You'll certainly feel one with nature during your visit here. The institute is surrounded by aging oak trees and provides breathtaking views of the mountains. You might arrive a skeptic, but you'll leave here a believer. You'll want to visit the on-premises library, too, where you can check out various titles on psychology, meditation, health and alternative healing practices. Home prices, true to California's comparatively higher cost of living, are rather expensive.
Many properties afford scenic views of the Pacific, surrounding mountains or both.
Much like Ojai itself, anything goes. Or, if you're looking to build your own home, you've got plenty of land parcels from which to choose. Your only limitation is your budget. Coastal Town Brings Dreams to Reality Courtney Ronan is a freelance writer who contributes a weekly column profiling various communities. She also writes a weekly review of real estate related web sites.