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New York Post
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Cary Grant's widow has listed the estate they shared for $77.5M — featuring a complete overhaul
When Barbara Harris first met Cary Grant in the 1970s, the Hollywood legend was already deep into remodeling his Beverly Hills residence. Although the couple married in 1981, Harris — who was then working in public relations in London — had minimal involvement in the home's redesign. 'The design was already in process,' Harris, now 74, told the Wall Street Journal in an interview. 15 Cary Grant's former home lists for $77.5 million after his widow, Barbara, tore down the initial structure and built a modern property in its place. Corbis via Getty Images 15 When Barbara Harris met Cary Grant in the 1970s, the Hollywood icon was already renovating his longtime Beverly Hills home. Anthony Barcelo The two shared the estate until Grant's death in 1986, at which point she inherited the property. More than three decades later, she and her current husband, real-estate investor David Jaynes, have transformed the site entirely, replacing the original circa-1940s structure with a sprawling contemporary residence. 15 Though they married in 1981, Barbara had little say in the design and inherited the property after Grant's death in 1986. Getty Images 15 Decades later, now Barbara Jaynes, she and her second husband, real estate investor David Jaynes, tore down the outdated 1940s house and built a roughly 15,700-square-foot contemporary estate inspired by Aman resorts. Anthony Barcelo The newly built home is now listed for $77.5 million, according to the Journal. Located on roughly 2.9 acres in the heart of Beverly Hills, the six-bedroom estate spans approximately 15,700 square feet and is designed to capture sweeping views from downtown Los Angeles to the Pacific Ocean. Jaynes said the couple prioritized ceiling height and floor-to-ceiling glass to open up the interiors. 'We didn't want anything to clash with the beauty of the view,' Harris said. The couple's design sensibility took cues from their favorite hospitality brand, the ultra-luxury Aman, which portrayed privacy, simplicity and quality. 15 The home features minimalist, high-end finishes and sweeping views from downtown LA to the Pacific. Anthony Barcelo 15 The six-bedroom home features floor-to-ceiling windows. Anthony Barcelo 15 A movie theater. Anthony Barcelo Materials such as rift-sawn white oak, cream-colored stone and soft neutral fabrics were used throughout. The estate includes 12 bathrooms — two in the primary suite alone — as well as a lower-level theater, a first-floor wine room with stainless steel walls and custom oak cabinetry, and expansive terraces that wrap around both levels of the home. A tennis court, a swimming pool and manicured gardens featuring white and cream-colored roses round out the outdoor amenities. The landscape overhaul was extensive. Apart from a handful of old stone pine trees, nearly all of the original foliage was replaced. 15 They planted over 100 trees and 500 shrubs to create a serene, landscaped oasis. Anthony Barcelo 15 A library. Anthony Barcelo 15 One of 12 bathrooms. Anthony Barcelo 'The property was so outdated,' Harris recalled. 'Cary, even when he finished, he said, 'I should have knocked the whole thing down.'' The Jayneses ultimately did just that — starting construction on the new home in 2014 and completing it around 2022. 'It's very serene and peaceful down there,' Harris said of the new garden, which includes more than 100 newly planted trees and 500 shrubs. In a nod to the property's storied past, Harris recalled throwing a surprise party for Grant during the original home's renovation. 15 An expansive walk-in closet. Anthony Barcelo 15 The home boasts a wine room and expansive terraces, all on 2.9 acres with a pool and tennis court. Anthony Barcelo 15 A tennis court. Anthony Barcelo Harris recalled when guests like Frank Sinatra and Gregory Peck crawled through a window to get in the house. 'We were really happy here,' she said. Now approaching her 75th birthday, Harris said the timing felt right to make a move. 'It doesn't mean I won't miss the house, but I'm happy to move to a smaller place,' she said. Aaron Kirman of Christie's International Real Estate Southern California, who holds the listing with colleagues Josh Morrow and Rosh Vinyua, said despite broader market uncertainty, ultra-luxury properties in Los Angeles are still commanding strong interest. 15 Now, with Barbara approaching 75 and ready to downsize, the couple has listed the property for $77.5 million. Anthony Barcelo 15 Despite market challenges, top-tier LA homes are still seeing major deals, according to listing agent Aaron Kirman. Anthony Barcelo 'I think people recognize that they're getting pretty good deals in markets that are challenging,' he told the Journal. Kirman is also co-listing the home with Denise Moreno and Gordon MacGeachy of Hilton Hilton. Grant, who was born in England, purchased the property in 1946 for approximately $46,000, according to Harris, now Barbara Jaynes. Known for his roles in classics like 'His Girl Friday' and several Alfred Hitchcock films, the actor's connection to the home remains a key part of its enduring appeal.
New York Post
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Resort-style LA home where Charlie Chaplin once stored his fire truck collection asks $12.5M
Once a parking spot for Charlie Chaplin's fire trucks — yes, fire trucks — this Santa Monica, California hideaway is ready for its next act. Listed for $12.5 million — the home has been completely transformed from silent film-era storage space to tropical-meets-modernist sanctuary, according to Tucked behind what are described in the listing as 'repurposed 500-year-old monastery gates,' the roughly 0.3-acre estate sits discreetly behind an 'innocuous wall,' concealing an 8,000-square-foot residence that blends organic materials with a serene Balinese design sensibility. 25 A historic Santa Monica property, once owned by silent film legend Charlie Chaplin and later transformed by abstract expressionist painter Sam Francis into a vibrant artist hub, is now on the market for $12.5 million. Anthony Barcelo 25 The home is listing for the first time in a decade. Anthony Barcelo 25 Originally Chaplin's garage for his fire truck collection, the 0.3-acre estate was reimagined by architect Christopher Sorensen after a 2007 fire destroyed much of Francis' studio compound. Anthony Barcelo 25 Completed in 2011, the 8,000-square-foot home blends Balinese aesthetics with organic materials like teak and limestone. Anthony Barcelo 25 Charlie Chaplin. Getty Images The site's first act dates back nearly a century, when Chaplin reportedly used the original structure as a garage to house his collection of antique fire trucks, according to a press release. In the decades that followed, the home took on a second life as a creative refuge for abstract expressionist painter Sam Francis. He converted the property into a studio compound, where he lived and played host to a rotating cast of Los Angeles art world luminaries. 25 The home is guarded by 500-year-old repurposed monastery gates. Anthony Barcelo 25 Another view of the monastery gates. Anthony Barcelo 25 The foyer. Anthony Barcelo 25 A living space flows into the kitchen. Anthony Barcelo 25 A living room that leads to the pool. Anthony Barcelo Regular guests included Ed Ruscha, Ed Moses, Larry Bell and Ken Price. That chapter came to a fiery end in 2007, when a blaze destroyed much of the original residence Francis had crafted. Four years later, a new home — designed by architect Christopher Sorensen — rose from the ashes, with a focus on natural textures and tranquility. 25 An office. Anthony Barcelo 25 The kitchen. Anthony Barcelo 25 The kitchen flows into a breakfast space and the outdoors. Anthony Barcelo 25 A dining room. Anthony Barcelo 25 One of five bedrooms. Anthony Barcelo Sorensen's design incorporates old-world details — like centuries-old teak flooring — while embracing a modern, spa-like aesthetic meant to evoke a 'calming' atmosphere. The five-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom layout includes a flexible floor plan with the option to add more bedrooms. The primary suite features an expansive walk-in closet that doubles as a lounging area, as well as a kitchenette. Bathrooms throughout the home feature hand-carved Indonesian stone tubs and sinks, further contributing to the immersive, organic style. 25 A second bedroom. Anthony Barcelo 25 A sprawling walk-in closet. Anthony Barcelo 25 A third bedrom. Anthony Barcelo 25 The fourth bedroom. Anthony Barcelo 25 A fifth bedroom. Anthony Barcelo Outdoors, a lounge and dining pavilion flanks the swimming pool and can be accessed through bulletproof glass doors off the kitchen. The property also includes a three-car garage, a nod — perhaps unintentional — to its earliest fire-truck roots. Environmentally conscious buyers may appreciate the home's solar setup, which includes battery packs capable of delivering 'several weeks of off-grid power.' The listing marks the property's first public appearance in a decade. Frank Langen and Lili Geller of Compass hold the listing. 25 One of 4.5 bathrooms. Anthony Barcelo 25 A second bathroom. Anthony Barcelo 25 The pool. Anthony Barcelo 25 The spa. Anthony Barcelo 25 The outdoor space. Anthony Barcelo Meanwhile, Francis, a prominent California painter, gained international recognition with his works displayed at prestigious institutions like MoMA, the Pompidou Centre and Tokyo's Idemitsu Museum. His artistic journey began during recovery from a severe WWII injury, where he found solace and purpose in painting while confined in a full-body cast.
New York Post
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Boho-chic LA retreat in tight-knit enclave where rock legends like Neil Young once lived lists for $4.99M
Living like a rock star is all it's cracked up to be in Topanga, California's 'Egg House.' The four-bedroom, five-bathroom listing, reported by Top Ten Real Estate Deals, is part of the tight-knit community that Neil Young, Jim Morrison, Joni Mitchell, several members of The Eagles and Linda Ronstadt have all called home. Jennifer Tucker of Compass holds the $4.99 million listing. The 3,350-square-foot home did not earn its reputation from any former famous occupants, however. The 'Egg House' moniker came from the unconventional, new age inspirations behind its construction. 8 The Topanga home enjoys mountain vistas. Jam Press/Dan Shetron 8 Stone floors and hand-plastered walls add to the home's artisanal aesthetic. Jam Press/Anthony Barcelo 8 The artists behind the custom-built home were inspired by ideas of new life. Jam Press/Dan Shetron The home's builders, two artists, were inspired by the concept of an embryo. Chad Hagerman and Allison Ochmanek of Rascal Makers built the residence as a symbol of 'the origin of life, potential and transformation,' according to the outlet. The retreat, perched above a canyon, boasts an open-concept layout that exudes warmth, with hand-plastered walls, artisan stone, walnut millwork and antique oak flooring. The serene interiors include a chef's kitchen with walnut cabinetry and stone countertops, as well as a large family room with access to an outdoor deck. 8 Homes in Topanga have long attracted artists and nature-lovers. Jam Press/Anthony Barcelo 8 The steel and walnut staircase leads to four upstairs bedrooms. Jam Press/Anthony Barcelo 8 The serene primary bedroom features antique oak flooring. Jam Press/Anthony Barcelo 8 The home's stonework extends into its bathrooms. Jam Press/Anthony Barcelo Plaster walls and large, circular windows add to the organic feel of the home, while cement floors and steel accents give it an industrial, brutalist edge. A steel and walnut staircase connects to the second floor with a spa-like primary suite and three ensuite bedrooms. A subterranean floor includes a two-car garage. The 1.25-acre property enjoys unobstructed views of the surrounding vistas, with an orchard of fruit trees and native plant gardens cultivated with California and Australian ecosystems in mind. There are also two additional guest houses perfect for an artist's studio or fitness space. 8 Joni Mitchell, a frequent Topanga resident, plays guitar at her Los Angeles home in 1970. Getty Images The area around the property has a long legacy among artists and creatives. The community, nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains, served as a popular hippy oasis amid the back-to-nature movement of the 1960s and 70s. Artists like Neil Young and Joni Mitchell called Topanga home in that era, and Marvin Gaye once described it as 'a place where I can create my masterpiece.' The home is just a short drive to the former site of the Topanga Corral, a famous rock 'n' roll roadhouse venue — since burned down — that inspired The Doors' hit song 'Roadhouse Blues,' hosted a Canned Heat live album and saw performances by Etta James and Linda Ronstadt.
