4816 Encino Avenue
Property Overview
Tucked behind gates in Encino's coveted Music Row neighborhood, this extraordinary estate of legendary guitarist Steve Vai spans nearly two private acres, offering a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and creative history. The 10,000+ square-foot mid-century residence is thoughtfully designed with five ensuite bedrooms, expansive living and entertaining spaces, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and an additional 3,000 square feet which include a studio, gym, pool house, and wine room. The home features original terrazzo pathways and rich acacia wood flooring, a chef's kitchen with cherry wood cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, skylight and Kokomo glass sliders that open to an inviting indoor-outdoor patio complete with BBQ and pizza oven- ideal for entertaining. At the heart of the property lies the legendary Harmony Hut, a world-renowned recording studio designed and built by Steve Vai with meticulous attention to acoustics, materials, and sonic precision. Revered by musicians across the globe, it stands as a true creative sanctuary where decades of music have been conceived and brought to life. The estate's grounds unfold as a private retreat, featuring a pool, championship size tennis court, and multiple outdoor living areas. Lush landscaping and mature trees create a sense of tranquility, while the location offers convenient access to the city's most desired destinations More than a home, this is a one-of-a-kind compound and a sanctuary of inspiration, offering a rare opportunity to own a work of art and a piece of modern music history.
Home Details
- Property type
- Residential - Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1941
- Living area
- 10,000 sq ft
- Lot size
- 1.82 acres
- Parking
- 13 spaces
- Garage
- 3 spaces
- Days on market
- 55
- Full bathrooms
- 6
- Half bathrooms
- 2
- MLS status
- Active
- Architectural style
- MidCenturyModern
- Zoning
- LARA
Features & Amenities
Interior
- Breakfast Bar
- Ceiling Fans
- Coffered Ceilings
- Eat In Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- Storage
- Bar
- Attic
- Wine Cellar
Appliances
- Barbecue
- Built In
- Convection Oven
- Dishwasher
- Gas Cooktop
- Disposal
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Parking
- Concrete
- Door Multi
- Driveway
- Electric Gate
- Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Gated
Pool
- In Ground
Exterior
- Fire Pit
Community, Schools & Utilities
Community
- Fireplace
- Yes
- View
- Pool,TreesWoods
Utilities
- Heating
- Central,Fireplaces
- Cooling
- CentralAir
Location & Neighborhood
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Property type: Residential
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