When you think luxury home in Calabasas or Westlake Village, it’s no longer just about square footage, guard gated, or scenic views — today’s affluent buyers want well-being and athletic play woven into daily life. From private basketball or tennis courts to bespoke indoor wellness rooms to high-end home theaters for watching the Superbowl, luxury estates in Conejo Valley are redefining what it means to live well at home.
Sports Courts: the new must-have amenity
In Westlake, Calabasas and surrounding communities, private sports courts have evolved from rare luxury features to highly sought-after amenities by celebrity athletes to non-celebrity sports lovers alike. Trends show buyers are now seeking more versatile, multi-use outdoor spaces, and Conejo Valley offers the outdoor space to accommodate!
According to Zillow's 2026 Home Trends Report, the real-estate platform noticed a 25% uptick in listings with pickleball courts. "Homes are evolving into multi-dimensional spaces that blend work, wellness, play, and self-expression," says Amanda Pendleton, Zillow's home trends expert. Even batting cages showed growth with 18% more mentions, underscoring the shift toward active, personalized play at home.
Multi-game courts that support tennis, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball are increasingly popular, allowing families to customize play to their interests. Imagine a lighted court nestled beside a pool, ready for kids’ parties, sunset pick-up basketball games, or early morning pickleball matches right outside your door.
In Conejo Valley where large parcels and scenic settings are more common, these courts blend seamlessly into outdoor resort-style environments. Instead of make-shift courts in the driveway, new designs integrate sports spaces with social and lifestyle experiences like cabanas, lounging terraces, fire pits, and spa facilities. Courts become destinations within the home — places for family, friends, and fitness all in one.
Lydia Gable Realty Group at Compass can help you be the first to know when unique homes with private sport & fitness amenities hit the market, like these two below and more:
Lake Sherwood Sports Lovers Estate - Golf Course Views + Pool + Basketball Court
Calabasas Estate in The Oaks - Pickleball Court + Pool + Indoor Gym
Indoor Sports & Wellness Rooms
The Southern California lifestyle demands comfort and convenience. High-net-worth homeowners are dedicating entire rooms to sport and fitness: think indoor basketball courts, home gyms rivaling boutique fitness studios, and adaptable spaces where golf simulators, massage tables, boxing bags, or yoga studios coexist with luxury finishes.
While traditional “game rooms” once centered around pinball machines and billiards, today’s sports & wellness rooms are designed more intentionally. Indoor sports rooms accompany wellness features like saunas, cold plunges, and custom fitness equipment. They’re integrated into the home’s architecture, with high ceilings, premium flooring, commercial grade plumbing, and integrated AV systems that allow music, training sessions, and virtual coaching to elevate the experience.
Zillow reported in 2026 that sports are taking center stage over man caves. These spaces are designed to deliver a daily dose of fun and relaxation, blending luxury with well-being.
Homeowners are turning their rec rooms into activity hubs.
Golf simulators are popping up in 25% more listings on Zillow.
Self-care and wellness drive home upgrades, and buyers are on board.
Mentions of wellness features rose 33% on Zillow.
Game-Day Entertainment Rooms
Beyond playing the game, luxury homes in Conejo Valley are also designed for watching it in style. Dedicated sports entertainment rooms have become a must-have for homeowners who want to host friends and family for big moments — whether it’s the Dodgers in The World Series or the Rams competing for the SuperBowl, sports entertainment rooms are intentional.
These rooms go far beyond traditional media, featuring oversized screens ranging from 85 inches to full wall-to-wall LED or projection systems, paired with immersive surround sound or Dolby Atmos audio for a true stadium-like experience. Plush sectional seating, leather recliners, and tiered layouts make every seat the best seat in the house.
Game-day snacks are even part of the design with built-in bars, beverage fridges, popcorn machines, and gourmet snack stations stocked for effortless entertaining.
With seamless access to sports networks like ESPN, NFL Sunday Ticket, and NBA streaming platforms, these entertainment rooms transform home viewing into a communal, high-energy event — proving the game is always on and always unforgettable.
Sports Celebrities from Woodland Hills to Westlake Village
One of the most compelling elements of living in the Valley corridor is how deeply sports culture is woven into daily life — not just on your private court, but in the community and lifestyle around you.
The Los Angeles Rams, one of the region’s signature professional teams, are anchoring this intersection of sport and lifestyle right here. After years of practicing football in Thousand Oaks at temporary facilities, the Rams are now developing a multi-acre, mixed-use hub known as Rams Village at Warner Center in Woodland Hills — part of a broader vision to create a permanent football team headquarters and training facility in the area. This 52-acre project will include:
more than 350,000 square feet of state-of-the-art team facilities
two outdoor grass football fields
a 150,000-square-foot indoor practice field capable of seating up to 2,500 guests
residential, retail, office, and entertainment spaces that help integrate the team into local life
It’s not just pro teams that are attracted to our area — pro athletes love calling Westlake, Hidden Hills, and Calabasas their home. Sports celebrities including NBA stars like Kevin Durant and DeMar DeRozan, Dodgers pitcher Trevor Plouffe, Wayne Gretzky, and even NFL quarterback Matthew Stafford, have made the Conejo and San Fernando Valley home base.
Beyond athletes, our local celebrity roster often prioritizes wellness features like private courts, professional-grade home gyms, yoga rooms, and expansive outdoor spaces — underlining how health, wellness, and play are central to luxury living here.
Jamie Foxx has elevated the home-court sports experience to legendary status: his Westlake Village estate boasts multiple pickleball courts and has become famous for hosting star-studded pickleball gatherings and social events that fuse sport with entertainment.
In communities like Calabasas and Westlake Village, sports (whether played or watched) aren’t afterthoughts. They’re woven into the fabric of daily life and luxury living, extending well beyond the property line into community identity and celebrity culture.
A Lifestyle That Reflects Community & Locale
In Calabasas, communities like The Estates at The Oaks blend private court access with broader lifestyle amenities — including tennis courts, walking trails, fitness centers, and proximity to premier golf courses and outdoor recreation. These elements appeal to buyers who see physical activity not as a hobby but as a core part of their daily routine.
Across Westlake Village, the active lifestyle is part of the area’s DNA: residents enjoy golf, paddleboarding on Westlake Lake, hiking in the Santa Monica Mountains, and organized sports leagues — private courts at home just extend that activity into everyday life.
Buyer Appeal: Why Sports & Wellness Amenities Matter
Luxury homebuyers today are shifting away from passive entertainment toward active living at home. Zillow’s recent data shows a boom in buyer interest for amenities that promote movement — from pickleball courts to golf simulators to home gyms — as traditional “man caves” decline in appeal.
For today’s luxury buyer, homes in Conejo Valley offer far more than beautiful architecture — they deliver a lifestyle built around energy, wellness, and connection. Private sports courts, custom sports rooms, and world-class entertainment spaces transform everyday living into something active and social, while proximity to professional teams, elite training facilities, and a community of high-profile athletes and entertainers reinforces the prestige of the location.
This movement reflects both lifestyle and landscape: beautiful weather, plenty of outdoor space, and communities built around health, family, and connection. Whether hosting game day with friends, training at home, or simply living where sports culture thrives year-round, these homes appeal to buyers who want homes that keep pace with how their family lives.
Call, text or email the #1 real estate team in Conejo Valley, the Lydia Gable Realty Group, if you want to be the first to know about off-market listings and when unique homes for sports & fitness lovers become available: Lydia@lydiagable.com 818-383-4335
