Description
Dee Dow Ranch is a stylish, luxurious 10-acre Scandinavian-modern estate, nestled in the Upper Ojai Valley with panoramic mountain views. The unique design mixes elements of modernism, such as glass walls, soaring ceilings and retractable doors combined with earthy materials, like Canadian white oak and concrete floors, vertical barn-style cedar siding, Brazilian Ipe wood decking and gabion stone facades. The collaboration between whimsical creativity and an undeniable cool factor never loses sight of its immersion in the wild and natural Upper Ojai setting of the Topa Topa Mountains. The estate includes a main house, a guest cabana, a glorious 55' pool & spa area, a private tennis court, exquisite landscaping, a playground, a well and a bocce court. The heart of the property is a 4700 sqft 4br/4.5ba modern farmhouse blends Scandinavian design elements with California flair. Interiors are awash with natural light that streams through expansive windows and doors, emphasizing open, airy spaces and seamless indoor-outdoor living. A striking white brick fireplace stands as a centerpiece, dividing the spacious living area from a gourmet kitchen and dining space that comfortably seats twelve. Natural flow from the indoor spaces to the expansive deck and covered porch create easy transitions for lounging by the pool or dining al fresco. The kitchen features a large, soapstone island, high-end appliances, and custom cabinetry in a cool blue-green hue. Bedrooms occupy a separate wing, all with plenty of space, and each bedroom features its own uniquely designed bathroom and a beautiful private view. Additionally, this wing features a cozy TV lounge with a projector and 110 inch screen. The guest cabana is truly unique, made almost entirely out of rock, wood, and steel, in a sleek modernist architectural expression. Views are in abundance from wide retracting doors on each side of the bungalow and a queen size pull-down bed folds out of the way to make the space roomier during the day. There is a beautiful rock bathroom & kitchenette.Two decks on opposite sides of the pool draw the guest cabana and the main house into a beautiful symmetry of communal space. he sprawling grounds feature lush lawns, agaves, garden beds, and a eucalyptus grove. This is more than a home; it's a masterpiece of serene sophistication. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty & pure relaxation of this luxurious retreat that makes everyday life feel like a grand celebration.
