Nestled in the heart of the Estate Section of prime Beverly Hills, this palatial residence features over 13,300 sq.ft. of soaring ceilings and voluminous rooms. Crafted with no expense spared, this property is perfect for grand entertaining, yet architected with an unexpectedly practical floorplan for everyday living. Double height foyer with stained glass dome and imperial-style staircases. The main living room features 14 ft ceilings, wood-burning fireplace and epic scale adjacent family room with adjoining bar. Formal dining room with seating for 16 guests and an octagonal junior dining room. A total of 8 bedrooms including 2 staff rooms. The primary suite is a world apart with dual marble baths and sitting room. A variety of thoughtful elements include pool-accessible full bath, upstairs and downstairs laundry, elevator, pool/tv room, wine closet, gym, and split parking with two gates. Sited on over a 1/2 acre with complete privacy, the grounds are magical in every sense featuring a Roman style pool, fresco paintings and formal gardens. Shown only to prequalified buyers.