Sugarloaf Cafe - A Historic Destination Opportunity
Restaurant, Market, Residences, Event Space, Land, Camping
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Escape to Sugarloaf Ranch — a one-of-a-kind rustic mountain retreat tucked into the Santa Rosa Mountains, just 20 minutes up Highway 74 from Palm Desert and within easy reach of the Coachella Valley, Idyllwild, and Anza. Steeped in history, the property is anchored by the beloved Sugarloaf Cafe, a charming landmark dating back to the 1930s. Beyond the Café, the ranch unfolds into a versatile and expansive property featuring two single-family homes, cozy camping sites, and additional land ripe for future development.
Designed to host memorable gatherings, the ranch features a fully equipped commercial-grade kitchen, two stylish serving bars, and flexible indoor-outdoor seating for up to 200 guests — complete with a dedicated performance stage and oversized fire pit. From intimate weddings and corporate retreats to milestone celebrations, Sugarloaf Ranch offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern amenities, all beneath stunning mountain sunsets and some of the most spectacular night skies in Southern California.
What makes this property truly exceptional is its virtually non-existent commercial zoning — an extraordinarily rare designation in the area — paired with estate residential zoning carrying a 20,000 SF lot minimum. Together, these zoning provisions create an unparalleled opportunity for the discerning buyer or investor seeking something truly unique in the Southern California mountains.
Investment highlights
- A historic Highway 74 destination
- Short drive from the Coachella Valley, Idyllwild, & Anza
- Reimagine to its former glory the ±3,200 SF restaurant/market, with a fully equipped kitchen ,and a ±1,500 SF patio with a stage
- ±5,784 total Improvements - ±3,200 SF restaurant/market - ±1,800 SF main residence - ±784 SF second residence
- 17.43 total acres of well maintained mountain setting
- Rare commercial and residential zoning
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