Celeb Roundup: Lenny Kravitz, Nicholas Cage, “Bachelor” House, Jewel, and Mark Wahlberg

Nicholas Cage’s house
75 Gray Craig Rd, Middletown, RI 02842
For sale: $15.9 million
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Release the hounds! Actor Nicholas Cage’s stately 12-bedroom, 10-bath Rhode Island estate on 26 acres evokes the image of an English Manor, ready for tea, crumpets, and fox hunting. According to the Hartford Courant, Cage does not have the time to spend at his home, that he purchased in 2007 for $15.7 million.

Listing description (by Lila Delman Real Estate) - Nestled in the privacy of Paradise Valley, an inspiration for generations of American artists including William Trost Richards and a sanctuary of wildlife and natural beauty, Gray Craig is an estate of unparalleled refinement. Built in the tradition of the great English country manors, Gray Craig is an example of an expansive estate in perfect proportion to its natural surroundings. The setting for this remarkable home is stunning, 27+acres of lush landscape, dramatically extending to Nelson Pond with outstanding views of the Atlantic Ocean beyond.

Lenny Kravitz’s house
30 Crosby St, New York, NY 10013
For sale: $18,750,000
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After buying this SoHo duplex seven years ago for $7 million and undertaking a million-dollar remodel, singer-songwriter Lenny Kravitz (”Fly Away“) has listed it for sale, according to the New York Times.

Listing description by Corcoran — This spectacular duplex PH loft with 6000 SF of interior space and 3000 SF of outdoor space has been newly redesigned and renovated with no expense spared to create the most luxurious and important property downtown. The 1st level contains a grand entrance area w/ 2 powder rms, living rm w/ marble FPL, a large terrace w/ a WBF, Din Rm, Media Rm w/ full bth, and a gourmet state-of- the- art kitchen w/ bth. A suspended glass staircase leads to the 2nd level which features the Mstr BR w/ a sitting area, a huge Mstr Bth and 3 addtl. BRs each w/ their own bath. Another glass staircase leads to an enormous roof deck w/ a built in barbecue. There are two large outfitted storage rooms that are included in the sale. This loft is for the Connoisseur of First Class Luxury Living and Ultimate Entertaining.

“The Bachelor” house
2351 Kanan Rd, Agoura, CA 91301
For sale: $8,750,000
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If you’ve watched ABC’s “Bachelor” series, you might recognize sections of this Malibu-area home that was recently price-chopped down to $8.75 million from nearly $13 million, according to Wall Street Journal’s Private Properties.

Listing description (by Mark Miller of Barcode Properties) — This recently built, private drive, dual gated entry, Tuscan Villa of approximately 8,000 sq ft, sits on approximately 10 acres, is truly unparalleled in its design and construction. Also on the property sits a separate 4,000 sq ft accessory building/studio, complete with air conditioning, restrooms, and Internet capability: perfect for a home office or studio. Buying trips to Mexico, Morocco, India, and China have filled this mansion with many one of a kind architectural elements and details, impossible to replicate. From the hand carved Cantera stone fireplaces and fountains imported directly from Guadalajara, to the state of the art chef’s kitchen adorned in Sub Zero and Wolf appliances, no detail was left overlooked in this 6 bedroom, 9 bathroom estate.

Jewel’s house
8495 Hillside Ave, Los Angeles, CA
For sale: $1.75 million
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According to Big Time Listings, singer-songwriter Jewel has put her Hollywood Hills home on the market. What’s interesting is that Jewel purchased this modest home (by Hollywood standards) for $1.3 million in 2003 and five years’ later, she’s listing it for “just” $1.75 million, which doesn;t seem to be a big takeaway. Maybe Jewel just wants to sell so she can go ropin’ cattle with new hubby rodeo star Ty Murray.

Listing description (by RE/MAX) — Stunning city light views! Set high in the Hollywood Hills is this Spanish-style celebrity-owned home with character and style. Kitchen with island, Viking stove and Sub-Zero fridge. Master suite boasts a huge private deck overlooking the city. Large brick patio for relaxing and entertaining. Huge home office and 3-car garage. Ultra private with sprawling views! Includes 2 additional lots which offer a unique opportunity in the Hollywood Hills!

Mark Wahlberg’s house
9694 Oak Pass Rd, Beverly Hills, CA
For sale: $15.9 million
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Actor Mark Wahlberg, whose entry into stardom was with boy band New Kids on the Block, then, more significantly as rapper “Marky Mark,” has listed his Beverly Hills “play pad,” according to LA Times’ Hot Property. The workout-entertainment home comes with a 2,500 sq ft gym and boxing ring, a basketball court, pool/waterfall/grotto haven, putting green, and a state-of-the-art home theater. What else do you need?

Listing description (by John Bruce Nelson Associates) –  Privacy, unbelievable outdoor areas and gorgeous views. 15,000 SF of dramatic spaces, including an amazing 2 story private guest house, basketball court, 2500 SF gym with boxing rink and trainer’s quarter, lavish waterfall pool w/ grotto, cabanas wired for sound and flat screens. Newly constructed motor-court, Screening room/Theater appointed w/ high ceilings, 35mm digital projection technology, 2 luxurious living rooms, bedroom suites all opening to lush gardens and resort like settings..

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