What makes San Diego a great place to live?

It’s not called “America’s Finest City” for nothing! The weather is AMAZING!!!!! Yes. But, that’s just the start. One of the benefits of living in Ocean HIlls Country Club is easy access to all that San Diego has to offer. So much to explore and enjoy! With over 70 miles of pristine beaches, including iconic …

Am I too young to live in a 55+ community?

This is one of the first questions we hear not only from those in their 50s, but also their 60s, 70s and beyond. It was a question we asked ourselves before deciding to make our move at ages 56 and 55. I remember when my mom first moved into Ocean Hills Country Club. At the …

What is it like to live inside Ocean Hills Country Club?

When you drive into the gates at Ocean Hills Country Club, one of the first things you notice is just how clean and bright it is. The white stucco Mediterranean homes, the pristine landscaping, the openness…it feels very welcoming. The next thing you notice is how most people will wave and smile at you – …

FlingGolf in Ocean Hills Country Club

The HOA recently approved a trial period allowing FlingGolf to be played alongside traditional golf here in Ocean Hills Country Club. We haven’t had a chance to try it yet, but we have been watching people play out on the course and it looks like they are having a great time! What is FlingGolf? If …

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 …