If these walls could talk, Mindy Kaling would find herself privy to some of old Hollywood’s juiciest gossip. The Emmy-nominated scribe recently purchased Frank and Barbara Sinatra’s former mansion on Malibu’s Broad Beach for $9.5 million, snapping up a piece of historic celebrity real estate that used to play host to some legendary parties. Although there’s still some evidence of the crooner’s time living on the property, the mansion also boasts plenty of modern touches and a stunning view of the beach.
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![It Had to Be You An exterior shot of a Malibu mansion at dusk, surrounded by beautiful landscaping](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-exterior-themls.jpg)
It Had to Be You
We don’t blame Mindy Kaling for plunking down her hard-earned cash on this stunning beachfront property. From the perfectly manicured lawn to the master bedroom balcony overlooking the water, it’d be hard to resist – especially given its connection to one of the biggest names in showbiz. Speaking of Hollywood royalty, peek inside Judy Garland’s former Hollywood Hills home.
![A Lovely Way to Spend an Evening A narrow living room area off to the side of the main entrance with views overlooking the backyard and beach](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-living-room-themls.jpg)
A Lovely Way to Spend an Evening
Step through the front door and you’ll find yourself in a narrow, sleek seating area where guests can mingle before a dinner party or night on the town. You’ll also want to cozy up in these celebrity living rooms.
![Embraceable You An open concept dining room and living room with sliding doors that lead out onto the backyard patio overlooking the beach](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-open-concept-themls.jpg)
Embraceable You
The romantic open-concept living and dining rooms on the main floor feature stunning stone tiles, hand-rubbed plaster walls and a baronial carved stone fireplace that looks like it belongs in a French chateau.
![The Best is Yet to Come A separate seating area with a wood-burning fireplace with views overlooking the backyard and beach](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-living-room-fireplace-themls.jpg)
The Best is Yet to Come
The open-concept living room features floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that offers breathtaking views of the ocean, giving the space – with its wood-burning fireplace – all sorts of cottage vibes.
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![Last Night When We Were Young An open-concept dining room and living room with a separate bar space and sliding doors leading to the backyard and beach](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-dining-room-themls.jpg)
Last Night When We Were Young
The dining area has a sunken marble-topped wet bar for optimal home entertaining and we can only imagine the late-night parties Sinatra and his wife hosted for the Hollywood elite in this space. For more inspiration, check out these incredible celebrity dining rooms you’ll want to have a feast in.
![It’s a Lovely Day Tomorrow The backyard patio area with reclining chairs overlooking a landscaped yard and nearby beach](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-backyard-views-themls.jpg)
It’s a Lovely Day Tomorrow
Guests can take a breather by stepping out onto the large, awning-shaded outdoor lounging patio overlooking the ocean. The space gives way to a lush shrubbery-bordered lawn that extends out to a sandy beach area. Find more garden decor ideas to create your own slice of paradise.
![From This Day Forward Backyard patio space with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that lead into the open-concept living room and dining room](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-backyard-into-dining-room-themls.jpg)
From This Day Forward
The walk-out back patio is ideal when hosting a large crowd, leaving guests with plenty of room to move around the property.
![I Only Have Eyes for You An expansive backyard with landscaped shrubs and trees, separate child's playground and views of the nearby beach](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-backyard-beach-views-themls.jpg)
I Only Have Eyes for You
Although the landscaped backyard is somewhat narrow, the surrounding area offers views of the ocean and a children’s playground. Not a fan of gardening? Consider these rock garden ideas to beautify your backyard.
![How Deep is the Ocean A private seating area on the beach overlooking the ocean](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-beach-themls.jpg)
How Deep is the Ocean
Despite its reported erosion issues, Broad Beach has drawn many Tinseltown elite to its shores over the years. A few past and present homeowners along this stretch of sand include Dustin Hoffman, Ray Romano, Goldie Hawn and Steven Spielberg.
![My Way of Life A narrow kitchen space with a breakfast nook, plenty of storage and marble-topped island](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-kitchen-themls.jpg)
My Way of Life
The modestly-sized eat-in kitchen is professionally equipped with a couple of sinks and dishwashers and not to mention a gigantic, commercial-grade range over the stove. Find more well-designed celebrity kitchens we want to have a meal in.
![Bim Bam Baby A leopard print carpeted staircase leading up to the second level with all the wall space covered in vintage Frank Sinatra posters and memorabilia](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-staircase-themls.jpg)
Bim Bam Baby
A stairway to the second level features campy-chic cheetah-print carpeting while the surrounding walls are lined with posters and memorabilia from Sinatra’s legendary career. For decor inspiration, check out these rockin’ audio rooms that are ready for a major jam session.
![Blue Skies A beautiful all-white, carpeted master bedroom with a canopy bed, bay windows overlooking the ocean and a separate seating area](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-master-bedroom-themls.jpg)
Blue Skies
The sprawling all-white carpeted master bedroom spills out to slender ocean-facing balcony that is making us green with envy. Want more? Peek inside the bedrooms of famous celebrities.
![Put Your Dreams Away The all-white master bedroom from a different angle taken at dusk](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-master-bedroom-bookshelf-themls.jpg)
Put Your Dreams Away
The master suite also boasts a spacious sitting area with wood-burning fireplace, two bathrooms, a steam room and a hair salon. It makes us wonder: is there even a reason to leave the room? Peek inside the Malibu rental that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are eyeing.
![From This Day Forward The private master bedroom balcony overlooking the backyard and beach area](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-master-bedroom-views-themls.jpg)
From This Day Forward
The balcony may be more slender than average, but those views are simply incomparable.
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![Dream a Little Dream of Me A small, narrow lap pool off to the side of the house and out of view from the beachfront](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mindy-kaling-mansion-swimming-pool-themls.jpg)
Dream a Little Dream of Me
A secured and wind-protected entrance courtyard features a pint-sized swimming pool and spa that is completely shielded from prying eyes thanks to the high walls and greenery. Check out more lavish celebrity pools we want to dive into.
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