The Ellison Villa

Arrival is transformed into a serene reveal at The Ellison Villa.

The home is situated above the city like a contemporary pavilion, its architecture designed to take in 180-degree views that stretch from palm-lined streets to the shimmer of the basin at night. It is tastefully gated for privacy and tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Beverly Hills.

As soon as you enter, the atmosphere is set: a foyer filled with natural light from a retractable skylight, crisp architectural lines that direct your gaze outside, and glass doors that slide away to virtually erase the distinction between the interior and exterior. A rhythm of open living—areas that soften, breathe, and invite—follows, allowing the day to unfold from morning coffee to evening cocktails under the city lights.

The main living space is set up to encourage social interaction without sacrificing privacy. Seating islands are arranged to facilitate conversation while maintaining unobstructed views of the horizon; tactile and restrained materials ensure that the view is the main attraction.

The sound of water from the infinity edge becomes a gentle underscore as breezes flow through the room with the glass wide open. When the doors are closed, the house becomes quiet and serene, like a gallery, with the skylight overhead following the path of the sun across gleaming surfaces. From the way the flooring leads you to the terrace to the way the soffit lighting warms at dusk, every change feels deliberate and instantly transforms the space from airy to cozy.

Here, entertaining comes naturally. The great room is extended into the garden by a covered deck that is open to the air. It is equipped as a true outdoor salon, complete with a cozy seating area, a fireplace for cool evenings, and a discrete flatscreen for late-night movies and game days.

While a dedicated BBQ deck makes weekend lunches a ritual, a lawned side yard adds softness and scale—space for yoga at sunrise, kids’ play, or a long, lazy afternoon under umbrellas. The infinity pool itself is a work of pure theater; during the day it reflects the cobalt sky and clouds, and at night it transforms into a glowing edge that seems to spill toward the city, reminding you that Los Angeles is as much light as it is place.

The design privileges are relaxed throughout The Ellison Villa. Meals, music, and conversation flow uninterrupted thanks to the indoor-outdoor choreography, intuitive circulation, and storage that lives where you need it. A subtle drama is added to arrivals and gatherings by the retractable skylight, which can be opened to bring in coastal air or closed to create a calm, controlled envelope. Glass, plaster, stone, and wood are all used with quiet confidence. The site and the plan are inherently secure: the gated approach keeps life peaceful without feeling isolated, and the end-of-cul-de-sac location reduces traffic.

The same clarity reverberates in private areas. Mornings begin slowly and leisurely because bedrooms are oriented toward light and green, and windows frame views of the city and hillside. Baths elevate everyday routines into little indulgences with their consistent language of clean fixtures and aesthetically pleasing light. The experience is equal parts spectacle and sanctuary, whether you are entertaining or just enjoying the house by yourself. The Ellison Villa’s opulence isn’t overtly displayed; rather, it’s revealed through the way doors vanish, the way terraces provide shade and breeze, and how every room is always connected to the unending view outside the glass.

In the end, this Beverly Hills modern stands out for its poise. The Ellison Villa is simultaneously a place to host guests and a place to unwind. Located within minutes of the best of the city, this home makes the most of California’s climate by keeping its doors open when you want to feel the garden at your feet and closed when you want a cool, quiet envelope. It also allows you to return to your own private overlook every evening.

Activities nearby that you can partake in from the villa:

• Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a Beverly Hills café while strolling and shopping along Rodeo Drive.
• Explore Greystone Mansion & Gardens for its historic views, shaded walkways, and architecture.
• Explore Franklin Canyon Park’s hiking trails to exchange boulevards for peaceful, chaparral views by the lake.

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