Historic 1907 Craftsman Farmhouse In Ojai Valley

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 113600 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Ojai, CA

Krishnamurti Library and Visitor Center15 min walk
Ojai Olive Oil4 min drive
Meditation Mount11 min drive
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)68 min drive

We escaped the midwestern winter and stayed here for 2 months. Our hosts, Alan and Joan, are welcoming, helpful and atte...

Joanne H.

Mar 2, 2022

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

We are only able to accept reservations of 30 days or longer due to Ventura County ordinance.

A spacious Craftsman farm house, the historic Churchill Residence is located in the east end of the Ojai Valley, a half block from Thacher School and the Krishnamurti Foundation. Originally part of the historic Pierpont property, the 3,600 sq. ft. house was designed and built in 1905 for Civil War veteran General Charles G. Penney. The second owner of the house was Dr. Guido Ferrando who along with Aldous Huxley, and J. Krishnamurti founded the Besant Hill School (formerly Happy Valley School). The residence has been owned by the Churchill family since 1957.

A short drive from Ojai Town Center, the residence is set back one-tenth of a mile from Thacher Road. Amid orange and avocado orchards, the location is private and serene. Landscaped grounds compliment mountain and valley views from verandas on the front and back of the house.

A peaceful, rural retreat: The Churchill Residence is popular for groups of friends, writers, artists and Thacher School families. It's secluded and peaceful, a great place to have a family reunion, catch up with friends, read, think, create. There are many cultural events in Ojai throughout the year. Don't miss the Sunday Farmer's market and Bart's Books.

Property manager

Joan Churchill

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 25

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children allowed with prior arrangement

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Some pets allowed with prior arrangement

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outdoors on verandas/pool area

Cancellations during the COVID-19 crisis will receive full refunds.

Accepting rentals of 30 days or longer due to County Ordinance.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ojai

Located in Ojai, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Los Padres National Forest and Libbey Bowl, while Ojai Art Center and Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.

Ojai, CA

What's nearby

Krishnamurti Library and Visitor Center - 15 min walk
Ojai Olive Oil - 4 min drive
Meditation Mount - 11 min drive
Libbey Bowl - 11 min drive
Golf Course at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa - 13 min drive

Getting around

Ventura Station - 32 min drive
Santa Paula, CA (SZP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Boccali's Restaurant - 7 min drive
The Dutchess - 10 min drive
Tipple & Ramble - 11 min drive
Ojai Beverage Company - 10 min drive
Sea Fresh Sea Food - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic 1907 Craftsman Farmhouse In Ojai Valley have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Historic 1907 Craftsman Farmhouse In Ojai Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Historic 1907 Craftsman Farmhouse In Ojai Valley located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Krishnamurti Library and Visitor Center and Ojai Olive Oil. Meditation Mount is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

2 March 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A special home in magical Ojai!

We escaped the midwestern winter and stayed here for 2 months. Our hosts, Alan and Joan, are welcoming, helpful and attentive and I cannot say enough about how easy they made our stay. The house is a special place. The property and views are amazing, the house itself is warm and welcoming. Plenty of room inside and out. We very much look forward to returning!

Stayed 37 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

deborah v.

28 October 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Churchill property is beyond beautiful and the property manager, Julie is delightful.

I highly recommend this property. The house and grounds are five star and worth a trip to Ojai. There are plenty of choices for hiking, swimming, relaxing, and eating - you will never want to leave.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joellyn G.

22 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An extraordinary place...

Everything about our stay was perfect! The house has an extraordinary sense of place with a rich history. It has exceptional views, spacious and comfortable rooms, and wonderful artifacts of history (books, photographs, maps) that reinforce the feeling that this has been a happy retreat for over 100 years. The two large porches are wonderful places to watch the sunset over the mountains. The house easily accommodates 10 people -- with plenty of room to be together or to find separate, quiet reading nooks. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen is well appointed, the pool is clean and refreshing, and the house has all modern requirements: internet, smart tv, washer/dryer, dishwasher, AC. The owner and property manager are respectful of your privacy but accessible if you need them. Everyone in our party -- from age 26 to 91--was delighted to be here, and we hope to return again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula E.

15 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for a family weekend

This is one of the best VRBO houses I've had the pleasure of visiting. My 3 sisters, our husbands, and my parents celebrated my mom's birthday. We each had our own room with very comfortable beds and linens. The home has plenty of seating and gathering areas, and the pool was clean. We hope to make this an annual trip, and look forward to returning. Joan and Julie were a pleasure to work with. thank you so much from the Espinas, Dickinsons, Mortensens, and Danzigs!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house, beautiful views

Such a lovely property. Can't wait for an occasion to return. Quiet and peaceful. And house so comfortable. Great communication with property manager.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019