10812 Encino Drive

PANORAMIC OJAI VALLEY VIEWS | APPROX. 6,300 SQ. FT. | 4 BEDROOMS + GUEST STUDIO | 6.5 BATHS | 3-CAR GARAGEThere are views and then there is this view. Perched at the top of Saddle Mountain, this remarkable property occupies a commanding position above the valley, with sweeping views across the Ojai Valley and surrounding mountains. Set on approximately 13.5 acres, the property offers an extraordinary sense of elevation, privacy and separation, with a perspective that is difficult to replicate.From the moment you reach the top of the long private drive, the scale of the setting is undeniable. Inside, an impressive entry opens to expansive living spaces where soaring ceilings and walls of windows bring the surrounding landscape into nearly every room. A dramatic formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room and study open from the central entry, creating an impressive sense of volume while maintaining a natural connection between the spaces.The generous kitchen continues the connection to the outdoors with abundant windows, a casual dining area and an adjoining secondary prep space with additional refrigeration, dishwasher and workspace. Throughout the home, doors open to terraces, balconies and outdoor areas, allowing the views to remain a constant part of the experience.Privately positioned on its own level, the primary suite is exceptional in scale, with a fireplace, two separate bathrooms, two walk-in closets and an expansive terrace wrapping the suite. From here, the outlook stretches across the valley and mountains, creating one of the home's most memorable vantage points.A separate lower level offers a comfortable sitting area shared by two spacious ensuite bedrooms, both with direct access outdoors. On the opposite side of the home, a fourth ensuite bedroom provides additional privacy and exterior access ideal for guests or extended stays.An attached three-car garage is complemented by a separate guest studio with a full kitchen, adding another layer of flexibility to the property.Built in 1992 and encompassing approximately 6,300 square feet, the home's distinctive architecture, impressive proportions and extraordinary placement create a property unlike anything typical of the Ojai Valley. High atop Saddle Mountain, overlooking miles of the valley, this is a home where the view isn't simply a feature--it defines the experience.