A literal piece of Hollywood history has just hit the market as Howard Hughes one-time home is being shopped for $23 million. The Spanish revival is set on the 8th green of the Wilshire Country Club in Hancock Park, spanning more than 10,000 square feet of living space.
Built in 1926 by master architect Roland E. Coate for socialite Eva K. Fudger, and later became the private sanctuary of movie mogul and aviation pioneer Hughes, the property is nestled on a very private lot with stunning golf course views. A captivating cobblestone courtyard with an outdoor fireplace serves as the home’s striking centerpiece.
Among the eight bedrooms and nine-and-a-half baths, the chef’s kitchen boasts polished brass countertops and a 24-foot kitchen island, opening to a voluminous family room adorned with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. The expansive backyard features multiple lounge areas, a custom-built stone pizza oven and an inviting swimming pool.
Other noteworthy features include an intimate screening room, a 2,500-bottle temperature-controlled wine vault, and an attached guest residence with a full kitchen and bath. The home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places; Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument #1123.
David Berg and F. Ron Smith with Compass hold the listing.