WHITE CUBE HILLSIDE HOME, SAIL DECK & PLUNGE

Three levels of crisp white stucco stepping up a brushy hillside, dark grey window trim punching geometry into the facade, palm fronds softening every corner — this place reads as Southern California modern with just enough resort DNA to make it genuinely versatile on camera. The exterior alone gives you at least three distinct visual environments without moving a truck: the street-level garage approach flanked by tall palms, the mid-level wraparound deck shaded by stretched canvas sail panels, and the poolside courtyard tucked behind warm cedar-clad walls. Natural light here is generous and directional — mornings flood the west-facing deck with cool diffused sky glow, while late afternoon drops golden hour warmth across the pool deck and white stucco walls in a way that practically color-grades itself. Production crews will appreciate the on-site parking footprint, a clear loading path from street to interior, and the multi-level layout that allows second unit work or holding to run simultaneously without crossing main unit. Sound is surprisingly contained — the hillside acts as a natural buffer, and the courtyard pool area feels acoustically sheltered. Inside, the palette is almost entirely white and light warm wood — wide-plank light oak flooring throughout, high flat ceilings with recessed lighting, and bedrooms that feel both clean and editorial. One master suite leans into a coastal boho direction with woven wall hangings, a warm wood dresser, and soft stripe area rugs over the oak floors — a ready-made set for lifestyle content, influencer shoots, or a character's lived-in personal space. The second bedroom reads crisper, more minimal, with pops of blush and a grey upholstered bed against bright white walls and a wide triple window pulling in greenery from the hillside — excellent for beauty, fashion, or any narrative requiring a sense of calm, light-filled domestic space. Both bathrooms deliver distinct visual stories: one is a contemporary spa moment with full Calacatta marble-look tile, a deep soaking tub, and frameless glass walk-in shower with matte black hardware — genuinely striking and highly photographable. The second bath is more boutique-hotel in feel, with taupe mosaic accent tile, a floating vanity, and glass-enclosed shower — polished without being cold. The outdoor spaces are where this property truly separates itself from the stack. The main deck is a wide timber-plank platform — warm teak-toned decking, a long weathered wood dining table with rope-back chairs, and a sail shade canopy that creates that sun-dappled, filtered light beloved by still photographers and DP's alike. Slide open the French doors and you've got seamless indoor-outdoor flow for a scene, an editorial spread, or a brand shoot. Drop down to the pool courtyard and the production value doubles — a plunge pool glowing aqua against white stucco walls, an outdoor bar station with slatted cedar millwork and stainless grill, string lights overhead between exposed wood beams, and full palm plantings giving it a private-resort feel. At dusk, this courtyard is genuinely cinematic — the sail canopy catches the last pink light, the pool goes luminous, and the whole space holds a magic-hour window that runs longer than you'd expect given the hillside orientation. For events, this property operates on a completely different level than typical residential location rentals. The multi-deck layout creates natural flow for brand activations, intimate corporate dinners, product launches, and private celebrations — guests can move from interior lounge to shaded dining deck to pool bar without ever feeling stacked or crowded. The outdoor bar is fully functional and purpose-built, making catering logistics straightforward. The pool courtyard handles a cocktail hour beautifully, and the upper deck works as a seated dining or presentation zone. It's the kind of space that photographs well under both natural and artificial light, which matters enormously for event documentation, social content capture, or live-stream production. Pricing Pricing is based on the total number of cast and crew or guests, as well as the areas you plan to use during production or events. Rates listed are for a single area only, and additional areas will need to be discussed and agreed upon. Let's jump on a call ASAP to discuss your needs—we strive to be as budget-friendly as possible! Recommended For 1. Lifestyle and editorial photo shoots 2. Fashion and beauty campaigns 3. Music video productions 4. Indie film and TV drama scenes (bedroom, bathroom, outdoor) 5. Luxury real estate or hospitality brand content 6. Influencer and social media content days 7. Corporate retreats and intimate off-site meetings 8. Brand activations and product launches 9. Private dinners and cocktail events 10. Commercial advertising — automotive, wellness, apparel Production Features 1. Multi-level layout with three distinct exterior environments 2. Wide-plank light oak flooring throughout interior 3. High flat ceilings with recessed lighting — minimal practical interference 4. Teak-toned hardwood pool deck with plunge pool and aqua-lit water 5. Dual sail shade canopy systems over deck and pool courtyard 6. Outdoor bar station with cedar slatted millwork and built-in stainless grill 7. Full Calacatta marble-look master bath with soaking tub and frameless glass shower 8. French door indoor-outdoor access points on multiple levels 9. On-site vehicle parking for production vehicles and talent 10. Acoustically sheltered pool courtyard buffered by hillside and timber fence Top 10 Best Things About This Location 1. The pool courtyard at dusk is one of the most naturally cinematic outdoor sets available — white stucco, glowing water, string lights, palm fronds, and a pink sky that holds longer than expected 2. Three visually distinct environments on one property — street/palm facade, shaded dining deck, private pool bar courtyard — no truck movement required between setups 3. Both master bathrooms are genuinely camera-ready and tell completely different visual stories, giving productions two distinct bath sets in one location 4. The sail shade canopy system creates soft, directional, filtered light that works beautifully for stills and motion without additional diffusion 5. Seamless indoor-outdoor flow via French doors on the main deck level — ideal for continuous takes moving from interior dining to exterior 6. The all-white and warm wood interior palette is an art director's base canvas — minimal dressing required for most lifestyle and editorial briefs 7. The outdoor bar is functional and purpose-built, a rare feature that dramatically simplifies event catering and production craft service logistics 8. Hillside backdrop on the exterior shots provides natural green depth and an identifiably Southern California visual signature 9. Bedroom variety — boho-warm and minimal-crisp — means two distinct character spaces are ready to shoot back to back 10. The property photographs with equal strength under natural daylight, magic hour, and artificial/string light — a location that works a full production day without losing visual quality Tags modern hillside home, contemporary architecture, white stucco exterior, dark grey window trim, outdoor pool, plunge pool, sail shade canopy, teak wood deck, hardwood decking, indoor-outdoor flow, French doors, outdoor bar, cedar millwork, palm trees, hillside backdrop, boho bedroom, marble bathroom, soaking tub, frameless glass shower, lifestyle photography, fashion shoot, music video, brand activation, product launch, cocktail event, golden hour, magic hour lighting, string lights, resort aesthetic, Southern California modern