Gene Autry’s Landmark Estate in Studio City’s Fryman Canyon
September 28, 2010
The gated Monterey-style estate much loved by legendary cowboy, actor, singer, businessman Gene Autry is being offered for sale for the first time ever. Built in 1948 by Autry, who was also the former owner of the California Angels, the estate is located on 3.68 acres of forested grounds with viewing balconies looking out across the San Fernando Valley.
The gated Monterey-style estate much loved by legendary cowboy, actor, singer, businessman Gene Autry is being offered for sale for the first time ever. Built in 1948 by Autry, who was also the former owner of the California Angels, the estate is located on 3.68 acres of forested grounds with viewing balconies looking out across the San Fernando Valley.
Barbara and Nichelle Robinson of Hilton & Hyland have the listing with Connie Nelson of Coldwell Banker, Studio City. The property is currently owned by Jackie Autry, who was married to Mr. Autry for 17 years until his death in 1998.
“Mrs. Autry's home for so many years, it is filled to the brim with happy memories,” says Nichelle Robinson, one of the agents representing the property. “Mr. Autry built the house to share good times with their loved ones and with their many good friends. Now, Mrs. Autry believes it is time to pass the home on to those who can enjoy it as it was meant to be enjoyed.”
The approximately 8,000 square foot main residence is appointed with five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a grand living room, a family room with a wetbar, and an expanded library and media room with vintage one- inch thick walnut paneling. A spacious formal dining room is served by a cook’s center-island kitchen and butlers’ pantry.
A fireplace graces the master suite which also offers generous closets space and dual his and her baths. A full guest casita, a grand pool, and an outdoor entertainment center with a fireplace are additional features of the estate. The property—further embellished with winding paths, manicured lawns, and flower gardens—is absolutely private yet located just minutes to major studios and the Westside.
The property may also be purchased furnished—which includes valuable and personalized treasures representing the many facets of Gene Autry’s long life—for an additional cost.