Title: Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys. ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101335500/101335492/w496h670x264y4-e01cd3a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101335500/101335492/w944h664x39y0-f0a406f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101335500/101335492/w506h683x259y0-a5c8ff81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101335500/101335492/w508h683x258y0-f7177fc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101340000/101335500/101335492/w506h683x259y0-5aa0528c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a secluded hillside setting, A Birds Nest offers an intimate retreat with private patio, jacuzzi, and sauna. Enjoy the serene surroundings of Oak trees and seasonal creek below or take a leisurely bike ride to Ventura beach via the nearby trail. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - - - Air conditioning - Pool - Fireplace - Barbecue grill £130 includes taxes & fees 1 Oct - 2 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys. Two rooms with private entrance, yard, patio sauna, jacuzzi and pool all private with views out to the canyon. Two outdoor living areas and a bike trail that goes all the way to the beach, I offer to rent two electric bikes, $20 each. I appreciate a heads up on your arrival time. The bedroom sleeps three. Separate T.V. Room can accommodate 2 more. Any check in after 7:00 will be self check in and we can go over that day of. The space “A Birds Nest” is nestled on a hill side surrounded by Oak trees and birds, with a seasonal creek below. You have a private bath and french doors leading out to your private patio. Kitchen is shared. I can be as friendly or evasive as you need. A short drive from Los Angeles yet it feels a million miles away. 0.8 miles away from a beautiful 800 acre winery with outside fire pits. Less than 5 mins from Lake Casitas with a water park and of coarse 10 mins to Ventura beach 5 mins to downtown Ojai. At the end of a quite cul de sac and a few short steps to the bike path that will take you all the way to the beach or up into Ojai. Beach leisurely bike ride 45 mins. I have electric bikes ($10 each) for the duration of your stay. Ventura Spirits is right on the trail where you can learn about the art of distillery and try a flight. Art city is another stop before the beach you’ll find amazing creativity. Watch as the two mini donkeys play together kicking up dust, or they watch you as you lounge outside hoping you'll give them a cookie. (available in pantry) Hike the many trails offered near by. Flexible check in but please keep me posted. Welcome to A Birds Nest Other things to note I live on opposite side of property, very private space. I provide clean drinking water(reverse osmosis) and coffee. I provide shampoo and conditioner.i live on opposite side of property ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Recycling - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian dining options ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35380000/35379300/35379300/ad684a88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eva's Place Oak View - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 8.8 Excellent 49 reviews £124 includes taxes & fees 29 Sept - 30 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=35379300&PinnedHotelID=35379300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99370000/99360200/99360180/febe558f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy nature and beach inspired space Ventura - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 7.4 Good 6 reviews £406 includes taxes & fees 27 Sept - 28 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=99360180&PinnedHotelID=99360180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85480000/85473300/85473256/w922h683x51y0-b6d834c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sisar Creek Sanctuary in Upper Ojai, at the trailhead to Santa Paula waterfalls Santa Paula - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 32 reviews £140 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=85473256&PinnedHotelID=85473256&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107730000/107728600/107728595/5e4251ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ojai Serenity Retreat, a haven of tranquility for both couples and families. 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Ojai - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=109601095&PinnedHotelID=109601095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Oak View, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art and galerie102 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ventura County Fairgrounds and Ventura Botanical Gardens. Meditation Mount and Channel Islands National Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Oak View travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oak-View.dx183002) [View more Holiday homes in Oak View](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oak-View-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183002-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.39582%2C-119.30576&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ac8roIWRkrZxsQvBAxCZbonfiWI=) Oak View, CA ### What's nearby - Golf Course at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles - Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles - Ojai Art Center - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles - Libbey Bowl - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles - Lake Casitas Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 2.5 miles ### Getting around - Ventura Station - 21 min drive - Santa Paula, CA (SZP) - 36 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lake Casitas - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive - ‪Farmer and the Cook - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys. have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys.? > As of 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys. on 1 Oct 2025 start from £130.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oak-View-Hotels-Relaxing-Views.h101335492.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys. located? > Situated on a river, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Ventura to Ojai Paved Bike Path and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Casitas Recreation Area and Ojai Meadows Preserve. Golf Course at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa and Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing views, next door to the trail. Views, Sauna, jacuzzi, pool & donkeys. Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 31 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua M. 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and peaceful We had such a wonderful stay and enjoyed the hot tub and feeding the miniature donkeys! ##### Joshua M. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TImothy S. 15 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous hideaway Thank you Trigger and Spanky for such a peaceful and relaxing stay! We love you guys and all your singing frog friends. See you again soon! ##### TImothy S. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris S. 1 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to relax! The property was beautifully quiet and close to everything! Mary was a great host! ##### Chris S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross M. 9 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One night for a concert My sister and I stayed one night to go to a cincert at the Libbey Bowl in Ojai. The stay was lovely. Mary is very accommodating. I enjoyed the view & the outdoor area, the donkeys, and most of all the beautiful trail accessible just down the street from the house. There is a spiritual accent to the decoration if that is something that intersts you; it does me. ##### Ross M. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse L. 21 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay Was good ##### Jesse L. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Fantastic serene unique home with magical gardens, crystals, sauna, hot tub, bohemian hangout, overlooking the canyon, complete with 2 pet donkeys, fun dog, direct access to Ojai trail. Fun for families with teens and laid back people up for an experience. ##### Sarah Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. 2 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### getaway Our stay was great! Mary was welcoming and offered great suggestions for places to eat and things to check out. So grateful for a couple of days to unplug after the holidays. ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DIANA H. 9 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Relaxing Ojai Getaway Such a lovely venue and very comfortable - truly enjoyable. ##### DIANA H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arlene O. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just what I was looking fir Bohemian. Comfy bed. Terraces. Cute donkeys. Quiet ##### Arlene O. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie B. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The house with the cool donkeys We had a nice 2 night stay, the donkeys were great, location was nice, being right next to the bike/walking trail, Mary is an accommodating host, even though the decks were a little precarious for our 2 year old grandson, he was kept entertained by the donkeys and all the rocks and fountains. ##### Julie B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Riki H. 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short trip to Ojai Perfect spot to stay while checking out the Ojai area. Neighborhood was great, property was wonderful and relaxing. Donkeys were great! Mary was wonderful, let us know about some great local spots. Would definitely stay again if in the area! ##### Riki H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary L. 19 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### You'll love it here!!! Splendid -- better than the photos Wonderful private location -- short hop to Ojai and other sights But this is the sort of VRBO that you could rent and just stay there without doing any other sight seeing Mary has done wonderful job of adding a magic touch to the rental unit I highly recommend this VRBO rental ##### Gary L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Gary G. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute get away Mary is the ideal host. She was gracious and helpful. The property is cute. The patio very nice and quiet. The donkeys are fun. We enjoyed our stay. ##### Gary G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoë M. 1 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanks, Mary! Thanks for accommodating my mom for the night, instead. ##### Zoë M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Javier 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Mary and her son were all the time nice and helpful to us and help us prepair the bbq and showed us every corner of her Property that is very quiet and cozy,We loved it,it has many amenities,jacuzzi,sauna, relaxing covered shaded sofas,chairs set ups to enjoy the views of trees and green areas,also they have very friendly and lovely 2 donkeys that we enjoyed feeding and petting and a playful puppy.We really gad a great time there! ##### Javier Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris J. 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great stay Cool property ##### Chris J. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy K. 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Magical Place! My husband and I stayed here for our 10 year anniversary and what a perfectly located, lush, well-appointed space! Mary greeted us with her extremely friendly pup “Bonkers” and gave us some local tips. The donkeys were such a delight to watch while we had our morning coffee. The spa was always the perfect temperature, and the blue/green firefly lights projected on the giant tree over the backyard produces such a gorgeous effect at night! Inside, the bedroom had comfy beds and were exquisitely decorated. Full bathroom and dressing area gave plenty of space. There are walking trails right by guest parking that can take you to the lake or all the way to the ocean! We spent much of our stay exploring Ojai, Oak View and Ventura but could have easily stayed at the Bird’s Nest the whole time and just relaxed. I imagine this would make a great personal retreat spot, as well. We will save this as a favorite!! Thank you, Mary! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/525da076-c69f-4d77-a9ae-d93b8ad9c616-1745801680777.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/96451ee8-355e-4cde-923f-d67a30573309-1745801683704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2088de4c-dc20-405f-a741-904ff8fbb7b6-1745801686786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dab74cb6-f344-444f-8a1e-4319b32ff903-1745801685032.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Amy K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### deb d. 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It is "a place to relax"! Beautiful property with several outdoor areas in which to hang. Mary was a warm host and the donkeys (and puppy Bonkers) were charming. So much to do in the area- walks, beach, kayaking- and the Oak Creek Winery nearby is now one of my favorites for grounds and wine. As Mary notes in the description, it's in a ranchy space so there are vestiges of the natural world around, but the bath and bedrooms are clean and comfortable. A unique and wonderful space! ##### deb d. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Dirk L. 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Entspannter Ort für Naturliebhaber Gemütlicher Bereich lädt zum Entspannen und relaxen ein. Man darf keine Probleme Mit Spinnen oder Tieren haben. Mary ist sehr bemüht den Gästen einen schönen Aufenthalt zu bieten, sehr nett und kommunikativ. Danke für die vielen Tipps der näheren Umgebung. Die Gesellschaft der beiden Esel und Bonkers, den Hund haben wir sehr genossen. ##### Dirk L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne-Marie V. 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place to stay! We loved our stay at Mary’s! Everything was as described. The donkeys were so sweet! Waking up and seeing them was so fun. And Bonkers the dog is so amazing - so well behaved! The location and setup is so dreamy - you see what seems like a regular house and then you get in the backyard and this whole oasis unfolds :) We’d go back to Mary’s place for sure! Thank you for an amazing stay. ##### Anne-Marie V. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J R. 28 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lovely retreat We made our way to the place and were greeted once we arrived (late due to heavy traffic), and given the grand tour of the place. It was lovely from the outset, and was the perfect base as we explored the area. The hot tub was a pleasant relief after spending the days adventuring, and Trigger and Spanky (the mini donkeys were always affable and ready for treats!). We had what we needed and some, and it was overall a very comfortable space to crash, and the bike ride to Ventura Beach (9ish miles - rented the electric bikes) was pretty awesome with the trailhead right beside the house. Add to that some amazing restaurants nearby and it made for an awesome anniversary/birthday escape! Can't forget to shout out Bonkers the puppy, who truly lives up to his name! ##### J R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S. 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ojai oasis We loved the bedroom and bathroom space and it really was a private little patio. The whole unit was very private. We were told that there was a small issue with the hot tub before we got there and it was already fixed before arrival! The donkeys are absolutely fantastic and I really enjoyed that. If anyone’s worried about loud braying, that was never an issue while we were there. Just happy tiny donks. I was super excited to see the firefly lights up in the old CA scrub oak that covers the patio. Super cool. The bed was comfy, the shower was great, and we really enjoyed having the space for a home base to come back to. Mary also let us know how to get to the trail with the bridges. It was a really nice paved/ dirt stroll about a mile to the 3 hump bridge and it was really nice to have that so close. We would definitely stay again if we head up that way. Thanks again Mary! ##### Michelle S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Coraline R. 24 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy family stay Host is down to earth and just as described - can be as present or discrete as you wish. 2 rooms with private bath and access to living room and kitchen. Serene outdoor space under the Oak trees, babbling brook/ fountain. Oak View is about 5 miles away from Ojai towards Ventura. The donkeys are gentle and friendly. Less polished then Ojai accommodations but more interesting and Ojai bike trail opens up at end of cul de sac. ##### Coraline R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry V. 4 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and peaceful place to stay. This was a wonderful place to stay. The room is attached to the side of owners house in an Oak View neighborhood. We had use of the back side of house with a beautiful view overlooking a canyon. It was quiet, peaceful and very restful. We made use of the hot tub and sauna, fed the donkeys everyday. Staying there at the end of September was perfect. The outdoors was shaded and didn't get hot so we spent most of the time sitting outside enjoying the scenery into the evenings. Mary was most accomodating and we plan to stay at her place the next time we come to the area. Ojai is less than a 10 minute drive away and 10-15 min drive to the coast. We didn't do any cooking but bought food from the Westfield Market in Ojai which is fantastic. ##### Sherry V. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew B. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Wedding weekend Mary is a wonderful host with lots of great tips on the local area. The room and adjoining outside area are super private. It feels like you’re renting the entire property. There is also a private lounge room seperate from the main house with a fold out couch option and the outside areas have so many lounging options plus jacuzzi & sauna! The weather was too hot to use a sauna but the jacuzzi was wonderful and the night time lighting creates a magical ambiance. The room also comes with a mini fridge which was wonderful to come home to cold drinks. Mary has thought of everything. Highly recommend 👍👍 ##### Andrew B. 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