The Legendary Beverly House

  • Rates On Request
Beverly Hills, California, United States
For Rent Luxury Vacation Rental Iconic
The Legendary Beverly House
Beverly Hills, California, United States
  • Rates On Request

Overview

  • Villa, Single Family
  • Property Type
  • 21
  • Bedrooms
  • 27
  • Bathrooms
  • Yes
  • Garage
  • 153708
  • Lot Sq Ft
  • 69965
  • Sq Ft
  • 1925
  • Year Built
  • FINEST-15383
  • Property ID

Description

The legendary Beverly House in Beverly Hills, California

The Beverly House, an iconic luxury property in Beverly Hills, California, USA | Featured by Finest Residences

Beverly House, a legendary luxury real estate, is sited on approximately 6 flat acres atop a private knoll 3 blocks from Sunset Boulevard in Beverly Hills, California. With original landscaping by Paul Thiene, entrance gates adjacent a two-story gate house open to a long private driveway ascending one of the city’s longest private drives to a courtyard fountain.

Architect Gordon Kaufmann was commissioned by one of Los Angeles most important families to create his legendary masterpiece. Built of terra-cotta stucco, the H-shaped residence exhibits a perfect combination of Spanish and Italian style, with intricately carved ceilings and paneled walls, French doors, balconies, arched ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, which overlook the famous cascading waterfalls to the pool and the Venetian columns beyond the pool house.

A rich history

The Beverly House was built by banking executive Milton Getz. Marion Davies bought the property in 1946 for William Randolph Hearst, historical figure and most powerful publishing magnate of the 20th century, who moved there from San Simeon and lived at Beverly House where he spent the remainder of his life.

Detailed description

The main level includes a 50 foot entry hall with loggia, a living room with 22 foot high arched and detailed ceilings, and the famed library with hand carved woodwork and staircase leading to second story wrap-around balcony and bookshelves. The billiard room contains herringbone parquet floors and a massive carved stone fireplace mantle from San Simeon. There is also a formal dining room, breakfast room, and family room with outdoor terrace accommodating up to 400 for sit-down dining. A garden level contains an art-deco night-club, wine cellar, and one of two projection rooms in the residence. Another level contains spa facilities with a gym and massage room. The second story contains double masters, guest suites and staff accommodations.

Additional features of Beverly House include a commercial kitchen, owner’s and staff offices, outside staff accommodations, lighted tennis court with indoor bar and media center, guest house above eight car garage, separate security cottage, separate two bedroom apartment and two story gate lodge with kitchenette and four bedrooms.

In addition to hosting John and Jacqueline Kennedy during their honeymoon, Beverly House also played a character in the classic movies ”The Godfather” and ”The Bodyguard”.

The Beverly House, luxury property in Beverly Hills, California, United States | Selected by Finest Residences

  • Address 1011 N Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills
  • City Beverly Hills
  • State/county California
  • Zip/Postal Code 90210
  • Country United States

Details

Updated on March 19, 2024 at 4:17 am
  • Property ID: FINEST-15383
  • Price: Rates On Request
  • Property Size: 69965 Sq Ft
  • Land Area: 153708 Sq Ft
  • Bedrooms: 21
  • Bathrooms: 27
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Size: 8 cars
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Property Type: Villa, Single Family
  • Property Status: For Rent, Luxury Vacation Rental

Additional details

  • Land: 14,278 Sq M
  • Gated Entry: Yes
  • Garden: Exceptional Gardens
  • Courtyard: Yes
  • Swimming Pool: Outdoor
  • Balcony: Yes
  • Air: Air Conditioning
  • Marble Fireplace: Yes
  • Outdoor Shower: Yes
  • Billiard Room: Yes
  • Wine Cellar: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Kitchen: Fully equipped
  • Library: Yes
  • Loggia: Yes
  • Private nightclub: Yes
  • Security system: Yes
  • Internet: High speed

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