505 S Rimpau Blvd­Los Angeles, CA 90020 United States

Description:

Sophistication, style & stunning architectural detail are some of the hallmarks of this truly remarkable Hancock Park 1/2 acre estate. Designed by Johnson, Kaufmann & Coate, 3 of the most significant architects of the golden age of Southern California, the distinguished brick-and-stone English Tudor Revival is set back on a tree-lined street, home to notable executives & Hollywood celebrities. Dramatic public spaces have been the site of grand receptions, charity events & chamber recitals. Architectural Digest featured the extensive use of teak paneling, including the spectacular living room, its soaring 24-foot ceiling & choir loft. The family room is reminiscent of an English pub. A gracious formal dining room w/ fireplace adjoins the updated gourmet kitchen & charming breakfast room. A beautifully detailed 2-story staircase ascends to a stately primary wing boasting a richly paneled study (5th bedroom converted to study) w/ a hidden door that opens to the bedroom suite w/ cathedral ceiling. Majestic, landscaped grounds are enhanced by a lagoon-style pool, spa, koi pond, fountain & covered outdoor kitchen. Enchanting garden boasts numerous varieties of flowers. A charming guest quarters w/ bath are located above the 3-car garage & a storybook cottage creates a perfect writer's lair. The provenance of this magnificent estate is unparalleled.