Bienvenue au Chateau Royal! This gorgeous estate is in the $12,888,000

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Bienvenue au Chateau Royal! This gorgeous estate is in the guard-gated community of Lake Sherwood, with highly acclaimed schools nearby. The estate overlooks the iconic Sherwood Country Club's championship Jack Nicklaus golf course, with 180-degree views of the surrounding fairways and the Santa Monica mountains. Designed by award-winning architect Sidney Drasnin, this gorgeous home sits on a 3/4 acre and 10,801 sq. ft. on three floors served by an elevator. Guests are welcomed to the home via a breathtaking two-story foyer showcasing a free-flowing, wrought iron staircase, tray ceiling, and French doors opening to the balcony. Two bedrooms are currently used as spacious offices. The home's stunning architecture is carried throughout the formal dining room, living room and library. The formal dining room easily seats 14, while the living room and wood-paneled library feature stunning marble and wood crafted fireplaces. Both living and dining rooms feature French doors opening to the terrace. The state-of-the-art chef's kitchen, adjacent butler's pantry and prep kitchen open up to a large island with wrought iron chandelier that separates the kitchen from a generous great room that combines a family room and breakfast room and bar, with a cozy stone fireplace as the centerpiece, perfect for family gatherings. Six bedrooms include two spacious primary suites with full luxury amenities and balconies. An upstairs full kitchenette and second laundry room offer additional convenience. The lower level of the house has been upgraded for luxury entertainingplete with a home projection theater, bar and billiards room and multiple televisions. Other highlights include a 2,200 bottle wine cellar designed by Cellar Master and bathroom with a full sauna.The estate's backyard area features spectacular views, a terrace extending the entire length of the house, an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, pool, and spa. The home also includes 49 solar energy panels, and two LG 16 KWH batteries. This is truly an entertainer's estate.Virtual tour available: