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    Former MLB All-Star Yoenis Céspedes Is Selling His 380-Acre Florida Ranch for $30 Million

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    Whether you’re taking part in MLB’s spring training or you just want to be close to the action, a recently listed ranch property on Florida‘s east coast is a true home run.

    The Port St. Lucie manse, about 60 miles north of Palm Beach and 120 miles south of Orlando, was custom-built back in 2018 by baseball player Yoenis Céspedes, an MLB All-Star and a two-time Home Run Derby champ. Known to his fans as “La Potencia,” or “The Power,” Céspedes named the 378-acre estate after himself—La Potencia II. While he enjoyed the rural spread for almost a decade, Céspedes is now bringing it to market for $30 million, with Julian Johnston and Lina Agosto at the Corcoran Group holding the listing.

    An at-home batting cage is a must for any former or aspiring MLB All-Star.

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    The massive acreage functions as both an equestrian and hunting compound. Among the grounds, you’ll find a 12-stall horse stable with training yards. Wild boar and other game animals are known to frequent the land, and there’s a full game processing facility on site. And while Céspedes may have enjoyed some of these pastimes after his professional playing career, he didn’t give up baseball completely: the home is equipped with a state-of-the-art batting cage for practicing your swing.

    The centerpiece of the property is the 15,785-square-foot main residence, which includes six bedrooms and four full baths. The ranch aesthetic is prevalent inside, with soaring ceilings and a massive stone fireplace anchoring the living room. More modern touches are found in the spacious chef’s kitchen and with an onyx bar.

    The 12-stable barn sits amid training yards and fenced pastures.

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    Outside, there’s a large resort-style pool, which is both heated and covered. The screened-in patio has plenty of space for laid-back hangs and meals, with a full summer kitchen for easy prep. And while there are classic add-ons like a gym and a game/club room, Céspedes added one more special touch suited to his lifestyle—a private barber shop.

    When it comes to real estate, the former Mets star is in good company, with many former MLBers opting to spend their retirements in sunny locales. For example, Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux spun his home in San Diego on the market for a cool $4 million, and Red Sox legend David Ortiz is parting ways with his custom-built Miami mansion for $11.5 million.

    Click here to see all the photos of the sprawling Port Lucie ranch.

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    Tori Latham

    Tori Latham is a digital staff writer at Robb Report. She was previously a copy editor at The Atlantic, and has written for publications including The Cut and The Hollywood Reporter. When not…

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      Reality TV Titan Mark Burnett Is Asking $350,000 Per Month for His Blufftop Estate in Malibu

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      Mark Burnett, the prolific producer behind the hit reality TV shows Survivor, The Voice, Shark Tank, and The Apprentice, has hoisted his beachfront home in Malibu up for rent at a hefty $350,000 per month. The listing, which also requires a $350,000 security deposit, is held by Chris Cortazzo of Compass.

      The 13-time Emmy winner and former chairman of MGM’s Worldwide TV Group purchased the Hamptons-style spread on the rugged bluffs above Paradise Cove from the late talent manager Sandy Gallin in 2005 for $25 million. Two years later, he married Touched by an Angel actress Roma Downey at the property in a ceremony officiated by her co-star and ordained minister Della Reese.

      The cozy fireside family room has a handsome wood wet bar.

      Mike Helfrich

      RELATED: David Duchovny’s Malibu Home and Train Caboose Guest Cottage Sell for $11 Million

      Built in 2004, the two-story home sits directly oceanside and provides sweeping coastline views from a gated parcel spanning just over three acres. Ideal for a large family or someone who enjoys hosting lots of overnight guests, seven bedrooms and 10 baths are filtered across a little more than 7,300 square feet of fully furnished living space boasting wide-planked hardwood floors, high whitewashed beamed and coffered ceilings, skylights, built-in cabinetry, and six fireplaces.

      Among the highlights is a double-height foyer that opens to an elegant living room sporting a wood-burning fireplace and French doors spilling out to a covered terrace stretching the entire length of the house. Adjacent is a family room with a wet bar and a formal dining room that seats 10, while the country-style kitchen is outfitted with Carrera marble countertops, dual islands, and top-tier Miele, Viking, and Wolf appliances, plus a walk-in pantry and breakfast nook.

      A wraparound library mezzanine overlooks the foyer.

      Mike Helfrich

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      Elsewhere is a recreation room, an office with a built-in desk, and a tiered screening room, along with an upper level holding a wraparound library mezzanine, a bookshelf-lined living area, and a posh primary suite flaunting a private balcony, a fireside sitting area, a TV suspended over the bed, and a luxe bath equipped with dual vanities, a wood-sided soaking tub, and a large marble shower.

      The undeniable star of the show, though, is the picturesque grounds hosting a pool with a pergola-shaded spillover spa, an outdoor kitchen with a barbecue and pizza oven, fire pits, and steps that meander their way to the beach below. Rounding it all out is a spacious gravel motor court with parking for up to 10 vehicles, as well as optional on-site security and staff services.

      Click here for more photos of the Paradise Cove residence.

      Mike Helfrich

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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      The Coppola Family Has Owned This Hollywood Home for Decades—It Can Be Yours for $2.3 Million

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      A recently listed home in the Hollywood Hills has strong ties to entertainment industry royalty.

      The Spanish Revival residence is the childhood home of director Gia Coppola, now 38, who lived there for almost two decades with her mother, Jacqui Getty. Getty, who’s now selling the historic abode, bought it from her father-in-law, Francis Ford Coppola, back in 2013. While the Godfather director never lived in the house himself, he and his wife, Eleanor, owned it for about 20 years, after purchasing it around 1994. Their children Roman and Sofia similarly bought homes in the area so that the whole family could be near one another.

      The kitchen is Jacqui Getty’s favorite part of the home.

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      The three-bedroom, four-bath property has hosted the who’s who of Hollywood over the years. Getty would regularly throw parties, with guests ranging from the Smashing Pumpkins to Leonardo DiCaprio to Demi Moore and the Olsen twins. “There was always something happening at our house,” Getty said in a statement. “So many people have passed through here, each with unforgettable memories. Everyone who walked through these doors always felt at home.” Kristal Moffett at Compass holds the $2.3 million listing.

      The home, originally built in 1922, retains many original details, including the red roof tile, period wood detailing, wrought-iron balconettes, and arched French doors and windows. Getty’s favorite room is the kitchen, which has a cozy farmhouse feel with a breakfast nook in the corner that looks out on the lush landscaping, courtesy of Studio Art Luna. The primary suite opens up to a private balcony, and the additional two bedrooms have en suite baths as well.

      The backyard includes a plunge pool enveloped in tropical greenery.

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      Outside, the detached garage has been converted into a guest suite complete with a kitchenette. The flexible space can also be used as a home office or an art studio, where you can keep the property’s creative legacy going. The backyard includes a small pool and several seating areas for outdoor hangs or alfresco dining. One section is currently set up like a living room, with a comfy couch and a fireplace.

      Getty is moving on from the Hollywood Hills home to make her way back east—she grew up in New York and wants to return, with the hopes of having a little farm. And while the Coppola family will always have strong ties to Los Angeles, they have historically snapped up property outside the City of Angels, too. A few years back, for example, Francis Ford Coppola’s private island in Belize popped up for sale with a relatively low price tag of just $2.2 million.

      Click here to see all the photos of the Hollywood Hills home.

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      Tori Latham

      Tori Latham is a digital staff writer at Robb Report. She was previously a copy editor at The Atlantic, and has written for publications including The Cut and The Hollywood Reporter. When not…

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      David Duchovny’s Malibu Home and Train Caboose Guest Cottage Sell for $11 Million

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      Less than two months after it first hit the market for $12.5 million, David Duchovny’s longtime home in the coveted Point Dume enclave of Malibu has sold to an unidentified buyer for just under $11 million. And though that’s considerably less than he originally wanted, it’s still around $6.2 million more than the veteran film and TV actor paid Hollywood writer/producer Chris Carter for the landlocked 1950s spread nine years ago, back in spring 2016.

      Since then, the X-Files and Californication star has extensively renovated and expanded the premises. Most notably, he kitted out an existing train caboose where he went on to pen his 2021 novel Truly Like Lightning and record episodes of his Fail Better podcast.

      The living area has an entertainment center and bookshelves encased within a wood surround.

      Cristian Cruzio

      RELATED: Kanye West’s Former Malibu Home Sells for More Than $30 Million After Less Than a Week

      Resting amid a gated parcel spanning a little more than an acre, the modern wood-sided abode offers three bedrooms and five baths in roughly 3,580 square feet of single-level living space boasting polished cement floors, high ceilings dotted with clerestory windows and skylights, and smart-home systems. Large pivoting glass doors open seamlessly to the outdoors.

      Among the highlights is a spacious great room with living and dining areas, as well as a kitchen sporting custom cabinetry, stone countertops, and top-notch Miele and Fisher & Paykel appliances. The primary suite flaunts a luxe bath with a clawfoot soaking tub and a steam shower, while an office overlooks picturesque grounds hosting a lap pool and a sunken fire pit.

      Rounding it all out is a detached building that currently serves as a gym, along with the caboose-turned-guesthouse that has its own living and sleeping areas, a kitchen, a built-in dining nook, a bath, and a rooftop deck. The property also transfers with a deeded access key to a secluded beach.

      A vintage train caboose at the far end of the estate has been converted into a guest retreat.

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      RELATED: Inside the Aviator, a $7.5 Million Flight-Inspired Home on a Rugged Mountaintop High Above Malibu

      Per Chris Cortazzo of Compass, who handled both sides of the deal, things are picking up as of late in wildfire-ravaged Malibu. “PCH reopened in May, and it’s like a light bulb went off,” he said. “Our entire city center—from Nobu West and beyond—remains intact, and we’re booming right now. We’re seeing strong demand from displaced residents looking for homes. I believe insurance payouts are starting to come through, and rather than waiting to rebuild, many people are turning to Malibu, drawn by the lifestyle we offer.”

      The 64-year-old New York native and two-time Golden Globe-winning actor previously told The Wall Street Journal he decided to sell because his children are grown. Duchovny, who recently launched his Secrets Declassified docuseries on the History Channel, reportedly still owns an apartment in New York and a house in Costa Rica.

      Click here for more photos of the Malibu residence.

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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      One of Ballet’s Greatest Dancers Is Selling His N.Y.C. Townhouse for $2.8 Million

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      Tucked away on a quiet street in Hamilton Heights, this early 1900s townhouse has long been home to a legendary pairing that effortlessly blends athleticism with artistry. Edward Villella, the trailblazing American ballet dancer who reshaped the role of men in ballet, shares the space with his wife, Linda Carbonetto Villella, a former Canadian figure skating champion. Now listed for $2.75 million with the Blumstein Team at Corcoran, this historic home is as compelling as the lives it sheltered. 

      Villella’s impressive dance career includes roles as a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, a muse to George Balanchine, and the star of iconic works like Prodigal Son and Rubies. He performed at JFK’s inauguration, earned the National Medal of Arts and Kennedy Center Honors, and later founded the Miami City Ballet, turning it into a powerhouse company. Meanwhile, Carbonetto made her mark on ice, winning the Canadian national figure skating championship in 1969 and competing in the 1968 Winter Olympics before transitioning to professional skating and later nurturing ballet talent at the Miami City Ballet School.  

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      The beautifully preserved townhouse blends early 20th-century charm with period details across five floors.

      Real Estate Production Network; The Blumstein Team at Corcoran

      The townhouse, originally designed as a two-family home but now a singular residence, spans roughly 3,800 square feet across five floors. Walking inside, you’re met with period details that anchor the home in its early 20th-century roots: antique doors, wrought iron railings, hardwood floors, and lofty ceilings create a warm, timeless atmosphere. It’s got three bedrooms and three full baths, with two wood-burning fireplaces for cozy evenings in.

      RELATED: ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Co-Host Julianne Hough Is Seeking $8 Million for Her L.A. Home

      The dining room features inlaid parquet and a wood-burning fireplace.

      Real Estate Production Network; The Blumstein Team at Corcoran

      The primary suite is a standout: a bay window bathes the room in natural light, while a dressing area and walk-in closet provide ample space. The bathroom leans into luxury with a spa-like vibe, complete with a steam shower and a jacuzzi tub wrapped in marble and copper finishes—a perfect place to unwind after a long day, whether rehearsing a pas de deux or trying on clothes at Bergdorf’s.

      The kitchen is bright and inviting, with a balcony that opens to the backyard and plenty of space for casual meals or entertaining. A finished basement adds even more versatility, featuring a wet bar, wine cellar, and direct access to the deep private garden—a rare gem in the city. Modern conveniences like central air conditioning, gas heating, and laundry hookups on multiple floors keep day-to-day life comfortable and effortless. 

      Click here to see more photos of the Hamilton Heights townhouse. 

      Real Estate Production Network; The Blumstein Team at Corcoran

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      Abby Montanez

      Abigail Montanez is a staff writer at Robb Report. She has worked in both print and digital publishing for over half a decade, covering everything from real estate, entertainment, dining, travel to…

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      NASCAR Legend Martin Truex Jr. Just Listed His North Carolina Estate for $7.5 Million

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      Start your engines and whip out your checkbooks! A North Carolina property owned by NASCAR veteran Martin Truex Jr. has officially rumbled onto the market. Nestled on the outskirts of Charlotte in Mooresville—known as “Race City USA” for its large concentration of racing teams and drivers—the sprawling waterfront spread is listed for $7.5 million with Liza Caminiti of Ivester Jackson Christie’s International Real Estate.

      The recently retired NASCAR driver bought the property in April 2006 for nearly $1.5 million and subsequently custom-built a European-style manor that was completed in 2010. Sited in the Northwood neighborhood amid a gated parcel spanning nearly five acres on the shore of Lake Norman, the stucco and stone structure has a combined total of five bedrooms and nine baths in roughly 14,300 square feet.

      A vaulted living room overlooking the lake is centered on a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace.

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      In addition to a main home featuring a little more than 8,700 square feet on three levels, a carriage house sports a guest apartment up top and a climate-controlled four-car garage with a workshop down below. Primed for auto enthusiasts, the four-car garage could potentially hold eight vehicles with added lifts, while another garage offers up two more spaces.

      A turreted entryway opens to reveal a vaulted living room anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and large expanses of glass offering picturesque lake views. Other main-level highlights include a gourmet kitchen with a fireside family room on one side and a breakfast nook on the other, as well as a posh primary suite hosting a balcony, a coffee bar, a two-story closet, and a spa-inspired bath with a built-in spa tub and huge walk-in steam shower.

      Three additional en suite bedrooms and an office with a ladder-accessible loft can be found upstairs, while the lower level is decked out with a full bar, a game lounge, a mirrored gym, and a crimson-hued movie theater that has a star-lit ceiling and an accompanying snack bar.

      A grotto-style infinity pool in the backyard comes complete with a spillover spa and waterfalls.

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      RELATED: NFL Star Christian McCaffrey Tosses Swank North Carolina Mansion on the Market for $12.5 Million

      Outdoors, the woodsy grounds are spotlighted by a grotto-style infinity pool with a spa and waterfalls, a covered patio with a grilling station, a fire pit, and a garden-laced pathway leading down to a private dock with a boat lift. An added bonus: The buyer has an opportunity to purchase an adjacent 4.6-acre plot of land that’s also owned by Truex.

      A professional NASCAR driver for more than two decades, the soon-to-be 45-year-old Truex retired from full-time competition after the 2024 season as the 2017 Cup Series champ and a two-time Xfinity Series winner. The future NASCAR Hall of Famer, who is selling because he’s already moved out of state, hails from a racing family that includes his father, Martin Truex Sr., a former NASCAR Busch North Series racer who died earlier this year at age 66. His younger brother, Ryan Truex, is a three-time Xfinity Series winner.

      Click here for more photos of the Lake Norman residence.

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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      Sting’s Former Home in London’s Leafy Hampstead Just Hit the Market for $16.4 Million

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      There’s something undeniably poetic about a house that has inspired artists across generations. Frognal, a Georgian-era home hidden behind a walled garden in Hampstead, isn’t just a beautifully preserved piece of London architecture—it’s a quiet cornerstone of creative history.

      Most famously, it was the early-1980s home of Sting (born Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner), purchased at the peak of the Police’s fame. But long before the rock star moved in, it belonged to one of ballet’s greatest pioneers: Tamara Karsavina, a founding star of the Ballets Russes and a defining figure in British dance. Now, for the first time in over 35 years, Frognal is on the market for £11.95 million ($16.4 million) with Savills.

      Sting bought the house with his then-wife, actress Frances Tomelty, nearly 50 years ago, when his band was topping global charts with tracks like ‘Every Breath You Take’ and ‘Message in a Bottle.’ While many rock stars of the era went big—mansions, flash, spectacle—Sting went in the opposite direction. Frognal is private and grounded, and he filled it with shag carpets, moody lighting, and his own sense of bohemian style.

      RELATED: Bill Koch’s Storied Cape Cod Compound Once Hosted JFK. Now It Can Be Yours for $24 Million.

      Classic interior details include arched windows, original fireplaces, and working shutters throughout.

      Darryl Snow Photography; Savills

      The garden, in particular, left a mark on the 17-time Grammy winner. Sting later said that the idea for his first solo album,The Dream of the Blue Turtles, came to him in a dream about this very garden, a charming, quiet patch of greenery that unlocked a new creative chapter.

      Architecturally, the house is a beauty. Believed to date back to the early 1700s, it started life as a pub—the Three Pigeons, later the Duke of Cumberland—before being converted into three separate dwellings. Eventually, the Georgian structure was unified into a single, ivy-covered home. Inside, there’s over 4,300 square feet of living space, full of classic details: arched windows, original fireplaces, working shutters, and an elegant two-story gabled porch. The layout includes a formal drawing room, a dining room, a kitchen with an adjoining conservatory, and even a separate coach house with a kitchen and reception room—ideal for guests, staff, or perhaps a studio space.

      RELATED: Legendary Singing Cowboy Roy Rogers’s Former L.A. Home Can Be Yours for $7.2 Million

      Sting said the idea for The Dream of the Blue Turtles came to him in a dream about this garden.

      Darryl Snow Photography; Savills

      The principal bedroom suite comes with its own dressing room, bathroom, and study—separated just enough to imagine lyrics or verses being scribbled in quiet moments. Upstairs are four more bedrooms and three additional baths, while below, a basement area houses lots of storage and the mechanicals. The unexpected showstopper of this vintage beauty, however, is the roof terrace, a wide-open space with panoramic views across the London skyline.

      Click here to see more photos of Sting’s former Hampstead home.

      Darryl Snow Photography; Savills

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      Abby Montanez

      Abigail Montanez is a staff writer at Robb Report. She has worked in both print and digital publishing for over half a decade, covering everything from real estate, entertainment, dining, travel to…

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      ‘Shake It Up’ Star Bella Thorne’s Snazzy SoCal Estate Just Hit the Market for $4 Million

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      Through the years, Bella Thorne has amassed an extensive acting resume. After her breakout role as dancer CeCe Jones in the Disney Channel series Shake It Up alongside Zendaya, she went on to snag TV and movie parts in Blended, The Duff, Amityville: The Awakening, The Babysitter franchise, Famous in Love, and Girl, just to name a few. Along the way, she released the hit single Watch Me. The popular social media influencer also branched out to writing and producing, not to mention fashion and jewelry design.

      Now the 27-year-old Florida native is shifting gears on the real estate front, hoisting her hideaway in the rural Los Angeles area of Topanga Canyon in the foothills above Malibu on the market for nearly $4 million. That’s around $700,000 more than she paid for the place in April 2019, though she did add plenty of personal touches to the Mediterranean-style digs during her tenure. Jason Oppenheim and Erin Montgomery of The Oppenheim Group hold the listing.

      The foyer’s bifurcated staircase is adorned with a massive floral installation created by Kristen Alpaugh.

      The Oppenheim Group

      RELATED: Renée Zellweger’s Former SoCal Home Hits the Market for $8 Million

      Tucked away down a private, gated lane on a 10-acre hillside parcel offering up picturesque mountain, city lights, and ocean vistas, the stucco and terracotta-roof structure was built in 2014. A total of five en suite bedrooms and six baths are spread across roughly 6,600 square feet on two levels with arched windows and a mix of hardwood and stone floors throughout. There’s also a detached 945-square-foot guesthouse with its own bedroom, bath, living area, and two-car garage.

      Among the highlights is a grand double-height entry foyer, which features a bifurcated staircase adorned with a striking faux floral installation that was created by noted botanical artist Kristen Alpaugh in collaboration with Thorne; it is included in the sale. From there, the family room has a marble fireplace enhanced with glass shards, dangling cloud light fixtures, and a black-and-white wall mural depicting legendary Hollywood figures from Marilyn Monroe to Robin Williams.

      The lavender-hued dining room has stone floors, arched windows, and tree-themed French doors.

      The Oppenheim Group

      RELATED: Hallmark Star Heather Hemmens Lists Her SoCal Treehouse for $2.3 Million

      A lavender-hued formal dining room sporting French doors with a decorative iron tree motif connects to a kitchen outfitted with a Madre Perla quartzite island, Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and dual dishwashers, while a fireside primary suite has cherubs painted on the ceiling, a balcony, a walk-in closet, and a chandelier-topped bath equipped with a huge soaking tub. And, according to People magazine, the place also has an ivy-laced bar nook and a two-story living area that’s been transformed into a “hangout room” with a hot-pink pool table.

      Once outside, the sprawling grounds are spotlighted by a pergola-shaded patio that’s ideal for alfresco lounging with a built-in barbecue station, plus a grassy lawn hosting a PebbleSheen pool with waterfalls and a mosaic-tiled spillover spa, as well as a fire pit surrounded by banquette seating.

      Click here for more photos of the Topanga Canyon residence.

      The Oppenheim Group

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      Wendy Bowman

      Wendy Bowman is a real estate writer at Robb Report. Before that, she was a freelancer for Modern Luxury and several other media outlets, where she primarily covered luxury properties for…

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      Inside Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt’s $500 Million-Plus Property Portfolio

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      Among Silicon Valley’s elite, Eric Schmidt stands out not only as a visionary tech leader but also as a prolific real estate collector, acquiring multiple high-profile properties—even several within the same month. While not all holdings are publicly listed, his portfolio is estimated to be worth half a billion dollars or more. Schmidt previously served […] More