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Laguna Beach Riviera Mansion Built By Mission Inn Developer Listed at $29.5 Million

WOW House: This $29.5 million Laguna Beach oceanfront home was once the play-palace of the stars. But the story behind it steals your heart.

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — Right there, steps from the water, bedrooms to accomodate 12 couples and private baths for 11 of them.

Sound like a hotel? Could be because it was built by one of southern California's favorite hoteliers. This 1921 home was once an A lister's dream getaway.

This historic Masterpiece was once the lure of the elite of Hollywood among the guests entertained were Bette Davis, Charlie Chaplin, Rudolph Valentino and many more.

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Now available for a mere $29.5 million, this is where all of your dreams can come true.

A rare and exquisite historic gem on the "Riviera of America" 120 feet of private ocean front estate.

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Originally built as a wedding gift and named after his wife Marion and named it "Mariona" by the famous hotelier and developer Frank Miller whom built the Riverside's famous Mission Inn.

One of the most spectacular estates built in America on the ocean front of Laguna Beach, California.

Known as the Castle by the Sea among the Hollywood Elite, the estate consists of a main residence with 5 bedrooms, 4 private villas and 2 attached guests rooms.

Totaling 12 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms with unforgettable and breathtaking ocean views from every room.

Private parking and motor court to park 16 plus cars.

This classic luxury beauty has been updated with the best in smart home technology, security system,wifi, electonic gate and automated lighting.

Environmentally friendly living succulent walls, a living succulent living roof, landscaped walkways and gardens with utmost privacy completes this home.

E rated in the national registry and approved for the Mills Act property tax advantage.

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.

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