Olivenhain is a rural community that borders of Rancho Santa Fe. It is one of the 5 communities that make up the City of Encinitas. Thanks to the community’s low-density zoning, there are only approximately 1,500 homes within the Community of Olivenhain today.
Olivenhain showcases upscale single family custom homes on large lots in an enchanting horse country setting. Many of the homes have horse facilities, tennis courts, and swimming pools. The name Olivenhain comes from the German word “Olive Groves”. It is apparent why as you go thru this beautiful Southern California town.
This charming community is characterized by winding roads, pastures, flower farms, lush landscaping, and sweeping rolling hills. Perfect for horse lovers, this town has a vast network of recreational trails for equestrians , pedestrians, and cyclist.
Wiro Park, Little Oaks Park, and Sun Vista Park are the only developed parks within Olivenhain, in which Little Oaks Park has a horse park complete with picnic tables, parking for horse trailers, and a riding ring.




