Ojai Valley Luxury - CASA GORO TOPA

Situated on five private acres including a citrus orchard and vineyard, Casa Goro Topa is the ultimate luxury escape in the Ojai Valley, with two homes on the property and complete with all the amenities one could desire. The newly constructed “Modern Hacienda” is a statement of relaxed luxury. It’s designed around the expansive indoor/outdoor entertaining space and provides the perfect place to relax in ultimate privacy and serenity. The exceptional master suite opens out to the pool deck, while its adjoining bathroom opens out to a private garden with an outdoor shower. The five uniquely designed guest suites all have a king-sized bed and their own ensuite bathrooms. The property’s traditional hacienda-style home was fully refurbished and thoughtfully reimagined into the property’s guest house, containing two bedrooms, one bathroom, a full kitchen, and three large outdoor living patios, our favorite of which includes a hanging bed with the perfect view of the Topa Topa Mountain Range and its famous pink moment.

Featuring a 50-foot pool, full-sized tennis court, gourmet chef’s kitchen, full gym (Peleton bike, treadmill, and weights), and movie theater, this secluded sanctuary provides a full array of on-site activities to keep you occupied. Enjoy some fun on our in-ground trampoline, play bocce and ping pong in the sun, or simply unwind in the garden courtyard that has been situated around the property’s original water fountain. At night, have a campfire under the stars in one of the two on property fire pits. We are pleased to offer guests a helping hand with planning and connections to local talent. This includes everything from stocking the fridge with your requested list, arranging one of our partner chefs to prepare your gourmet meals, and scheduling private yoga and meditation teaching. Want to get off property for a night? We will provide a list of all our favorite restaurants, tours, and tastings in the area, ensuring a seamless and well-curated experience throughout your time with us.

Guest information:

Please be sure to review the HOUSE RULES (listed below) before requesting to book. All rules must be followed at all times. We want to ensure that everybody has the best stay possible, knowing what to expect while staying at our property.

There is an additional fee to heat the pool. May 1 - October 31: $175/day. November 1 - April 30 : $350/day for the pool.

Groups larger than 12 people will be charged an additional per person fee ($150/person/day) as well as an additional $150 cleaning fee (total cleaning fee will be $1000 vs $850). Absolute max is 16 people. We require a complete guest list (for liability reasons) at least 24 hours before check-in. No additional day visitors are allowed.

Events are not allowed & no outdoor noise past 10pm. Pets (including service dogs) are NOT permitted. We are very selective on groups with children.

Holiday periods start at $4K/night.

Please inquire about chefs, yoga instructors, masseuses, etc. We can also provide recommendations on restaurants, hikes, etc in the area.

We have a ranch-hand living on an airstream on the farmland part of our property (next to the tennis & pickleball court) – you cannot see this area from the main house or the guest house, and this area has a separate entrance outside of the main gate.

We have outdoor cameras throughout the property that we monitor daily (no indoor cameras).

We have a strict cancellation policy. We strongly recommend that you arrange travel insurance to cover any cancellation costs in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

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CASA GORO TOPA - HOUSE RULES

Key points
• Food & drink MUST be consumed in the kitchen - do NOT eat and drink throughout the home, especially in the screening room (no popcorn)
• We have outdoor cameras throughout the property that we monitor daily (no indoor cameras)
• Only use plastic & steel dishes/cups outside, especially near the pool (glass & ceramic items are strictly
prohibited)
• Keep the pool & spa covered when not in use (the covers MUST be closed overnight)
• Do not wear shoes in the homes
• Park in designated areas only (see property map below)
• Do not move any furniture
• Pets and day visitors are NOT permitted, and any vendor working on the property needs to be pre-approved

Pool
• There is a daily charge to heat the pool & spa
• Food is strictly prohibited in the pool & spa
• No running on pool deck as it is quite slippery when wet
• No diving in the pool
• Only use striped pool towels for the pool & spa (white bath towels should never leave the home)
• There is no need to remove the pool pump from the pool. If it is removed, it’s imperative that it is unattached;
the pump must be reattached securely and placed in pool every night
• Sunscreen stains the outdoor furniture cushions – use pool towels on top of cushions
• Children under the age of three or children that are not potty trained are required to wear swim diapers (if there
is an accident in the pool, contact owners immediately for further instruction)

Outdoors
• Trash bins are outside of the garage – they MUST shut completely otherwise the wildlife will get to it, which causes a huge mess. There are overflow bins as you exit the property before the main road on the left side of the road (they are labeled with our house number - 11202)
• Keep all screens closed to avoid flies and other wildlife from entering the home
• Do not keep anything on the grass overnight (due to sprinkler system)
• Do not leave any food or trash outside overnight
• Do not leave exterior lights on overnight (located in great room near sliding doors & bench)
• Only one person should jump on the trampoline at a time for safety reasons (there are strict weight limits) – and
shoes should NOT be worn
• Only use the provided Mexican blankets outdoors (keep all other blankets and linens indoors)
• Do not pick any vegetables in the garden next to the tennis court
• Keep guest house side gate closed
• No loud outdoor noise past 10pm
• Do not cover the fire pit immediately after usage - the heat will damage the cover

Kitchen
• None of these materials can go in the dishwashers: wood and tin products, champagne glasses, coffee mugs, cutting boards, & cutting knives. There are black drying pads below the sink
• All countertops (including the bar) are porous
• Coffee grounds must go in trash, not in the sink
• Hood fan must be on when using the gas BBQ
• Use the provided Miele tabs for dishwashers
• When cooking at the gas and wood BBQs - only use the black cast iron skillets - no other pots should be used
from the indoor kitchen for outdoor cooking
• The property has a sensitive septic system - discard food in the trash (not the garbage disposal)
• Kids should only eat on copper chairs & stools (as they can be wiped down), not on the black leather chairs
• Use placemats & coasters on the large dining table in the great room (they are in the drawer next to the table)

Other
• Basketball, tennis, and pickleball equipment is in a storage box next to the court; ping pong equipment is in a storage box next to the table; bocce balls are on the court
• No cigarettes/drugs on the property
• Do not put suitcases on furniture/beds/window seats
• Do not sit on any furniture with wet bathing suits
• Interior home walls and shower walls are made of a special application plaster so exercise care to avoid
damages
• Do not touch or connect any cables to the tvs and projector
• We have a ranch-hand living in an airstream next to the tennis court – you cannot see this area from the main
house and he has a separate entrance outside of the main gate

Check-out instructions
• Keep all sheets and bath towels in the bedrooms. No need to strip the beds
• Used pool towels can be left on the floor in the laundry room
• Empty all trash (including trash from the outdoor kitchen and ash from the fire pit) into the bins near the garage
- they MUST shut completely otherwise the wildlife will get to it, which causes a huge mess. There are overflow trash bins as you exit the property before the main road on the left side of the road (they are labeled with our house number - 11202)
• Break down all boxes next to the recycle bin - otherwise sanitation will not take them
• Completely clear fridge, freezer, and pantry
• Put away all dishes (it’s ok to leave the dishwasher full of dishes, but please run it before departure). Don’t
leave dirty dishes in the sink
• Turn off all lights, fans, and heat/AC units (check every room, including the guest house)
• Make sure outdoor lights are off - switch is on great room wall near bench
• Lock all doors and sliders
• Make sure that the pool & hot tub are covered. Leave the pool box blue key and the garage door openers in the
top kitchen drawer
• If any furniture was moved inside or outside, please put it back in its place. Also make sure outdoor umbrellas
are closed and pool floats are placed in the garage. Nothing should be in on the pool deck (towels, cups,
etc)
• If anything from the main house was taken to the guest house (including dishes/mugs, outdoor blankets, & pool
towels) - return them to the main house
• Send owners a list of any broken/damaged items (even if it’s a minor thing like a wine glass)
• Text owners when you leave