The $35M Real-Life Scarface House Is Even More Opulent Than in the Movie
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On the heels of news that Universal Pictures is moving forward with plans to remake the cult classic 1983 film Scarface comes word that the iconic home owned by character Tony Montana (Al Pacino) in the movie just went on the market in real life for a cool $35 million. If the price tag hasn't deterred you, you'll want to know that the four-bedroom, nine-bath estate isn't in Miami, as in the film. It's actually one of the real estate gems of Santa Barbara, CA.
Built by famed architect Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue in 1906, the mansion lives up to its big-screen reputation for opulence. It's filled with artistic details, such as gold-leaf painted ceilings, and elaborate tiling, woodwork, and carvings. Perhaps most breathtaking, however, are the elaborate custom pools and fountains that fill the 10-acre property. Browse through the photos to see every luxe detail. Source: Scarface/Universal Pictures, Village Properties/Christie's International Real Estate
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The Mediterranean revival home's grounds were once known as a botanical garden and still contain an impressive variety of century-old trees.
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The hand-painted ceiling of this dining room is truly a masterpiece.
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The home contains four beautifully appointed full baths and five half baths.
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Elaborate pools and fountains are the signature of the one-of-a-kind property.
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Scarface could cook many an elaborate meal in this kitchen.
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The home's four bedrooms are full of thoughtful details.
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Even the driveway is designed with aesthetics in mind.
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A herringbone brick path leads the way across these turquoise reflecting pools and toward a Roman-style temple.
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The columns and palm trees in this outdoor sitting area make it feel more like a luxurious resort than a private residence.
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This bathroom has an undeniably Mediterranean feel, fitting for the Santa Barbara climate.
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A narrow channel transports water from one location on the property to the next.
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Statues line the sprawling brick terrace.
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Even from this small sitting room, the views abound.
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French doors on both sides create an open-air feel in this living room.
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Each bathroom is more elaborate than the next.
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From the fireplace to the exposed beams, this room is a wonderful gathering place.