Downsizing for a Better Life

For most people, moving to Ocean Hills Country Club requires downsizing. Ironically, for us, it required some upsizing. In 2019, we downsized from a 3BR/3BA tract home where we had raised our two daughters in a suburban master-planned community in San Marcos, California….to a 1BR/1BA high-rise apartment on the 15th floor in a more urban …

Living the Good Life with Your Pets at Ocean Hills Country Club

If you are a pet lover, you will be happy to know that Ocean Hills Country Club is as pet-friendly as it gets! Whether you have a playful pup or a laid-back lap dog, this community has plenty to offer for both you and your furry companion. Scenic Walking Trails for You and Your Pup …

Ocean Hills Country Club Magazine

How To Find Out What Is Happening at Ocean Hills Country Club?

Every other day (when we are not running the loop), we take a walk to the gym inside the clubhouse. As we pass the front desk and turn the corner, we walk through what I like to call “Information Alley.” That’s not its official name, but it sure feels like it! We love passing through …

Hiking Mount Calavera

Right outside the gates of Ocean Hills Country Club, you can cross the street for a hiking adventure in the Lake Calavera Preserve. In fact, you can make a trek through the well-maintained trails to visit one of only three volcanic plugs in Southern California! Cerro de la Calavera (also known as Mount Calavera) is an 513 ft …

Buona Forchetta in San Marcos

We have enjoyed frequenting the original Buona Forchetta in San Diego’s South Park neighborhood over the years. Their food is always fantastic and it’s such a great place to gather with friends. We have a group of friends that whenever we are all in town together…we make a point of dining there. So, we were …

Ocean Hills Country Club Library

The Library in Ocean Hills Country Club

When you step into the clubhouse, you see a room off to the left. It’s the Library in Ocean Hills Country Club and it has a gentle, but persistent gravitational pull to it. You’re just drawn in. It’s so inviting. The Library has been a central part of OHCC since its dedication in 1984. Not …

The Most Romantic Restaurants in San Diego

Looking for a romantic spot to celebrate that special someone in your life? You don’t have to look far. Every year, OpenTable pulls together a list of the top 100 Romantic Restaurants based on diner reviews and metrics. Three of the top 100 are right here in San Diego. Jeune et Jolie in Carlsbad Jeune et …

Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

If you’ve ever thought about participating in an endurance event – this is the one to try! We are so lucky to have this event right here in our backyard! The Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K typically takes place on the Sunday of the Martin Luther King holiday weekend. It has a reputation for …

You Don’t Have to Be Retired to Live in a 55+ Community

When most people think of 55+ communities, the word “retirement” often comes to mind. But here’s the truth: living in a 55+ community isn’t about being retired – it’s about enjoying a lifestyle that supports your stage of life. Whether you’re still working full-time, part-time, or running your own business, a 55+ community like Ocean …