Casa El Greco
Santa Monica · Los Angeles · Photo & Film, Events
A John Byers Spanish villa on a Santa Monica bluff.
Casa El Greco is a historic Spanish-style villa in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, designed by renowned architect John Byers for Lewis Bradbury Jr. Set atop a bluff with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, this 100-year-old estate is available for film productions, photoshoots, brand campaigns, and private events. With its adobe walls, intricate tile work, and carved wood detailing, the property offers an authentic Old World backdrop ideal for cinematic storytelling.
The house
- Location
- Santa Monica · Los Angeles
- Rooms
- 3 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms
- Size
- Approx. 5,000 sq ft
- Built
- 1923 · architect John Byers
- Outdoor
- Central courtyard · gardens · brick motor court
Production
- Capacity
- Up to 45 crew · events up to 160
- Parking
- 7 cars on site
- Load-in
- Vans drop off at the gate (too narrow for trucks) · one step into the kitchen, otherwise step-free
- Hours
- 12-hour days
Why Casa El Greco
Spread across two expansive lots totaling approximately 15,000 square feet, with additional adjacent parcels preserving uninterrupted ocean views, the estate provides both scale and privacy for production use. A grand brick motor court framed by lush gardens leads to a gated entrance and a central courtyard inspired by El Greco’s residence in Toledo. Inside, a dramatic two-story foyer opens into a series of richly detailed interiors featuring hand-stenciled wood beams, soaring ceilings, and layered architectural character throughout.
Casa El Greco stands as one of Santa Monica’s most distinctive historic estates, offering a rare combination of architectural integrity, ocean views, and production-ready versatility.
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