Matinee Idol

Matinee Idol: California

High above the bustling streets, in the beautiful Trousdale Estate in Beverly Hills, this stunning place is an ideal home in the hills. With a super cool outdoor space and a terrace with enviable views across the city, it's what LA dreams are made of.

Perfect for a family or a group of friends, there are all the comforts of home plus a range of luxury extras. There's a chef’s kitchen and a spacious lounge, along with a purpose-built home bar, a stylish dining room and a comfortable home office. With tiled floors and neutral tones, it's a modern space with fireplaces and wall art adding homey touches.

Step out of the sliding doors and you'll find a large covered section of the terrace, where you can cosy up around the fire table and even watch TV. Take a dip in the pristine pool to cool off, or relax in the hot tub. There's a cabana, sun loungers and an outdoor dining spot on the second terrace at the bottom of the garden and it's from here that you can gaze out across the city. The endless sprawl of Hollywood and downtown LA lies to the east and lights up like a circuit board at night, then to the west is the Pacific Ocean which is backlit by the setting sun every evening.

The iconic Sunset Boulevard is just minutes away, and the production lots of the world’s biggest movie studios are close by. One of the most sought-after neighbourhoods in Beverly Hills, it's a great spot for long walks, shopping and dining out.

Home truths:
*A car is essential and there's parking for two on the drive – there's also an electric vehicle charge point
*The rental includes the main house only and not the guest house
*A travel cot is available for little guests
*There's a sofa bed in the office, which can be used as a fourth bedroom
*You'll have laptop-workspace at the desk
*Please be aware this is not a party house and excessive noise isn't tolerated
*Pets may be considered on a case-by-case basis – please contact the host with details prior to booking