The Tree House, Shangri-La, a Zen retreat—8010 Woodrow Wilson has been bestowed many names over the years, as its sublime, unparalleled legacy lives on. The serene Laurel Canyon home is tucked within a lush, mature sycamore grove on a quiet hillside street off Mulholland Drive. While providing total privacy, it is also minutes from Studio City to the north, and Beverly Hills and West Hollywood to the south.
Set behind an ivy-covered wall and down a double-gated private driveway on a nearly half-acre property, this home’s most extraordinary feature is its expansive, 2,500-square-foot outdoor deck (Making over 4000 square feet of living space). It overlooks the leafy treetops—which are illuminated with ethereal light globes at night—and is furnished with an outdoor grill, numerous seating areas and an open-air screening room with a retractable projection screen. Take the deck steps down to the property’s winding garden footpaths to discover even quieter areas to unplug.
Built in 1951, the 1,861-square-foot house comes with an illustrious celebrity pedigree. Once the long-time residence of renowned furniture designer Guy Chaddock, 8010 Woodrow Wilson has also been home to artists and actors. Inside, clean mid-century modern style
is warmed by a blend of natural textures and materials. Find neutral polished concrete floors, pitched wood-beamed ceilings, a brick fireplace with log storage, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, an office and dining room illuminated by an industrial-chic custom chandelier. The sleek, contemporary kitchen is equipped with stainless steel Miele and Sub Zero appliances as well as a wine fridge. The master suite boasts an ensuite bathroom with glass-walled shower, plus a walk-in closet with built-in storage, and direct access to a quiet, shaded patio as well as the back deck. Throughout the home, walls of glass doors open to the incredible outdoor living area. 8010 Woodrow Wilson provides a tranquil escape for those who wish to relax, connect with nature and entertain within one of L.A.’s most coveted and iconic neighborhoods.