The House That Had to Be Split in Two (For Your Own Good!)

The House That Had to Be Split in Two (For Your Own Good!)

Okay, so picture this: a seriously epic estate in Holmby Hills. It’s so massive, they basically had to build two houses to make it work. And when I say "massive," I mean "bring your entourage" massive. This place is less a home and more a private resort with more rooms than you'll know what to do with. Seriously, it's been on the market for ages, which, for a place this insane, is actually kind of wild. Maybe they were waiting for someone who truly *gets* the whole "old Hollywood glamour meets modern life" vibe?

Specifications

    • Sq. Ft: 21,000
    • Price: $59,500,000
    • Price Cut: $5.5M (7/23)
    • Bedrooms: 10
    • Bathrooms: 19
    • Stories: 1 (Main House), 3 (Guest House)
    • Lot Size: 1.88 Acres
    • Built in: 1960
    • HOA: None
    • Parking Spaces: 10

Here's the pool — glassy water, razor-edge lawn. Kinda resort vibes.

Here's the pool — glassy water, razor-edge lawn. Kinda resort vibes.

From this angle, flat-roof estate tucked in greenery. Low, wide, intentional.

From this angle, flat-roof estate tucked in greenery. Low, wide, intentional.

And then at dusk from the patio—glass everywhere, stone and warm wood glowing.

And then at dusk from the patio—glass everywhere, stone and warm wood glowing.

Here's the theater. red tufted walls, moody ceiling. Feels vintage luxe.

Here's the theater. red tufted walls, moody ceiling. Feels vintage luxe.

Gym goals—floor-to-ceiling windows, trees for cardio buddies.

Gym goals—floor-to-ceiling windows, trees for cardio buddies.

Not sure about the deep-blue rug, but it anchors everything nicely.

Not sure about the deep-blue rug, but it anchors everything nicely.

Another facade. smooth stucco, huge panes. I mean, privacy who?

Another facade. smooth stucco, huge panes. I mean, privacy who?

Okay, this playroom is chaos in pink and aqua. Kids would lose it.

Okay, this playroom is chaos in pink and aqua. Kids would lose it.

Bedroom goes full grayscale—calm, layered textures. Looks nap-ready.

Bedroom goes full grayscale—calm, layered textures. Looks nap-ready.

Here’s the bathroom—mahogany everything, soft-glow pendants. Anyone know why the wood choice?

Here’s the bathroom—mahogany everything, soft-glow pendants. Anyone know why the wood choice?

Switch to bright marble—herringbone floors, crisp fixtures. Spa energy.

Switch to bright marble—herringbone floors, crisp fixtures. Spa energy.

Here’s another bedroom. dark floors, tall headboard, soft lighting. Cozy-modern mix.

Here’s another bedroom. dark floors, tall headboard, soft lighting. Cozy-modern mix.

From the baseline, private tennis court framed by palms. Shade breaks between sets, anyone?

From the baseline, private tennis court framed by palms. Shade breaks between sets, anyone?

Back outside. big concrete statement house. Brutal-ish, but softened by lawn.

Back outside. big concrete statement house. Brutal-ish, but softened by lawn.

Garden flex—wide lawn, palms, clean edges. Simple, expensive, effective.

Garden flex—wide lawn, palms, clean edges. Simple, expensive, effective.

Here’s the viney pergola terrace. Morning coffee spot secured.

Here’s the viney pergola terrace. Morning coffee spot secured.

And then a lounge with a bar—black stools, glossy wood, low lighting.

And then a lounge with a bar—black stools, glossy wood, low lighting.

Entrance goes full wrought iron drama. Do the gates need their own key?

Entrance goes full wrought iron drama. Do the gates need their own key?

Final exterior. taupe concrete, tall columns. I mean, cool, maybe too much?

Final exterior. taupe concrete, tall columns. I mean, cool, maybe too much?

Details

This place is a serious statement piece in Holmby Hills. It's so grand, it’s actually two separate properties on nearly two acres, offering ultimate privacy and a touch of old Hollywood magic. The main house is a single story, a massive 11,000 square feet with ceilings that soar 14 feet high, all thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows that look out onto gorgeous gardens, water features, and a huge pool. Inside, you've got five bedroom suites, a killer kitchen and dining area, a wine room, a cool Hollywood art deco bar, a fancy lounge for hosting, a vintage-style cinema, a study, and even a playroom. But wait, there's more! The guest house is a three-story beast, another 10,000 square feet of pure luxury with five more bedrooms, seven baths, its own kitchen and living space, a gym, and a spa. The coolest part? The lower level of the guest house can totally function as its own apartment. The whole setup is designed to feel super grand and private, almost like a secluded oasis with all the trees and landscaping. It’s been a bit of a slow burn on the market, but for a place this unique, it’s still a major opportunity.

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