A Legendary Address with Dodger Blue Roots
For fans of baseball and dreamy real estate alike, this Lake Sherwood estate isn’t just another luxurious home—it’s a piece of Major League history. According to Sotheby’s International Realty, none other than legendary Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully called this stately brick home his own from 2004 to 2010.
Public records reveal that the current sellers, who declined to comment, purchased the property from Scully in July 2010 for $3.1 million. Now up for grabs at a cool $7.5 million, it’s not just the price that’s climbed—the wow factor is very much intact.
Location, Location… Golf Course? Mountains?
Built in the year 2000, this 6,300-square-foot beauty sits on roughly 1.5 acres within the private community of Lake Sherwood. Flanked by the gentle curves of the Santa Monica Mountains and the lush fairways of the Sherwood Country Club’s Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, the home enjoys front-row views of the seventh fairway in front and the ninth at the back. So whether you’re watching eagles or, well, birdies of the golfing kind, you’ll do it in style.
Classic Interiors with a Touch of Sporty Flair
Step inside and you’re greeted by architecture that’s both timeless and welcoming:
- A double-height foyer sets the stage with a sweeping curved staircase worthy of dramatic entrances (award acceptance speeches optional).
- Handsome wooden built-ins and four fireplaces with intricately carved mantles add warmth, both literally and figuratively.
- A temperature-controlled wine closet promises your vintages will always be ready at bat.
- The four-car garage means plenty of room for a dream team of vehicles.
The floor plan includes five bedrooms and six and a half bathrooms, but the main suite is the real MVP. It features its own sitting area with a fireplace, a large private deck for California sunsets, and two bathrooms—complete with a steam shower, soaking tub, and even a dry sauna. It’s enough to make any homeowner feel like they’ve hit a home run.
Outdoor Spaces for Entertaining—and a Secret Baseball Tribute
The living room opens through French doors to a covered patio, which leads onto a built-in barbecue zone—perfect for grilling up Dodger Dogs or just unwinding with friends. The highlight, though, is the infinity pool. Look closely: at the bottom is a tiled baseball diamond, an unmistakable Scully signature that he had installed during his time at the property. Because why merely swim when you can swim over home plate?
The Man Behind the Mansion
Vin Scully, who passed away in 2022 at the remarkable age of 94, spent an astonishing 67 years as the Dodgers’ play-by-play announcer. He began his storied career in 1950 with the Brooklyn Dodgers and stayed the course when the team relocated to Los Angeles in 1958. Scully’s tenure with the Dodgers remains the longest of any professional sports broadcaster affiliated with a single team. Unsurprisingly, his achievements earned him a place in both the Baseball Hall of Fame and the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame.
With its mix of luxury, history, and unique personal touches, this California mansion doesn’t just tell a story—it broadcasts it, inning by inning, to everyone lucky enough to step inside.
Jack Mercer is a writer with a passion for American culture and everyday style. After spending years exploring the country’s hidden gems and fashion scenes, he found his voice sharing stories that celebrate the authentic spirit of modern America. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him hunting for vintage denim or enjoying a good bourbon on his front porch.
