Encino, California, Los Angeles County, 91316

This sumptuous one-of-a-kind COMPOUND with multiple residences consists of 2 combined properties, encompassing 17407 RANCHO ST. The gated nature escape on almost 2.5 verdant acres features 2 MAIN RESIDENCES, 2 GUEST HOUSES, RECORDING STUDIO, BARN & BUNKHOUSE, POOL, SPA, SAUNA-RETREAT, CORRALS, AERIE, LIBRARY, PUB, BUTLER's KITCHEN, MAIDS & WORKSHOP. Beyond secure gates, a tree-lined drive leads to a private multi-family retreat that is easily accessible to bistros and shops, major studios, and LA's most highly rated schools. The 1930s main house has been expanded over time and is centered around an old-world style courtyard. On the main level, the light-filled living room dazzles with soaring ceilings and Venetian plaster walls. Entertain visitors in the original speakeasy pub or in the family room with its generous fireplace and artisan-crafted wood accents. The state-of-the-art chef's kitchen includes an expansive island, high-end European appliances, and a Butler's kitchen. The main house has 6 designer-done bedrooms, school room, and a studio with viewing terrace. A highlight is the courtyard featuring a fireplace and an ivy-covered arch that leads to a 20-metre length pool, spa and sauna house enclosed by mature foliage. Set amidst the lush acreage with its pond, bridges, water features and botanical gardens are 3 additional houses, including a restored 3 bed 1957 mid-century home outfitted with a world-class RECORDING STUDIO. The writer's cottage and the barn guest house are stunning with hand-crafted wood flooring and vaulted ceilings. A picturesque barn features a bunkhouse with horse turn-out. (Listing includes two combined properties. Please view video for full breadth of grounds.) This extraordinary trophy compound, featured in the Wall Street Journal, is truly breathtaking. (Seller financing available. Also available for lease. Kindly contact listing agent for details.)