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Rancho Santa Fe is proud of its rich historical heritage. A testament to good planning, design, and respect for history and the environment, Rancho Santa Fe is one of the most sought-after places to live in Southern California.
Originally an Indian rancheria, the land was granted to Juan Maria Osuna, the alcalde of San Diego, in approximately 1840.
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In 1906, a subsidiary of the Santa Fe Railroad purchased the land for its eucalyptus forests, in order to manufacture railroad ties.
Architect Lillian Rice began the design and planning of the community in 1922 her work laid the foundation for the preservation and enhancement of the ranch‰s beauty.
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RECREATION & CUTURAL ARTS
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Residents of Rancho Santa Fe enjoy convenient access to a myriad of recreational experiences:
The community supports several nonprofit charitable and educational organizations which supplement the quality of life for local residents and provide an active social life for their participants.
Outdoor recreational facilities include botanical gardens and several topnotch golf, polo, horseback riding, boating, and tennis clubs.
Cultural arts events include live theater, opera, ballet, musical groups, and art exhibitions, to name a few.
Family entertainment opportunities are endless, including museums, Sea World, the recently-constructed Legoland, the San Diego Zoo, professional sporting events, and so on.
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Del Mar Race Track
San Diego Chargers
San Diego Padres
San Diego State University Aztecs
San Diego Zoo & Wild Animal Park
Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Firehouse Museum
San Diego Aerospace Museum
San Diego Maritime Museum
Timken Museum Of Art
William Heath Davis House Museum
Cabrillo National Monument
Mountain Bike Trails In San Diego
San Diego Opera
Poway Center For the Performing Arts
Reuben H. Fleet Space Theater and Science Center
San Diego Concerts and Events
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WHERE TO STAY
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No visit to Rancho Santa Fe is complete without a visit to The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe (phone 800-THE-INN1 or 800-843-4661). This historic complex designed in 1922, quickly grew from a twelve-room guest house for Rancho Santa Fe officials to a luxury resort catering to Hollywood movie stars such as Errol Flyn,
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Bette Davis, and Jimmy Stewart. Listed in "Distinguished Hotels of America" and "Country Inns of America," the Inn features the finest in hospitality.
There are numerous other hotels and inns in the area. The sales staff of The Bridges will be happy to make recommendations.
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SCHOOLS
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When it comes to education, your children deserve the best. The Bridges is part of the acclaimed Rancho Santa Fe School District for both elementary and intermediate education (phone 856-756-1141). The San Diegito High School District services grades 9-12 (phone 760-753-6491).
Private education opportunities are also located within the vicinity. Community Colleges include Mira Costa College and the San Elijo Campus. Local universities are University of
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California San Diego, University of San Diego, San Diego State University, and California State University at San Marcos.
These handy links give you all the information about schools in San Diego County and the surrounding communities...
Private Schools
Fairbanks Country Day
La Jolla Country Day School
Santa Fe Christian School
Public Schools
Rancho Santa Fe School
Torrey Pines High School
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SHOPPING & DINING
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Visitors to Rancho Santa Fe will find a nice selection of fine shops and restaurants in the heart of Rancho Santa Fe... within walking distance from The Inn.
Restaurants range from the English country charm of the popular Thyme Cafe and Bakery to the award-winning
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Mille Fleurs restaurant.
Boutiques featuring the finest in merchandise such as designer women's and children's wear, elegant estate and fine jewelry, and exquisite European antiques. There are also shops catering to golf and polo enthusiasts
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