October 2, 2024

Best of Orange County 2024

Rancho Mission Viejo Voted #1 New Home Community in Orange County Four Years in a Row from 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024.
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October 2, 2024

Best of Orange County 2024

Rancho Mission Viejo Voted #1 New Home Community in Orange County Four Years in a Row from 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024.
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Rancho Mission Viejo Recognizes 10-Year Anniversary

It’s been 10 years since residents and families first began moving into the village of Sendero, the initial community built in the 23,000 acres that comprises Rancho Mission Viejo.

April 19, 2016

Neighborhood Spotlight: Cirrus by Meritage Homes

For a beautiful blend of sophisticated style and rustic allure, check out the Cirrus neighborhood. Offered in a variety of fresh and contemporary architectural styles, these homes complement the land’s natural color palette and relaxed outdoor vibe.
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April 13, 2016

Esencia Farm Featured in USA Today’s Green Living Magazine

There’s nothing like plucking a fresh tomato from the vine and popping it into your mouth. The sweet and earthy taste is delicious, but when you have the additional satisfaction of growing it, well—that’s a deeply nourishing experience you can’t buy from a store. It’s a time-honored way of life for some, and a fun hobby for others. With the growing popularity of farm-to-table culinary experiences…
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March 15, 2016

Gavilán™ Neighborhood Spotlight: Alondra

The joy of relaxed living. The well-dressed architectural detailing. The freedom to enjoy activities, just a short walk away. This is Alondra by Shea Homes, a collection of 2-3 bedroom, 2.5-3 bath homes in Gavilan™, our 55+ neighborhood. Three single-family detached home plans offer a spacious Great Room flowing into the kitchen and dining area, 2-car garage, and outdoor living space—along with…
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February 19, 2016

200 Homes Sold at Esencia in Just Four Months

Home sales soar at inter-generational “agrihood” on California’s largest new community.
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February 10, 2016

Aria by TRI Pointe Homes: Where Rustic Ranch Living Meets Contemporary Beauty

Modern living among the rolling hillsides of a historic ranch—that’s what the thoughtfully designed homes at Aria offer. With its intimate living space and proximity to major amenities, Aria is a good choice for an active, low-maintenance lifestyle.
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February 4, 2016

Aurora by William Lyon Homes: Americana Meets Modern Living

Aurora presents new 2-3 bedroom townhomes in an elevated location surrounded by Esencia’s backcountry and coastal views. Five modern, roomy designs offer comfortable interiors and a host of beautiful amenities.
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December 11, 2015

Farm-to-Community

Agriculture is an integral part of Rancho Mission Viejo’s long and rich history. Today, Rancho Mission Viejo is a historic cattle ranch with grazing cattle and bountiful produce harvests. So it was only fitting to continue this time-honored tradition at Esencia and Sendero by integrating community farms within each village. The concept of incorporating communal farming into urban life is…
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November 20, 2015

The Orange County Register Visits Our ‘Agrihood’

If you are a reader of the Orange County Register, you might have seen an article about our residents farming on The Ranch. Take a look at this beautiful Rancho Mission Viejo family above who had an opportunity to show the OC Register what they love about having a community farm right outside their front door. At Rancho Mission Viejo, agriculture has always been a part of our land’s history, and…
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November 4, 2015

Esencia Style

Esencia design character springs from two sources – its elevated, hillside setting, refreshed by nearby coastal breezes; and its agrarian history which today consists of acres of lemon and avocado orchards, along with our own community farm. Together, they both suggest a light, airy farmhouse-inspired approach to both architecture and décor, interpreted for Southern California and adapted for…
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November 4, 2015

Heirloom Neighborhood Grand Opening: November 14th

The Grand Opening of Heirloom is just around the corner, and this calls for a celebration. You’re invited to join us and enjoy herbed heirloom popcorn, live music, farm-fresh catered cuisine and Esencia tote bags. We will also be handing out Canyon Coffee certificates, so you won’t want to miss this exciting event. The neighborhood of Heirloom offers homes that embody California’s rich tradition…
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November 4, 2015

Amenity Spotlight: Canyon Coffee

Canyon Coffee at The Canyon House brings the community of Esencia together over cups of piping-hot Peet’s Coffee and other refreshments. Stop by and catch up with neighbors, read the morning paper, or grab your to-go coffee. There are places to sit outside and enjoy fresh air with your coffee, or stay inside and enjoy the sights and sounds of a bustling neighborhood coffee shop. Come on in—we’d…
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October 28, 2015

Esencia Hosts First Harvest Fest

Fall is about bringing the community together to share in the traditions that make this season special. That’s why we invited you – our extended family – to join us last weekend for our first Harvest Fest at Esencia. On Saturday, friends and family settled into Esencia Farmand The Canyon House for an afternoon of food, music, and fall festivities. Here’s how the day unfolded.
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30225 Ranch Canyon,
Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694

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28436 Airoso Street,
Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694
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FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT:
Mary Kontra
(949) 768-1882
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The Discovery House at Ranch Camp
30225 Ranch Canyon,
Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694

Rancho MMC and RanchLife Offices
28436 Airoso Street,
Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694
(949) 625-6500- Main Office
(800) 428-5588 - After Hours
ask@rmvranchlife.com