We don't know about you, but we could spend all day looking at Sean Connery's otherworldly Mediterranean villa. Perched on a spectacular hillside lot overlooking the Cap de Nice in the French Riviera, the sublime property is every bit the James Bond fantasy. In fact, it actually featured in the Bond movie, Never Say Never Again, which was filmed in and around Nice. With one and a half acres of manicured terraced gardens, this beautiful building couldn't be any more star worthy.
Connery bought Villa Le Roc Fleuri in the 1970s and it's been meticulously maintained ever since, resulting in a stunning interior that blends period charm with contemporary design. Spanning almost 11,000 square feet, the enchanting abode mimics Belle Epoque style and towers up six impressive floors. There are five bedrooms, five bathrooms and three grand reception rooms, each overlooking the ocean. Elsewhere, there's a wine cellar, a fitness room and a colossal indoor pool and spa.
The house boasts plenty of high-end fixtures, including pretty mosaic-tiled floors, marble accents, floor-to-ceiling windows and stone staircases. There are endless wraparound terraces along the coastline, where quiet moments can be enjoyed among some of the finest scenery in the French Riviera. There's lift access to every floor and the master bedroom benefits from a huge ensuite, a dressing room and a walk-in wardrobe, as well as French doors that open onto a private balcony.
Yet the home's best feature is probably its marvellous terraced gardens. They come equipped with quaint winding pathways that lead down to the ocean and a saltwater swimming pool perched on the edge of a cliff, offering unobstructed views of the Promenade des Anglais and Nice city centre. There are also two independent guest villas for visiting friends and family. If you've fallen in love, then you'll need $33.8 million (£27.2m) to be in with a shot of buying this captivating compound.
Camila Mendes has just purchased herself a quaint and secluded luxury retreat in the Silver Lake neighbourhood of LA, in the heart of the city's hipster Eastside. The Riverdale actor paid just $1.86 million (£1.5m) for her brand new base and has given herself an easy commute, since it's within easy reach of central Hollywood. Ultra private and perfectly pretty, the house lies on a small patch of land behind secure gates, with a border of trees shading it from prying eyes.
Mendes, who recently starred in Netflix movie Dangerous Lies, bought the house a few weeks ago and it isn't hard to see why. Stylish and stripped back, the interior is cosy and spacious, perfect for kicking back after a day on set. Built in 1924, the former bungalow has been modernised over the years and now boasts a chic, 2,000-square-foot open-plan layout, with plenty of windows and elegant hardwood floors throughout.
There are three bedrooms and four bathrooms split over two levels. The main floor benefits from a large, open living room with an adjoining kitchen and an informal dining area, which leads out to a balcony that covers the entire length of the house. From here, Mendes will be able to soak up hilltop views all the way to the Hollywood sign and LA's iconic Century City skyline.
The balcony can also be accessed from the home’s master suite, which comes with an office area and a spacious ensuite bathroom. The home's other two bedrooms can be found on the lower floor of the house and lead directly onto a garden patio – the perfect spot for Mendes to entertain friends. Simple yet stylish, this attractive VIP home shows that you don't always need to spend millions in order to gain something special.
On the complete opposite side of the VIP housing spectrum is Travis Scott's brand new mega-mansion. Almost too opulent to be true, the iconic rapper's most recent purchase has to be seen to be believed. Modelled on a luxury yacht, the property sits on a prominent hilltop plot in the sought after star-studded neighbourhood of Brentwood. Covering 16,700 square feet, it boasts seven bedrooms, 11 bathrooms and three full floors of ultra-contemporary living space.
The Houston-born rapper bought the mansion a few weeks ago paying $23.5 million (£18.8m), and apparently paid the entire amount in cash. Yet when you consider its design, size and remarkable amenities, the price begins to make a little more sense. With a towering structure of steel and glass, the house also features a 75-foot infinity pool that seems to float over the landscape below. Scott has also gained himself some prestigious neighbours, including the American basketball player LeBron James.
Outside, a sloping driveway leads to the home’s roof, where there’s room for dozens of vehicles and even a helicopter, then, on the lower ground floor, there's also an “auto gallery”, where 20 supercars can be stored and displayed. Inside, the house offers a floor-to-ceiling walnut sculpture, designed by master Japanese carpenter Toshi Kawabata, as well as a 12-foot living wall that acts as a natural air purifier. The open-plan main level features a great room, a bar and a kitchen decorated with black marble and custom Gaggenau appliances.
Ideal for entertaining, there's a gym, a sauna, a 15-seat cinema and a glass-enclosed, temperature-controlled wine closet that reportedly holds up to 650 bottles. As well as an outdoor swimming pool, there's also a games room, an outdoor kitchen, a poolside cabana and numerous alfresco dining decks. Upstairs lies a penthouse floor with two dramatic master suites, one of which boasts dual closets, a spa-style bath and a balcony with views stretching across Los Angeles.
Real Housewives Of New York City star Luann de Lesseps recently placed her mid-century modern home on the market. Fronting the Hudson River, the unusual period pad is fairly humble as far as celebrity real estate goes, but that doesn't mean it isn't totally envy-inducing – because it most definitely is! Listed with Coldwell Banker Prime Properties for $1.15 million (£918k), this VIP abode could well be within your reach...
Sleek, stylish and unique, the house can be found in the quiet hamlet of Port Ewen, in New York State. Constructed in 1966, the turn-key house is totally bespoke and benefits from plenty of unusual design features. From its curving walls decorated with endless glass to its open floor plan that seamlessly flows around the home's perimeter, every single living space enjoys a captivating panoramic view across the Hudson River.
The chic master bedroom has glass walls that not only look onto the river but onto the main living area, too. The room has high-end fixtures and a sophisticated ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom benefits from its own entrance, while a spacious room downstairs can accommodate additional guests, and could even be rented out as a holiday apartment, thanks to its kitchenette and bathroom facilities.
There are three bedrooms, four bathrooms and 2,400 square feet of interior space to play with. High ceilings and a crisp white colour scheme make for light and bright spaces, with radiant slate floors. Plus, outside you'll find a stunning garden and deck – the perfect place for hosting. The exterior also offers a private dock, from which you could go kayaking or take off in your speed boat all the way to Manhattan.
There's nothing modest about the Sante Fe ranch owned by The Beach Boys vocalist, Mike Love. In fact, the mammoth 17,515-square-foot estate has everything – except sand! The palatial pad is for sale for $8.65 million (£6.9m) with Linda Sansone & Associates – a fairly reasonable sum considering its scale. The Good Vibrations singer, who founded the band back in 1961, has owned the property for many years, but since his tour schedule is keeping him on the road, he's decided to sell up.
Encompassing three and a half park-like acres, Rancho Santa Fe benefits from decorative entry gates, a winding driveway and a tropical garden. Inside, there are three floors of living space and 270-degree panoramic ocean views can be enjoyed from almost every room. There are 11 bedrooms and eight bathrooms, many with walk-out terraces. A grand foyer offers dual staircases and an elegant chandelier, while the formal living room boasts a vaulted double-height ceiling, a roaring fireplace and endless glass.
The interior is packed with VIP design details, stately rooms and towering ceilings. Every space features custom finishes, including natural stone, onyx, granite and exotic woods. The house has it all: a chilled wine cellar, a tasting room, a meditation room, a theatre, an elevator, a games room and even a professional service bar! Elsewhere, you'll find a large dining room, an office and a chef's kitchen with a butler's pantry and a breakfast nook, while the family room comes equipped with saltwater aquariums.
To add to its prestige, the property also boasts a self-contained one-bedroom guesthouse, solar power, a water well and a garage for five vehicles. Making the most of the Californian climate, the abode's outdoor living experience is more akin to a 5-star resort than a family home. There’s a fire pit, an infinity-edge swimming pool, a custom hot tub, a swim-up bar, a cabana, a huge summer kitchen and a tennis court with changing and shower facilities.
After leaving the Red Sox behind to peruse a career as a pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, professional baseball player David Price has placed his glamorous Massachusetts mansion onto the real estate market. Listed with Barrett Sotheby's International Realty for an impressive $6.1 million (£5m), the custom-built property is located less than 10 minutes away from Fenway Park, making it the ultimate choice for any sports lover.
It's no wonder that Price can afford such a magnificent house, since he's reportedly earned $175 million (£140m) in salary during his 11-year career! Luxurious and grand, his beautiful and bespoke home can be found in an exclusive and historical neighbourhood in Newton, less than 20 kilometres from central Boston. Built in 2006, the building measures 12,000 square feet and offers five bedrooms, five bathrooms and almost one and a half acres of land.
When it comes to details, no expense has been spared. The architect-designed home features formal living spaces facing the front of the estate and relaxed family spaces overlooking a private garden. Blending traditional and contemporary design throughout, the property enjoys towering ceilings, extensive glazing, classic stone fireplaces, full ventilation systems and deep mahogany panelling, which covers every surface in the home's elegant library.
The great room features a cosy lounge, a state-of-the-art kitchen and a walk-in pantry. The top floor of the house benefits from a separate living area with a lounge, kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom, where guests or staff members could stay. Then, on the lower level of the building you'll find a luxury fitness room, a huge wine cellar, a home cinema and a recreational room that could easily be turned into an indoor pool or a bowling alley. The possibilities are endless!
American funnyman Michael McDonald has placed his sophisticated, Tuscan-inspired villa on the market. Best known for starring in the comedy sketch show MADtv, McDonald has also had cameo roles in Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Ghostbusters, and is now asking $2.98 million (£2.4m) for his stylish abode. Positioned in the Nichols Canyon area of Los Angeles, the house would be an ideal purchase for a VIP seeking seclusion and easy access to the bright lights of Hollywood.
Set within a vine-draped exterior, the carved wooden door leads into a grand foyer and a spacious living room. The pretty property stands proud at 2,756 square feet and benefits from three bedrooms and four bathrooms. This attractive room benefits from an exterior balcony that runs its entire length, allowing for picture-perfect canyon views and an airy interior.
Everywhere you look you'll find gorgeous design details, from elegant hardwood floors to original stone fireplaces and arched French doors. The living room flows into a smart dining room, and on again to a traditional kitchen positioned around a marble-covered island. Elsewhere, there's a privately located suite on the penthouse floor, while the lower level features a sunken family room with its very own wet bar and gorgeous garden views.
The home's garden is also a stylish oasis, with stately stone columns decorating a Mediterranean-inspired patio. There's an inviting swimming pool and a magical built-in hot tub, tucked away in the shrubbery. There's also a poolside pavilion for shaded lounging and an outdoor kitchen where alfresco dinners can be whipped up. For sale with Sotheby's International Realty, this beautiful and impeccably maintained celebrity home is just waiting to be snapped up.
You might recognise Ariana Grande's brand new home. Positioned in the celeb hot spot of Montecito, Santa Barbara, the singer-songwriter purchased Porter House from TV chat show host and real estate mogul, Ellen DeGeneres. As just one of her Californian homes, DeGeneres bought the estate in January for $3.6 million (£2.8m), with the sole intention of flipping it. Regal and sophisticated, the remarkable property blends Old World character with contemporary styling, making it truly star-worthy.
DeGeneres' plan has well and truly paid off, since Grande just paid $6.75 million (£5.4m) for the property – almost double what she spent on the pad. With celeb neighbours including Gwyneth Paltrow and Oprah Winfrey (who knows a little something about real estate, herself), the Porter House features a 5,500-square-foot interior, two bedrooms and three bathrooms. The quirky Tudor-style home was built in England during the 1700s, only to be dismantled, shipped to California and reassembled into a stately mansion.
The house is rife with stunning design details, including original Tudor woodwork, vaulted ceilings and cosy fireplaces. With a keen eye for interior design, DeGeneres kitted the house out with rare and wonderful vintage furnishings and there are two impeccable kitchens, one of which offers a huge glass-fronted refrigerator that is reportedly worth more than a BMW 3-series – how bling is that? Elsewhere, there's an octagonal library with a 28-pane antique casement window and a brand new laundry room.
The master bedroom is truly breathtaking and comes kitted out with a bathroom sporting dual vanities and a soaking tub fronting a large picture window. Outside, there are endless gardens and plenty of terraces for al fresco dining. This isn't the only house that Grande has bought recently, though. In fact, the pint-sized pop princess spent a whopping $13.7 million (£10.9m) on a contemporary mansion in the Hollywood Hills only last month!
Have you ever wanted to live like a rock star? Well with this listing, you have the perfect opportunity. Positioned on a spectacular hillside plot in the sought-after city of Calabasas, California, lies Tommy Lee's dreamy crib. The Mötley Crüe drummer bought the property for $5.85 million (£4.67m) in 2007 and first attempted to sell it in 2016. With the current asking price set at $4.6 million (£3.7m), 20% less than Lee originally paid, one lucky buyer is set to snap up a bargain.
Built in 1987 the custom crib has six bedrooms and eight bathrooms, as well as plenty of rock star touches, including fur rugs, grand pianos and bespoke artwork. Every single living space is stylish and grown-up, with timber accent ceilings, extensive glass work and refined furnishings that offer a subtle, quirky finish. There's also a lush central atrium that acts as an internal garden and comes complete with tropical plants, a stocked koi pond and a retractable roof.
The three-storey abode also features a chef's kitchen with granite countertops, a library with a private terrace and a huge master suite with a walk-in closet and spa-style ensuite bathroom. Head onto one of the home's exterior balconies and take in the scenery or slip into the outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, with views of the city. Finished to the highest standard and exuding star quality, this pad is worthy of the Hollywood Hall of Fame.
If all this wasn't quite bling enough for you, the custom crib also comes with an impressive professional recording studio, complete with isolation booths and a huge control room. In the adjoining room you'll also find a luxurious cinema with a bar and a concession stand, so you can go to the movies without leaving the house. For those refined evenings of entertaining, the pad also offers a stunning wine tasting room and plenty of alfresco lounges for soaking up the sunset.
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and record producer, The Weeknd, is no stranger to glitz and glamour. So it might not surprise you to discover that he's just listed his glossy Hidden Hills compound for a staggering $24.9 million (£20m). Despite the star's persona as the bad boy of music, The Weeknd's Californian mansion is sophisticated and understated.
Listed for sale with The Agency, the property can be found in an ultra-private gated community, sandwiched halfway between central Los Angeles and the glistening beaches of Malibu. Sitting on its very own three-acre plot, the 13,391-square-foot residence was built in 2016 and was only purchased by the singer three years ago, when he paid $18.2 million (£14.6m) for the privilege.
The ultimate party pad, the abode benefits from large, open rooms that lead to a laid-back outdoor living areas. There are seven bedrooms, 10 bathrooms and meticulous details throughout. Chic and stripped back, the interior maintains a cool white colour palette everywhere, complemented by hardwood floors and stone accents. There's also a spacious entrance hall with double-height ceilings and a two-storey window wall, a chef's kitchen and an entertainer’s bar.
To the rear of the house, there's a secluded garden with a zero-edge swimming pool, a spa and a cabana. There's even a standalone two-bedroom guest house that would be perfect for after-party gatherings. If all this wasn't enough, the house also benefits from a wine room, a fitness studio, a screening room, a barn, a full-scale basketball court and a five-car auto gallery, where you could display all of your favourite toys. Sadly, The Weeknd's impressive supercar collection is not included in the sale price!
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