Maggie did a lovely job on KK's bachelorette invitations.
Not only has she planned a wonderful day, it's also a day filled with Nostalgia. The girls have been to the spa countess times. It's usually as a gift from good ol' mom and dad, or to celebrate an event. "The Spa" holds many memories for all the girls.
It's history is very impressive. Please enjoy a few factoids from the spa's web site: www.ojairesort.com
1923
Edward D. Libbey's dream for his beloved Ojai Valley began to take shape as his private country club and golf course were built to harmonize with the unspoiled beauty of this rural paradise.
1925
Mr. Libbey died and never saw his hotel built; however, the architectural plans were safely archived.
1934
Architect Austin Pierpont added 22 guest rooms per the original drawings of architect Wallace Neff. These rooms are now known as the Wallace Neff Historical Rooms.
1942
A different kind of glory distinguished the Ojai Valley Country Club when it was transformed into Camp Oak for a military training center for a battalion of 1,000 Army troops.
1944
The Army turned the base over to the United States Navy for a rest and recuperation facility. When the government finally auctioned off the last of the Quonset huts and barracks, the property was returned to private ownership.
1947
Don Burger, along with some influential investors, purchased the Ojai Valley Country Club. The resort was reopened as Ojai Valley Inn and Country Club. This began the Glamour Era of the Inn, and Hollywood's brightest stars sought the tranquil pleasures of the resort.
1952
Starring Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy, Pat and Mike is filmed at the Inn.
Mid 80s to Mid 90s
Seven Senior PGA Tournaments were held at the Inn.
1985
The Crown family of Chicago purchased the property and completed a $50 million dollar renovation.
1987
Golf course architect Jay Moorish was commissioned to renovate the golf course.
1997
Benchmark Spa Ojai was completed under the direction of architect Bill Mahan. The resort became known as Ojai Valley Inn & Spa.
2000
The 100th anniversary of the famed Ojai Tennis Tournament is celebrated, with some matches being played at the Inn.
2003
A $90 million dollar property-wide renovation was begun.
2006
Early 2006, with the opening of the Artist Cottage and Apothecary, this major renovation was completed. The legendary Ojai resort debuted 305 guest rooms and suites, a new lobby and entrance, new golf shop, new restaurants, and new ballrooms and meeting spaces, while preserving its original charming architecture and unique sense of place.
The resort was first awarded the coveted Five Diamond Award for excellence in the hospitality industry and has achieved this distinguished accolade annually since 2006.
Today
Throughout the years, hosting many celebrities, musicians, dignitaries and politicians, Ojai Valley Inn & Spa retains its sense of place staying true to the people who first built it. Amid an unsurpassed natural landscape with diverse appeal to families, couples, golf getaways, girlfriend getaways and multi-generational guests, the Inn remains one of the finest resorts in North America.
And yes…Ojai, where I grew up in California, is home to this beautiful resort!
Images 3 and 4: www.ojairesort.com
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