An early two year anniversary gift for Eddie? LeAnn Rimes drops $3 million on new love nest mansion in the Hidden Hills

LeAnn Rimes bought the home as a 'short' sale.
The country star is celebrating her two-year anniversary with husband Eddie Cibrian early with the purchase of a new home.
LeAnn, 30, and Eddie, 39, bought a Spanish-style mansion in the exclusive neighbourhood of Hidden Hills, California in December.

 

Great deal: LeAnn Rimes dropped $3 million for a home in Hidden Hills and paid $2.75 million less than the initial listing price

They should be all moved in and settled by the time they say 'Happy Anniversary' on April 22.
The Blue singer has millions in the bank but she obviously is crowing with glee at getting the posh pad at a great price, paying $3 million in a short sale.
The 8,642-square-foot house, which sits on a sprawling 2.2 acres, was originally listed at $5.75 million but as it was a stressed sale LeAnn snagged it at a great price and saved herself $2.75 million.

 

Nice gift: LeAnn and husband Eddie Cibrian will be celebrating their second wedding anniversary on April 22 in their new home

 

Sprawling: LeAnn's new house is Spanish-style with six bedrooms and nine bathrooms, and plenty of garage and parking space

 

Luxurious: The 8,642-square-foot house features two living areas like this one with fireplace and built-in shelves for knick knacks

 

Dine in style: The dining room boasts exposed beam ceilings, arched windows and polished wood floor

A short sale is when the owner and the lien holder agree to sell the real estate for less than the amount owed on the debt, and is often used as an alternative to foreclosure.
The home features six bedrooms and nine bathrooms, plenty of room for LeAnn and Eddie to roam around in.
Nearly every room has a view of rolling hillside and lush landscaping.

 

More dining space: There's an outdoor eating area with a fireplace that's perfect for barbeque parties

 

Summer breeze: An outdoor seating area is the perfect place to relax during those idyllic summer nights

 

Master suite: LeAnn and Eddie's new bedroom features sloping wood-beamed ceiling and fireplace

 

Soak it up: LeAnn has a sunken tub and shower providing room enough for two in the master bathroom

Among the rustic touches are wood-beam high ceilings, brick and ceramic tile, cathedral-like chandeliers and polished hardwood floors throughout, as well as a romantic staircase with Spanish tile steps and wrought iron railing.
There are two living rooms, each with its own wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelves, as well as crossbeam ceilings.
The dining room is fit for a queen and king and their court, if LeAnn ever desired to have a large sit-down dinner.

 

Check it out: The home also sports a spacious gym

 

Step up: The staircase is breathtaking with Spanish tile and wrought iron

 

Gourmet: The kitchen is a chef's dream with stainless steel appliances, rustic wood cabinetry and ceramic tile floor, and the drop chandelier lends an old world feel

 

Hail to the cook: LeAnn probably drooled when she saw this amazing kitchen and its six-burner stove with double oven

There's an outdoor seating area that's perfect for LeAnn and Eddie to lounge in during those sweet summer evenings.
The master bedroom suite is to die for with exposed wood beam and white ceiling and lots of windows for natural light, as well as a fireplace to keep things warm and cosy.
LeAnn must have sighed over that master bathroom with its green tile and roomy shower big enough for two.

 

Lap it up: The property features an Olympic-sized pool

 

Breathe in: The home has an inviting garden patio area perfect for relaxing with a good book

 

Guest house: There's even a quaint little house for those out-of-town family members

 

Playground: The backyard boasts lots of grassy areas for LeAnn's stepsons Mason, nine, and Jake, five, to run around in

There's even a gym where exercise-loving LeAnn and Eddie can workout together.
The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream with stainless steel appliances including a six-burner stove with grill and double oven, stained wood cabinets, ceramic tile floor and room for a casual dining area.
No doubt LeAnn imagined herself cooking up fancy meals for Eddie and her two step sons Mason, nine, and Jake, five.

 

Breakfast nook: The casual eat-in area next to the kitchen is perfect for coffee breaks and breakfast

 

Room with a view: The lush hillsides are enough to inspire LeAnn to write a few more hit songs

 

Little bit country: The sight of so much land and white picket fences must remind LeAnn of her Southern country roots

 

Coming home: This is what LeAnn and Eddie will get to see when they approach the drive

Outdoors is just as grand with both open and covered spaces to relax in and enjoy the breeze along with an Olympic-sized pool.
The five-car garage and huge driveway will likely come in handy when LeAnn and Eddie receive guests.

 

The entry: The front door is simply elegant with ceramic tile and brick