Listed by Sharon MaHarry with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties (805) 766-7889

Theosophists, Dreamers, and George Bernard Shaw: The Colorful History of the Acacia Mansion!Krishnamurti, Annie Besant, Aldous Huxley, even Marc Chagall graced the halls of The Acacia Mansion, located just down the street from Krishnamurti's 200-acre Oak Grove. The home was originally named Acacia Lodge after the acacia tree a symbol of purity, renewal, and immortality. This palatial, two-story home is a wonderful blend of both formal and exotic architecture. Because it has retained its integrity of design for over nearly 90 years, it is now a Ventura County Landmark and eligible for the National Register of Historic Places and the Mills Act.The Acacia Mansion dates back to 1929. And since then, it has been lovingly restored by the present owners. The impeccable restoration included perfecting and painting the exterior plaster, installing wide-mouth copper gutters, refinishing the extensive wrought iron details, replacing awnings. building new patio with romantic outdoor fireplace using reclaimed 100-year-old Ohio Purington bricks. The refreshed kitchen features a glass front Pro Sub Zero fridge. A new HVAC system was recently installed and flourishing native landscaping has been designed and planted to create a lush, private environment. With 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and an elegant 1BR/1BA guest apartment above the garage, you can invite all your friends to stay. so come and see one of Ojai's most famous landmarks. And make some history of your own.