AUCTION - Seller offering property via online auction. Bid online beginning Monday, Dec. 11th with a starting bid of $1,000,000. Preview weekend begins Friday, Dec. 8th to view this beautiful home in New Orleans. Winner of this year's national HGTV Ultimate House Hunt in the Downtown Dwellings category, this French Quarter compound has been lovingly restored, providing a mix of historical charm, modern functionality, and unparalleled privacy.  Fabulous amenities in the 1830's mansion include a street balcony, balconies overlooking a private courtyard with a pool and fountain, a two-story guest house, 7 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths, a chef's kitchen with a custom marble pantry and large butcher's block island, wood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, Venetian plaster walls, soaring ceilings, stunning chandeliers and sconces, a grand winding staircase, fireplaces with marble mantles, a home gym, elevator, workshop, ample storage, and a gated carriage-style driveway for 2+ cars illuminated by gas lamps. The property is conveniently located to many New Orleans signature restaurants, shopping, and cultural attractions, including the music venues in the Frenchmen Street corridor.  Steeped in grandeur, this property boasts an illustrious list of previous owners, including Hollywood luminaries Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, along with the visionary entrepreneur Paul Allen, adding an unparalleled historical charm to this remarkable estate.  Agent is not engaging in auctioneering activities.  Contact agent or Interluxe.com for full terms and conditions of the sale and schedule appointment to preview the home.