Introduction to Spelling Manor
Spelling Manor, one of L.A.’s largest mansions, can lay claim to a tie for the market’s priciest deal of the year after selling for $110 million on Thursday.
The trade, which was recorded in the MLS, puts 594 South Mapleton Drive on par with the May sale of 630 Nimes Road in Bel-Air.
Carolwood Estates CEO Drew Fenton represented the seller, reportedly a Saudi national who has yet to be identified publicly. Meanwhile, Carolwood’s Linda May represented the mystery buyer, according to MLS records.
Carolwood did not respond to requests for comment on the deal Thursday evening.
The Brokerage Behind the Deal
The double-ending of Spelling Manor marks another notch in the belt of Beverly Hills-based Carolwood, which was founded in November 2022 by Fenton, Chief Marketing Officer Ed Leyson and Managing Broker Nick Segal.
The brokerage’s name is all over 2025’s priciest deals in Los Angeles County, which takes in the City of Los Angeles and pricey enclaves such as Bel-Air and Brentwood, as well 87 smaller municipalities, a roster that includes high-end fixtures Beverly Hills, Malibu and Santa Monica, among others.
Fenton, along with Westside Estate Agency co-founder Kurt Rappaport, also represented former Crown Resorts chair James Packer’s $110 million purchase of the Nimes Road property. Carolwood was on the sell side of the Nimes Road deal, with Stephen Resnick, Jonathan Nash, David Parnes and James Harris representing a limited liability company tied to L.A. asset management firm European Investment Management Services Inc.
Other Notable Deals
The brokerage was also involved in the $86 million off-market sale of 391 North Carolwood Drive, the previous top sale for this year. That’s in addition to this year’s next priciest trades at 1028 Ridgedale Drive in Beverly Hills for $60 million in April and 942 North Alpine Drive in Beverly Hills for $51.8 million.
Spelling Manor last traded for nearly $120 million in 2019 and hit the market in 2022 for $165 million. It’s gone on and off the market since then, and was most recently listed for $137.5 million.
Features of Spelling Manor
The French chateau-style megamansion counts 14 beds and 27 baths that borders the Los Angeles County Club. Often referred to as The Manor, the home totals more than 56,000 square feet on 4.7 acres, according to the listing. Among the highlights are a beauty salon, bowling alley, rose gardens and screening room.
Spelling built the sprawling estate in 1990. Formula One heiress Petra Ecclestone then paid $85 million for it in 2011, shelling out a reported $20 million on various upgrades before placing it back on the market in 2018 for $175 million.
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Conclusion
The sale of Spelling Manor for $110 million marks a significant deal in the Los Angeles real estate market, tying with the May sale of 630 Nimes Road in Bel-Air as the priciest deal of the year. The brokerage behind the deal, Carolwood Estates, has been involved in several high-profile transactions in 2025, solidifying its position as a major player in the luxury real estate market.
FAQs
Q: How much did Spelling Manor sell for?
A: Spelling Manor sold for $110 million.
Q: Who represented the seller and buyer in the deal?
A: Carolwood Estates CEO Drew Fenton represented the seller, and Carolwood’s Linda May represented the mystery buyer.
Q: What are some of the notable features of Spelling Manor?
A: The French chateau-style megamansion has 14 beds and 27 baths, a beauty salon, bowling alley, rose gardens, and screening room, among other highlights.
Q: How much did Spelling Manor last trade for?
A: Spelling Manor last traded for nearly $120 million in 2019.
