Ron Pompeil, television pitch man and visionary behind Ronco and products like the Chop-O-Matic to the Pocket Fisherman, may have had some of his best ideas in this very home. The father of the infomercial owned the home since 1997, and it is now for sale asking $25 million, five years after his passing in 2021.
“But wait, there’s more!” The estate was designed by architect Jack Warner and built in 1995 for art collector and Hard Rock Cafe co-founder Peter Morton, according to The New York Times. An Italian-style villa, the home spans just under 15,000 square feet on more than 2.3 acres in Beverly Hills overlooking the city and ocean.
Listing agent Linda May calls the property “a true legacy estate,” and the interiors back it up. Soaring ceilings stretch from 14 to nearly 30 feet, starting with the skylit foyer. With eight bedrooms and 11 bathrooms, including a luxe primary suite with dual baths, the residence is rich with amenities. Picture a swimmer’s pool, screening room, gym and wine storage for more than 600 bottles.
“Selling this house is incredibly bittersweet and a very emotional experience for all of us,” Contessa Popeil, the family’s eldest daughter, told The New York Times. “It’s just a truly special place for us. And we just hope the next owners are able to create the same depth of memories and joy.”
Linda May and Drew Fenton of Carolwood Estates hold the listing.
