Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom in Hollywood, California in August 2019.Photo:Steve Granitz/WireImage
Steve Granitz/WireImage
Katy PerryandOrlando Bloomare currently involved in a legal battle over their$15 million Santa Barbara home.
A few days after the singer and her actor fiancé purchased their 1930s mansion in July 2020, the seller, an 84-year-old business entrepreneur named Carl Westcott, asked to rescind the contract.
The issue has been brought to a non-jury trial that began on Wednesday and will continue next week. Here’s everything to know about the impressive Montecito property that at its center.
Views of the Pacific ocean and Montecito mountains taken in February 2018.George Rose/Getty
George Rose/Getty
Westcott — whose daughter-in-law isReal Housewives of Dallasreality starKameron Westcott— originally bought the home for $11.25 million in May 2020.
Initially, real estate agent Nate Smith, who representedMaria Shriver, expressed interest in the house for $13 million, but that same day Westcott countered the offer for $13.5 million, Westcott’s real estate agent Cristal Clarke testified, adding that Westcott rescinded the offer hours later after she told him he could get more.
The following day, Westcott underwent surgery in Dallas, and Clarke allegedly called Perry’s real estate agent to let her know Westcott was willing to sell his home. The singer — who upped her initial offer of $13.5 million to $15 million — had viewed the property in the spring time before Westcott purchased it, and shortly after, she inquired about buying it from Westcott for almost $4 million over the original sale price, according to Clarke’s testimony.
The 9,285-square-foot mansion is spread out across 2.5 acres and offers views of the surrounding mountains and ocean. It is a single-story property with nine bedrooms and 11 bathrooms.
Vaulted ceilings add to the home’s modern farmhouse style, while amenities like a gym and wine cellar are added luxuries in the space. The expansive kitchen is equipped with two islands and two pantries.
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In the outdoor area, an extensive yard and patio offer a large infinity pool with a waterfall feature. Lush greenery creates privacy for residents to fully enjoy the outdoor amenities, which also include a hot tub, fireplace and kitchen.
A three-bedroom guesthouse is also located on the property with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
source: people.com
