$4,939,000
SOLD AUG 26, 2025

2289 Hermitage Rd Ojai, CA 93023

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,727 Sq Ft
42 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,811 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Fishing
  • Panoramic View
  • Stables
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 42 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of August 2025

A truly rare offering in Ojai’s coveted Hermitage Ranch, this exceptional estate evokes the charm and tranquility of the legendary San Ysidro Ranch—where John and Jackie Kennedy famously honeymooned. If you've ever dreamed of owning a private retreat with that same timeless elegance, this is your chance. Extensively remodeled and nestled within a gated enclave, the residence is surrounded by peaceful ponds, meandering creeks, and miles of picturesque trails perfect for horseback riding or hiking. Inspired by classic California ranch design, the home features a stunning stone veranda with retractable screens, creating a year-round indoor-outdoor sanctuary reminiscent of a five-star resort. The property is a haven for equestrians, complete with a covered 75 foot diameter round pen with lights and fan, riding arena, stalls, and open pasture framed by views of the surrounding landscape. The primary suite offers a serene escape with vistas of a seasonal creek, stone bridge, and majestic heritage oaks. Each additional bedroom opens to its own private terrace, inviting nature and light into every corner. Set on 42 acres of income-producing avocado and citrus groves that border State Park land, the estate offers not only seclusion and beauty but a rare connection to nature—where deer and other wildlife roam freely through the orchards. The charming chicken coup filled with hens will be supplying you with fresh eggs every morning and your avocado trees will make you a favorite among your friends! Lush, mature landscaping envelopes the home and a spacious three-car garage with loft, completes this extraordinary country retreat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzanne Dyer

Strand Hill Properties Brokerage Phone: 310-528-7480 License #01054310 Listed on: 07/13/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeri Becker

NextHome Pacific Coast Realty License #01768956

NextHome Pacific Coast Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,851

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 42 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Private Yard
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is over 40 Units/Acre
  • Property is zoned AE

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Circular Driveway
  • Automatic Gate

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Woods
  • Pasture

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,727 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Dual Staircase
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Shed

Farming

  • Barn
  • Agricultural

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horse Property Improved
  • Corral
  • Stables

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Central Heating
  • Private Water Source
  • Conventional Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 9
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0140030205

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Ojai: Other Subdivision
  • Community Lake
  • Near a National Forest

Recreation

  • Fishing
  • Water Sports
  • Horse Trails
  • Hiking Trails

Security

  • Controlled Access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,851

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Automatic Gate
  • Subdivision Name Other: Ojai: Other (11)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: AE
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0140030205
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2727.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: 2 Staircases, Living Room Deck Attached
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1811.15
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Main Floor Full Bath, Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: Corral, Stable
  • View: Panoramic, Pasture, Trees/Woods
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Screened, Screened Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Private
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Controlled Access
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Blm/National Forest, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Horse Trails, Watersports

Schools

  • School District: Ojai Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Agricultural - Tree/Orchard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Horse Property Improved, Landscaped, Over 40 Units/Acre, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1829520.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 42.0000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 1829520.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 9.03
  • Tax Tract Number: 9.03

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 13, 2025
Closed on
Aug 21, 2025
Sold by
Kathleen And Timothy Mchugh Family Trust and Mchugh Timothy C
Bought by
Levine
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Dyer
Strand Hill Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jeri Becker
NextHome Pacific Coast Realty
List Price
$4,989,000
Sold Price
$4,939,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-1%
Views
40

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-99.20%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 13, 2016
Closed on
Dec 21, 2016
Sold by
Pepperwood Investments Llc
Bought by
Mchugh Timothy C and Mchugh Kathleen L
Seller's Agent
Kristen Currier
LIV Sotheby's International Realty Ojai
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Agent
Non Member Office
List Price
$2,999,000
Sold Price
$2,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$199,000
-6.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.81%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2006
Sold by
Clifton Stuart W and Clifton Dawn S
Bought by
Pepperwood Investments Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2005
Sold by
Rancho Del Litigato Llc
Bought by
Clifton Stuart W and Clifton Dawn S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,020,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2002
Sold by
Bayer James J and Isola Bayer Toni
Bought by
Rancho Del Litagato Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2002
Sold by
Rancho Canada Verde
Bought by
Bayer James J and Isola Bayer Toni
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $4,939,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $2,800,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed -- First American Title Co
Grant Deed -- --
Grant Deed $1,000,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $2,020,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2025 08/26/25 Sold $4,939,000 -1.0% $1,811 / Sq Ft
08/12/2025 08/12/25 Pending -- -- --
07/13/2025 07/13/25 For Sale $4,989,000 +78.2% $1,829 / Sq Ft
01/17/2017 01/17/17 Sold $2,800,000 -6.6% $1,027 / Sq Ft
01/12/2017 01/12/17 Pending -- -- --
12/13/2016 12/13/16 For Sale $2,999,000 -- $1,100 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $26,851 $2,443,530 $1,874,212 $569,318
2024 $26,851 $2,447,524 $1,885,966 $561,558
2023 $28,365 $2,628,462 $1,841,720 $786,742
2022 $28,208 $2,613,036 $1,841,720 $771,316
2021 $27,112 $2,471,301 $1,805,279 $666,022
2020 $24,836 $2,296,739 $1,771,854 $524,885
2019 $24,790 $2,319,424 $1,725,470 $593,954
2018 $26,564 $2,456,640 $1,686,411 $770,229
2017 $30,317 $2,812,938 $2,432,246 $380,692
2016 $29,791 $2,757,886 $2,384,655 $373,231
2015 $28,718 $2,635,234 $1,980,308 $654,926
2014 $28,117 $2,662,175 $2,302,836 $359,339
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PV25156107

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 014-0-030-205