Six Homes with Entertainment Venues
These estates have private entertainment venues fit for world-class talent and great performances
technology usually referes to “home entertainment” these days, be it a smart AV system or a projection room for private screenings. In some luxury estates, however, the ultimate amenity is a beautifully designed space for a much more low-tech form of fun: live performances. Watching a dance company or musician perform in a private, intimate setting can be a unique treat. These estates in a wide array of magnificent locals have special places that set the stage for such one-of-a-kind performances.
Ranch Revue
Grandview, Texas
Even though The Oakland Ranch in Grandview, Texas, isn’t far from the vibrant music scenes of Fort Worth and Dallas, residents and their guests need not venture any farther than the estate’s own lush grounds for a night of classic sounds. Tucked behind the majestic five-bedroom residence, a performance stage has its own professional-grade sound system and lighting as well as a full dance floor. Next to the stage, a party pavilion and picnic area provide space to accommodate hundreds of guests. The party pavilion is a covered outdoor platform with a rustic-chic corrugated metal roof, and the windswept landscape surrounding the property is cinematic in its beauty. A full bar and an outdoor kitchen with two smokers allow for easy casual entertaining.
Caribbean Concert
Cayman Islands
Idyllic Grand Cayman is the setting for The Peninsula Estate at Crystal Harbor, a 25,000-square-foot home with its own amphitheater overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The Peninsula Estate has six bedrooms plus custom-designed SMART technology throughout, making any adjustments in lighting, temperature, or audio levels seamless and unobtrusive. The grounds include a barbecue area, more than 20 terraces, an entertaining and dining area, and a circular performance area at the tip of the property. With spectacular outdoor space and a private indoor theater as well, The Peninsula Estate is ready for its close-up, rain or shine.
Seaside Serenade
Punta del Este, Uruguay
The Uruguayan resort city of Punta del Este is known for its miles of spectacular beaches and pristine coastline. Los Primos, the largest property of its kind in the region, takes full advantage of its waterfront perch by offering two distinct vistas. To the east, the residence faces the Atlantic. To the west, the estate faces the nearby pine forest and its own landscaped amphitheater, an ideal setting for concerts and performances at any time of year. For all its proximity to nature, Los Primos is strikingly modern. Designed by renowned architect Pachi Firpo with interiors by Jack Setton, the property is very secluded and has its own private entrance off the closest main road. Its beach is nearly private, and the green amphitheater is quiet and serene. Los Primos offers a highly compelling place to host and enjoy a performance under the stars.
Tenerife Till Dawn
Canary Islands, Spain
The picturesque island of Tenerife has just one villa, and it’s a showstopper. Located near the resort of Playa de las Américas, this five-story, eight-bedroom estate has spectacular ocean views, ample room for guests, and its own entertainment space with dance floor on the ground level. Outdoor amenities include a heated swimming pool, barbecue area, and sauna as well as three large terraces. While the residence has a classic Mediterranean look thanks to its warm terracotta exterior and white balustrades, its interior is sleek and modern.
Music of the Spheres
Théoule-sur-Mer, France
Unique in all the world, the “Palais Bulles”—also known as the “Bubble House”—in France’s Côte d’Azur was designed by Hungarian architect Antti Lovag. The legendary estate of the French fashion designer Pierre Cardin, who created the “Bubble Dress” in 1954, the 13,000-square-foot residence is made up of spherical “pods” that connect through circular and oval doorways. Just as dazzling as the design is the structure’s exquisite location overlooking the Bay of Cannes. The estate has 10 bedroom suites and numerous reception areas as well as a 500-seat waterfront auditorium. With a venue that size, the Bubble House could host an international ballet company or orchestra.
Lakeside Leisure
Lake Winnipesaukee
Longview, a vast New Hampshire estate on Lake Winnipesaukee, has numerous compelling features. Made up of three lots with two large residences, it offers a total of 63,000 square feet of interior living space. The property also has its own lakefront tea house as well as a barn with natural wood and stone finishes that is devoted to entertaining. The fully landscaped grounds include a guest cottage plus grass tennis courts, stone boathouses, and an outdoor amphitheater with lake views. A helicopter pad allows for the ultimate in privacy and security during residents’ and guests’ arrivals and departures.
