Description
The converse ranch was purchased and built out in 1908 by u.s. steel and banking heir edmond c. converse jr., known as the millionaire cowboy. originally a sprawling 6,000-acre cattle ranch, it's now a 174+ acre legacy estate that's accessed via a dramatic, mile long driveway along the beautiful santa clara river preserve. the original main house and all the historic structures are enveloped by citrus and avocado groves and equestrian facilities.... all with a magnificent mountain backdrop. just west of the ranch the 1,000-acre preserve continues, ensuring this spectacular setting will remain for generations to come. rarely in southern california can one ride horseback amidst such varied terrain; along the river, meadows and mountains... at the heart of the ranch is the grand 6,635 sq ft. main home that has been carefully restored and updated while maintaining all its original detail and charm. the second owners, one a member of the doheny family, built the spectacular 40,000-gallon stone swimming pool. the carriage house and three additional guest/staff residences have also undergone thoughtful renovations. horse lovers will find unlimited potential to expand on the existing facilities that include pastures, arena, 1908 barn structure and a contemporary 5,000 sq. ft. steel barn. split into two parcels, each with city water supplies. the eastern parcel features rose cottage that overlooks the river valley and out to the channel islands. lastly, but most incredibly, the ranch comes with pre-1914 riparian water rights. this allows owners to pump river water to irrigate all the agriculture on the ranch. a rare opportunity to acquire a property of such historic and natural beauty just 90 minutes from los angeles.
Property Type
ResidentialCounty
VenturaStyle
CraftsmanAD ID
50193315
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 5
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 3
- Full Baths: 2
- Half Baths: 0
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Public,Private
- Sewer : Septic Type Unknown
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Dressing Area,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Property Appliances: Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Flooring: Wood
- Furnished Description: Unfurnished
Cooling Features
- Central Air
- Air Conditioning
Heating Source
- Central
- Has Heating
Fireplace
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Has Fireplace: 1
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Year Built: 1908
- Building Area Total: 6,635
Security Features
- Security Gate
Pool Features
- Gunite,Heated,In Ground,Propane Heat,Solar Heat
Laundry Features
- Inside
Patio And Porch
- Covered,Open,Patio,Wrap Around
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Lot Size Acres: 174.13
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 7585102
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Listing Information
Listing Price Information
- Original List Price: 10,000,000
- Listing Contract Date: 2025-06-16
Lease Information
- Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Parcel Number: 0990090165
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Garage and Parking
- Garage Description: Controlled Entrance,Private
Homeowners Association
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Negotiable
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School, Utilities & Location Details
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- Source Neighborhood: VC54 - S.P. West of Ojai/S.P. Rd South
- Directions: S. Mountain Rd to the private street named S. Mountain (Lemon) Rd. Follow that street until it ends at the ranch's gated entrance.
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: VC54 - S.P. West of Ojai/S.P. Rd South
- Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Building and Construction
- Property Age: 117
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Year Built Source: Owner
- Total Square Feet Living: 6635
- Levels or Stories: Two
- Building Total Stories: 2
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 06/21/2025 @ 07:31
- MLS: 25548499
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is a Home, with 5 bedrooms which is for sale, it has 6,635 sqft, 7,585,102 sized lot, and 0 parking. are nearby neighborhoods.