I was there on January 12, 2008. It is a beautiful place. The gardens were so nice. The next time I go back I plan to take picnic lunch. I didn't like the fact that you couldn't go into the house. I believe that this would have made the trip to the estate so much better. I also think there needs to be more info. about the house.
Thanks for a great trip to LA.
Karen and Carl Henry

This massive mansion is a thrill to tour, which I have done three times on different occasions. It's great fun to imagine living in such grandeur and explore the extensive floors.

It was awsome. I am going back in November when they are going to open the Mansion for the public to walk though. I can't wait.

I fell in love with this place when I was merely 14 (1985) and found it by virtue of an older cousin. On one trip I even found a slightly open door and walked the entire mansion before someone seeing me and escorting me out. Shhhhhh. Don't tell. It's phenomenal. I never feel as truly tranquil anywhere as I did at the top of this ...

I grew up having famliy picnics at teh mansion. At that time all the doors were locked, but the waterfalls and ponds were all in working condiction. The grounds are beautiful.. I even appreciated them as a child! We slid down the huge hills as kids..it's a lost treasure, that I rarely tell people about. Selfish I guess...best kept secret! Out of towners woudl enhoy, and locals should should enjoy it while they still can.