Named after a hexagram from the Book of Changes, Joyous Lake is a rustic hideaway on a cul-de-sac in Ojai's sought-after East End. Just 10 minutes from the village, and just as close to 3 of Ojai's fine boarding schools, this jewel has a cozy cabin feel. Nestled on an acre full of native plantings and mature oaks and pines, this shady property boasts meditative walking paths, a bubbling rock pond, and a screen porch with a hammock for those lazy afternoon naps.
Joyous Lake has a tiled open kitchen/dining/living area on the first floor, along with a bedroom (in earshot of the pond) and bath. The second floor of beautiful hardwood has a master bedroom, tiled bathroom and den, and a work space and hallway full of books.
On the main floor, enjoy the warmth of a wood-burning stove with a hearth of unique tiles created by a local artisan, and a large butcher-block counter/island for your culinary creativity. Upstairs, open the windows to a treehouse-style view of the winding paths and oaks, or settle in for some reading or movies in the den, which has a third sleeping place for guests.
In the East End, you'll find many lovely hiking and biking opportunities just by walking out the door. For the essential Ojai experience, you can't top Joyous Lake.