ROLLING HILLS ESTATES

 

 

 

Rolling Hills Estates, California, is a small city located on the northern side of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Nestled close to Torrance, Rolling Hills Estates is mostly residential, with just under 700 homes covering an area of three square miles. The city was incorporated in 1957 and is known for its suburban serenity and vibrant equestrian scene. Lots in Rolling Hills Estates are zoned for keeping horses, and the city is home to several large parks and trails where residents can enjoy the outdoors, whether on foot or horseback. The architecture in Rolling Hills Estates is predominately ranch-style, reflecting the city's history as part of Rancho San Pedro.

 

 

Rolling Hills Estates is a beautiful hilltop town that offers residents a mix of sought-after suburban amenities and rural charm. The primarily residential town has a laid-back atmosphere, making it the perfect place for young families and empty nesters. Various shops, restaurants, and a highly-trafficked farmer's market reside inside the community and are easily accessible from most homes. The town’s proximity to Los Angeles means residents can enjoy all the benefits of city life while maintaining the slow-paced, quiet lifestyle they love and appreciate.

 

If you want a family-owned restaurant serving American comfort food, Kelly's Korner is the place to be. They have been in business for over 35 years and specialize in breakfast classics. For an elegant Italian dining experience, visit Giorgio's. On a spacious patio, they offer classic Italian dishes such as chicken marsala and shrimp scampi.

 

After breakfast, spend the day at Ernie Howlett Park, a sprawling natural oasis with numerous hiking trails, picnic tables, and playgrounds perfect for families with young children. The park’s trails are canine-friendly.

 

Innovative crepe combinations and flavorsome French cuisine impress guests at Creme De La Crepe, an upscale French cafe located at the Promenade On The Peninsula. After dining there, spend time meandering through Promenade On The Penisula’s open-air retail plaza. This bustling center offers high-end dining and entertainment. Not far from the promenade is Peninsula Center, whose location boasts popular big-box stores and brands.

 

Looking for something to do in Rolling Hills Estates? Attend the A-rated Portuguese Bend National Horse Show for an exciting series of equestrian events. This long-awaited event is significant to real estate professional and active sponsor Dian McManus, who attends the show annually and invites her clients to sit with her.

 

Rolling Hills Estates offers numerous hiking trails and parks, including Ernie Howlett, which provides lovely trails for walking, running, or biking. You can also find plenty of golf courses in the area, such as Palos Verdes Golf Club and the Los Verdes Golf Course.

 

Rolling Hills Estate’s “The Lanes” neighborhood is the center for all things holiday. The area’s Halloween activities, including their community-wide trick-or-treating, are especially popular here, as children from all over Rolling Hills Estates come here to celebrate the holiday with fun costumes and candy.

 

Take a scenic stroll through South Coast Botanic Garden. Its lush and verdant grounds that once used to be a landfill are now home to dozens of diverse plant species and a bubbling koi pond.

 

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District serves the Rolling Hills Estates community.

 

• Rancho Vista Elementary School, Grades K-5
• Dapplegray Elementary School, Grades K-5
• Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, Grades 9-12
• Rolling Hills Montessori, Grades PK-2
• Lighthouse Academy, Grades K-12
• Fusion Academy Palos Verdes, Grades 6-12