Real Housewives of Orange County Filmed in the Mediterranean Climate of Santa Margarita, California

Mr. Juan Foster bought the land called today Rancho Santa Margarita, in 1846 and named it "La Victoria". Today, the population reaches almost 50,000 persons. The major employer is Cox Communications, (a cable and broadcasting company).

With the heavily treed O'Neill Regional Park, the Oak Groves of Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park, the Starr Ranch Sanctuary and the Tijeras Creek Golf Park, Rancho Santa Margarita is a dream site. This wealthy community was the site for the series "The Real Housewives of Orange County" from 2006 to 2009. The protagonists enjoyed many if not all the attractions of this locality. From Horse rides to 18-hole golf and boating in the ocean.

Hotels like the Hyatt, Holiday Inn and the Crown Plaza have resorts that include equestrian amenities, surfing and luxurious spas.

The city is an example of good management. There are no signs of graffiti, bottles or other trash on the roads, and the parks, such as the Dog and Skate Park, located at Antonio Parkway are an example to other communities. The Bell Tower Regional Community Center offers a multitude of events for the young and the elderly. The wonderful views of the mountains face the 5,000 square feet room offered for celebrations and special occasions.

The Starr Ranch Sanctuary, a 4,000 acre park offering sanctuary for many species and for that reason is not open for drop-ins. A group of Biologists is in charge of guided tours. The Whitting Ranch Wilderness Park is another example of habitat for many species with 1,800 acres of heavily wooded areas and 100 feet cliffs. A word of precaution about mountain lions in this facility: a couple of incidents involving people attacked by mountain lions have been of concern for night or early day visits.

The Oldest properties in Rancho Santa Margarita are no more than 28 years old. The Santa Ana Mountains are the perfect landscape to frame the valleys, cliffs, hills and mesas in this city. A very Mediterranean look and feeling combined with luxurious amenities makes Rancho Santa Margarita Homes for Sale a hidden jewelled paradise.

One of the lowest crime cities in the United States with an exemplary School Curriculum (most of the Saddleback Valley and Capistrano Valley Districts), parks, equestrian facilities, water-sports, and views to kill. In synthesis, this is a one of a kind community in looking forward to all who want to visit or stay, for a week or a lifetime.

Padi dive instructors, artificial lakes, sport fishing, the impressive views of Point Loma Peninsula and much more are a complement to a life style for those who live or vacation in Rancho Santa Margarita.

The average low temperatures for January are 47.2 F, and for July 82.3 F. The Pacific Ocean sets the romantic scenes and many marriages are celebrated at the beach.

A fascinating experience waiting to be revealed to those who decide to make a home in Rancho Santa Margarita, either with a condominium or a single residence, this affluent community is real.

Real Housewives of Orange County Filmed in the Mediterranean Climate of Santa Margarita, California

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