Dreaming of an upscale lake house with a claim to fame? If you happen to have $3.3 million, Brian Wilson’s 4,500 sq ft lake house fits the bill. It’s located in Lake Arrowhead, California. It’s clean and luxurious, with a lakefront view befitting a beach boy.

This is the front view of the house with a set of steps leading to the main entrance underneath a balcony. These are then complemented by the lush landscaping of thick shrubs and tall trees. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com

This is a view of the foyer on the far side coming in from the glass doors. This tall area is topped with a chandelier and leads to the open-style interiors of the house. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com

This is the living room with a tall cathedral ceiling and a dark chandelier over the sofa set that faces the large fireplace on the far wall topped with a painting. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com

The dining area is just on the side of the staircase. It has a long wooden dining table surrounded by red patterned chairs and topped with a small dark chandelier. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com

This is the wooden deck terrace of the house overlooking the lake. It has an outdoor dining area and a grilling station surrounded by glass railings. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com

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The Lake House

The lake house is a beautiful mix of informal charm and upscale elegance. The 4,500 sq ft home has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. It has 3 stories. If you prefer not to take the stairs, each floor can be accessed via the elevator. The interior is decorated with white walls, painted wood ceilings, and rich hardwood floors. The tall ceilings and bright white give the rooms a light and airy feel, while the polished hardwood adds luxury. Circular rugs are found throughout the home.

A flight of steps leads to the front entrance of the home, surrounded by lush tropical landscape, with a two-level balcony overhead. The exterior of the home features vertical white wood planks and brown wood shingles.

The glass front doors lead to the foyer. It is round, with a high cone-shaped ceiling that sets the tone for the rest of the home. The living room is breathtaking. It has a cathedral ceiling with a dark antique style chandelier. There’s a large white fireplace on one wall. The other wall is filled with large picture windows and French doors that open onto a large deck. The home has an open floor plan and lots of large windows. Along with the high ceilings, the entire home feels airy and cheerful as well as classy.

Each level has its own terrace. There is an outdoor kitchen and dining area that overlooks the lake, perfect for small entertaining. One of the most interesting features is the solar-powered boat slip.

Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys

Brian Wilson is the leader of the Beach Boys. They began performing in 1961. A few years later, Surfin’ USA was a hit, and the Beach Boys were an icon. They essentially created the California Beach Music sound. Brian Wilson wrote more than 20 Top 40 hits for the band. He catapulted California’s beach culture into the spotlight and mainstream.

The Beach Boys is considered the 3rd most popular rock group, second only to The Beatles and Elvis. In fact, they ruled the airwaves until the Beatles hit American radio. Brian Wilson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988.

Lake Arrowhead Celebrity Destination

Lake Arrowhead has long been a destination for celebrities to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city since the early 1900s. It became a popular filming location, and actors liked the area so much they built vacation homes there. Residents of Lake Arrowhead have included Bugsy Segal, Michael Jackson, and Howard Hughes.

The mild weather and lakefront view make it a great getaway. It also offers plenty of recreational activities, including snow skiing, golf, water skiing, and fishing.

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