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Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai

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Pool
Interior
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site fitness centre

Explore the area

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Santa Paula, CA
  • Place, Santa Paula Train Depot
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Glen Tavern Inn
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Paula Canyon Falls / Punch Bowls
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxnard, CA (OXR)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
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About this property

Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai

A 1907 Barn has been lovingly converted to a rustic luxurious retreat minutes from Ventura. Nestled in a private 160 acre canyon filled with wildlife and farm animals, the Barn House at Willow Creek Ranch offers families and friends a restful haven from the outside world, with hi speed internet for those who opt to stay connected.

Fresh eggs, goat stampedes, donkey strolls and bonding with the amazing animals who call Willow Creek Ranch their home. Includes a bonfire with S'mores!

For everyone’s safety there’s no smoking of any kind and no open flames. If someone in your party is a smoker, the Ranch is not the best choice. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times, and can't be left alone in the Barn House ( Dog Run available)

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Restrictions on noise and shuttles required
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Bully breeds excluded; dogs cannot be left alone
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please turn off heaters, AC UNITS & fans
Let us know if anything is broken or doesn't work
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
no smoking anywhere in the canyon! or open flames
Please do not touch or feed any animal unless accompanied by owners
Dogs cannot be left alone in house: pls use dog run in front

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 16956
Property # 2844911vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Restrictions on noise and shuttles required
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Does Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai pet-friendly?

Yes, Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly country house is within 9 mi (15 km) of Regency Theatres Santa Paula 7, Jeanette Cole Art Center and Veterans Memorial Park. Santa Paula Canyon Falls / Punch Bowls and Moreton Bay Fig Tree are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Experience Farm Life on an historic Ranch minutes from the Beach & Ojai Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the ranch house. The property is truly special with all the animals. Marianne and Vito were very thoughtful and went above and beyond to make the experience more magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oswaldo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing experience!! We will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirkland n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super welcoming hosts, super wonderful location, super beautiful home. We loved every minute. Loved the hikes on our doorstep, the animals, the fire pit, the jacuzzi under the stars. It was all perfect. We will be back. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are so grateful that Marianne and Vito opened this magical property to our family! It’s just a short distance from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles but we felt like we completely escaped. We were welcomed with fresh baked cookies and freshly cut flowers lovingly placed in every room. The home was clean and decorated with beautiful antiques. The kids loved spending family time in the great room playing the piano and building with wooden Legos. The animals on the property are all clearly happy and loved. The kids loved visiting the miniature donkeys, petting the horses, and running with the goats. This is a new favorite place for our family and we are already planning to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debora W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marianne was a super host. She went above and beyond to be sure our experience on her ranch was one to remember. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Ventura 2025

Willow Ranch was great for everyone - grandkids and grandparents. Very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our entire family — three generations — is still raving about the fantastic and memorable stay we had at Wheeler Ranch.The serene setting, surrounded by nature and animals, made it the perfect place to relax, recharge, and spend quality time with family and friends. The guest house and barn were absolutely wonderful — warm and welcoming, cozy yet spacious enough to allow for privacy when needed. The beautiful, comfortable bedrooms and inviting family room practically begged us to gather together and enjoy everything the space had to offer.There was no shortage of entertainment either. Chess, checkers, cards, board games, a piano, and even a guitar were all available for us to enjoy. The kitchen was exceptionally well stocked for a large family, and the water dispenser was an especially convenient touch.We were also pleasantly surprised to find freshly baked cookies on the counter and beverages waiting in the fridge. Such thoughtful details made it truly feel like coming home.Marianne and Vito are wonderful, attentive hosts who made sure our stay was nothing short of unforgettable.The outdoor pool, hot tub, and basketball court were an added bonus, and we loved taking daily walks to visit the nearby horses, donkeys, goats, and ducks. There were multiple hiking trails right from the ranch, and when we felt like exploring, both the beach and Ojai were just a short drive away.It truly is a magical place. We all agreed that we will absolutely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christina t.

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

Idyllic ranch stay with the kiddos

We had a wonderful time at willow creek ranch. Marianne & Vito are the perfect hosts. The home is so beautiful and welcoming. Our kids had the best time playing basketball and exploring. Marianne was so lovely with my daughter, taking her to help with the goats and other animals. We will most certainly be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn S.

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

Wonderful Ranch Experience for family and friends!

This converted barn on a working ranch was comfortable, great fun, and definitely the most unique place our families have vacationed together at! Everyday the kids woke up excited to walk around the ranch and participate in taking care of the animals :) Thanks to our hosts for their kind hospitality and for an unforgettable experience that we’ll remember for years!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

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

Lovely getaway

We enjoyed our stay immensely! The rustic look of the outside of the old converted barn, belies the clean, spacious, welcoming space within. We enjoyed the quiet, walking around the horse stables, sitting on the comfortable front porch, and generally relaxing atmosphere. Owners Marianne and Vigo were warm and welcoming, and attentive. The welcoming array of muffins and drinks added a special touch too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita T.

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

Country life

We absolutely enjoyed our stay. Hosts are very considerate, every detail was taken care of. Prepare for a true ranch life with animals, beautiful country setting. House is a gem of true ranch vibe. Working piano, guitar, TV.Very comfortable amenities, full kitchen and clean bathrooms. Enjoyed jacuzzi and a night fire.We wil be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn W.

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

Beautiful setting

The ranch is beautiful! Marianne and Vito are great hosts! The only downfalls would be that there is no a/c. It was pretty warm during the day, but the evenings were fine. Also, the pool could use some tlc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salvador B.

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

The Allstar Farm Stay

Beau farm stay. Vito and Marianne on spot on with every detail and accuracy. If you can please experience working success farm. The fresh eggs to the goats so relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Place

Had a great time staying here, really lovely property and fun to see the chickens and goats and horses etc... they brought over fresh eggs and ducks eggs which was very thoughtful and nice! Very cozy place and loved all the vintage furniture and decor style! Close to both Ojai and Ventura as well as some fun spots in santa paula. The only issue was that we didnt realize the hot tub, fire pit and pool are in shared spacing with another rental unit on site.. we still enjoyed the hot tub etc but never went in the pool since it was often in use and attached the the other home another family was staying in and having a pool was part of the draw of this property... it is also stated in the listing but we didnt realize. Marianne & Vito were so kind and we appreciated our stay! Definitely recommend it : )
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I think we went in with pretty high expectations considering the price, but those were blown out of the water. First, the place is easily the best stocked rental/hotel we’ve ever stayed in. Every dish, pan, pot you’d ever need, spices galore, sharp knives (unheard of!), and even a watermelon and fresh baked cookies. Everything is so cozy and comfortable. Loads of pillows, blankets, towels, yoga mats, and bath robes. Beds have memory foam on top. Couches are deep and comfy, and great chairs. And, I mean, heated floors in the living room and primary bathroom! We didn’t use the pool, but the jacuzzi was immaculately clean and worked perfectly - with a gorgeous view of the willows and the stars. Marianne and Vito are incredibly kind. Set up a bonfire for us, introduced the girls to the animals, chatted about the history of the place, and dropped us fresh eggs for the morning. Here’s my one warning. This is a working ranch. There’s people giving riding lessons, caring for horses, and generally running the show. We NEVER felt a lack of privacy at all as they did a great job setting boundaries. But you’ll hear ducks, horses, cows, dogs, etc. For us, this was a highlight of the trip. We got to pet horses, goats, and donkeys. During a short hike around the property we came across the three rescued donkeys up the hill. If you’re not an animal person you’ll still 100% have a great stay, but don’t be surprised. In short, we loved staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Beautiful One-of-a-Kind Property

I found this property while looking for a rental near Ojai large enough for our family of five - and with three teens that isn’t always easy. The property seemed really lovely in the photos, but I was not really prepared for how cool the place really is. The barn house is really an old barn that was once a bunkhouse for the cowboys who worked on the ranch. Marianne and Vito have renovated the space with the perfect collection of handsome and interesting but comfortable antiques, and the bathrooms are beautiful. There is no central heat or air in the barn house, but heaters kept the bedrooms comfortable and toasty, and newly heated floors are an added bonus. The kitchen has everything - including two sets of dishes, one ceramic for indoors and one unbreakable set for outdoors. We didn’t enjoy the outdoor spaces as much as we could’ve - two porches, a pool, fire pit and grill, as we packed out our days with visits to Ojai, Ventura and Channel Islands - all very close, easy drives. We did meet all of the animals on site - including chickens, ducks, horses, cows, guinea fowl, and a bunch of adorable goats. The grown-ups also hiked the rim trail around the property, which has 360 views including a clear line all the way to the ocean. We could’ve spent all of our time on the ranch, and look forward to a return visit to do just that! Marianne and Vito are such considerate hosts. The kids loved it as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Veterans Retreat

It felt so other worldly… such a short distance frim town but you woke to the sun breaking through the trees and a rooster crowing. We had access to a jacuzzi and pool. Then had a BBQ while playing cornhole. We all agreed, it took us back to being a kid and the outdoors were our play ground.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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