California Family Resorts | Ojai Valley Inn - Activities

Spring Activities

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Enjoy the bloom of spring flowers and bucolic greenery of Ojai Valley Inn. Experience cooking classes at The Farmhouse, explore your creativity at the Artist Cottage & Apothecary, or embrace the outdoors with a scenic Picnic & Pedal ride through the Inn.

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Our spring season continues through Memorial Day Weekend.

The Farmhouse: Nancy Silverton

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We are honored to continue our partnership with Nancy Silverton as the Culinary Ambassador of The Farmhouse in 2020 with an epic series of exclusive events from chef dinners, cooking demonstrations, book signings and more featuring some of the world's most revered talents.

Visit www.farmhouseojai.com to reserve.

The Farmhouse: Cooking Classes

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We invite you to join us at The Farmhouse for unique culinary classes and demonstrations including: The Art of Macarons, Kids in the Kitchen, Artisan Pizza and Mozzarella, and more.

Visit www.farmhouseojai.com to view and reserve experiences.

Open Studio at the Artist Cottage

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We invite you to explore your creative wellness at the Ojai Valley Inn's Artist Cottage & Apothecary during our Open Studio hours to practice your creative wellness.

Open studio hours:
Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday | 10 AM - 4 PM
Saturday | 10 AM - 3PM
Tuesday, Wednesday | CLOSED

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to learn more.

Beekeeping & Honey Tasting

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Explore a day in the life of an apiarist with our interactive beekeeping and honey tasting experience. Our resident beekeeper will explain the honey making process, show you the inside of a working hive, identify the queen bee and lead a tasting of delicious cold-pressed raw honey from Southern California.

$150 per person + 20% service charge

Available Tuesday - Saturday at 1 PM, weather permitting. Runs approximately 90 minutes. Reservations are required at least 48 hours in advance. Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to book.

Vibrational AromaTherapy

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Meet prominent aromatherapist Ixchel Leigh who will share information about the body’s ancient system of energy: chakras and auras. Through Ixchel’s guidance, allow your inner-self to direct you to your perfect Chakra Synergy. Take away expert knowledge and a 10ml Elixir of your selected blend of therapeutic essential oils.

Thursdays and Saturdays at 11am in the Apothecary | 45 minutes | $75 per person

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve. Hours subject to change. Please visit the Event Calendar for details.

Kuyam

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The only treatment of this type in the United States, we encourage our guests to experience Kuyam (Koo-Yahm) at Spa Ojai. Kuyam is a Chumash Native American Indian word which means “a place to rest together.”

This treatment combines the therapeutic effects of self-applied cleansing desert clays infused with essential oils, intense dry heat, inhalation therapy and accompanied by a traditional Chumash narrative. Diffused low lighting, rich colors and Moroccan-styled tile chaises enhance this unique offering.

Each communal session can accommodate up to eight women or men and a private Kuyam requires a minimum of two people per session.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for details and reservation information.

Picnic & Pedal

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Ojai Valley Inn is proud to partner with Linus Bikes. Pick up a complimentary Linus bicycle and visit Libbey’s Market to build your custom picnic basket.

Modern Macramé with Sally England

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Join renowned local Macramé artist, Sally England, as she instructs you on how to make your own beautiful macramé wall hanging for your home. Enjoy the therapeutic knotting process in the Artist Cottage using natural 100% cotton rope. All levels.

90 minutes | $125 per person

Available by advanced reservation for parties of two or more. Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve. Hours subject to change.

Wellness with Essential Oils

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Using aromatherapy and the healing properties of essential oils, aromatherapist Ixchel Leigh will focus on your specific concerns for the season, while you create a customized body oil that will soothe and rebuild your energy for the year ahead.

Thursdays & Saturdays at noon in the Apothecary | 45 minutes | $95 per person

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve. Hours subject to change. Please visit the Event Calendar for details.

Live Music Under the Oak Tree

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Join us Saturday nights from 6pm - 9pm as we listen to live music performed by local favorite, Kevin James O'Brien beneath our 200-year-old oak tree. Music will be performed outdoors weather permitting.

Camp Oak - Children's Camp

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Camp Oak is the perfect environment for resort guests ages 4 to 12 to enjoy daily theme-based programming including outdoor adventures, arts and crafts and learning through fun, and interactive play.

We offer daily morning and afternoon session as well as Night Camp on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Resort guests can enjoy one complimentary morning or afternoon session per day. Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve. For details, please visit Camp Oak.

Family Craft Hour

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Daily :: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Stop by Camp Oak as we offer a variety of complimentary crafts that you and your family can do together.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to learn more.

Surf Lessons with Mary Osborne

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Escape with local pro-surfer Mary Osborne to revel in the surf, relax in the sun, and rejuvenate yourself through a local adventure, just 30 minutes from the Inn. Whether you’re a first-time surfer or expert looking to sharpen your skills, Mary’s thirteen years of professional teaching skills will ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to learn more.

Class with a Glass: How to Uncork your Creativity

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Learn to paint with passion and find your inner artist. Regardless of skill level, learn the step-by-step methods to create your own masterpiece. Enjoy the wonders of wine, and hear why artist Jeff Sojka loves to call Ojai his home. Using his favorite local destinations as inspiration, you will paint the beauty of this special valley and be able to leave with your own finished canvas creation. Paint, drink, and be merry!

Fridays at 2 PM at the Artist Cottage | 90 minutes | $75 per person

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve. Hours subject to change. Please visit the Event Calendar for details.

Hangar One Bloody Mary Bar at Jimmy's Pub

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Join us at Jimmy's Pub to build your own Bloody Mary! Begin with award-winning Hangar One vodka and customize this popular morning beverage with ingredients you crave. Spice it up with our Signature Bloody Mix, jalapenos, and hot sauces then garnish with pickled veggies, bacon, olives and more! Visit Jimmy's Pub on Saturdays and Sunday from 11 AM to 2PM for bottomless "Bloodys," $20 per person.

Olive Oil Tasting & Tours

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Taste and tour amidst a scenic backdrop at Ojai Olive Oil.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to learn more.

Fundamentals of Fragrance

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Compose your own natural perfume from The Apothecary’s custom selection of pure essential oils. Acclaimed aromatherapist Ixchel Leigh shares the basic principles of a balanced scent, as well as her professional secrets, to focus your desired intentions in creating your own personalized multi-layered fragrance.

Thursdays & Saturdays at 1PM in the Apothecary | 60 minutes | $120 per person

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve. Hours subject to change. Please visit the Event Calendar for details.

Treasure Hunts

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For kids of all ages, embark on a customized treasure hunt, hand- painted and designed just for your family! Explore the grounds and be led by one of our camp counselors on an interactive and fun experience for all.

Reservations required with 72 hours notice, please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026.

Bike Tours

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Descent of Sulphur Mountain

This groomed, fire road descent on the ridge between the coast and Ojai drops nearly 2000 ft over 10 miles. The views are spectacular, the terrain is manageable for almost any rider and the ride is downright fun! The Mob Shop will lead you to the top and gravity will do the work on the way down.

Contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 or discoverojai@ojaivalleyinn.com to reserve this ride or other tours from The Mob Shop.

Sound Energy Therapy

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Ojai has been a spiritual destination since the time of the Chumash. Immerse yourself in the vortex energy of Ojai through this integrative journey to deeper healing at Spa Ojai. Using a customized, energetic approach, your practitioner utilizes vibration and sound therapy along with an indigenous plant ritual and subtle energy modalities to facilitate a true Ojai experience for your mind, body, and spirit.

Contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve.

Bart's Books

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It’s no secret that Bart’s is a bookstore unlike any other, attracting people from all over the world and gaining recognition for being the largest independently owned and operated outdoor bookstore in the U.S.A.. For years, Bart’s has offered a wide variety of rare and captivating books, hosting nearly one million books ranging from the thirty-five cent specials which line the outside walls and are still for sale on the honor system, to rare, out of print first editions, and art books valued in the thousands of dollars.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for more information.

Food Tours

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Experience an up-close glimpse into the exciting culinary scene in Ojai. Held on selected weekends throughout the year, guests will meet chefs, restaurant owners, and sample the best of Ojai’s creative cuisine.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to inquire about pricing and reservations.

Horseback Riding

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River Valley Trail ride is well suited for the beginner to intermediate rider. While relaxing at a leisurely pace for an hour-long ride in the valley, riders enjoy breathtaking views of the Topatopa mountain range.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for more information.

Sonic Butterfly

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Ojai with its “fabled electromagnetic forces” is an artists' community and a place of refuge. The Sonic Butterfly Sound Journey brings together the best of Ojai - healing, music and art in a mystical harmonious cocoon. You enter the cocoon and are taken on a sound journey with the music of an acoustic long string harp with 60 foot strings and LED wings, The ascending overtones and healing harmonics promote physical and energetic health and creative inspiration. Sitting on the floor beneath the strings, places you inside the instrument to create a full sensory one-of-a-kind experience.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for more information.

Sailing

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Spend a few hours or a whole day aboard the yachts of your choice from The Santa Barbara Sailing Center. A US Coast Guard Certified Captain will guide your private group (up to 6 passengers) along the pristine Santa Barbara coastline. Experience the fun and magic of sailing as you simply enjoy the views, or feel free to help sail!

Contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 or discoverojai@ojaivalleyinn.com for detailed information.

Santa Ynez Wine Region

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Rolling hills, endless vines, and ancient oaks make the Santa Ynez Valley one of the most scenic and beautiful wine destinations in California.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for more information.

Olivella Private Wine Room

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Enjoy the culinary offerings of Olivella surrounded by a dramatic wine library with carefully curated collection of hundreds of bottles from boutique vineyards the world over. Featuring a communal dining table that seats 14, our private wine room is lit by a contemporary chandelier of steel and glass and features dramatic artwork and coffer ceilings.

For details, please contact dining reservations at 805.640.2085 or dining@ojaivalleyinn.com.

Winery Tours

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The Ojai Valley is home to several wine tasting rooms offering by-the-glass, tasting flights, and full bottles. Ojai wines are wonderful gifts to share with friends and family, or a memorable item to commemorate your Ojai Valley vacation.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for more information.

Casitas Water Park

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Located only a few miles away is the Lake Casitas Water Adventure. This seasonal water attraction features a lazy river, lagoon, waterfalls, slides and splash pads.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for seasonality information and tickets.

Golf

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In a setting as natural as Ojai, it is only fitting that it is home to one of America's premier Southern California golf resorts and championship golf courses. This 18-hole golf course plays 6,292 yards with a par 70, rating of 71.0 and a slope of 132.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to arrange a tee time.

Cabanas

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Each of our luxurious pool environments offer private cabana rentals. Learn more HERE.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve a private cabana.

Jeep Tours

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Explore our valley mountains with an exciting open-air jeep tour! Tailor your adventure specifically for families, wine lovers, outdoor enthusiasts and corporate groups alike.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to arrange your tour.

Shop

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The Ojai Valley Inn offers several resort shops:

The Signature Shop offers exclusive Ojai branded golf and leisure apparel for men, women and children. It also features a golf and activewear selection suitable for all resort and local activities.
Libbey’s is an artisan marketplace that features local and house-made goods. A luxury boutique adjoins featuring men's, women's and children's designer apparel and footwear.
Spa Boutique features skin care product lines used in a wide variety of Spa Ojai treatments. Highlighted brands include Arcona, OSEA and KYPRIS.
Pixie Boutique located adjacent to Pixie Pool, offers a wide selection of pool toys, hats, sunglasses and swim accessories perfect for a day of fun in the sun.

You may also visit our online shop at www.shopojai.com.

Dive Inn Movies

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Make a splash or just relax and watch one of our favorite family friendly movies. Offered throughout the warm summer months at the Pixie Pool. Complimentary popcorn is served.

Please view our Event Calendar for upcoming Dive Inn Movie dates.

Yoga

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Spa Ojai offers a variety of yoga experiences as part of our Mind & Body Class offerings.

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Luxury Car Rental

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In partnership with Enterprise, we are pleased to provide exclusive vehicle rental services on property at Ojai Valley Inn.

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Live Music

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We are pleased to offer live music every week throughout the resort. On Thursday evenings, enjoy live music by Robby Fontana and sip garden-inspired, hand-crafted cocktails in the Wallace Neff Heritage Bar. Enjoy the sounds of local favorite, Kevin James O'Brien every Saturday beneath the illuminated Paul Ferrante lantern installation at the Oak tree. On Sundays, enjoy our famous Bluegrass Brunch at The Oak accompanied by the lively sounds of Chris Murphy and The Silver Mountain String Band.

Bluegrass Brunch

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Join us each Sunday morning at The Oak for Ojai’s best bluegrass while enjoying our famous champagne brunch. Selections include a raw bar, market-inspired salads, breakfast classics, carving station and dessert bar.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve.

Paddleboard

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Stand up paddle boarding is the fastest growing ocean sport. It allows guests to enjoy incredible views of the city, mountains and ocean while enjoying a total body workout.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve your ocean experience.

Kayak

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Experience the wonders of Southern California's most beautiful coastlines. Tours depart daily at the Channel Islands Harbor.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for details.

Island Excursions

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Just off the Ventura coastlines are a chain of islands known as the Channel Islands. These beautiful, unspoiled islands offer unique opportunities to witness species of animal and plant life found nowhere else in the world. A visit to the islands allows a perfect day of hiking, bird watching, swimming, snorkeling and during some seasons, whale watching!

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for details.

Whale Watching

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From January 1st through April 30th whale watching takes place in the pristine water surrounding the Channel Islands National Park, just off the coast of Ventura and Santa Barbara. Gray Whales, Humpback Whales, Blue Whales, Orcas and about 25 other species of whales and dolphins have been identified within the waters of the Channel Islands National Marine sanctuary.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for details.

Rock Climbing

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The Ojai Valley Inn partners with Ojai Rock Climbing which can outfit you on a rock climbing experience along the Topatopa mountain range.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for details.

Fishing

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Lake Casitas is widely recognized as one of the top bass fishing lakes in the country. The Ojai Angler is your guide to a fishing journey that is sure to be memorable.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for details.

Trolley Rides

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The charming town of Ojai offers public transportation reminiscent of a bygone, relaxed era. Guests may take a leisurely trip downtown to shop, explore galleries, eateries and wine tasting rooms. The trolley departs every hour on the 44th minute from the Bell stand from 6:44 am – 8:44 pm. On Saturdays and Sundays the trolley departs every EVEN hour on the 44^th minute.

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Pools

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Explore four luxury pool experiences sure to please all of our resort guests, from our family-friendly Pixie Pool full of excitement and pool games, to our exclusive adult's only Indigo Pool & Bar offering a luxurious environment of pure relaxation. For a relaxing experience, visit our Tranquility Pool & Energy Pool located at Spa Ojai.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 if you would like to reserve a private cabana.

Tennis

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Voted as one of the ‘Top 50 Tennis Resorts’ by Tennis Magazine, Ojai Valley Inn is the ideal Southern California tennis resort for anyone that wants to improve their game or just have fun.

Private, semi-private, and group lessons available. Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 to reserve a lesson.

Art Galleries

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Ojai is a mecca for creative artists with several galleries and private studios.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for a guide to Ojai galleries.

Facilitated Equine Learning

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Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL) is a method of personal growth training that uses horses on the ground (no riding), to help you develop the ability to connect and communicate in the subtle, non-verbal realms. Whether it’s with horses or with people, using EFL, you can learn to better read the energy of others, trust your gut instincts and develop your intuitive abilities. This is a unique bonding experience for couples, families or group of friends.

Please contact Discover Ojai at 805.640.2026 for more information.

Mindful Jewelry Making

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Enter the relaxing, creative flow of metalsmithing in this session led by Alix Camp, a Mindful Craftsperson with Jewelry Making as her specialty. In this class, offered Thursdays at 2 PM at the Artist Cottage, Alix will teach you how to utilize simple tools to make two beautiful pairs of earrings, while guiding you back to the present through working with your hands.

$120 per person, reservations required. Please call the Artist Cottage at 805.640.2049 to book.

Introduction to Floral Design

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Join our resident florist, Sarah McDaniel, Fridays at 10 AM at the Artist Cottage to learn the basics of floral design and arranging. Sarah will share tips and tricks of the trade to assist you in making your own floral arrangement. Not only will you walk away with a beautiful bouquet, but you'll also take home the skills and knowledge to be able to create professional level arrangements to adorn your next dinner party.

$75 per person, reservations required. Please contact the Artist Cottage at 805.640.2049 to book. Hours subject to change, please visit the Event Calendar for current availability.

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