Terence and Rachel Winter are not your average next-door neighbors. They are award-winning writers, directors, and producers, known for intriguing and entertaining audiences worldwide.
And, in their spare time, they’ve taken to creating a delightfully eclectic home. Their eight-bedroom, 12-bath Encino estate, named The Eden, was recently listed for $15,995,000.
Rachel is a celebrated producer and director, nominated for an Oscar for producing “Dallas Buyers Club” and awarded a Webby for producing “Supreme: The Battle for Roe.” Terence was nominated for writing “The Wolf of Wall Street.” He also won an Emmy for his work on “The Sopranos” and created the Emmy-winning HBO series “Boardwalk Empire.” He is currently executive producer of the Taylor Sheridan series “Tulsa King.”
With all that creativity at their command, it’s no wonder they were able to create a singularly intriguing home, practically from the ground up. They purchased the 2.6-acre property in 2017 for $5,592,000, and got to work.
“We weren’t able to keep much of what was here because the foundation was too far gone,” says Rachel. “We had to do it soup to nuts.”
Rachel spearheaded the interior design work on the 10,815-square-foot home, aided by architect and friend Linda Brettler. She credits Frank Lloyd Wright for her inspiration, which is not surprising when you take in the legendary architect’s signature flourishes throughout.
“In Encino’s prestigious Royal Oaks, this exceptional estate is where elegance, artistry, and privacy meet in perfect harmony—a true testament to passion and dedication,” says Jade Mills, Beverly Hills’ leading real estate professional and Coldwell Banker Realty’s No. 1 California agent.
“The Eden is not just a home. It’s a masterpiece, a blend of timeless style, unrivaled craftsmanship, and unparalleled vision,” says Mills, who is co-listing the property with Alexis LaMontagna, an agent affiliated with the Beverly Hills office of Coldwell Banker Realty, and Denise Snanoudj of The Agency.
The Eden sits back from the street behind private gates, amid mature trees and meticulous gardens. Custom Mondrian-like windows create an arresting facade from the outside, and from the inside, frame panoramic views of the lush, parklike grounds.
The one-of-a-kind front door also immediately catches the eye.
“Linda found an inspiration photo from an old barn door in Mexico. She gets full credit for it,” says Rachel. “I chose the color for the (aqua) part of the door. I don’t think anyone got it at first, but ultimately they came around.”
Rachel also designed the custom staircase.
“I wanted the turned/bent wood, and I wanted the brass inlay, but I didn’t want it to be symmetrical. So it’s purposely over a bit to the left.
“I think with eclecticism, it helps when elements speak to one another in a subtle way, echoing something like asymmetry throughout. It can ground the whole environment, making it all feel right or make sense.”
Other distinctive interior designs include the cherry-red dining room with an arched, custom-built dish cabinet.
“I saw a photo from an old home in Georgia. I thought, what a great way to display the gorgeous dishes from my first marriage,” Rachel says with a laugh.
The tile in the primary suite has another design feature that won’t be found anywhere else.
“I call it the Pucci tile, and it came from Spec Ceramics,” Rachel explains. “The tile guys had to lay it out in the bedroom to make sure all the tiles went in the right way—meaning no two next to each other were facing the same direction to maintain the ‘no pattern’ pattern. I asked Leo at Spec Ceramics to show me something everyone passes up, and that’s the one I chose.”
The primary suite also features a lounge separated from the sleeping area by a custom-designed, Asian-inspired wood screen; two walk-in closets; and two bathrooms, one with rose quartz countertops and vintage brass lighting, and the other with an oversized steam shower and tub.
Another expansive, flowered bedroom features a chevron-patterned wood floor and an en suite bathroom with a mod purple vanity.
The kitchen is also a standout with its salmon-colored Poggenpohl cabinetry, leathered quartzite countertops, and professional-quality appliances, including an oversized refrigerator and freezer, an eight-burner range, and three ovens. A sculptural hammered-steel range hood and a spacious center island complete the inviting room, which can be used for family gatherings or large-scale entertaining.
Additional amenities include a safe room with a ballistic door, a state-of-the-art home theater with a custom-crafted wood ceiling, a gym with a sauna and steam shower, a game room, a 300-bottle wine room, a formal office, and elaborate security and sound systems.
Outside, there are private hiking trails, a grove of mature fruit trees, an enclosed dog run, and a pool with a spa. An outdoor kitchen, wet bar, fireplace, and shower are nearby.
There’s also a detached guesthouse that looks as if it would fit right in among the luxurious pink and green bungalows at the Beverly Hills Hotel. It features a stylish living area, a kitchenette, and a balcony overlooking a 100-foot-long rock-bed stream and water fixture.
You might wonder how, after investing so much time, effort, and resources into The Eden, the Winters can even think about parting with it.
“I’m heartbroken at the thought of leaving. I know I won’t ever live in a home like this again,” says Rachel. “But we are empty nesters a few years ahead of schedule, and we are spending more and more time on the East Coast to be closer to the kids at their schools. It just feels like it could be the right time, but it’s super hard just the same.”
