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Drop anchor in a boathouse in the Hollywood Hills? Check out this week’s Friday Find. boathouse
This one-of-a-kind three-level Norwegian Boathouse is a mid-century masterpiece set against a dramatic backdrop of panoramic views overlooking the Hollywood Sign and city lights below.
But what exactly is a boathouse?
In Los Angeles, the Boathouses are a small collection of unique hillside homes located in the Cahuenga Pass area of the Hollywood Hills.
They were designed by renowned architect Harry Gesner and built in 1959 by Norwegian boatbuilders, who used hand axes to construct the homes — which is how they earned the name “Boathouses.”
These homes are famous for their distinctive A-frame shapes, interior wood paneling, nautical-inspired design, and breathtaking views.
The Boathouses are located along Pacific View Drive and Woodrow Wilson Drive and have become some of the most unique architectural homes in the Hollywood Hills.
The home featured in this Friday Find offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 2,400 square feet of living space.
Inside, the home showcases dramatic cathedral-style windows, accentuated rooflines, and beautiful mid-century architectural details.
The property also includes:
• two upper-level decks
• a glass-encased lower level
• three gas fireplaces
• a den with a cozy writer’s nook
And just how rare are these homes?
Only 12 Boathouses were ever built in Los Angeles, and they rarely come on the market.
This unique Hollywood Hills property is offered for $1,895,000.
If you have questions about this home or would like to schedule a private showing, feel free to reach out. And if you ever have questions about Los Angeles real estate, I’m always here to help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hollywood Hills Boathouses
What are the Boathouses in the Hollywood Hills?
The Boathouses are a small group of architecturally unique homes located in the Cahuenga Pass area of the Hollywood Hills designed by architect Harry Gesner in 1959.
How many Boathouses were built in Los Angeles?
Only twelve Boathouses were built in Los Angeles, making them extremely rare architectural homes.
Who designed the Boathouses?
The Boathouses were designed by architect Harry Gesner and built by Norwegian boatbuilders using traditional woodworking techniques.
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,400 Sq Ft | Hollywood Hills | Harry Gesner Architecture | $1,895,000
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