"La Ruche," a gated Mulholland Drive estate with Prigueux-inspired formal gardens, croquet lawn, putting green and old-growth native California oaks set against an unobstructed view of the San Fernando Valley. Reconstructed and expanded in 2011, this five bedroom, acre promontory property maintains the architectural integrity of its French provincial roots, including a third story, double barrel, vaulted office and library designed by AD 100 architect Oscar Shamamian. From its trellised, heirloom rose bushes to its reclaimed 19th century Provenal terracotta floor tiles, no decorating or engineering detail was overlooked as part of a 2 year redesign and reconstruction. Antique French limestone and marble wood burning fireplaces, chef's kitchen, custom-fitted cabinetry. Elegant primary suite with sitting area and marble bath, four additional ensuite bedrooms, and media room. Each room looks out on untouched conservancy land or manicured gardens without a neighboring house in sigh
