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Castillo del Lago: Bugsy Siegel's Former House, and Madonna's Too

Castillo del Lago: Bugsy Siegel's Former House, and Madonna's Too

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Hope Anderson
Jan 01, 2010
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Castillo del Lago: Bugsy Siegel's Former House, and Madonna's Too
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The Mulholland Highway mansion known popularly as the Madonna House is actually called Castillo del Lago, a name that aptly describes its imposing size and spectacular vistas of Lake Hollywood. Its 300-degree view also features Los Angeles, the ocean and--on clear days--Catalina. Designed by John De Lario for the oilman Patrick Longdon, Castillo del Lag…

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