1329 N Montgomery Street, Ojai, Residential

Tucked behind private gates on 1.5 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, this extraordinary Ojai compound offers the rare combination of seclusion, relaxed sophistication, and sweeping natural beauty- just minutes from downtown, yet a world apart.The Mark Whitmandesigned main residence is a masterclass in contemporary design utilizing the best elements of mid-century modern architecture, where clean lines, generous glass, butterfly roofs, textured walls of plaster, and an effortless connection to the outdoors define every room. At the heart of the home, a tranquil koi pond anchors a central atrium, bringing the serenity of nature into the daily rhythm of the house. The great room is an expansive living and dining space and flows seamlessly into a large chef’s kitchen built for both everyday ease and memorable entertaining. These public spaces are oriented to capture head-on views of the Topatopa Mountains, opening to the pool a cascading waterfall and expansive entertainment patio, providing a variety of perches to take in Ojai’s legendary Pink Moment as the peaks glow at dusk. A separate family room with a fireplace and a quiet den framed by garden and mountain vistas offer versatile spaces for gathering, working, or unwinding.The primary suite opens to its own private garden and features a spa-like bathroom and dual closets. Two additional guest bedrooms, a dedicated laundry room, and an attached two-car garage complete the main house.Thoughtfully sited well apart from the main residence for complete privacy, a detached guest house offers a one-bedroom, one-bath retreat with its own private patio. Upstairs, a spacious office opens to a view terrace, and a separate two-car garage serves the guest quarters.Mature gardens and a producing orchard surround the homes, while a mountain-view tea house adds a final note of quiet magic- completing a property that feels equal parts private sanctuary, architectural statement, and quintessential Ojai retreat.