The Rosco Mansion

With the serene assurance of a house that knows both spectacle and sanctuary, The Rosco Mansion rises from the canyons of Bel Air.

The rhythm is established by the approach: a 130-foot private driveway takes you above the street and into a private realm of warm white oak, stone, and glass where the hills take over and the city fades away. The first impression is all about flow, with rooms opening to terraces, doors that blend into pockets, and a heated pool and spa with an infinity edge that seem to pour directly into the canyon light. The interior architecture moves in long, self-assured lines. When evening arrives, fire pits come alive and the hillsides become silhouettes as afternoons flow seamlessly from the living area to the water.

The kitchen, the center of the house, functions as a studio and a showroom. Wolf appliances manage every culinary goal: espresso pulled to barista standards, a double oven for service-minded menus, a steam oven for accuracy, and a recessed hood that keeps the lines clean. A fifteen-foot Italian Leather Marble island serves as the space’s sculptural focal point.

The week’s supplies are kept in a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and you can stage whites, reds, and service bottles at precise temperatures in three different wine refrigerators. The eye reads texture rather than clutter thanks to custom white oak cabinetry and doors that maintain serene sightlines and make storage simple. Gatherings naturally flow to the terrace, where a built-in BBQ takes over and the pool terrace transforms into your dining area under the stars, while the adjacent bar draws guests into the conversation.

The private wing reduces the volume without sacrificing the visual appeal. A transparent fireplace that warms the sleeping area and a lounge for late-night reading is the focal point of the master suite, which is a study in material harmony and elemental comfort. With a separate steam shower that makes recovery and ritual a part of daily life, a rain shower with body sprays for restorative pressure, and a stone soaking tub that is positioned to catch morning light, the ensuite bathroom is equal parts spa and sculpture.

Bathrooms throughout the house are finished with terrazzo stone tubs and concrete and stone sinks; they are tactile without being fussy, sophisticated without being fragile, and made to age gracefully. In order to make dressing seem like an integral part of the architecture rather than an afterthought, closets are lit, sized for actual wardrobes, and tailored out of white oak.

Entertainment is intuitive and designed with a purpose. Films and match days are transformed into events in a six-seat theater that is set up for comfort and clarity. Sunrise routines and twilight resets feel like rituals thanks to the two fire pits that prolong the evening pace and the outdoor bath and meditation deck that add a peaceful wellness vibe to the far side of the lot.

Whether it’s a late dinner with canyon breezes, a sunset aperitivo, or a private overlook for stargazing, the rooftop deck elevates the experience. Beneath it all is smart-home technology, which includes integrated security, a Sonos whole-home sound system, and lighting scenes that can be changed with a single touch from day to night or after hours. The result is a home that instantly adapts to your lifestyle—it’s calm when the door closes, ready for a party when guests arrive, and always tuned to comfort.

Craft and materials convey the story just as consistently as facilities. In order to make the indoor-outdoor concept more than just a marketing slogan, custom white oak doors open with soft resistance, hinges vanish, and thresholds are flush. The design allows for life to flourish—weekend visitors who stay, spontaneous tastings at the bar, a midweek swim that lasts thirty minutes because the water is perfectly balanced, and glass walls that frame rather than just reflect the canyons. From thoughtful storage that maintains the clean lines you fell in love with to climate-zoned interiors that keep every space comfortable, even the practicalities feel elevated.

The Rosco Mansion’s ability to strike a balance between the glitz of Bel Air and the seclusion of a retreat is what really makes it unique. It provides a daily rhythm that’s difficult to find elsewhere, private yet openly social, elevated above the road yet just minutes from everything. Evenings end with music playing softly on Sonos, the fireplace soft behind glass, and the city lights flickering far enough away to feel like a view rather than a pull. Mornings start with espresso at the marble island and a stroll across the warm deck; afternoons drift into the pool and over the hills.

Nearby activities include hiking the Getty View and Stone Canyon trails for expansive views of the ridgeline; scheduling an architecture and tasting tour at the Getty Center and nearby Skirball for a day of art and design; dining along Sunset Boulevard’s fine-casual and Michelin-starred scene, followed by a show at the Hollywood Bowl.

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