Berylwood, Historic estate in Port Hueneme, United States.
Berylwood is an estate in the historic district of Port Hueneme featuring a two-story early twentieth-century mansion designed by architect Myron Hunt, along with several outbuildings and structures on the grounds. The property is now part of Naval Base Ventura County and functions as a conference center.
Berylwood was the estate of Thomas R. Bard, a landowner, entrepreneur and politician influential in the formation of Ventura County. The Navy leased the 62-acre property during World War II and acquired it in 1951. The estate was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977, with six contributing buildings, two other contributing structures and two contributing sites.
Berylwood is named after Thomas R. Bard, the landowner, entrepreneur and politician who pushed for the creation of Ventura County. The estate is also known as the Thomas R. Bard Estate, and its mansion, designed by Myron Hunt, now serves as a conference center within Naval Base Ventura County.
Access to the property is restricted since it is located within a naval base and primarily available for official events. Visitors should inquire in advance and obtain necessary clearance before visiting the grounds.
Berylwood was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977, and the listing covers six contributing buildings, two other contributing structures and two contributing sites, not just the mansion. The Bard Mansion itself was designed by Myron Hunt for the family's 62-acre estate.
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