Situated behind private gates on nearly 1.8 acres of sculpted nature, this Los Angeles west side mansion is an architectural masterpiece designed in the Florentine style. Renowned architect Richard Landry created a custom vision constructed from the finest materials available and built by master craftsmen. Once featured prominently in Architectural Digest and other design magazines, the 16,700-square-foot main house has seven sumptuous bedrooms. Overall, including the adjoining guest house, the property has eight full and four half baths.
The main residence was designed to ensure family comfort as well as entertaining on a lavish scale. The Italian-inspired home has a two-story family room, formal dining and living rooms, a solarium, a screening room, and a fantastic gourmet kitchen that’s a chef’s dream. The mansion’s main suite features two bathrooms, a fireplace, and sparkling French doors leading onto Juliet balconies. There’s also an inviting veranda outside for taking in Pacific Ocean vistas.
Landry, who also designed mega-homes for pop star Michael Jackson and movie icon Sylvester Stallone, acquired antiques and specialty materials from all over Europe in order to fabricate this Italian villa remake. Stone from Jerusalem, an antique fireplace from Italy, the Juliet balconies, the use of fine plaster throughout, and much more detail went into the making of this unique residence.
Outside, the private drive of the property winds into a large motor court rimmed by mature trees, expansive lawns, and brilliant gardens. Other estate features include a wonderfully sun-drenched pool, a lighted tennis court, a grass meadow with putting green, and the aforementioned guest house. Also on the grounds are private nooks, fountains, picturesque walkways, a secret garden, and a four-car garage.
Ray Leonard and his wife Bernadette Robi were married on the grounds of the estate and raised their children here. Leonard, considered one of the greatest fighters in history, won 36 of his 40 professional fights on the way to gaining world titles in five different weight divisions. Leonard was also an Olympic champion.
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles $46.5 Million
7 bedrooms 16,700 square feet 1.8 acres
Key Features - Celebrity property - World-famous architect - Custom features throughout - Ultra-prestigious neighborhood
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