You don't always have to head out to get the party started, as these extravagant houses prove. Designed for entertaining, dancing the night away or celebrating in true style, these lavish homes are sure to impress even VIP guests, with their glitzy nightclubs, plush movie theatres, lavish bars and bowling alleys.

Put on your finest outfit and click or scroll to step onto the dancefloor of some of the world's most jaw-dropping party pads...

Perched in the electric Los Angeles neighbourhood of Eagle Rock, on the illustrious Hill Drive, The Gatsby is a rare and remarkable home, rich in pedigree, privacy and timeless elegance. 

Originally built in the 1930s, it was reimagined by legendary architect Paul R. Williams and has since been lovingly restored by Gary Mkrtichyan of Opus Builders. Today, it blends old-world craftsmanship with modern-day refinement, making it the perfect place to host.

While the exterior evokes the romantic grandeur of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, with archways, wrought ironwork, hand-carved wood and tilework, the interior boasts soaring vaulted ceilings with hand-stencilled wood panels and exposed beams.

The 6,766-square-foot (629sqm) interior features a generous open-plan living room with a large kitchen and formal dining room, as well as five bedrooms and five bathrooms. Yet the most exciting feature is this authentic Prohibition-era speakeasy. The Velvet Room is intimate and has a built-in bar, a fireplace and private access to the backyard.

French bi-fold doors open to the resort-style backyard, where you'll find a herringbone-tiled pool and spa, a firepit and winding garden paths. Just beyond, there's a private sports court and multiple seating areas for whiling away the hours.

On the market in June 2025, with Nicole Plaxen and Shauna Walters of The Beverly Hills Estates, and Brad Keyes of Keyes Real Estate, the pretty property was priced at £5.2 million ($7m).

Palais Vénitien is by far one of the world's most incredible (and expensive) estates. Located moments from the enticing coastline of Cannes, a glistening resort town on the French Riviera, the property was on the market in June 2025, with Côte d'Azur Sotheby's International Realty, for €120 million. That's £102 million ($138m). And it's really no wonder!

Despite being built in 1990, the home was recently redesigned by the interior experts at COGEMAD, resulting in dramatic living spaces overflowing with high-end fixtures.

The interior stretches a staggering 32,291 square feet (3,000sqm) and every single room is utterly lavish. There are eight sprawling formal living areas, multiple dining spaces and sleeping quarters.

There are nine bedrooms and 12 bathrooms in total, as well as a seriously huge kitchen that could have been plucked from a top restaurant. From monumental columns and exquisite mouldings, to gilded Venetian details and crystal chandeliers, the mansion reflects the best of traditional French design.

There are plenty of surprises to be found, too. The enormous basement rivals a nightclub, with its bar, dancefloor, velvet seating and professional lighting. Outside, the grounds are just as jaw-dropping.

The garden is home to just over six acres (2.4ha) of terraces that have been meticulously crafted. There's a huge swimming pool, a sunbathing deck, a tennis court, a lake and a secluded woodland. What more could VIP guests want?

This one-of-a-kind property offers 27,000 square feet (2508sqm) of lavish living space and a whole host of amazing – and often surprising – extras. Known locally as The Polo Estate of Montecito, Bella Vista Ranch is nestled on 20 acres (8.1ha) in Santa Barbara County, just one minute from the nearest beach.

Built in 2005, the Mediterranean-style mansion features no end of opulent accommodation, including 12 bedrooms, 25 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen and a library.

The regal living room dazzles with crystal chandeliers, columns, ornate ceilings and intricate fireplaces, while the formal dining room comes complete with a 5,000-bottle wine cellar and tasting room that's sure to impress. 

However, the pièce de résistance comes in the form of a disco room that can accommodate up to 200 people and even includes restrooms for guests. With shiny marble floors, disco balls suspended from the ceiling and plush white furnishings, it's the perfect place to party the night away.

Elsewhere, there's a 20-seat movie theatre, a state-of-the-art gym, an Olympic length infinity swimming pool, a beauty salon, horse stables and a sports bar. The home even has a regulation size polo field with an adjacent clubhouse, a driving range, a putting green and a sand trap with swing analytics equipment.

There's even a helicopter hangar, a 32-car auto gallery and parking for up to 100 cars. It's no wonder Bella Vista Ranch was priced at £51.7 million ($70m), when it was for sale with Aaron Kirman and Christie's International Real Estate Southern California in June 2025.

Located an hours' drive from Yorkshire Dales National Park, this private island in Halton, Lancashire, is home to an exquisite historic mansion, with stunning grounds.

The enchanting property sleeps 24 people and comes decked out with refined interior spaces, as well as every imaginable amenity you could want.

Alongside huge living rooms, a formal dining room, nine bedrooms and six bathrooms, the home also benefits from a games room, a casino and a cinema with a popcorn machine.

As for design, almost every room is traditional, with high ceilings, wood-panelled walls and elegant fireplaces. The kitchen, however, is ultra-modern and big enough for 20 people to cook and dine.

There are even wellness facilities, in the form of a hot tub and sauna. Amazingly, the property even boasts a barbers and hair salon, so guests can beautify themselves during their stay.

Available to rent on Airbnb, this property is sure to keep you and all your friends entertained.

This super-luxurious Californian estate, known as The Manor, sold in July 2019 for £88.7 million ($120m), making it the most expensive home ever sold in Los Angeles County, and we can see why! Bigger than the White House, it's located in the upscale Holmby Hills neighbourhood of LA.

Once owned by Formula One heiress Petra Ecclestone, who overhauled the design of the mansion with help from 500 workers over a period of nine weeks, a monochrome colour scheme runs throughout. The grand hallway boasts a marble floor and sweeping double staircase, while two expansive living rooms are perfect for entertaining guests. 

However, the biggest secret is hiding in the luxurious basement. Designed to look like a nightclub, the space is home to a bar, pool room and two-lane bowling alley, which comes complete with rental shoes. There's also a custom 20-seat theatre with two tiers of plush seating and a movie screen that rises from the floor.

Elsewhere, there's a spa with a massage parlour and a beauty salon with three hair stations and a manicure area – the ideal way to unwind after all the fun.

Amazingly, there are 14 bedrooms and 27 bathrooms in total, so you could host all of your nearest and dearest. The grounds are just as stunning and amenity-filled, too, with winding paths and immaculate lawns sitting within five acres (2ha) of grounds.

There's also a citrus orchard, a koi pond and rose gardens for the perfect soirée backdrop. Meanwhile, to the rear of the mansion sits the resort-style swimming pool, flanked by white stone paving and luxurious day beds, while the tennis court is there for blowing off some steam.

For sale again in June 2025, with Carolwood Estates, the home was priced at £102 million ($137.5m).

Set at the end of a picturesque, 984-foot-long (300m), tree-lined driveway, this award-winning modern lodge is undeniably one of the most exciting homes in all of New Zealand.

Located on 6.6 acres (2.7ha) in Coatesville, an affluent community around 18.6 miles (30km) from Auckland, the residence was completed in 2016 and, clearly, no expense was spared. 

Curated by the team at Trinity Design, the home sprawls 10,763 square feet (1,000sqm) and blends striking aesthetics with exceptional comfort. The imposing entrance hall is lined with marble, while a custom gilded staircase takes centre stage. The hallway flows through to stunning living spaces, with high ceilings, bespoke built-ins and walls of glass. 

There are five bedrooms and five bathrooms in total – perfect for hosting a large group – and the luxury master suite features a Poliform walk-in wardrobe, a spa-like ensuite and smart automation, including a drop-down ceiling TV and electric blinds. 

As for exciting entertaining elements, you’ll find the Onyx Bar, complete with a hidden panic room, an outdoor pool with a waterfall and a designer kitchen with a butler’s pantry. The ballroom-like Grand Lounge is ideal for hosting large events, while the wellness centre, featuring a sauna, gym and spa, is the only place to be post-party.

Other highlights include a floodlit tennis court, games room and movie theatre – oh, and did we mention the garden comes with a clan of friendly alpacas? It was for sale in June 2025, with New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty.

Take one look at the Crespi Estate and you'd be forgiven for thinking it was located somewhere in the Loire Valley and has been there for centuries. When, in reality, it lies in Dallas, Texas, and was completed in 1938.

Nestled on almost 16 acres (6.5ha), the stunning French-style château dazzles guests with its enchanting grounds, swimming pool and gorgeous architecture. Over the years, it has hosted presidents, dignitaries and icons, including Coco Chanel and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor.

The property was designed by Swiss architect Maurice Fatio for Italian count Pio Crespi and blends intimacy with grandeur across more than 27,000 square feet (2,508sqm).

There are stunning living rooms for hosting friends and VIPs, 10 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, an Art Deco bar, two wine cellars, a conservatory, a library imported from France and a media room. There’s even a huge ballroom with a remarkable parquet floor, decorative ceiling and views of the garden.

There’s also a 3,000-square-foot (279sqm) primary suite, a private guesthouse, a remarkable 4,800-square-foot (446sqm) entertainment pavilion with a 19-seat theatre, a games room and a catering kitchen.

The grounds feature a swimming pool and spa, tennis and bocce ball courts, gardens, greenhouses, a creek and a heliport for making a speedy getaway. 

Crespi Estate was for sale in June 2025, with Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty, for £47.3 million ($64m).

If your idea of a good party involves a dip in a pool, a nice massage and generally relaxing in true splendour, then this property is sure to entice. 

Nestled in the exclusive enclave of Sierra Blanca, Marbella’s most sought-after gated community, Villa Bellagio blends architectural brilliance with uncompromising luxury.

It was for sale in June 2025, with Engel & Völkers Golden Mile, for an undisclosed sum.

The palatial residence spans a staggering 60,278 square feet (5,600sqm) and sits on a 150,695-square-foot (14,000sqm) plot that boasts panoramic vistas of the Mediterranean Sea.

The house was designed by visionary architect Jesús del Valle and comes complete with a gorgeous entrance foyer, reminiscent of a high-end hotel, as well as stunning living spaces, 13 bedrooms and 16 bathrooms. At the heart of this magnificent residence lies the grand salon, which flows effortlessly onto a vast covered terrace.

There's also a state-of-the-art show kitchen and a high-end service kitchen. The lower level is dedicated entirely to relaxation and wellbeing. There’s an exquisite spa with an indoor heated swimming pool, traditional Hamman, Finnish sauna, gym, massage room, hairdressing and manicure salon.

There’s even a billiards lounge, a cocktail bar, a bowling alley, a showroom garage and a cinema for 22 guests. Plus, Villa Bellagio features cutting-edge innovation, including a bespoke Vantage system for climate, lighting, entertainment and security control and an integrated Sonos system.

As grand as it is exciting, Mattaccino is a masterpiece of modern luxury living. Nestled in Wall Township, New Jersey, the extraordinary property was finished in 1988, but is bang up to date when it comes to design and amenities.

In fact, the home comes with everything you could ever need, or want, and then some, including a four-hole golf course, state-of-the-art equestrian stables and tennis, basketball and volleyball courts. And that's just for starters...

Enclosed by more than 23 acres (9.3ha) of land, the sprawling 32,500-square-foot (3,019sqm) house is a testament to architectural magnificence and unparalleled craftsmanship.

Every detail has been meticulously curated, with every room finished with the finest materials and fixtures, like Ipe wood and stone masonry. As for the spaces, there’s a stunning open-plan living area, a gourmet kitchen, a dining room for 16 guests, 10 bedrooms and 17 bathrooms.

Entertain guests in the ultra-chic underground nightclub, complete with a bar, stage and dancefloor, or bask in the serenity of the indoor pool and spa. There's even a games room, kitted out with rare arcade machines, a darts board and an air hockey table.

For sale in June 2025, with Sal Ventre of the The Ventre Team at REAL Brokerage, the home was priced at just shy of £5.2 million ($7m).

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