Touring the homes of movie stars often ranks as a popular pastime when visiting Los Angeles. However, most Las Vegas mansions remain largely secluded and inaccessible to visitors staying on the Strip. That’s probably good news for residents of these exclusive communities. If you’re in the market for this type of property, you too can live like Celine Dion, Andre Agassi, Holly Madison, or the many other celebrities who call Las Vegas home.

Spanish Trail

This community located in Las Vegas’ Southwest is one of the original guard-gated golf country clubs in town. The Las Vegas mansions here rest amid pristine streets, mature landscaping, and a lush private golf course.

The Estates at Southern Highlands

Also in the Southwest, this newer master planned community comprises 2,000 acres, with a 220-acre private golf course that also includes a 40,000-square foot clubhouse. Homes here incorporate a Santa Barbara/Tuscany theme.

Red Rock Country Club

Located to the West in the Summerlin area, this guard-gated community has resort amenities such as two Arnold Palmer-designed golf courses, a 44,000-square foot clubhouse with a pro shop, an 8,000-square foot sports club that includes a aquatic and tennis centers. Las Vegas mansions here enjoy easy access to the adjacent Red Rock National Park and Conservation Area.

The Ridges

This Summerlin neighborhood also enjoys an amazing naturally scenic location along the Red Rock National Park area and boasts a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, parks, a clubhouse, a swimming pool, and a recreation center as well as stunning city and mountain views.

Anthem Country Club

Situated to the southeast in the Henderson area, this guard-gated community offers an outdoor amphitheater, parks, a 33,000-square foot clubhouse with fine dining, plus a grill and pro shop. Other features available here include a 14,000-square foot athletic club, full service salon, and championship golf course, all befitting the standard of amenities for Las Vegas mansions.

MacDonald Highlands

Also in Henderson, this community earned the title “Beverly Hills of Las Vegas” from the LA Times. Tree-lined streets and fitness paths connect three neighborhoods all surrounding the Dragon Ridge Golf and Country Club here.

Lake Las Vegas

Farther south and just two miles from Lake Mead, these homes enjoy a 320-acre lake. Besides its own Yacht and Beach Club, spa, and golf courses, this community also contains two luxury hotels, a casino, and the picturesque lakeside European-style MonteLago Village with exclusive shops, dining, and entertainment.

If you’re looking for a celebrity lifestyle neighborhood with Las Vegas mansions but no production/tract home subdivisions, check out these all custom home areas in Summerlin: Canyon Crest, Tournament Hills, Desert Trails, Willow Falls, Canyon Fairways, Mountain Trails, Eagle Hills, and The Ridges. All feature guard gates, golf course frontage, gorgeous views, parks, recreation areas, and lot sizes from 1/3 to 3/4 acres. Other custom communities can be found throughout the valley as well.

No doubt about it, neighborhoods throughout the valley offer a celebrity lifestyle not only for the rich and famous but for luxury home buyers looking for prime properties with A-list amenities. Just remember that limo, entourage, and big shades are not included in the purchase price.

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