Entire Venue at The Houdini Estate
About this space
*Due to scheduled renovations, we are not taking reservations, providing tours, or booking events or photography at this time.*
This centrally located, $15 million private landmark can be all yours short term. Our gardens are fresh and green all year thanks to our natural water spring. The property provides a unique and exclusive way to escape the banality of the usual hotels.
In addition to enjoying the historic house beautifully decorated according to Houdini’s era, you will experience the magic of mature, century-old trees in five acres of romantic gardens tended by 15 gardeners; intriguing artwork in unexpected places; seasonally curated flowers; fabulous sunny and shady photographic vistas; nine outdoor terraced levels for entertainment, meals, and ceremonies; hours of hiking trails; hidden passageways; a three-story waterfall, and outdoor and indoor spas.
Your guests will never be bored. All of this in famed Laurel Canyon, two traffic lights from Hollywood Blvd. When your celebration is at the mythical Houdini Estate, don't expect empty chairs - people do come, and will remember your event for a lifetime.
Prices
Weekend night for up to 15 people: $3,750 (Friday-Saturday);
Weekday night for up to 15 people: $1,750 (Sunday-Thursday);
Early access, if available, at 11 a.m.: $1,750;
Each additional group of up to 10 people beyond 15: $3,000;
Extra rollaway bed: $99 each;
Outdoor heater: $99 each;
Pool heating: $99 each day, starting the day before;
City tax: 14% of only the overnight portion of the rent;
For a live band with instruments or amplification, the surcharge is $5,000;
Private photography or filming sessions at the property are available from Sunday to Friday. Saturdays can be reserved only within 30 days of the desired date, not before. The minimum charge is $1,796 for up to 4 hours for up to 15 people. If you wish to shoot inside the house, there is an additional $500 charge;
Events receive a 20% discount of the event rate in January, 15% discount in February, and a 10% discount in March;
A 10% non-refundable reservation fee, with a $2,000 minimum, holds your desired dates; however, with a 10% handling charge, the rental date can be changed. The first third of the remaining balance is due 30 days after paying the reservation fee; the second third is due 120 days before your arrival, and the last payment is due no later than 90 days prior to the rental. Shorter reservation times require total payment upfront. Checks, wires, credit cards and cash are accepted. Weddings need a 40% security deposit or a maximum $10,000; other events require a 100% security deposit. There is no 3.75% charge on a reservation deposit paid with a credit card.
Capacity
Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Accessibility
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Host rules
The fenced and gated Estate can park 50 cars for a typical gathering and up to 150 cars with a valet. For events with more than 250 people, shuttles, Uber, and Lyft should be used. You can host up to 1,200 people at the property.
We provide The Estate and its engineering support staff; there are no up-sales. You have the creative freedom to bring your own caterers, musicians, equipment, rentals, and decorations. We’re also happy to make vendor suggestions and help you plan your event.
Outdoor amplified music up to 90 decibels is allowed until 10 p.m. per city ordinance with semi-silent disco afterward; indoor music can go until 1:30 a.m.
You are welcome to arrive at 3 p.m. to prepare The Estate, have a celebration, spend the night before or after your event, and enjoy the property until the 11 a.m. departure. If available, you may book a half day if you need additional time.
Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day
About The Houdini Estate
The Houdini Estate is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.
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