Tucked into the Santa Monica Mountains and surrounded by dramatic canyon views, this private 9.54-acre creekside property offers a rare combination of privacy, history, and natural beauty just minutes from Westlake Village. Located near the end of a quiet dead-end canyon road, the 1,811-square-foot residence offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,… Read More and a spacious bonus room. The home blends its original character with thoughtful updates, including a completely remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, a center island, tile backsplash, and appliances installed in 2023, along with new tile flooring throughout much of the home. Additional improvements include a new well pump and updated well components in 2023, an updated septic system, and owned solar added in 2024. Outside, 9.54 acres unfold across the canyon with 100+ year-old live oaks, a seasonal creek and waterfall, fruit trees, abundant wildlife, several fenced enclosures and kennels, and expansive mountain views. A barn-style workshop provides additional space for projects, equipment, or storage, while the detached garage is complemented by an expansive private driveway with plenty of room for multiple vehicles, RVs, and more. Adding to the property’s unique history, this was the longtime home of renowned Hollywood animal trainer Hubert Wells. For decades, Wells lived and worked here alongside his exotic animals, training them for some of Hollywood’s most memorable films. The lions featured in the Oscar-winning Out of Africa were raised and trained here, along with animals for Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and Babe. The original lion kennel and chimpanzee house remain on the property, along with several additional kennels and enclosures with 8-foot fencing. The setting feels worlds away from Los Angeles, yet remains within reach of the 101 corridor, Thousand Oaks, Calabasas, Malibu, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. With its peaceful canyon setting, unique Hollywood history, and dramatic Santa Monica Mountain surroundings, 864 W Carlisle Road offers a rare opportunity to own something truly special. Read Less
Property listed by 1Vision Real Estate, Diego Magdaleno 714-681-1222
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
13
Last Updated
Property Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Beds
2
Full Baths
2
Square Ft.
1,811
Lot Size
9.52 Acres
Year Built
1974
MLS Number
PW26208077
Additional Details
Building
Built in 1974, Living area: 1811.0, Living area units: SquareFeet, 1 storey, Levels: One, Entry level: 1, Entry location: Ground Level w/Steps, Construction Materials: Stucco
Community
Foothills, Hiking, Mountainous, Ravine
Cooling
CentralAir
Energy Saving
Energy Generation: Solar
Fireplaces
LivingRoom
Floors
Carpet, Wood
Garage
2 spaces
Home Owner's Association
Association Fee: $0
Interior Features
AllBedroomsDown
Laundry
Inside
Lot
9.52 acres, LotOver40000Sqft, Secluded
Parking
2 total parking spaces, Garage, Oversized, Paved, Private, RvPotential, RvAccessParking
Pool
None
Property
Fixer, Other structures: Barns, Hills, Mountains, Rocks, Reservoir, River, CreekStream, TreesWoods
Sewer
SepticTypeUnknown
Taxes
Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 6940210680, Lot: A, Zoning: OS
Utilities
Water Source: Well
Water Features
Stream
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