Real Estate

Idyllwild Mountain Retreat With A Rich Hollywood Past: $975K

Looking to escape? This luxury cabin is waiting.

IDYLLWILD, CA β€” This cabin, once owned by Academy Award Winner Charles Laughton and his actress wife Elsa Lanchester, is nestled high up in the San Jacinto Mountains and overs breathtaking views from nearly every room inside. Though it was originally built in 1925, the property has been updated to include several luxury features, including a gorgeous kitchen and master bath.

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  • Address: 54760 Jameson Dr, Idyllwild, California
  • Price: $975,000
  • Square Feet: 2805
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3 Baths
  • Built: 1925
  • Features: This Historic Mountain Home (Laughton's Lair) built in 1925 on just under 2 acres with panoramic views is located in the San Jacinto Mountains high above Palm Springs and was once owned by Academy Award Winner Charles Laughton and his actress wife Elsa Lanchester. Robert Balzer, Author and a Past Wine Critic for the Los Angeles Times was another notable owner. This home has 3 Bedrooms and 3 Baths, a Den/Bedroom and was renovated with the best professional aesthetic care. The Great Room has a vaulted beamed ceiling, a rock fireplace with glass front insert, eastern white pine flooring and opens to a two tiered wrap-around deck which captures the surrounding mountain views. The Gourmet Country Kitchen opens to the Dining Area with windows that open to the views. The Master Suite looks out on a garden pond & the Master Bath has a Japanese soaking tub with shower and a walk-in closet. Other features include a 2 car garage, three-tiered pond, greenhse & comes turnkey, fully furnishe.

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