Wolf’s Lair: Hollywood’s Famous Castle

One of the most famous homes in Hollywood (and arguably, all of Los Angeles), Wolf’s Lair is a storybook castle with quite a legendary tale.

Wolf's Lair gatehouse and residence (California State Library)

Designed by homeowner Leslie Milton “Bud” Wolf around 1924, the five-bedroom French chateau-style residence is characterized by turrets, Juliet balconies, stained glass and gable windows, stone rampart, grotto with waterfall, nature preserve, even a clandestine tiki bar.

looking east from Wolf's Lair (California State Library)

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