10901 Creekroad , Ojai, CA 93023(Ventura County)

This income-producing horse ranch is approximately 12.34 acres with extensive facilities that include a 60-stall main barn with two 16-foot breezeways, 12'x12' indoor stalls with mats, 20 12'x24' paddocks with shelters, tack rooms, a barn office, indoor wash racks with warm water, automatic lighting, automatic fly control, a treadmill, and fully matted, decomposed granite base.

There is also a three-stall mare motel, several pastures with shelters, and livestock pens currently housing alpacas and pigs.

The 320'x120' main arena is constructed of oil field pipe and has a sprinkler system and lighting. A viewing platform with a gazebo overlooks the arena, providing a shaded area for horse show judges, horse trainers or clients. There is also a jumping and dressage arena, a large trail arena, a cutting pen and a round pen.

Just above the main barn, there is a three-stall, shed row barn that has been converted for use as caretaker's quarters for ranch hands and a client restroom. The large, covered patio and an adjacent river rock patio with a sitting wall and built-in barbecue grill overlook the horse facilities and provide the perfect place to entertain clients or host ranch events.

This income-producing horse ranch is approximately 12.34 acres with extensive facilities that include a 60-stall main barn with two 16-foot breezeways, 12'x12' indoor stalls with mats, 20 12'x24' paddocks with shelters, tack rooms, a barn office, indoor wash racks with warm water, automatic lighting, automatic fly control, a treadmill, and fully matted, decomposed granite base.

There is also a three-stall mare motel, several pastures with shelters, and livestock pens currently housing alpacas and pigs.

The 320'x120' main arena is constructed of oil field pipe and has a sprinkler system and lighting. A viewing platform with a gazebo overlooks the arena, providing a shaded area for horse show judges, horse trainers or clients. There is also a jumping and dressage arena, a large trail arena, a cutting pen and a round pen.

Just above the main barn, there is a three-stall, shed row barn that has been converted for use as caretaker's quarters for ranch hands and a client restroom. The large, covered patio and an adjacent river rock patio with a sitting wall and built-in barbecue grill overlook the horse facilities and provide the perfect place to entertain clients or host ranch events.

This custom home designed by Marc Whitman has quite a few features you might want to show off to your guests, so you may want to lead them past the custom fountain and through the covered, river rock porch to the formal entry and into the spacious, open foyer.

From the tiled foyer, the floor-to-ceiling, river rock fireplace serves as a focal point for the sunken great room, which is bordered by a river rock planter and features a wood, vaulted ceiling, terra cotta tiles and ample room for entertaining, guests are greeted by the relaxing, lodge-like atmosphere of this luxury home.

Stepping down from this large space, you will find a game room with a river rock wet bar, large windows letting in natural light and French doors leading to one of the outdoor living areas. Next, you will find the family room, where the terra cotta tiles continue and a second river rock fireplace creates a welcoming, cozy environment for this space you are sure to use daily. French doors lead to a river rock walkway to guide your guests to the swimming pool area, or you can continue exploring the many offerings of this wing of the house.

The media room with a projector, 110-inch screen, specially designed lighting and decor that lends itself well to enjoying the latest releases in comfort and style is one of the most impressive of these offerings. Another is the guest room with a large closet, large windows and terra cotta tile that could also be used as a home office or yoga studio. A full bathroom and a large storage closet complete the amenities available in this wing.

On the other side of the foyer, you first find the formal dining room, which features views of both the great room fireplace over the river rock planter and nearby mountains through the large windows. Just off of the formal dining room is the spacious country kitchen boasting a large island with a Viking range, a produce sink, a built-in cutting board and a breakfast bar. A pantry and generous cabinetry offer plenty of space for storing your everyday essentials and special occasion dinnerware, while the tile counters and coffee bar provide ample work space for preparing meals. For those who prefer reserving their formal dining room for entertaining, there is a large breakfast nook offering a cozy spot for casual dining with family and closer friends.

The spacious laundry room with a tile floor, tile counters, a sink, a storage closet and lots of storage cabinets is conveniently situated just off the kitchen.

Finishing off this wing of the house is a guest room with an en suite bathroom that has a terra cotta tile floor, tile counter top and a tile shower-bathtub surround. This particular guest room, which is located just off of the kitchen, near the laundry room, and separate from the master and other guest rooms is in a perfect location for use as maid's quarters, nanny's quarters or for longer-term guests.

Moving to the second level of this spacious home, you will find the master suite, which is a roomy retreat encompassing this entire floor. There is plenty of room for a seating area near the river rock fireplace, and French doors lead to a large balcony, where you can enjoy views of the grounds and the mountains beyond.

The en suite master bathroom was clearly designed to be comfortably shared, which is made evident by the two large, walk-in closets with dressing areas and the two tiled vanities, each with its own sink and mirror. There is also a separate lavatory, a tile shower, and tile steps leading to an over-sized, oval, jetted soaking tub.

Next, you come to the guest level with an open hallway overlooking the great room. The first guest room on this level has a large closet, a ladder leading to a loft area for additional storage or a private retreat, and French doors leading to a balcony. A shared bathroom that can be accessed from either guest room features a tile floor, tile vanity and a tile shower-bathtub surround, as well as an alcove with built-in shelving to ensure ample storage.

The second guest room on this level is a spacious room with French doors leading to a balcony overlooking the swimming pool and stairs to the pool area. A large alcove with built-in shelving could be used as a play area or an office, or it could be easily transformed into a large, walk-in closet.

Forced-air heating, ceiling fans and three climate zones with separate air conditioning units help to keep this large home at a comfortable temperature throughout the year, and a newer swimming pool heater allows for rejuvenating swims even in colder months.

From the sunken great room and game room to the home theater and comfortable guest quarters, it is clear that this luxury dwelling was designed for entertaining, but this emphasis on creating impressive entertaining spaces is not only found inside. As you step outside to enjoy the heritage oaks that dot the property and the mature landscaping that separates the home from the equestrian facilities, river rock walkways beckon you to follow them to the expansive outdoor living areas.

This starts with a large river rock patio off of the game room and continues around the house to the pool area where you will find river rock sitting walls, a large patio with a built-in barbecue grill with counter space and electrical outlets, and the swimming pool and hot tub. Beyond this is a grassy area for picnics or playing, and there is even a spot for vegetable gardening, if you feel so inclined.

All of this can be accessed by steps leading down from the guest parking area through the porte corchere or from several sets of French doors throughout the house. A second set of river rock steps connects this area to the equestrian facilities to allow you to easily check on the horses or to reach an additional outdoor entertaining area with a built-in barbecue grill that is located above the barn.