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Historic Craftsman Estate; Pool, Yoga Studio, adjacent to Los Padres Forest

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ojai, CA
  • Ojai Art Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Libbey Bowl
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Golf Course at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Santa Paula, CA (SZP)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

About this property

Historic Craftsman Estate; Pool, Yoga Studio, adjacent to Los Padres Forest


Charles and Henry Greene, the preeminent architects of the Arts and Crafts Movement, designed the Pratt House for Charles and Mary Pratt in 1909. The house, a perfect fusion of Japanese aesthetic and American practicality, sits on a ridgeline overlooking the valley of idyllic Ojai, California. The Greene and Greene architectural plans refer to the project as "The Pratt House" however the Pratts named their home and estate "Casa Barranca” referring to the seasonal river bed running through the property.

Noted as one of the Greenes' five "ultimate bungalows," the Pratt House embraces the Arts and Crafts ideal by creating an open and elegant living space without resorting to excessive decorative detail. Comprised of two wings unified by a central living room/entrance way, the house boasts five large bedrooms, six fireplaces, four bathrooms, three sleeping porches, an eat-in kitchen, a formal dining room, and front, rear and upper patios.

Architectural Digest notes that in the grace of the Pratt House "...the sun translates the Greenes' structural poetry into ever-shifting patterns of light against polished wood. At night... the silhouette of live oaks is framed against the Milky way. A closer approximation to Shangri-La is hard to imagine."

Today, in keeping with the humble and pure ideals of the Arts and Crafts movement, the Pratt House and it's estate are powered by solar electricity, draw their water from artesian springs and are surrounded by an organic vineyard and gardens which are farmed on sustainable, permaculture principles.

Owners share access to Pratt trail, and depending on the duration of your stay and time frame, owners may have scheduled access to the yoga studio which will be discussed before your rental and added to the contract.

Keywords: Casa Barranca, Estate, bungalow, hiking trails, nature, natural, private, rustic

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Amenities

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Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

About the area

Ojai

Ojai is home to this holiday home. Galerie102 and Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Libbey Bowl and Soule Park Golf Course.
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Ojai, CA

What's nearby

  • Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ojai Art Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Libbey Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Golf Course at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Soule Park Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Ventura Station - 25 min drive
  • Santa Paula, CA (SZP) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deer Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ojai Roots - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Connection - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Dutchess - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ojai Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Craftsman Estate; Pool, Yoga Studio, adjacent to Los Padres Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Craftsman Estate; Pool, Yoga Studio, adjacent to Los Padres Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Craftsman Estate; Pool, Yoga Studio, adjacent to Los Padres Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Craftsman Estate; Pool, Yoga Studio, adjacent to Los Padres Forest located?

Situated in Ojai, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Pratt Trail Loop, galerie102 and Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art. Libbey Bowl and Ojai Art Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

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

Exquisite Retreat

This was such a beautiful and unique property. We loved the home and even more so, the estate and overall property. It was a perfect retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gerda N.

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

Magical getaway

This place was magical. The property is beautiful with an incredible view of the mountains, birds, shade and sun, wonderful smells and quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Crary j.

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

Lovely Escape

We could not have enjoyed this property more. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

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

50th wedding anniversary celebration with family

This was the perfect setting for our celebration in the midst of the Covid pandemic. The house is a craftsman style masterpiece and the grounds are beautiful. We loved relaxing on the back patio listening to the koi pond fountain and the kids loved the huge circular pool. The unusual sleeping porches were also a hit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Beauty and Spirit

A stunningly gorgeous and perfectly maintained property-- filled to the brim with artistic detail and incredible craftsmanship. The gracious owners have lovingly restored an architectural masterpiece, turning it into a place of great spiritual as well as physical beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Very cool house on an amazing property

House is in original condition which usually means just old and uncomfortable. This place is immaculate and super comfortable. Amazing how well everything works. Never rented a place as well stocked either with kitchen, games, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Brilliant

These days during the pandemic are mad so we went to Ojai for an opportunity to be together, connect to nature and also to be safe. This home was the first place that EXCEEDED the pictures on VRBO. Absolutely bliss. Thanks, Eliza.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michele P.

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

Family Trip

The property is gorgeous the rooms beautiful . Easy to follow instructions on how to use lights, equipment etc in house. All amenities available to use. Wish pool had heater. The owner , available for help at any time is very gracious.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

A property stunning beyond words

Our stay at Casa Barranca will go in the top 5 experiences of my life (along with sailing in Bora Bora, flying a small plane across the country and turning 50 at the Post Ranch Inn). It's a spectacular property, maintained meticulously with amazing attention to detail; we were so lucky to have spent time there. Walking on the driveway as the morning mist dripped through the oaks and covered the vines was something I'll never forget. And sweet Rocco kept me company!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ojai Jewel

I spent a weekend here, teaching a Yoga retreat with sixteen students. From the moment I checked in, it was like I had arrived on a private Island. When I was introduced to the main house I was in awe of the beauty and cleanliness. Each bedroom offered it's own unique personality and life. The main room was inspiring, rustic and very well kept and dressed. We went swimming and hung out in the jacuzzi, which was very clean. If you like to cook then you better be serious because the kitchen is equipped with all the necessary tools to make whatever your taste buds desire. The only hick-up was the wine tasting was to quick. So if you want to enjoy serenity, scenery and infuse your body and mind with good vibes. I highly recommend this place.

10/10 Excellent

Deidre K.

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

Magical Ojai

I can’t say enough about this place. It is absolutely amazing. The house is stunning, classic Arts and Crafts, spacious and welcoming. The kitchen has absolutely everything you need in large quantities. I brought my own knives but didn’t need them as the ones provided were all sharp. Fresh flowers everywhere, crisp sheets, lovely towels. The outside grounds were equally perfect with stunning views of the mountains over the Barranca, separate pool area, meditation platforms, endless seating, outdoor deck dining and eating seating and a lovely Koi pond. The manager, Eliza, was always available and responsive by email and the caretaker, Hayden, whom I can’t thank enough, always answered his phone immediately. We were 8 in a family group ranging from 15-80 and no one wanted to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerra S.

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

Great Oaks, Views, Beautiful Home

It would be hard to summarize the amount of compliments I would like to praise this special property. We felt lucky to be able to stay at this beautiful home - warm lighting, soft sheets, endless places to sit and gather... If you love crafts houses, you will be pinching yourself. If you love meditation and yoga, and walking through a private garden, you will be more than pleased. A true retreat and also somehow fun for kids - many rooms to explore and endless grounds to run. We had a fun Easter Egg hunt on the lawn, coffee on the meditation platform, badminton through the days, gentle sleep, lovely showers, and easy hikes. The kids loved feeding the koi and I loved napping under the great California oaks, with their plentiful shade and shadows. Thank you also for the complimentary wine, a family owned vineyard! The location is excellent too, you would never know there were any people around when you are on premises, and yet town is only a mile or so away. This is truly a gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S.

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

Idyllic perfection

This house is a work of art and a thing of wonder, sited on a breathtaking, lush, private property . It's the rare example of a home on VRBO that greatly surpasses its description and photos. I was walking around with my jaw dropped open for the first day or two of our stay--I couldn't believe how beautiful this place is. It filled me with reverence, to be able to spend time with my family in this impeccably preserved, pure example of Arts & Crafts idealism. But this is not a stuffy museum. All the creature comforts are pristinely clean and up to date (comfortable beds, big fluffy towels). The kitchen is fully stocked with high quality pots/pans and sharp knives, not to mention a gorgeous huge range and two ovens--it was perfectly up for the task of a big thanksgiving feast. Every corner of this home is inviting and gracious. Every one of this property's perfect vistas comes with a set of Adirondack chairs or a little picnic table. The outdoor couch is huge and flanked by cozy heaters. There are seemingly endless paths to wander down with your morning coffee. Every day started with my daughter picking an orange or pomegranate or fig from one of the beautiful trees in the garden and sharing it for breakfast in the big, sunny kitchen of this house. Then we might walk on one of the nearby trails, or feed the koi fish, or play soccer or badminton on the HUGE, soft green lawn, or climb up on the huge boulder in the backyard....and in the evenings we'd sit with a glass of wine (or cocoa for my daughter) and watch the mountains turn pink, saying hello to the deer, rabbits, and coyotes as they skittered past. Then a cozy fire in the living room. Sometimes we'd go on a night-walk, and once we conversed with an owl who'd flown down to investigate our hooting! A whole week sped by, in this state of perfect contentment. I'm running out of space, but I want to mention that the kind estate manager Andy made himself readily available and helped us out a number of times during our stay, including on Thanksgiving day. And the hosts were extremely conscientious about health/safety, during these covid times....Not only was the house spotlessly clean (with the windows left open for ventilation), but they'd also thoughtfully left medical grade air purifiers in several places throughout the home...along with gorgeous bouquets of fresh flowers in every room! Everything was above and beyond. Thank you SO MUCH.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

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