Listed By:
Patty Waltcher with BHHS California Properties; pattywaltcher@mac.com
Address
12179 Koenigstein Road, Santa Paula, CA
Price
$ 4,575,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#V132997
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyVentura
  • CitySanta Paula
  • Area S.P. East of Ojai/S.P. Road North
  • NeighborhoodNot Applicable
  • Zip93060
  • Style
  • Year Built2009
  • Price$ 4,575,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage3600
  • Lot Size44 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description

This remarkable forty-four-acre property is set just beneath the Topatopas in Upper Ojai's rugged backcountry where the architect owners designed a modern, sustainable, residential compound. Over the last sixteen years they have rewilded the landscape and developed the walking trails that now vein its chaparral, oak meadowland, sage scrub and riparian habitats. Approached from the South, the compound is entirely hidden from the road. The house, guest house, pool & terraces are enfolded in the crook of a dramatic eastern ridge that provides unparalleled privacy, yet affords views of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the Upper Ojai Valley and Sulphur Mountain Ridge. The property is situated half-way between Ojai and Santa Paula.Surrounded by its gravel precinct, the light-filled, minimalist house sits amidst the trees and shrubs of the chaparral and includes three bedrooms and two baths. The cathedral ceilinged living, dining & kitchen flow into one another flanked by broad passageways and bookended by towering walls that demark the functions. To the North, the house opens to a 12' X 48' pool with views of the Topatopa foothills and beyond, to the mountain's iconic spalled face.Mindful of the heat of summer, the house features shallow covered porches, or loggias, which open to the north and south & provide full summer shade and welcome winter sun. These loggias can be closed behind steel barn doors when there is the threat of wildfire. When not in use they park against the solid stucco walls of the house.The guesthouse/studio and a two-car garage sit below the last curve of the driveway which sweeps up to the house. Its linear design echoes the building above and provides two airy studios linked by an entry hall, a 3/4 bath and an efficiency kitchen.The property comprises two 20+ acre parcels separated by a low ridge dotted with native walnuts, oaks, toyon, and Matilija poppies. The western parcel is bordered by the year-round Bear Creek. Its meadows rise gently to a magnificent oak grove and offer opportunities for both architectural and agricultural development. The residential compound is carefully integrated within a landscape that nurtures the local fauna, birds, bees, hummingbirds and pollinating butterflies, while its buildings are holistically designed to provide serenity, utility & sustainability.Recently certified by Ojai Valley Land Conservancy's 'Rewild Ojai' initiative, the estate was featured on their 2025 Native Garden tour.

Price History
11/29/2025 Listed $4,575,000

General Features

Living Area 3600
Sewer Septic Tank
Appliances Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Dryer,Washer
Garage Spaces 2
Pool Features Above Ground,Pool Cover
Year Built 2009
View Mountain(s)
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Community Features Rural
County Ventura
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name Not Applicable
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 3
Special Listing Conditions Standard
Status Active
Directions Drive East on Ojai Santa Paula Rd, and head North on Koenigstein to the property's own private rd.
City Santa Paula
Senior Community Y/N false
MLS Area VC52 - S.P. East of Ojai/S.P. Road North
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 1916640
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Spa Features None
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Lease Considered Y/N false
Structure Type House
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Owner
Year Built Source Owner
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity SANTA PAULA

Interior Features

Fireplace Features Insert,Wood Burning Stove
Common Walls No Common Walls
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Total Bedrooms 4
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Fencing None
Lot Features Lot Over 40000 Sqft,Sprinklers None
Water Source Well
Total Parking 2
Lot Size Area 44
Spa false
Lot Size Acres 44
Private Pool true
Lot Size Source Public Records

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 93060

Price
AVG $1.75M
$4.58M
Year Built
AVG 1977
2009

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