Inside a $33 Million Beverly Hills Mansion Retreat Thats Walking Distance to Rodeo Drive – Robb Report

A trio of wrought-iron gates lead into a peaceful courtyard, where a solid oak door framed by a limestone archway imported from an eighteenth-century Lebanese church awaits your knock. Its as if youve left Los Angeles behind for some escapist fantasy. This was precisely the intention behind 803 North Linden Drive, a new modern Mediterranean architectural manse on arguably the best block of the Beverly Hills Flats. Its listed for $33.4 million.

Ive always been inspired by the Mediterranean and Spanish-style homes that embellish the city of Beverly Hills, says architect Hamid Gabbay, who designed the property in collaboration with its owner, Behrouz Mahboubi-Fardi, the principal behind the Rodeo Collection, a stronghold of 70 luxury boutiques in Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive shopping district. Therefore, I did my best to honor the beauty and value of this traditional style, says Gabbay, recipient of the Will Rogers Award for his remodeling of Badgley Mischkas Rodeo Drive outpost.

From eighteenth-century limestone fireplaces imported from France to the marble accents spread throughout the house, every feature is custom-made, says Mahboubi-Fardiof the one-of-a-kind architectural gem. To wit, custom molds were created to fashion the archways in the entrance and then broken so they could not be reproduced; each of the afore-mentioned antique French mantelpieces, numbering nine in total, was curated from a different region in France.

The imported limestone entry arch.Photo: Juwan Li, Courtesy of Compass

Stepping across the threshold, the trance remains unbroken as youre greeted by soaring 12-foot ceilings in the foyer, a sweeping staircase with wrought-iron railing and an abundance of natural light. Well-proportioned walkways with Turkish limestone floors dont detract from the generously proportioned living space that includes a family room, living room, dining room, bar, breakfast room, chefs kitchen with walk-in pantry, butlers pantry and three powder rooms. The highlight is the library. With its wood-paneled walls and ceiling (made from alder, known for its fine grain), youd be forgiven for thinking yourself ensconced in a French chteau.

The elegant gated entrance is flanked by olive trees.Photo: Juwan Li, Courtesy of Compass

Upstairs, the master suite proves an oasis unto itself thanks to a charming sitting area, his-and-hers bathrooms and walk-in closets and an expansive 800-square-foot outdoor terrace with sweeping views over the pool, patio and manicured gardens (the manse nestles on 20,000 square feet of land). In total, the property has seven bedrooms, three of them en suite, and two with their own balconies overlooking the entrance courtyard. Hardwood floors and solid wooden doors throughout lend a warm, stately feel.

The show-stopping library.Photo: Juwan Li, Courtesy of Compass

Designed for entertaining, 803 North Linden is also equipped with a movie theater (seating 12), wine cellar (with a wheelbarrow ceiling and artisanal walls featuring stone imported from Lebanon), gym, massage room and two full baths (one with a wet sauna). Rounding out the basement is a laundry room (with an ingenious laundry shoot and generous cabinetry), office, two rooms with full baths for household staff, and a five-car garage.

The screening room.Photo: Juwan Li, Courtesy of Compass

Not that youll want to zoom away anytime soon. What really brings this property to life is the abundance of natural light that pours through the whole house, illuminating all of these unique facets, says Mahboubi-Fardi.

The wine cellar and vineyard-worthy tasting room.Photo: Juwan Li, Courtesy of Compass

Sound like home? Haleh Mahboubi, Maria Mahboubi and Aaron Kirman at Compass have the exclusive listing.

A chefs kitchen.Photo: Juwan Li, Courtesy of Compass

Modern meets Mediterranean in the master suite.Photo: Juwan Li, Courtesy of Compass

An airy, covered patio includes a fireplace for chilly evenings.Photo: Juwan Li, Courtesy of Compass

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