Real Estate Investor Magazine South Africa July/August 2019 | Page 65

CELEBRITY HOUSES
Mel Gibson’s
Malibu mansion
An opulent yet rustic property
BY TOP TEN REAL ESTATE NEWS
M
el Gibson, a multi-talented and Academy award-win-
ning actor has propelled both his acting career and
his real estate investments into a $425 million (R6
342 402 500,00) net worth. Originating from New York, Gib-
son moved with his middle-class parents to Australia at the
age of 12.
Gibson studied acting at Australia’s National Institute of
Dramatic Arts and soon became a major movie start at the
age of 23 after he lead role in 1979 Australian film, Mad Max.
Today, whether acting, directing, inciting controversy
or purchasing some of the
most romantic properties on
the planet, he does it with
passion. From action figure,
to comedy, from stage to film
– Gibson has proven himself
in the entertainment industry
as evidenced by his multiple
awards. Gibson has funnelled
his income into property
investments with holdings
in Australia, Costa Rica, the
United States and Mago
Island in Fiji.
Gibson’s
philanthropic
footprint can be seen in
various countries as he has made multiple donations. An
example of this is the Fijan island, Gibson has invested in
this area and intends to keep the island in its natural and
undeveloped state.
Gibson’s real estate choices have consistently reflected
his love for the earthy and rustic with a strong romantic
vibe set against the backdrop of lush greenery. Purchasing
a mansion in Malibu, California in 2008 – Gibson aimed to
highlight the properties ‘old world’ characteristics. This
extravagant mansion located in a private estate is now on
the market and priced at $14.495 million.
Gibson’s estate is accessed through a long-gated drive
ending at a large motor court. The 6 578 square-foot
house is entered via the two-story foyer that opens into an
expansive room with high vaulted-beamed ceilings, stone-
arched doorways and large chandeliers. The mansion also
features dark-wood floors, walls of transomed French doors
which expose cayon and oceans views. If that isn’t enough,
a grand stone Inglenook-style fireplace is available for the
winter months. There is ample space in the mansion as
it is equipped with five bedrooms and bathrooms. Other
features include a large
French country kitchen
with bespoke cabinetry,
marble countertops, island
for workspace or dinning,
a den, gym and family
room. The outside terraces
provide
breathtaking
oceans views, with one
located near a vine covered
pergola for alfresco dining.
With space for three cars,
this mansion is truly one for
the ‘rich and famous’.
A two-bedroom guest
house is located above
from the garage. Preferring a lush landscape, Gibson added
additional plant materials native to Southern California.
There are two swimming pools and the 5.5-acre property
includes membership to the La Costa Beach Club.
The listing agents for this lavish property are Sandro
Dazzan of the The Agency, Beverly Hills and Branden
Williams with Hilton & Hyland, Beverly Hills.
RESOURCES TopTenRealEstatedeals.com
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