Water Views
Address
15454 South Mountain Road, Santa Paula, CA
Price
$ 10,000,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#0025548499
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyVentura
  • CitySanta Paula
  • AreaS.P. West of Ojai-S.P. Road South
  • Zip93060
  • StyleCraftsman
  • Year Built1908
  • Price$ 10,000,000
  • Bedrooms5
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage6635
  • Lot Size174.13 Acres
Data Source:
California Desert Association of REALTORS® (CDAR)
Property Description

The Converse Ranch was purchased and built out in 1908 by U.S. Steel and banking heir Edmond C. Converse Jr., known as the Millionaire Cowboy. Originally a sprawling 6,000-acre cattle ranch, it's now a 174+ acre legacy estate that's accessed via a dramatic, mile long driveway along the beautiful Santa Clara River Preserve. The original main house and all the historic structures are enveloped by citrus and avocado groves and equestrian facilities.... all with a magnificent mountain backdrop. Just West of the Ranch the 1,000-acre preserve continues, ensuring this spectacular setting will remain for generations to come. Rarely in Southern California can one ride horseback amidst such varied terrain; along the river, meadows and mountains... At the heart of the ranch is the grand 6,635 sq ft. main home that has been carefully restored and updated while maintaining all its original detail and charm. The second owners, one a member of the Doheny family, built the spectacular 40,000-gallon stone swimming pool. The carriage house and three additional guest/staff residences have also undergone thoughtful renovations. Horse lovers will find unlimited potential to expand on the existing facilities that include pastures, arena, 1908 barn structure and a contemporary 5,000 sq. ft. steel barn. Split into two parcels, each with city water supplies. The Eastern parcel features Rose Cottage that overlooks the river valley and out to the Channel Islands. Lastly, but most incredibly, the ranch comes with pre-1914 riparian water rights. This allows owners to pump river water to irrigate all the agriculture on the ranch. A rare opportunity to acquire a property of such historic and natural beauty just 90 minutes from Los Angeles.

Price History
4/9/2026 Listed $10,000,000

General Features

Living Area 6635
Sewer Septic Type Unknown
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Patio Open,Wrap Around
Architectural Style Craftsman
Pool Features Private,Solar Heat,Gunite,Heated,Heated with Propane,In Ground
Security Features Automatic Gate
Year Built 1908
View Hills,Mountain(s),Orchard,Panoramic,River
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Ventura
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Water
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Other Structures Barn(s),Gazebo,Guest House
Status Active
City Santa Paula
Senior Community Y/N false
MLS Area S.P. West of Ojai/S.P. Road South
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 7585102
Spa Features Gunite,In Ground,Private
Property Condition Updated/Remodeled
Additional Parcels Y/N true
Virtual Tour https://converseranch.com/mls
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Seller

Interior Features

Flooring Wood
Fireplace Features Living Room
Total Stories 2
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features Inside
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Corral
Parking Features Controlled Entrance
Lot Features Horse Property,Horse Property Improved,Landscaped,Lawn,Pasture,Ranch,Agricultural
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 7585102
Spa true
Building Area Total 6635
Lot Size Acres 174.13

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 $1.78M
$10M
Year Built
AVG 1978
1908

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