Grey died of cancer at the age of 59 in 2017, only months after stepping down from his post at the renowned Hollywood studio.He finished building the main, 5-bedroom residence almost two years ago.

The Grey Estate sprawls on over 2 acres behind steel-framed wooden gates on the exclusive Carolwood Drive. It is a modern masterpiece, brought to life by famed architect Howard Backen, who seamlessly combined contemporary design with natural finishes to allow for an easy transition between interior and exterior.

"There is no finer location in the Beverly Hills/West Los Angeles estate marketplace than Carolwood Drive," said Joyce Rey, broker with Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, who has shown Grey's property to clients. "I met Howard Backen on one of his trips to Southern California and I have always been a huge fan of his architecture, which optimizes the casual California lifestyle."

The heart of the main house resides in the open, barn-like great living room, which flows to the kitchen and dining quarters as well as to the family room, where an elongated fireplace commands attention.

The second floor, accessible by a dark wooden elevator, accommodates the opulent master suite, which affords spectacular vistas of Century City. Four other bedrooms occupy the guest wing of the residence.

The main house also boasts a den with a bar, a studio-quality theater and a private office. A separate structure features a gym, steam room,  sauna and a Pilates studio.

Envisioned by British landscape architect, Miranda Brooks, the outdoors present a private world of lush vegetation, sensuous patios and a large swimming pool that capture the relaxed California lifestyle.

Its architectural and design splendor aside, the property also harbors a sliver of Hollywood history. In the 1940s, singer Frank Sinatra lived here with his first wife and children. Their house, however, no longer stands, as Grey and his wife Cassandra, founder of beauty brand, Violet Grey, razed it shortly after listing the mansion for $23.5 million in 2011. After another bout on the market, they decided to instead build the current residence. The Greys have owned the estate since 2010, when they purchased it for $18.5 million.

The Grey Estate is co-listed by Linda May of Hilton & Hyland and Stephen Shapiro of Westside Estate Agency.

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Updated on Feb. 23 to include Joyce Rey's comment about the property. 

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Palatial yet eminently charming, the residence was built by Joe Brennan.

Recognizing the importance of a traditional and refined approach, the quality of craftsmanship, impeccable details afford a treasured space, which embraces privacy and discretion.

The two-storey grand hall enhanced by marble slab floor, padded silk wall coverings, decorative pillars, cathedral ceiling and crown by a leaded glass skylight invites a welcome introduction.

Wide-plank oak hardwood floors, custom wool and silk damask wall coverings and gas fireplaces with Regency-style mantle pieces set the stage for memorable repasts fully complemented by a well-appointed kitchen. French doors from the great room and family room open to a flagstone terrace, which provides a venue for more casual al fresco dining.

The family room featuring a spectacular oval skylight can accommodate up to forty guests for special events.

The handsome library richly paneled in yew wood accented by padded silk wall-coverings offers a quiet space for reflective contemplation.

The master suite boasting French doors opening to a balcony overlooking the verdant grounds, his and hers dressing rooms and a lavish six-piece marble ensuite bath affords the ultimate in a relaxing haven.

Three additional bedrooms each with an ensuite complete the private accommodations. A separate entrance accesses a guest suite featuring a living / dining area, full kitchen, bedroom and five-piece enusite.

Friends and family will enjoy the lower level home theatre, billiard room complemented by a wet bar and the wine cellar with accompanying tasting room.

A ten-car underground garage complete with car wash accessed by a heated snow melt ramp offers absolute security.

Enchanting enclosed gardens, a sparkling pool and a canopy of mature trees afford complete privacy, creating a magical paradise in the heart of the city. Approximately 17,000 sq. feet sited on almost 1-acre of park-like grounds stretch against the bucolic backdrop of Rosedale Park.
Within walking distance to some of Toronto’s best private and public schools, the Summerhill Market, the tennis courts and soccer fields of Rosedale Park and easy access down town, this home represents a truly remarkable treasure.

Address: 10 Highland Avenue, Toronto, ON M4W 2A3, Canada
Price: $22,000,000
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 11

View the listing here. 

For more information, contact Elise Kalles at 416-441-2888 x 292 or ekalles@trebnet.com.

Elise Kalles is the exclusive agent representing the Toronto, Ontario real estate markets as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Equally lavish, the outdoor area features a saltwater swimming pool, flagstone terraces, stone gazebo and a bathhouse.

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Susan Herman has the listing.

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