Tenaja
A rural residential community on the Santa Rosa Plateau — expansive acreage properties, equestrian facilities, and genuine country living just minutes from suburban amenities.
Tenaja is one of the Santa Rosa Plateau's most distinctive communities. While neighboring La Cresta is known for its luxury estates and equestrian culture, Tenaja offers a more rural, low-key version of plateau living — expansive properties, minimal governance, and the kind of peace and quiet that comes from having acres of space between you and your nearest neighbor.
Governed by a Community Services District (CSD) rather than a traditional HOA, Tenaja provides essential services like road maintenance while giving property owners maximum flexibility in how they use and develop their land. It's a community that values independence, space, and a connection to the natural landscape.
Location
Santa Rosa Plateau
Home Style
Custom Ranch / Estate
Price Range
$660K – $2M+
Lot Size
5 – 20+ Acres
Typical Beds
3 – 5+
Governance
CSD (No HOA)
What Makes Tenaja Special
Expansive Acreage Properties
Tenaja is defined by its spacious parcels — minimum 5-acre lots with many properties spanning 10 to 20+ acres. The low density and generous spacing between homes create a sense of privacy and rural character that is increasingly rare in Southern California.
Equestrian-Friendly Community
Like its neighbors on the Santa Rosa Plateau, Tenaja is a haven for horse owners. Properties are well-suited for barns, riding arenas, and equestrian facilities, with trail access to the broader plateau riding network.
Community Services District (No HOA)
Tenaja is governed by a Community Services District (CSD) rather than a traditional HOA. This means minimal dues focused on essential services like road maintenance, with far more flexibility in how you use and develop your property.
Rural Plateau Setting
Perched on the Santa Rosa Plateau, Tenaja enjoys cooler temperatures, ocean breezes, and stunning natural surroundings — oak woodlands, native grasslands, and panoramic mountain views. It's country living just minutes from suburban amenities.
The Tenaja Lifestyle
Life in Tenaja is defined by space, quiet, and a connection to the land. It's the morning coffee on the patio with views stretching to the mountains. It's the sound of horses instead of traffic. It's knowing your nearest neighbor is measured in acres, not feet.
The community sits on the Santa Rosa Plateau, a biologically diverse landscape of coastal oak woodlands, native grasslands, and dramatic granite rock formations. The elevation — around 2,000 feet — brings noticeably cooler temperatures than the valley floor, along with ocean breezes that roll in from the nearby coast.
Despite its rural character, Tenaja is far from isolated. The Cleveland National Forest is at your doorstep for hiking and nature exploration, Temecula wine country is roughly 15 minutes north, and the 15 freeway is a short drive east.
Why Buyers Choose Tenaja
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