Uniquely Malibu: Nick Nolte's Malibu Compound

Actor Nick Nolte, a long-time Malibu resident, has listed his Bonsall Canyon home for sale. This legendary Malibu Estate is steeped in rock and movie history. The home’s celebrity pedigree includes having been owned by Tommy Chong, Don Felder of the Eagles and music producer David Foster.

The home is surrounded by sycamores, corrals and pines and sits on approximately 2 flat acres in a scenic area near Zuma Beach. The grounds are manicured and green with different outdoor spaces to relax and or enjoy the serenity that this private, gated estate has to offer.

The home features 19" vaulted ceilings, skylights, six massive stone and carved wood fireplaces, Italian marble floors with wood inlay, mahogany French doors and windows, spacious dining area/den and chef's kitchen and one bedroom suite. Upstairs is a master suite with sitting room, two fireplaces, library/office and breathtaking views of the grounds. There are four bedrooms in the main home.

This expansive home is nearly 6,000 sq. ft. of living space. There is a detached 2 bedroom 3 bath guest house with two fireplaces and separate entrances.

A press release described this house as where a number of classic hits were written and recorded -- including albums for the band Chicago. The guest house is currently staged by Malibu Staging Company. This property also features a lighted tennis court, lagoon pool and spa.

 Jane Kellard with Westside Estates Agency-Malibu is the listing agent for this property. Jane said, “From the moment you open the gates you enter into a private magical getaway that fosters inspiration and beauty...it is the perfect combination of simple traditional elegance with a whimsical flair and easiness about it. It is the ultimate Malibu compound... an artist’s paradise.”

This home is currently listed for sale at $8.25 million. For more information contact Jane Kellard at 310-989-1200 or janekellard@gmail.com.