Perfect parties and effortless private nightcaps are easy thanks to these distinctive home cocktail bars, in coveted locales from West Coast to East.

Modern Georgian Masterpiece

Combining classic architecture, dazzling contemporary style, and state-of-the-art smart home technology, this impressive stone-and-clapboard manor on 2.08 acres is a modern marvel. Majestic and lofty, its generous spaces—such as a dramatic living room with soaring coffered ceilings and a dining area with an eye-catching glass-enclosed bar crafted from copper, wood, and stone—are filled with natural light and encourage sophisticated entertaining. Throughout, top-tier whole-house systems can be controlled with the touch of a button.

Unique Hollywoodland Haven

With a rugged stone façade and historic walls, this dramatic five-bedroom home recalls an Old World castle. Enjoying sweeping unobstructed views from its perch on a promontory, it is accompanied by a refreshing infinity-edge pool and a pool house with a roof deck. The 6,359 square foot floor plan affords space for an art studio, gym, or in-law suite; a chef’s kitchen; living and dining rooms opening to terraces; a den; a wine room; and a theater with a stylish, well-appointed bar.

Traditional Elegance in Greenwich

Secluded on 2.59 acres, this stately 13,661-square-foot Greenwich manor features such enviable spaces as formal living and dining rooms, a light-flooded sunroom, a mahogany-paneled library, a billiards room, a theater, a gym and sauna, a generous wine cellar, a chef’s kitchen, a family room, and a traditionally inspired “pub” with a full wood-clad bar. The grounds offer a pool and spa, south-facing terraces with a fountain, a tennis court, and a one-bedroom guesthouse.

Chic Hamptons Getaway

On 1.5 acres overlooking a 34-acre reserve, this pristine, light-filled getaway offers 8,600 square feet of sophisticated living spaces. Highlights include formal living and dining rooms, a library, a wine room, an impeccably appointed eat-in kitchen, a screened dining porch, a billiards room, a theater, a fitness room, and seven bedrooms. The peaceful den includes a chic bar with seating for three. A heated gunite pool, multiple terraces, and a 1,400-square-foot poolside guesthouse complete this enviable estate

Classical Inspiration in Pacific Palisades

This new five-bedroom home in the exclusive Riviera neighborhood of Pacific Palisades is filled with classical style and encourages festive entertaining at every turn. In addition to a formal dining room, a theater, an exceptionally spacious chef’s kitchen, a welcoming family room, and a lush private backyard with a pool, it features a handsome traditional bar that adjoins the formal living room and a recreation and billiards room with a chic modern bar.

Originally published in December 31, 2019 by sothebysrealty