Nantucket-Inspired East End Estate
3860 Grand Avenue, Ojai CA $4,450,000
Click here to view walking tour videos of the main house, guest house and grounds.
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When you view the slideshows and videos of this estate for sale in Ojai, you might initially be convinced that you are looking at real estate on the East Coast, rather than in Ojai’s East End. With the understated sophistication of a Nantucket summer retreat and just a hint of Southern charm, this elegant estate home is an alluring departure from the architecture most often seen throughout Ojai Valley.
A private, gated entryway skillfully crafted of stone, leads you into this world of enchantment where rose gardens, old-growth oak trees, palm trees and citrus groves provide the backdrop for hidden meditation gardens, gazebos, a fenced swimming pool and hot tub area, and even a putting green.
Once inside the impeccably manicured grounds, meandering stone pathways connect the main house to the abundant amenities placed throughout this well-appointed property. A morning stroll along these walkways can take you to the guest house to enjoy coffee on the covered porch with visiting friends, off to the tennis court for an early morning match, to the swimming pool and hot tub for a relaxing soak, or to one of the numerous outdoor entertaining areas. For those who prefer starting their day with sun salutations or silent reflection, the yoga pavilion and secluded meditation gardens offer a peaceful space for these pursuits set amongst the trees and flowering shrubs that define the property’s natural beauty.
Of course, you might first want to stop to pick fresh herbs in the spacious green house or from the raised garden beds, which are adjacent to the well-equipped playground that is sure to prove far too tempting to resist for visiting grandchildren or those who are kids at heart.
A private, gated entryway skillfully crafted of stone, leads you into this world of enchantment where rose gardens, old-growth oak trees, palm trees and citrus groves provide the backdrop for hidden meditation gardens, gazebos, a fenced swimming pool and hot tub area, and even a putting green.
Once inside the impeccably manicured grounds, meandering stone pathways connect the main house to the abundant amenities placed throughout this well-appointed property. A morning stroll along these walkways can take you to the guest house to enjoy coffee on the covered porch with visiting friends, off to the tennis court for an early morning match, to the swimming pool and hot tub for a relaxing soak, or to one of the numerous outdoor entertaining areas. For those who prefer starting their day with sun salutations or silent reflection, the yoga pavilion and secluded meditation gardens offer a peaceful space for these pursuits set amongst the trees and flowering shrubs that define the property’s natural beauty.
Of course, you might first want to stop to pick fresh herbs in the spacious green house or from the raised garden beds, which are adjacent to the well-equipped playground that is sure to prove far too tempting to resist for visiting grandchildren or those who are kids at heart.
Upon entering the main house from the wrap-around front porch, you will be greeted with high ceilings and spacious rooms where plentiful, well-placed windows allow natural light to bathe the home’s interior. Through each doorway and around each turn, it is clear that the floor plan was specifically designed for comfortable everyday living, as well as entertaining. A cozy fireplace, wet bar and gourmet French country kitchen with a large, wood-block island are just a few of the home’s features that make it ideal for family gatherings, and get-togethers with friends or out-of-town guests.
For casual dining, there is a large breakfast area off of the kitchen, but Ojai’s magnificent year-round weather will likely entice you to indulge in outdoor dining on the private patio at every opportunity. For more formal affairs, the large, separate dining room provides an elegant place to come together for holiday meals or entertaining business associates.
This elegant home for sale in Ojai offers a rural, private setting that is just minutes away from the shopping, dining and cultural offerings of the downtown area. The expanded amenities of Ventura and Santa Barbara are also within a short drive, and an easy commute will take you to the heart of Los Angeles’ thriving business and entertainment centers. But even with all of this close at hand, this secluded, tranquil retreat will make anything more than birds chirping and fountains bubbling seem worlds away.
To learn more about this Ojai estate for sale, or to schedule a private showing, contact Nora today.
To learn more about this Ojai estate for sale, or to schedule a private showing, contact Nora today.
