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About Palm Springs

AN OVERVIEW OF PALM SPRINGS
Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, the beautiful desert resort city of Palm Springs is an international destination for outdoor sports enthusiasts, Mid-Century architectural admirers, and fans of the glamour of Golden Era Hollywood. Palm Springs is located approximately 110 miles southeast of Los Angeles and 140 miles northeast of San Diego, making it an ideal distance for Southern California residents to escape for a quick getaway weekend or the perfect locale for a second home.

The ancestral home of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians turned Old Hollywood retreat; Palm Springs offers the opportunity to enjoy a unique slice of Southern California history, with sunny skies guaranteed almost daily. With an average of 350 days of sunshine and less than 5 inches of rainfall annually, Palm Springs is the ultimate location for sun lovers who enjoy a dry, arid climate. Palm Springs lies on the western boundary of the Coachella Valley, welcoming the 2.5 – 3.5 million tourists that visit the desert resort cities annually.

THINGS TO DO AROUND PALM SPRINGS
Palm Springs residents and visitors alike can enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding in the Indian Canyons; take jeep tours of the Palm Springs Wind Farm or nearby Joshua Tree National Park, or take a ride up the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway for year-round outdoor adventures. Of course, another option is the Coachella Valleys favorite past-time, GOLF. Palm Springs is one of the most sought-after destinations for golf with over 100 private and public courses available throughout the Coachella Valley, including the famed ODonnell Golf Club, the oldest course in the desert. For indoor entertainment, experience the stimulating exhibits at the Palm Springs Art Museum, meander through the designer, boutique shops of the Palm Springs Uptown Design District, or enjoy the scents and tastes of the various unique cafes and restaurants in the downtown village area, host to the ever-popular, weekly Palm Springs Village Fest.

MID-CENTURY MODERN MECCA
Architecture lovers travel from around the globe every year to the Coachella Valley to see the unparalleled wealth of Mid-Century architecture, particularly for the annual Palm Springs Modernism Week. Examples of the work of noted designers and famed architects such as William Cody, Edward H. Fickett, Albert Frey, A. Quincy Jones, William Krisel, John Lautner, Richard Neutra, Donald Wexler, E. Stewart Williams, and Paul Williams, among others, can be seen throughout the Palm Springs area. Visitors to Palm Springs can see tours of these glorious structures of Mid-Century design year-round given by the Palm Springs Historical Society.

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Nestled in the heart of the historic Old Las Palmas enclave of Palm Springs, this one of a kind estate perfectly captures the essence of desert luxury. Designed by legendary interior designer Steve Chase, the residence sits on nearly two acres of lush, private grounds.The property features a palm tree grove, orchard, tennis court, pavilion, and a resort-style pool with dramatic water features. Inside the main residence, you'll find five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, a media lounge, atrium and a breakfast room with panoramic views. The kitchen is outfitted with Wolf, Miele, and SubZero appliances. Stone flooring flows seamlessly from indoors to out, highlighting the impeccable attention to detail found throughout.Recent upgrades include a reimagined kitchen, media lounge, attached casita, system enhancements, and the installation of a substantial solar array--offering modern convenience while preserving the estate's timeless elegance.A two-bedroom, two-bathroom guest house sits across the motor court, complete with its own living room, kitchen, dining area and private patios.Outdoors, the estate is embraced by the majestic San Jacinto Mountains, creating a backdrop that feels like it is part of the property. Massive boulders meticulously integrated throughout the grounds enhance the sense of place, offering an unparalleled connection to the natural landscape.This estate stands as a lasting testament to Steve Chase's visionary design.

$10,995,000 Active

475 S Via Las Palmas Palm Springs, California

7 Beds 8 Baths 9,819 SqFt 1.88 Acres

Listed by: Carly Butterfield, DRE #01886357 from Thunderbird Realty

$Fondly known as the William Holden Estate this is a Rare opportunity to own one of the very best Mid-Century modern homes in all of Palm Springs and the surrounding desert. With a rich Provenance the home was constructed by master builder Joe Pawling in 1955 and brilliantly modernized in recent years while staying true to the era. Hollywood alure abounds with such notables as Holden, Powers, Hepburn, and Hedren all calling this home through the years. The photos tell the story and there is a detail sheet attached to this listing. A must see during Modernism Week, tours sell out in advance. Events with upwards of 800 people have supported national and local politicians and charities. This trophy home is only for the most discerning buyer, no disappointments. Now listed as a historical property, taxes are a fraction of the norm.$