Happen to be in the market for a modern take on a 1940s Beverly Hills estate, chiefly a nearly new and very dressy one teeming with majestic arched windows, plus a soaring central hallway and the curved silhouette of a classic winding staircase, just for starters? Well, if you have plenty of cash you're itching to spend, this alluring Hollywood Regency-inspired gem just popped up for sale, asking a dash under $40 million.

"Viewing Beverly Hills through an international lens, the home features debonair and iconic, but not nostalgic, interiors," according to architect William Hefner, designer for the custom project built in collaboration with luxury developer Adnan Sen. "The rooms are based in cinematic tradition, while also drawing on the minimalist design energy of contemporary Europe."

Hidden securely behind gates, on a corner parcel spanning almost three-quarter acres, the au courant spread was completed in 2020. Known as Laurel House and featured in Robb Report, the property includes a main house and detached guesthouse — for a total of nine bedrooms and 14 baths in almost 16,000 square feet of living space imbued with chic neutral and black interiors.

Among the main-level highlights: a double-height foyer displaying the aforementioned statement-making staircase, which flows to formal living and dining rooms spotlighted by large expanses of glass spilling outdoors. A fireside family room connects to the gourmet kitchen, which is outfitted with marble countertops, an eat-in island, top-tier stainless appliances, a windowed breakfast area and secondary catering kitchen; and elsewhere are two offices, plus a cozy den with a fireplace and wet bar.

An opulent upstairs master retreat comes complete with a fireplace, dual balconies, designer closets and a pair of baths sporting soaking tubs and other spa-like amenities, while the lower level is decked out with a "glam room," 12-seat movie theater flanked by a billiards area and wet bar, glass-encased wine cellar with a tasting room and gym equipped with an infrared sauna.

Outdoors, the private and grassy grounds are laced with mature trees and gardens, and host an eye-catching pool and spa with built-in seating, as well as an open-air cabana warmed by a fireplace, a barbecue setup, fire-pit, and several lounging and entertaining vignettes. There's also a gallery-style garage that can accommodate up to 10 vehicles.

Pate Stevens of The Agency holds the listing, which also is available for rent at a pricey $165,000 per month.

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