The Paul Schrader-directed movie, The Canyons, may have been slammed by critics when it first came out in 2013, but it still has people talking about it well over a decade later.
The low-budget movie, a unique collaboration between household names like novelist Bret Easton Ellis (American Pshyco, Less Than Zero), and director Paul Schrader (Taxi Driver, American Gigolo), had Lindsay Lohan playing the central role — with her performance receiving stellar reviews, even as the film scored a 21% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Nevertheless, one of the most memorable parts of the movie was the home featured at the center of the action, a contemporary Malibu home with minimalist finishes and killer views.
And now, moviegoers that have been charmed by The Canyons house have the opportunity to make it their own — provided they have a good budget: the house is now on the market for $7,250,000, with Compass’ Russell Grether and Tony Mark representing the property.
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A modernist Malibu retreat
Beyond its starring role in a Lindsay Lohan-led movie, the Malibu house can hold its own weight.
With its standout modernist architecture, a coveted location atop a promontory that affords it with ocean views, and a total of 4 structures — including a pool house that’s been rated as the #1 Airbnb in Malibu by the Los Angeles Times — the house is far from your ordinary listing.
Set on a promontory with wide-ranging views
Located at 21940 Lamplighter Lane in Malibu, Calif., the house sits on a promontory overlooking Carbon Mesa and the Pacific.
“The setting of this home is incredibly unique, situated on its own promontory,” listing agent Russell Grether tells us. “The private road access makes all of Malibu easily accessible while having true panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding untouched mountains.”
Surrounded by untouched terrain
Surrounded by untouched terrain on over 12 pristine acres, the compound offers unparalleled privacy and unobstructed views of the ocean, Catalina, Channel Islands, and surrounding undeveloped canyons.
It consists of four separate structures
The property consists of the main house and two-car garage, a pool house with rental potential, a detached carport, and a separate studio workspace.
Design inspired by the works of Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe
The home’s modernist design pays tribute to some of the style’s chief proponents, including Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, known as Le Corbusier, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, two of the best-known pioneers of modern architecture.
Designed by Vitus Mataré
The interiors bear the signature of renowned local designer Vitus Mataré, whose Malibu-based firm, Vitus Mataré & Associates, Inc. specializes in classic modernist residential design — and often tackles technically challenging projects.
Minimalist yet warm interiors
The entry connects to a multi-level atrium of vaulted wood ceilings, which facilitates a natural airflow of ocean breezes throughout the home.
Ocean views from every room
The entire residence provides an elegant balance of open areas for entertaining and zones offering privacy and tranquility with extensive views from every room.
The house once graced the cover of Vogue
According to Realtor.com, the house’s movie appearance in The Canyons isn’t its only claim to fame. It was also featured on the cover of Vogue magazine as the site of a haute fashion shoot.
The pool house is the #1 Airbnb in Malibu
But the main house isn’t the only draw; the pool house is a highly popular rental, highlighted as “One of the most loved homes on Airbnb, according to guests” on the vacation rental platform.
The pool house is also a regular presence on all rankings of best Malibu rentals, and was recently rated as the #1 Airbnb in Malibu by the L.A. Times’ Timeout Travel Section.
Also included in the price: a nearly 9-acre neighboring lot
The sale includes the neighboring lot at 2620 Coal Canyon Road totaling approx. 8.79 acres and coveted access rights via the gated road on Rambla Pacifico, allowing access to PCH in just under 5 minutes.
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