Once a walnut orchard, this secluded 1919 farmhouse estate was transformed by professional landscape design into a botanical oasis nestled on 8/10’s of an acre bordering a lemon orchard. Enter through the security gates to be greeted by a family of Koi as you cross the wooden bridge to access this home’s grand front porch. A leaded glass front door welcomes you into the stately entry with classic crown molding and 24′ baseboards. Top quality craftsmanship and vintage charm abound as the living room, library and dining room share those same features and are separated by pocket doors you can close for privacy. Ideal for large holiday gatherings, the formal dining room is complete with a built-in China closet and French doors leading to a patio shaded by lush mulberry trees. Two distinctive fireplaces with granite hearths and wood mantles will keep you warm and cozy this winter. For quiet contemplation, the library features built-in, glass covered bookshelves. The country kitchen has Corian countertops, wood cabinets, stainless steel refrigerator, gas cooktop and electric oven, and is complete with a butler’s pantry that has ample storage and the original copper prep sink overlooks the arbor. A breakfast nook is adjacent to the laundry area and opens to the family room with an abundance of natural light and a wet bar with a hammered brass sink and built-in refrigerator. The grand staircase leads to a loft, four oversized bedrooms with ceiling fans and spacious closets, and three bathrooms. Wander outside from the back bedroom to a large deck with stairs leading to the pool. Enjoy mountain and orchard views from the primary bedroom suite with a spa tub, tiled shower stall, two pedestal sinks and a bidet. Upstairs you’ll find more built-in cabinets and access to an enormous, finished attic with two windows that’s bonus square footage. The full basement has redwood paneling and wine racks for over 700 bottles! Next, venture outside into the lushly landscaped yard with heated pool and spa, two private guest quarters, a 4-car garage, several water features, firepit, gazebos, built-in BBQ & organic garden beds. Experience nature’s bounty with 19 rose varieties, plus pomegranates, avocados, figs, lemons, oranges, bananas, walnuts, grapes and more – all watered cost-efficiently from your own private agricultural well. Easy freeway access and just minutes from downtown Ventura, you can have the best of both worlds where the city meets the farm!