Fillmore is a charming, walkable small town in Ventura County tucked against the Los Padres foothills, with a quaint historic downtown, easy outdoor access (hiking and Sespe Creek), a lively local food/antique scene and the film-famous Fillmore & Western Railway—a peaceful, characterful home base that’s still interesting for multi‑week stays.
For weekend variety you’re close to bigger hubs: Ventura’s beaches, dining and a larger healthcare market are about 30 miles away, and Santa Barbara’s cultural attractions and airport are within roughly 45 miles, so you get small‑town calm plus easy escapes.