Stacy Ann Ferguson, as we all know her: Fergie, the American singer, songwriter, rapper, and actress, recently sold her vineyard estate in Solvang, California. 

The estate was custom built to Fergie’s standards in 2013 and made for a decade full of fond memories of family, friends, music, and of course, wine. 

About Fergie’s Estate

Once you enter the gates to this magnificent estate, you will notice the well maintained landscaping that frames the property, including exterior stonework and a flight of stairs that connect the sunken driveway to the front door. 

The Mediterranean-style home boasts 5,456 square feet of living space which sits on a cul-de-sac lot of 6.27 acres. 

When you first enter the home, you are welcomed by a grand foyer giving way to a living room where guests may gather around a stone fireplace. The living room is accompanied by the nearby kitchen adorned with “custom walnut cabinetry, a top-of-the-line Wolf range, and a convenient breakfast bar.”

Dinner parties held in the formal dining room are sure to impress with a temperature controlled wine storage room and easily accessible powder room. The butler’s pantry is an added touch to make dinner parties even easier. 

New owners can choose between four large bedrooms: a master retreat of their dreams with panoramic views, a kitchenette with a sizable bathroom, and two additional ensuite bedrooms. 

The fourth bedroom, on the opposite side of the home, is discreetly tucked behind the kitchen and laundry room, offering the privacy expected of a guest room or for a housekeeper. 

Throughout the home are intentional visuals, including stone flooring, dark brown ceiling beams, and bifold glass doors, which allow for the most stunning views.  

Step outside to admire the views of Santa Ynez Valley and mountains from the wrap-around patios. A full outdoor kitchen is perfect for entertaining, and a fire pit keeps the gathering going into the evening. A built-in hot tub and several fountains almost offset the missing swimming pool. 

Best for last: the hillside vineyard! Here an immeasurable amount of Syrah wine has been produced. 

While offering extreme privacy, the estate is also a 5-minute drive from downtown. 

This Glamorous home has served as a collective for her family for the last decade. While her family resided in the property, Fergie’s father began a newfound dream of planting his own vineyard and creating his own wine label, which was born “Ferguson Crest.” 

After selling the home for $3.7 Million, The Dirt explains that Fergie resides in her Brentwood Hills mansions she has had since 2007. 

San Diego, California, June 8 – CHALK Digital today announced the acquisition of Unique Homes, the leading luxury property magazine, from duPont Publishing. The company will operate as an independent subsidiary, allowing it to continue its publication products, including the flagship Unique Homes and custom publications for leading real estate companies Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Coldwell Banker Real Estate, and Luxury Portfolio International.

The addition of industry-leading digital technologies from CHALK Digital will enable an entirely new generation of marketing services and integrated products found nowhere else.

Unique Homes, with 52 years of heritage serving the property marketing needs of luxury brands, brokers, and agents, is unmatched in understanding the needs of buyers and sellers across the luxury segment. The company’s print magazines and personalized direct-mail publication, The High End, are distributed in all 50 states and 80 countries internationally.

“We look forward to continuing the long tradition of exceptional print magazine publications that has been the hallmark of Unique Homes for over 50 years,” said Craig Hagopian, Chief Executive Officer of CHALK Digital. “We were especially excited that we were able to bring the entire editorial, production, and sales operations over to the newly established company to ensure a smooth customer transition. The addition of digital technology will significantly broaden our ability to bring awareness to the thousands of luxury property listings showcased in these magazines, which are a key resource for real estate brokerages and agents marketing properties for a very selective, and discerning, clientele. Property Technology, or PropTech, is an exciting growth opportunity for our business, and this acquisition further establishes our role as the leading provider of luxury property marketing.”

“Unique Homes has long been the most trusted brand in luxury property marketing, supporting the advertising needs of leading real estate agents nationwide” added Kathleen Carlin-Russell and Bruce Griset, Co-Publishers. “Our deep reach into the luxury segment and unparalleled access to the creative assets used to showcase luxury properties provide the ideal foundation for the extended digital reach that is quickly becoming an expected part of property marketing. The entire team welcomes the opportunity to work with such a forward-thinking digital company, and we look forward to further serving our large customer base with revolutionary new products adding extended visibility for these luxury properties.”

About Chalk Digital

CHALK Digital is an international provider of highly targeted and high-performing local advertising for the real estate, recruiting, education, restaurant, and automotive industries. Our comprehensive marketing technology platform integrates with our clients’ infrastructure, providing automated ad creation and execution to reach both existing customers and prospects with timely, relevant messaging.

About Unique Homes

Unique Homes is the real estate industry leader in providing visibility for luxury properties across the US, with 52 years of operating success. The company’s many publications provide brokers and agents with an unmatched residential showcase that reaches a highly prized audience of the most affluent home buyers. The company’s products are distributed through a combination of subscriptions, newsstand sales, direct mail, and insertion into other broad-interest publications.

For more information:

Contact: Michael Lang
Phone: (678) 575-0278
Email: Mike@ChalkDigital.com

By Jacquelyn Elliott

Helen Mirren, the highly acclaimed actress, and Taylor Hackford, the esteemed film director, have listed their Sunset Strip home for $17 Million. The Hollywood power couple originally listed their home in the Summer of 2021, when it went under contract, but the sale ultimately fell through in the Fall. 

The home has been listed by Joyce Rey and Stephen Apelian of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury.

Mirren and Hackford purchased the home in the 1980s. Built in 1911, the residence has only been called home by a total of 4 owners, exclusively Hollywood stars. The gated and secluded two-story single-family home is the perfect collaboration of luxury and privacy that any star could need. 

Sitting on a little over 6.5 Acres, the estate encompasses 8 bedrooms, 8 full bathrooms, and 3 half bathrooms. A total of 6 fireplaces can be enjoyed from the living room, great room, library, kitchen, family room, and master bedroom. The detailed interiors, 9-foot high ceilings, and french doors are all complimented by the panoramic views of the Los Angeles city lights, which can be seen from almost every room. 

Detached from the main home is a 3-bedroom guest house. Additionally, an office and an apartment sit above the 5-car garage. Stepping outside, residents may enjoy the views from the balcony or take a dip in the heated in ground pool. While this estate has little need for improvements, there is also room to place a tennis court in the yard.

Clearly fit for a star, the public record states the four previous owners as:

Dustin Farnum, the star of DeMille’s “Squaw Man”

Mark Hellinger, the writer/producer whose short story gave rise to Bogart/Cagney film “The Roaring Twenties”

Gail Patrick, the executive producer of the Perry Mason series and one of the first and most successful female producers in Hollywood

and finally, Helen Mirren and Taylor Hackford. 

Who will be next?

By Brigitte Sinoradzki

Philanthropist and Businesswoman Adrienne Arsht has sold her waterfront property on Miami’s Biscayne Bay after listing it in January for $150 million with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty. 

The compound, set on 4 acres featuring spectacular water views and two separate mansions, was sold for $106.875 million. This is the first time in Miami-Dade County’s history that a residential property has sold for an amount exceeding 8 figures.

Ashley Cusack, the listing agent of this extraordinary estate, worked closely with Ms. Arsht to find the perfect buyer to reside on the immaculate property. Ms. Cusack says, “It was an honor to work with Ms. Arsht in this endeavor and to have had the opportunity to represent this historic property. Her love and passion for her home was evident  from day one, and resonated strongly throughout our marketing period. I am incredibly grateful for the support of everyone who was involved in connecting the perfect buyer to this breathtaking property.”

The home is incredibly rich in charm, character, and history. It is a storied home with 2 primary dwellings and 2 guest homes, plus a variety of accessory buildings. With over 400 feet of waterfront, the new owner will not only enjoy stunning views of Biscayne Bay, but also of the commanding Miami skyline. In an unparalleled neighborhood of Miami — neighboring the Vizcaya Museum — the Arsht Estate has hosted countless dignitaries, celebrities, and philanthropic leaders. If walls could speak, this estate would have a lot to tell.

Arsht was quoted in a press statement saying, “As the steward of this beautiful property, I am proud to leave its legacy to the next generations of caretakers. May they also enjoy the breathtaking view!” 

This home sale broke the previous Miami-Dade record of $93 million set earlier this year when the founder of Intersystems bought three adjacent oceanfront homes in Golden Beach.

Mariah Carey, global pop superstar and the best-selling female musical artist of all time, has listed her Atlanta home for $6.5 million. The home is represented exclusively by Shanna Bradley of Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International in Atlanta.

Set on 4 private, gated acres in Atlanta’s tony Buckhead neighborhood, the Stephen Fuller-designed home offers the utmost in luxury. The beautiful nine-bedroom, nine-bath, four-half-bath home features 12,575 square feet of living space, including every amenity a discerning buyer could want: a custom kitchen, pool, pool house, tennis courts, home theater and workout room – even a recording booth.

The kitchen features a massive marble-topped island, bespoke cabinetry, appliances by ZLINE, Bosch and Sub Zero, and a sunny breakfast alcove. French doors in the kitchen lead to a backyard made for entertaining, with a heated pool, pool house and entertainment pavilion, tennis courts and a charming series of gardens.

A glamorous oversized primary bedroom suite includes a dressing room, private balcony, morning bar and a luxe fireplace surrounded by custom built-in cabinetry, as well as a lavishly appointed bath and an extra-large closet with custom shelving and storage.

The expansive terrace level offers a state-of-the-art home theatre, workout room, private guest suite and living room with fireplace. The living room opens to a large outdoor area which can be used for entertaining or a children’s play area. A recording booth can be found on the large third floor bonus level.

Finished to perfection, the home offers classic Southern architecture with intricate coffered ceilings and arched doorways throughout.

“With complete privacy and amazing amenities, along with graceful Southern architecture, this home is fit for the most discerning buyer,” said Bradley.

“I will always have a close connection to Atlanta! It was a perfect moment during COVID, but I will continue to spend time in New York City, my long-term residence,” said Carey.

The home will be shown by appointment only to pre-qualified buyers. Proof of funds is required prior to viewing.

About Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International

Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International is Atlanta’s top-selling luxury brokerage.  Ansley represents the best of the industry and operates with the utmost integrity.  Savvy, and entrepreneurial, Ansley creates opportunities for their clients and is consistently out front with tech, creative collateral, social media and brand.  Ansley gives a portion of each sale to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, currently benefitting the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center.