Cash Mountain Ranch was built when Johnny Cash moved to Los Angeles, urged by his agents to pursue a film career, much like Elvis. However, he quickly grew to dislike L.A. and relocated about an hour away to Casitas Springs, where he designed and built his dream home for his young family. Johnny meticulously supervised every detail of the design. While out for a drive with his manager, he discovered the Ojai Valley, which he envisioned as the perfect location for his young family—a secluded, semi-rural paradise that was still conveniently close to L.A. At heart, Cash was a country boy.

In 2022, Jerry and Lisa Kenton purchased the property. They underwent a $1 milion restoration that took a year to lovingly return the house to its original state, with a retro-modern twist. Fortunately, the house was mostly intact, just a bit run down, so they elevated it while preserving its western mid-century glam charm.

Cash Mountain Ranch is in Casitas Springs, just 15 minutes from either Ojai or Ventura Beach, depending on your direction. It’s a charming, tiny town that you could easily miss if you blink, known for its vibrant creative community. If you know, you know!

They offer tours at $65 per person when available. Tickets can be purchased through their website. They also offer private tours for groups of 15 or more, which adds a unique experience for that special birthday or for that person that is a super fan!

Weddings at Cash Mountain Ranch are truly magical, set on the hill with dynamic 360-degree views. They can accommodate up to 14-guests to sleep overnight and up to 100-guests for an event or wedding, providing plenty of space to create the perfect backdrop for memories.

They plan to host events at Cash Mountain! The owners are musicians and creatives and are always creating space for fum and imagination.

The property features 5 unique bedrooms and 4.5 baths, including two master suites, one in glitter black and the other in glitter pink. The other suites have a retro or western flair. Every room was designed for fun & whimsy. Bookings are managed through Enchanted Vacation Rentals.

The property boasts endless amenities, sprawling across what feels like a football field. Guests will find Johnny’s original BBQ, a cozy pool and spa area, a game room with a pool table, piano and darts, and a poolside bar that was once a playhouse built for Johnny’s girls. Tables seat 50, as well as a wild-animal sanctuary on the lower level, ostriches and all. They also have a 700 square foot Recording Studio which can be booked separately or together.

Once you visit, this property carries the spirit of Johnny Cash’s adventurous and creative soul imprinted all over it!

CASH MOUNTAIN RANCH

8736 Nye Rd

Ventura, CA 93001

cashmountainranch.com

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