The Crown Jewel, owned by prolific actor and director Corbin Bernsen, is up for sale for $1.95 million. Located in Hollywood Hills, this property was build in 1936 and comes with a lot of history. He inherited the house from his godfather, Beach Dickerson.
This is the living room that has a sofa, two armchairs and a coffee table across from the fireplace that has an earthy tone to it making it stand out against the bright beige walls and ceiling. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
The living room has a beige marble top coffee table that stands on a patterned area rug over the light hardwood flooring. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This view of the living room showcases the beige cove ceiling that has recessed lights as well as a pendant light that hangs over the coffee table. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
A few steps from the living room is the dining area with the same light hardwood flooring at the living room. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
The dining area has a long rectangular wooden dining table surrounded by beige chairs that blend with the walls and ceiling brightened by the windows. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is the kitchen that has gray cabinetry to match with the stainless steel appliances and the gray and white checkered flooring. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This other view of the main house’s kitchen shows the other end of the kitchen where the fridge is placed in its own section by the glass door on the far end. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is the primary bedroom with a large bed flanked by thin windows, bedside tables and table lamps. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
There is a fireplace on the side of the bed next to the door of the bathroom and the archway to the sitting area. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This other bedroom has a large lounge chair across from the bed by the glass doors that lead to the outdoor areas. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
The primary bathroom has a large two-sink vanity topped with two mirrors and wall lamps. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is a close look at the walk-in shower area of the bathroom with beige tiles and stainless steel fixtures. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This other bathroom has a small white wooden vanity on the side the alcove of the bathtub and shower area. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is the home office that has a wooden desk and a wooden chair that stand out against the bright beige walls and ceiling of its alcove that has a row of windows. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is the exterior of the wooden guest house of the compound. It has a wooden walkway on the second level that is connected to the other structures of the compound. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Upon entry of the guest house, you are welcomed by this simple foyer with consistent wooden tones on its walls, tall cathedral ceiling and cabinet. There is also a small fireplace on the side of the glass doors. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is the view of the living room area of the guest house with a sofa and a coffee table on the side of the wooden ladder leading to the loft bedroom above. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is a close look at the kitchen of the guest house with wooden walls and beamed ceiling that blend with the cabinetry that makes the stainless steel appliances stand out. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is the bedroom of the guest house with a cottage bed that stands out against the wooden walls and hardwood flooring. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is the view of the windows from the bed. You can also see here the beamed ceiling with modern lighting. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
A few steps from the edge of the pool is the glass door entrance to The Pool Room adorned with a potted plant on the side. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is a close look at the rustic wooden signage label of The Pool Room hanging over the entry doors. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is a look at the swimming pool area from the vantage point of the pool house interior that has wooden walls and terracotta tiles. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This side of the house has an outdoor dining area with a wooden cabana to pair with the wooden dining table and benches. You can also see here the exterior walls of the house adorned by the planters lining the walls. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is a look at the large swimming pool of the house bordered with terracotta bricks that contrast the bright exterior walls of the house adorned by the glass doors and windows. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is a closer look at the semi-circular spa-type pool at the edge of the swimming pool. This is surrounded by terracotta bricks that also makes up the walkway. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is a nighttime aerial view of the property that faces the cliff. Here you can see the warm glow of the various glass doors and windows that come from the interior lights of the house. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is an illustrative representation of the whole property showcasing the different sections. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Located in Laurel Canyon, the house has been visited over the past by many actors, writers, and directors. Imagine the conversations at this house! The property boasts four structures for a total of four bedrooms and four bathrooms. In the main house, one can find a kitchen, dining room, two bedrooms, a living room with a fireplace, and large windows with panoramic views of the hillside and the city beyond.
The floors are a beautiful wood finish. The other buildings consist of an A-frame guesthouse with a kitchenette and a lovely hillside bungalow named “El Nido de Nestor” after the cinematographer Nestor Almendros, who lived there for a long time.
With so many tales to tell, it’s no wonder the property comes along with a story. It all started when actor Beach Dickerson introduced Corbin Bernsen’s parents. Afterward, the two were struggling young actors right after the birth of Corbin. In fact, they didn’t even have enough money to pay the medical bills.
It was Beach who helped them. In the meantime, Dickerson, knowing that acting was not a reliable source of income, began to develop property in the area. As Bernsen grew up, Beach would put him on construction jobs. When Bernsen turned 17, Beach gave him a piece of property to fix up so he could keep all the profits, which helped pay for college. All together, Beach Dickerson owned 18 homes in Laurel Canyon.
Inspired by his profit of $12,000 from fixing up the property given to him by Dickerson, Bernsen was hooked and continued to flip houses. In fact, he and his wife, Amanda. lovingly restored The Crown Jewel to its original splendor, with modern conveniences, of course.
After inheriting the house, Bernsen didn’t actually take possession of it for the first 14 years. Instead, they let Scotty Bowers, a friend of Beach Dickerson, live there until he died. This was a generous gesture, to say the least. The house sits tucked into a hill and is rather cozy.
Not as spacious as some of the houses in the other area, this piece of property comes with immense charm and wonderful history. Some might even say the house has such great vibes it’s a good luck charm. We just hope its next owner is as wonderful as the previous ones.
The listing agents for this property are The Agency of Max Nelson of Compass and Daniel Stevenson, both of which are located in Beverly Hills.
Corbin Bernsen is known for such films as The Santa Trap, Spacejacked, Tidal Wave: No Escape, Young Hearts Unlimited, and many more.
