The Hills Estate

The Hills Estate: California

Staying in Beverly Hills, you want to feel as though you’re living the celebrity lifestyle and nowhere would it feel more glamorous than this gorgeous Tuscan-inspired villa in the exclusive Holmby Hills. Entirely surrounded by trees, it feels secluded, private, and it doesn’t hurt that it also looks very pretty. Admire the greenery as you sit out in the courtyard, which is especially romantic when the lights flicker on after sunset to illuminate the columns and arches.

Spend days poolside, listening to the twittering birds that call the line of trees home, as you alternate between sunbathing in the lounger or cooling down with a lap or two. You might even choose to start the day with a refreshing morning swim before brewing yourself a fresh cup of coffee to take out onto the balcony.

The interior is dreamy in crisp whites and textures like marble and wood, and coming down the spiral staircase will make you feel as though you’re the star in a film. Walk the gardens, lie-in late watching movies in bed, or read sprawled out on any one of the plush sofas.

Enjoy chef-prepared meals around the solid wood dining table and challenge each other to friendly competitions in the game room. If you’re an early bird and usually up before everyone else, you might make a habit of eating breakfast by the arching window where you can catch up on news in the bright morning light.

With fireplaces featuring in many of the rooms, you can kindle a fire whenever you’re most comfortable and completely unwind with the crackle in the background. Enjoy a bath with a glass of bubbly and when you feel like you need to head out, the Santa Monica Beach and golf course is easily reachable by car.

Home truths:
*There’s free parking for up to three cars in the garage
*While the home can sleep up to twenty people, the maximum occupancy is eighteen guests
*One well-behaved dog may be welcome to accompany you during your stay with prior notice from your host
*This home is spread over multiple floors, with no internal lift
*You'll have your own private entrance here
*There's a dedicated desk here if you need to catch up on some work during your stay