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Why hop a flight to Tahoe when you could live in a modern, four-story estate overlooking one of Los Angeles’ secret lakes? Asking $18,950,000, 2304 Donella Circle is an 11,624-square-foot new construction home perched above the Stone Canyon Reservoir in Bel Air.
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Retractable glass walls and frameless balustrades optimize sweeping lake, mountain and city views, while promoting seamless indoor/outdoor living. “This spectacular Bel Air home elicits an intense emotional experience the moment you walk through the front door,” said Farah Levi, director of residential sales at The Agency.
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The main floor touts soaring ceilings and an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area. Showcasing Italian design, the custom chef’s kitchen is characterized by top-of-the-line Thermador integrated appliances, sleek glass door cabinetry, imported hardware, and dual islands topped with quartzite sourced from India.
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A sunken lounge space provides an intimate, conversation pit-feel and opens onto the sprawling wraparound terrace. Here you’ll find an outdoor kitchenette with a six-burner, natural gas Napoleon barbecue and a cozy fire pit for sunset soirées.
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While the estate caters eight bedrooms and 11 bathrooms, the lavish owner’s retreat is the most breathtaking of them all. Experience boutique-style walk-in closets, a 72-inch double-sided fireplace, a wet bar clad in natural stone, multiple sitting areas, and a private balcony boasting panoramic vistas.
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The ensuite bathroom is a truly restorative space, outfitted with an oval-shaped soaker tub, steam shower, Spanish tiles, dual electric bidet toilets, stone sinks and sculptural sconces.
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On the lower level, discover a host of entertainment amenities, including a theatre, billiards room, and a 1,000-plus bottle, temperature-controlled wine cellar with a swanky, high-top bar for tastings. Work from the comfort of your own home office, library or studio, and squeeze in a sweat session with your trainer in the well-appointed gym.
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The spectacular outdoor space on this level features a 70-foot infinity pool with a spa, Baja shelf and sunken fire pit. Practice self-care in the interior adjacent sauna and steam room, or simply kick back on the 800-square-foot deck, complete with a calming water feature. The spacious grass lawn is the perfect spot for a family game of bocce or growing your own vegetable garden.
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Other notable features of 2304 Donella Circle include a Sonos surround sound system, four-level elevator, white oak Bordeaux villa engineered floors, and a five-car garage. The listing is held by Farah Levi of The Agency and Sally Forster Jones and Aaron Kirman of Compass.
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“The gated estate, awe-inspiring views and lush grounds create an amazing resort-like atmosphere that can make you never want to leave, all in close proximity to the best that Los Angeles has to offer,” concluded Levi.
