A Glimpse into 1911 Beverly Hills: The Virginia Robinson Estate ✨🏡

Virginia Dryden Robinson and her husband, Harry Winchester Robinson, made history by building the first estate in Beverly Hills. Designed in 1911 by Virginia’s father, architect Nathaniel Dryden, the Beaux Arts mansion became a symbol of early 20th-century elegance and innovation. It was listed in 1978 on the National Register of Historic Places and sits on six acres.

Virginia’s home reflected a life of refinement and global influences, filled with antiques and artifacts collected from her travels. The estate was more than just a residence—it was a sanctuary where architecture, art, and nature coexisted beautifully.

The Robinsons’ lifestyle extended into the estate’s iconic gardens. From the Italian Renaissance Terrace Garden with its citrus trees and blooming azaleas to the Kitchen Garden where fresh vegetables and herbs were cultivated, the property mirrored their love for beauty and functionality. This remarkable home offers a window into a bygone era, preserving the vision and way of life of one of Beverly Hills’ pioneering families.

Tours are available by reservation, offering a chance to experience the estate as Virginia once lived it: https://www.robinsongardens.org/