One of the larger neighborhoods, Harrison Park, borders the Cleveland National Forest and Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Mountain Lion sightings are not uncommon. The 2007 Cedar Fire burned all but three of the homes in this area. As a result the homes are built after 2003 and most have built-in fire prevention measures.
Deborah Kerch
CA DRE #01441209
Jeffrey Robert Straus
CA DRE #02029788
Lisa Alvarado
CA DRE #02225931
Karen Kincaid
A Variety of Back Country Properties and Experiences Can be Yours
The San Diego East County mountain and desert backcountry offers wonderful opportunities to live and enjoy the country life. Whether you are in the market for a small cottage, a cozy rustic cabin, a small ranch, a spacious horse property, secluded romantic getaways in Borrego, or an apple orchard, we know the backcountry and will assist you with all your needs. Orchard Realty is proud to showcase mountain and forest properties in Julian and Alpine, lakeside properties in Cuyamaca, rolling hillside properties in Warner Springs and Ranchita, and desert properties in Shelter Valley and Borrego Springs. Whatever it is, we look forward to helping you find your dream spot in the charming town of Julian and surrounding communities.
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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Mira Last2025-01-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. “We met Deborah more than 20 years ago when we decided to build our second home in Julian. Deborah’s friendly manners and smile stayed with us all these years until we decided to sell the Julian house, and we asked her to be our agent. This is when we had a pleasure of also knowing Deborah’s professional side: great knowledge of Julian housing market, adaptability to market changes, a genuine commitment to our needs, problem solving, attention to detail, high ethical standards, and excellent communication skills. Through the whole process, from the moment Deborah came to see the house, preparation for showing it, getting offers, all the way to closing the escrow, we felt well taken care of, and protected. We feel extremely lucky to have had Deborah lead us through this whole process. There is no greater praise to be given to a realtor! Thank you Deborah! “ Dianna Hess2024-12-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Orchard Realty really came through for me! Lisa and Deborah kept me updated and informed throughout the selling process. Lisa was available to hold my hand through the emotional parts and put on a great open house! I appreciate working with such a talented, professional, personal, and dedicated team. It was great selling with you both. I am so pleased with our home sale - would definitely recommend. Bob Mead2024-12-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently worked with Lisa and Deborah on the purchase of a great parcel near Julian, and I must say we are very impressed with Orchard Realty and these two ladies. Even through the many issues that arose during the negotiating and escrow processes, Lisa and Deborah proved to be extremely competent and professional and were able to make this purchase go very smoothly for us. We couldn't be happier with our purchase and with Lisa Alvarado and Deborah Kerch for their attention to detail. Thank you so much! Richard Russell2024-10-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We worked with Deborah on the purchase of a house in Julian, and it worked out so well that when we decided to sell that house 17 years later we went back to her again. She did an expert at job at pricing the house, and doing all the negotiations. We had moved out of state and she handled everything with zero drama. She did a great job at marketing the house, with excellent photos and promotion, and we closed escrow within 4 weeks of listing, in a fairly slow market. We could not have been more impressed. Highly recommend. Ken Pischel2024-04-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Outstanding! Deborah Kerch and Lisa Alvarado provided us with excellent advise and support during each step of our property purchase. Their expertise and attention to detail were intrinsic to the successful transaction. They are most highly recommended. Terri Wooldridge2024-01-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend Erika Wright as a Realtor who knows her job and does it exceedingly well. Erika did a fantastic job representing me while selling my home. I was stressed but she made me feel secure and confident that we would get the job done. She listened and prioritized my goals and explained the process & strategies that would best accomplish them. We worked together as partners, she saved my sanity, negotiated a short escrow, got the price I wanted and made sure that I was that I was protected. Her advice was invaluable and her knowledge of real estate contracts, deadlines, and signals in negotiation were instrumental. Working with Erika was a joy and I will do it again someday. rebekah hasti2023-10-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Deborah & Lisa was the best experience….& THE only aspect of our long distance move that went smoothly. In large part, that is because of Deborah’s complete honesty & transparency as well as her thoroughness & communication! The only thing that she could have done to make it any better would have been to actually pack up & move our stuff 🤣 Both Deborah & Lisa were extremely personable, friendly, thoughtful & provided a level of service that you do NOT see in this day & age ! ~ We could not recommend them more Alexis Gard2023-09-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I worked with Allison at Orchard Reality on our recent land purchase. It was our first home buying experience, and she made it as seamless as possible! Her wealth of knowledge made us confident that we got what we wanted throughout the process. We would highly recommend working with her! Mary Struthers2023-09-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am very happy to review Orchard Realty! Deborah sold our beautiful cabin in Julian for us. Deborah was professional, timely, organized, and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Orchard Realty!!