In 1999, filmmaker
Steven Spielberg and his wife, Kate Capshaw, purchased a sprawling ranch in Los Angeles through their corporate entity, Texas Tart, for $5.75 million.
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Now, according to a report by Realtor.com, the couple has listed the property for nearly $30 million, decades after abandoning controversial plans to transform it with an enormous five-story riding facility.
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At the time, the Hollywood mogul, 79 and actress, 72, unveiled ambitious plans to dramatically overhaul the estate with a 27,000-square-foot, five-story riding facility featuring a domed roof and underground horse stables.
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The 'Jaws' director also reportedly envisioned more than $7 million worth of renovations, along with plans to construct a 2,400-square-foot guesthouse and a three-story guardhouse.
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However, the proposed transformation sparked a fierce backlash from their neighbours, who objected to the scale of the project.
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Although the Oscar-winning director reportedly planned to present revised ideas to his neighbours, the elaborate project ultimately never came to fruition.
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However, he did get a chance to update the estate into the magnificent abode it is today.
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The property has remained a part of Spielberg and Capshaw's extensive real estate portfolio for nearly three decades.
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Now, the couple is finally ready to part ways with the equestrian retreat, listing it for $29.9 million with Sandro Dazzan of The Agency.
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Known as Dogwood, the seven-bedroom, 9.5-bathroom estate sits on 2.8 acres in the ultra-private Sullivan Canyon and offers an impressive array of equestrian amenities alongside its luxurious living spaces.
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Spanning two parcels, the property combines a sophisticated country-inspired aesthetic with extensive facilities designed for horses, entertaining and guests.
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Inside the main residence, rich walnut floors and wood-covered ceilings create a warm atmosphere, while expansive windows bring in plenty of natural light.
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The spacious living room offers multiple seating areas anchored by dual fireplaces, creating an inviting space for relaxing and entertaining.
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The chef's kitchen features extensive wood cabinetry, an oversized centre island, high-end appliances and an eat-in dining nook.
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"The chef's kitchen with eat-in dining nook and wood-burning fireplace connects to a cosy family room and IPE-clad terrace overlooking a tranquil reflection pond," the listing notes.
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Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat complete with a wood-burning fireplace and access to a private covered terrace.
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The outdoor space boasts yet another fireplace along with sweeping city and canyon views, according to the listing.
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Elsewhere inside the home is a media room that can double as a game room, as well as a wine cellar.
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Across from the main entertaining spaces sits a six-stall barn complete with an executive office, staff quarters, three grooming stations, a feed kitchen and storage.
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The equestrian facility is topped off by a sprawling 20,000-square-foot riding arena with an observation deck and mirrored wall, which the listing notes is suitable for both dressage and jumping.
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The estate's lower parcel expands the compound even further with a stylish one-bedroom guesthouse equipped with its own kitchen, rooftop deck, and basement office and storage spaces.
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Both parcels are supported by a security command post and generators, further adding to the property's private compound-like feel.
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Outside, the ranch is surrounded by lush landscaping, while a tranquil reflection pond adds to its secluded, countryside atmosphere, despite the estate's location in the heart of Los Angeles.
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"Nestled in the ultra-private Sullivan Canyon, Dogwood is Los Angeles' premier equestrian ranch - a rare masterpiece designed by renowned architect Michael Kovac with interiors by Michael Smith and landscape design by Christine London," the listing states.
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