Charming Stone Cottage Near Lake Casitas (SOLD)
442 Burnham Road, Oak View CA 93022 $499,900
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If you have ever dreamed of living in a quaint stone cottage in the country, this is your opportunity to turn that dream into your new way of life.
This charming stone cottage was handcrafted with local river rock in 1946 and is surrounded by mature oak trees and park-like landscaping on approximately ½ acre. The current owner has worked diligently to retain its original character while fully restoring and remodeling this country home to include modern comforts and conveniences.
Original oak floors in the bedroom and living room, an antique Franklin wood-burning stove and a claw foot bathtub show off the cottage’s original charm, while central heating and air conditioning, skylights, stainless steel appliances, and a roomy, tile shower provide the modern comforts that make today’s country living far more appealing.
This charming stone cottage was handcrafted with local river rock in 1946 and is surrounded by mature oak trees and park-like landscaping on approximately ½ acre. The current owner has worked diligently to retain its original character while fully restoring and remodeling this country home to include modern comforts and conveniences.
Original oak floors in the bedroom and living room, an antique Franklin wood-burning stove and a claw foot bathtub show off the cottage’s original charm, while central heating and air conditioning, skylights, stainless steel appliances, and a roomy, tile shower provide the modern comforts that make today’s country living far more appealing.
A custom, wrought iron, electric security gate, privacy fencing, and a river rock wall surrounding the courtyard and entry enhance the privacy of this home, which sits back from the road behind mature oak trees.
The oak floors, exposed beam ceilings and wood-burning stove make the living room a cozy place to relax at the end of the day. The country kitchen with custom birch cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a dining nook provides the perfect place to prepare meals or mix cocktails to enjoy with friends in the courtyard.
Outside, there are two primary outdoor living areas: a courtyard and a patio. The courtyard, which is surrounded by a river rock wall, has built-in seating, terra cotta tiles and a built-in, brick fire feature that could be used for cooking or heat when entertaining. The terra cotta tile patio located behind the house offers additional outdoor living space and has an adjacent concrete patio, which could be the perfect spot for a barbecue grill for weekend gatherings.
The oak floors, exposed beam ceilings and wood-burning stove make the living room a cozy place to relax at the end of the day. The country kitchen with custom birch cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a dining nook provides the perfect place to prepare meals or mix cocktails to enjoy with friends in the courtyard.
Outside, there are two primary outdoor living areas: a courtyard and a patio. The courtyard, which is surrounded by a river rock wall, has built-in seating, terra cotta tiles and a built-in, brick fire feature that could be used for cooking or heat when entertaining. The terra cotta tile patio located behind the house offers additional outdoor living space and has an adjacent concrete patio, which could be the perfect spot for a barbecue grill for weekend gatherings.
If entertaining is on the agenda, you will also be happy to know that there is a two-car carport, as well as a gravel guest parking area. Behind the carport, there is a workshop with a covered patio and covered gardening or storage area. This outbuilding could continue to be used as a workshop or could be transformed into a home office, yoga studio, writer’s retreat, art studio or guest quarters. There is also additional storage on the property.
From this country retreat, you can take a short bike ride to Lake Casitas or the Ojai Valley Trail, drive just a few minutes to downtown Ojai for boutique shopping, fine dining or a concert in the park, or easily commute to Ventura or Santa Barbara. In fact, this well-positioned cottage is only about 80 miles from Los Angeles, fewer than 20 minutes from the beach, and less than 30 miles from the upscale shopping and dining options of downtown Santa Barbara.
From this country retreat, you can take a short bike ride to Lake Casitas or the Ojai Valley Trail, drive just a few minutes to downtown Ojai for boutique shopping, fine dining or a concert in the park, or easily commute to Ventura or Santa Barbara. In fact, this well-positioned cottage is only about 80 miles from Los Angeles, fewer than 20 minutes from the beach, and less than 30 miles from the upscale shopping and dining options of downtown Santa Barbara.
Per the seller, these are some of the updates and upgrades that occurred during the remodel:
If you are looking for a vacation home in the country or a primary residence that is just the right size for your lifestyle, contact Nora today to learn more about this charming stone cottage.
- Wrought iron, electric entry gate installed
- Two-car carport installed
- Low, flat ceiling replaced with re-designed, exposed beam roof structure with skylights
- Mexican tiles installed in courtyard and patio
- Upgraded, double-pane windows installed
- Central air conditioning and heating installed
- Studs and drywall replaced throughout
- Electrical wiring and panel replaced
- New plumbing and water lines from meter installed
- New gas lines installed from meter
- New toilet, sink and tile shower installed
- Landscaping and automatic irrigation installed
- New subfloor installed
- Ceramic tile installed in bathroom
- Wood-look ceramic tile imported from Spain installed in kitchen
- River rock and gravel driveway installed
- Low-voltage landscape lighting installed
- Butcher block counter top and stainless steel appliances installed
- New roof and two porches added to outbuilding
- Additional privacy fencing installed
If you are looking for a vacation home in the country or a primary residence that is just the right size for your lifestyle, contact Nora today to learn more about this charming stone cottage.
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This information may change without notice. All references to square footage, year built, price, features or availability are approximations. You are advised to independently verify the accuracy of all information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals.
This information may change without notice. All references to square footage, year built, price, features or availability are approximations. You are advised to independently verify the accuracy of all information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals.
