD is not required, during the winter months the road does get plowed, but the road is steep and windy. If there is snow 4WD will be the safest.
