Fashion designer Betsey Johnson has put her Hidden Hills estate on the market with a price tag of $7.5 million. The residence spans 1.5 acres and is situated in one of the most sought-after locations within the secluded community. It merges contemporary Californian design with resort-style amenities and a fully equipped equestrian facility. Recently remodelled and meticulously redesigned, the property offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and city lights, whilst ensuring the seclusion typical of Hidden Hills.
Upon entering Johnson's home, the entrance opens directly into an open-plan layout. The living room is to the left beneath bespoke wooden cathedral ceilings. Exposed beams trace the roofline above a long white sofa set and a low glass table, whilst wide timber floorboards flow into the adjoining dining area and kitchen. This open design creates a fluid and inviting ambience, enhancing the property's upscale living style.
In the dining area, also part of the open-plan layout, a 25-foot wall of Fleetwood sliding doors lines the space, which can fully disappear into the walls. This allows for a seamless connection to the pool terrace. The dining area is accented by a sculptural glass chandelier and accommodates a long wooden table surrounded by various chairs. The open-plan kitchen, which completes this area, features a long black stone island extending through the centre of the room beneath two woven pendant lights. Light wood cabinetry surrounds the front of the island and continues along the perimeter, whilst the veined dark countertop waterfalls over the end panels. The island integrates a sink, storage, and under-counter appliances, whilst a professional hob and an illuminated, built-in coffee station are positioned at either end.
The main bedroom, located in a corner of the house, opens under a vaulted ceiling. The bed occupies one side of the room, whilst a low fireplace and built-in hearth line the opposite wall. Along the curved outer corner, black-framed windows encircle a small desk and a sofa, offering views of the surrounding trees and distant hills. The living room, dining area, kitchen, and main bedroom each have direct garden access, extending the interior onto the surrounding lawn and timber decking.
At the centre of the outdoor space, a swimming pool winds its way to a raised spa, with sun loungers and parasols positioned at the outer edge to preserve the view of the open hillside. The pool is framed by two terrace areas that extend the home’s living spaces into the garden. The first is a long, open timber deck that spans the entire length of the residence, connecting the dining area directly to the deck via the Fleetwood doors, ensuring the pool remains visible from indoors. At the end of this deck, it transitions into a covered outdoor living room, shaded by a wood-panelled ceiling with a central skylight. A large sofa set and lounge chairs are arranged around a wooden table, whilst stone walls and wide openings connect the space to both the pool and the indoor living areas.
Beyond the pool and terraces, the 1.5-acre property stretches across expansive open lawns that follow the natural slope of the terrain. This grassy area opens to rolling hills and treelines, with a simple seating area positioned to enjoy the surrounding landscape. Additionally, the property includes a dedicated equestrian area on a lower level with a four-stall barn, a tack room, a feed room, and a corral.
For Betsey Johnson, her homes often served as an expression of her creativity, for which she is renowned in her fashion career. Whilst the reason for selling this Hidden Hills estate, after she has infused it with her creative touch, has not been disclosed, the decision opens the door for a new owner to acquire a private 1.5-acre property. It offers open interiors, disappearing glass walls, a pool, and lawns with hillside views, making it ideal for entertaining and providing an endless connection to nature.
- —Price: $7.5 Million
- —Location: Hidden Hills, California
- —Size: 4,300 square feet
- —Lot Size: 1.5 Acres
- —Bedrooms: 5
- —Bathrooms: 4.5
- —Special Features: Pool and spa, equestrian facility, four-stall barn, covered outdoor living room, smart home system, solar panels
