Some celebrities just seem so down-to-earth we wish we'd be able to be BFFs with them in some lifetime. Sandra Bullock is one of those A-list celebs who still seem approachable to us regular parents. It's not an easy thing to achieve, but she does it well. While we don't actually know Sandra, we can get a feel for what she's about from her roles and how likeable she comes off as in interviews. When she became a mother, she became even more relatable.
But just when we think, "Sandra, she's just like us!" — we take a peek at one of her homes and it makes us remember how different we are from the star. According to TopTenRealEstate, the actor and mama is also talented at finding property to grow her wealth even more. The mom of two has "properties from coast to coast, who has invested her money and time wisely."
Case in point: she has a charming home on Tybee Island, Georgia, that she recently put up for sale. The home, which has a 3,360-square-foot cottage and 2,848-square-foot guest house, was purchased in 2001 for $1.5 million. She recently sold the home to two lucky buyers — selling the cottage and guest home separately.
We've got a few photos of the home, which sold with the furniture included, and it's clear she loves a classic, clean, and stress-free home. Come take a look.
Sandra's Home Is a Beauty
Sandra knows what she likes, and this home is calming and beautiful. The décor is focused on natural over modern, shown in the use of wicker and white linen. This beautiful home is decorated with a spacious frame kept in mind, and it's all coastal, contemporary vibes inside.
The Home Is Charming
Sandra's home looks like a dream, literally. It feels like it's all windows and porch without screaming, "I want attention." Adding to its overall charm is the landscaping with mature trees, hedges, and the subtle walkways that lead up to the main door.
The Front Porch
Living in this space is pure luxury, and there's no shortage of beautiful views. Sandra knows this, and it's evident by how much seating that's placed on this porch. This has to be where she would hang out while her kids played on the lawn or the space she retreated to when the kids were finally asleep.
Main Living Space
Check out how open and bright this space is. There are windows all over the place, with bamboo blinds to help tailor the mood with the lighting. The décor also kept a light and natural feeling to keep with the home's overall theme.
An Overhead View of the Living Space
We can really get a good feel for how big this home is from this overhead view. There's enough comfortable seating here for a party, but it still feels intimate and calm. That's a hard thing to achieve in interior design. Looks like there's some personality from Sandra in here, too, with the small touches, like the pillows.
Kitchen With Southern Charm
We're used to seeing massive chef-style kitchens in the mansion homes of celebrities. This one is gorgeous. It's Pinterest-worthy, too. But we love that it's more humble and down-to-earth with the colors and that it doesn't seem so oversized it takes over the main floor.
The Main Bedroom With a Bath
This home is decorated with the feel of a calming and beachy cottage, and everything in the home is tailored to this aesthetic. In this main bedroom, there's an attached area that looks like a place to read before going to bed, but there's also an oversized bath here to relax.
The Main Bedroom
Some people like to have large, spacious bedrooms, but this is a good example of why oversized isn't always the best. The wainscoting on the walls adds to the cottage charm and helps it feel more homey and safe. The other side of that oversized opening is that bathtub we saw earlier.
The Basement Game Room
Sometimes relaxing or unwinding means playing a fun game or walking on the treadmill. In Sandra's home, she's made the basement space where these things can happen. There's the fun air hockey table and a treadmill that we can see in the mirror.
The Backyard
We know that when it comes to celebrity homes, it's expected that they have a pool in the backyard. Sandra's pool sits right in the middle of her gorgeously manicured backyard. The pool is framed with beautiful brickwork, and every square inch has a beautiful view.
Can We Hang by the Pool?
This photo places us on one of the lounge chairs by the pool. We really get a feel for how much space is in this pool. Also, it solidifies that there is no seat in this backyard that isn't 360-degrees of beauty. There's a lot of seating here, too, which means the party is at Sandra's house.
Hello, Backyard
We love creative real estate photos, and if someone is trying to sell their home, putting the potential buyers right in where the fun is will work. Here we can pretend that we're in Sandra's pool, just casually hanging out. Also, the home itself looks so picturesque.
Screened Porch & Hammock
Anyone who loves the feel of cottages or Southern-style homes will appreciate this beautiful, screened-in porch. Add in this stunning lace hammock, and it's the only place to be when someone needs to unwind, relax, to have a nightcap — it's basically perfect for anything.
Boardwalk Down
Of course, every detail of this home has been thought of. Right down to the boardwalk to take the steps down to the beach, scenic and comfortable on the feet. We love the views from this space. It would be lovely to pop a chair here and listen to the waves.
The Beach at Sandra's
Living on an island means not only is the view going to be relaxing, but it's also just a walk away from the beach, calming water, and likely enjoyable beachy smells to help reduce any stress. Because this space is where expensive homes are, there won't be any fighting for sand space like the rest of us have to deal with.
