Going home! Jason Bateman jets into Los Angeles... as it emerges he has bought $3m estate of Hollywood legend Ernest Borgnine
They say that home is where the heart is.
And no doubt Jason Bateman was especially looking forward to returning to his after jetting out to stay at his new estate in Los Angeles on Saturday.
And no wonder, for the Arrested Development star has just bought a fancy new home in Beverly Hills.
A not so unexpected journey: Jason Bateman and his family looked excited to be jetting out of New York on Saturday
The 44-year-old was joined by his wife Amanda Anka, daughter of famed crooner Paul, and their two daughters as they made their way into JFK Airport.
And the quartet will surely be spending much more time on the west coast now they have their own sprawling estate.
They have long owned a 2,617 square foot house with five bedrooms and three bathrooms in the Laurel Canyon area of Los Angeles that property records show they picked up in the fall of 2002 for $885,000, however it is understood they spend most of their time in New York.
But Jason is very much in demand, so it will make much more sense to have a more permanent base there.
A couple's retreat: The actor and his wife Amanda were jetting out to their new home in Beverly Hills
Up in the air: Francesca looked like she was enjoying being carried through the departure lounge by her father
Hot property: In demand star Jason will be even warmer when he walks around Los Angeles in that jacket
The couple took turns at holding their daughters Francesca, six, and ambrosial 11-month-old Maple as they made their way through the bustling airport.
Jason has starred in a string of box office hits in recent years, including The Change-Up, Couples Retreat and Paul.
So it seems appropriate he has has splashed $3m out to buy the estate of classic Hollywood star Ernest Borgnine.
The Horrible Bosses actor managed to get quite the bargain too, shaving almost $400,000 from the asking price of the mansion, which sits above ultra exclusive Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles.
Ambrosial: Proud Jason looked pleased as punch to be carrying his 11-month-old daughter Maple
They think it's Paul over: It may be a while before Jason returns to New York after buying his new house
Classy: Jason Bateman has splashed out $3m to buy the estate of Hollywood legend Ernest Borgnine
Airwolf favourite Ernest, who won a best actor Oscar in 1955 for Marty, had owned the home for six decades until his death in 2012.
The classic English-country style home was designed by famed architect L.G. Scherer in 1938 and retains much of its original character despite extensive upgrades.
Listing agent Billy Rose said: 'It has got a great feeling to the rooms. It feels important and elegant while feeling like a home.'
The half-acre property sits on a cul-de-sac above Mulholland Drive in Beverly Hills, and is only accessible through a private gated driveway.
Passing the torch: But it will be a long time before Jason has a resume to match that of Oscar-winner Ernest
Country-style living: Jason will get to experience all the joys of living in an English country mansion
A light meal: This airy room is the perfect place for the Bateman family to enjoy a relaxed dinner
Heavenly stairway: This spiralling staircase leads to the upper level of the grand house
Perhaps the most striking feature of the 6,148 square-foot home, is the grand spiraling staircase, which leads to both wings of the upstairs area.
One wing features the master suite, which boasts his and her baths, dressing rooms and a balcony, while the other wing houses two additional bedrooms, a bathroom and a lounge.
This privacy, yet comforting closeness will be a boon for family man Jason.
It also has a self-contained one-bedroom guest house with its own living room and kitchen.
The estate also has plenty of outdoor facilities, including a large pool area as well as a giant deck, which features a fountain and a gazebo.
Wood you believe it: Jason will surely hire a cleaner to handle the difficult job of buffing the floor
Making a splash: The actor will surely enjoy taking advantage of this spacious bathroom
Football fever: There is plenty of room for Jason to play soccer with his two daughters in this outdoor area
Pool the other one: After a hard day of movie shooting Jason can relax by reading his newspaper by the pool
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