Rugged good looks, a stately statuesque, down-to-earth charm—we’re talking about actor Mel Gibson’s Malibu mansion.
The Braveheart actor and filmmaker is perhaps known as much for his work on the director’s chair as his star-studded property portfolio filled with earthy and rustic homes, which amount to the majority of his staggering US$425 million net worth. This stunning 6,578sqft oceanfront property, which he purchased over a decade ago before personally sprucing it up with unique accents that highlight its old-world characteristics, is no exception.
Nestled in the canyons on 5.5 secluded acres at the tip of a long-gated drive, this 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom property that just went on the market for US$14.5 million instantly gives the impression of an otherworldly, luxury woodland cabin of sorts.
Towering eucalyptus and native blooms envelop the entrance which opens up to a two-story great room constructed with high vaulted-beamed ceilings, dark wood flooring and stone-topped archways, complemented by many striking chandeliers and rustic fireplace.
Curated memorabilia, carpeting, art pieces and sculptures add to its old-world charm that is reminiscent of another era, as do the overall neutral-hued furnishings that lend a sophisticated balance.
Its bucolic allure extends into the rest of the home that was originally built in 1996, which includes a warmly furnished dining room, a French-style country kitchen with bespoke cabinetry, marble countertops, a den, a gym and a family room.
A beam-lined, open-plan staircase leads up to the second floor which features the impressive master suite nestled within its own private wing, complete with dual walk-in closets, office area and a private balcony.
It is fitting that practically the entire estate is stunningly enwrapped by colonnades of French doors—fully drenching the home in California's abundant natural sunlight, all the while providing unadulterated vistas of the breathtaking Pacific Ocean, canyons and mountainous landscapes that the home is immersed within.
These also foster a seamless indoor-to-outdoor flow to the home’s sprawling al fresco entertaining and lounging spaces. A charming dining pergola enveloped in greenery sits next to a built-in barbecue area, brick fireplace, and not one—but two—heated pools complete with a pool house. A separate guest house is perched across the lush, manicured lawns, while charming meandering trails lead briskly down to the beach, up the surrounding Malibu hills, or to the many shops and five-star restaurants that this coveted beachside town houses.
The sale is handled by Sandro Dazzan of the Agency and Branden Williams of Hilton & Hyland.
