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Rancho Santa Fe The Farms Houses For Sale
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Rancho Santa Fe · Guard-Gated Golf
The Farms Homes for Sale
An intimate 24-hour guard-gated golf community — also known as Rancho Santa Fe Farms — of custom estates set on large lots around a private championship course, south of Fairbanks Ranch.
Living in The Farms
Known locally as The Farms — and formally as Rancho Santa Fe Farms — this is one of Rancho Santa Fe's most exclusive guard-gated golf communities. Set on gently rolling terrain south of Fairbanks Ranch and near Del Mar Country Club, it is built entirely around the private Farms Golf Club, giving the community a singular, golf-centered identity.
This is an intimate enclave: fewer than 100 homes in total (roughly 90 to 112 depending on how the various sub-enclaves are counted), which lends The Farms a quiet, discreet character. Most estates border the golf course or enjoy fairway and rolling-hill views, and many original 1980s and 1990s homes have since been extensively remodeled or rebuilt. Buyers exploring The Farms homes for sale are drawn to that blend of privacy, space, and a world-class golf lifestyle behind 24-hour guarded gates.
The result is a serene, leafy community that appeals to serious golfers and discerning families alike — private and unhurried, yet minutes from the shops and dining of Rancho Santa Fe Village and Del Mar.


The Farms at a Glance
- LocationRancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
- Also Known AsRancho Santa Fe Farms
- Access24-hour guard-gated
- HomesFewer than 100 (~90–112 by enclave)
- Home SizesApprox. 4,000–9,000 sq ft
- Typical LotHalf-acre to 2+ acres
- Built1980s–1990s, many since rebuilt
- ArchitectureMediterranean, California Mission / Contemporary
- CenterpiecePrivate Farms Golf Club (championship course)
- HOAVaries — see disclosure packet
The Homes
Estates at The Farms generally range from about 4,000 to 9,000 square feet on lots spanning a half-acre to more than two acres — most bordering the golf course. Architecture runs primarily to Mediterranean and California Mission styles, though the community's ongoing wave of remodels and rebuilds has introduced a growing number of contemporary estates.
Because many homes back directly onto the fairways, golf-course frontage is a defining feature of the market here, with the most desirable estates commanding a premium for their views and position.
The Farms Golf Club
The heart of the community is The Farms Golf Club, a private championship course widely regarded as one of the most exclusive in Southern California. The par-72 layout winds through rolling terrain, and the clubhouse anchors the community's social life with fine and casual dining, a bar and lounge, and event spaces overlooking the course.
Important for buyers: The Farms Golf Club is a private, member-owned equity club, and membership is by invitation only. Club membership is separate from home ownership — buying a home in The Farms does not automatically confer membership. If golf access is part of your goal, confirm current membership availability and terms directly with the club.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Unlike some larger Rancho Santa Fe communities, The Farms is deliberately golf-focused — its amenities center on the club rather than on community tennis courts or shared pools.
- Championship GolfA private, member-owned championship course at the center of community life.
- Clubhouse Dining & EventsFine and casual dining, a bar and lounge, and event spaces, plus a social calendar of dinners, tastings, and tournaments.
- 24-Hour Guarded SecurityStaffed guard-gated entry provides privacy and peace of mind throughout the community.
- Private Estate GroundsLarge lots and golf-course frontage; many individual homes feature their own pools and resort-style outdoor living.
Good to know
The Farms does not have community tennis courts or shared community pools — the lifestyle here is centered on the private golf club and expansive private estates. Some homes have their own pools.
Spyglass — A Private Enclave Within The Farms
Within The Farms sits Spyglass, a smaller, more private sub-enclave known for especially large custom homesites — some exceeding two acres — with additional private gating beyond the community's main guarded entry. Spyglass appeals to buyers seeking the ultimate in seclusion and the opportunity to build or own a grand custom estate inside an already exclusive community.
Interested specifically in this enclave? Explore Spyglass homes for sale.
How The Farms Compares
| Community | Access | Signature Feature |
|---|---|---|
| The Farms | 24-hr guard-gated | Private championship golf |
| The Bridges | 24-hr guard-gated | Championship golf, Tuscan style |
| Fairbanks Ranch | 24-hr guard-gated | Lakes, equestrian, tennis |
| Del Mar Country Club | 24-hr guard-gated | Golf, coastal-close |
| Cielo | 24-hr guard-gated | Panoramic views, Club Cielo |
Schools
The Farms is served by highly regarded North County schools. Attendance boundaries can vary by parcel, so confirm assignments for any specific address.
Elementary
Highly rated Rancho Santa Fe–area elementary schools
Middle & High
San Dieguito Union High School District — among the top-ranked in San Diego County
Notable Campuses
Torrey Pines High School, Canyon Crest Academy
The Farms Homes for Sale
Browse current The Farms homes for sale below. With fewer than 100 estates in the entire community, inventory is limited — and golf-course-frontage homes in particular tend to attract strong interest quickly.
The Farms FAQ
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Is The Farms the same as Rancho Santa Fe Farms?
Does buying a home include Farms Golf Club membership?
Does The Farms have tennis courts or community pools?
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