Casa Chill! Private Villa! Pool! Spa! 3 Fireplaces! Mt Views! Walk to Downtwn PS

***The City of Palm Springs ID# 3755***

***This property is not listed on Craig’s List***

Casa Chill

Escape the hustle and bustle to experience the relaxed Palm Springs desert lifestyle in the desirable South Palm Springs neighborhood of Tahquitz River Estates known for its quiet streets, large private lots, eclectic midcentury architecture, year-round sunshine and walking distance to the famed Palm Canyon Drive. This remarkable private villa nestled on ¼ acre of park-like grounds is walled, gated and hedged for the utmost privacy. Perfect for those seeking their own private resort yet want to be close to vibrant desert activities and nightlife.

Built in 1954, this newly renovated modern luxury home still retains its midcentury architectural roots. It’s classic features include a low boomerang shape, concrete block walls, floor to ceiling walls of glass, clerestory windows and generous open floor plan, perfectly integrating the home into the natural surroundings to maximize enjoyment of the Palm Springs sunshine and habitat. With southern and western exposure, the spectacular mountain views can be seen from all bedrooms and living/dining spaces.

The relaxation begins through the welcoming entryway of translucent glass privacy gates leading from the driveway to the beautifully landscaped Zen garden courtyard with stone water fountain cascading into a pool of river rock. Once inside this splendid sanctuary, your cares will immediately melt away.

The exotic outdoor-living environment is what makes Casa Chill truly special. The completely private and meticulously maintained grounds are walled, gated and hedged to provide the utmost seclusion for your guests, children or furry friends. The stunning western views of Mount San Jacinto, soaring 10,000 feet above the desert floor, are simply breathtaking. Discover your own private tropical paradise landscaped with a variety of desert flora, groves of towering mature palm trees, fragrant Hawaiian plumeria, cacti, flowering shrubs, potted succulents, citrus trees, rock gardens, desert ornamentals and lush green drought tolerant turf.

Bathed in year-round sunshine, this tropical resort-like property allows you to truly experience the sensational desert climate. There are multiple outdoor entertainment areas to suit all of your leisure activities. Float aimlessly in the 30 x 14 foot sparkling SALT WATER Pebble Tec heated pool with attached elevated spa and cascading spillway possessing the quality of a peaceful lagoon. For sun worshipers, there are plenty of chaise lounges to enjoy a full day of sun from the south-facing patio. If shade is what you crave, enjoy a cool drink under one of the many built-in patio umbrellas throughout the property. Sip morning coffee or evening cocktails in the various alcove-seating areas around the yard. Cook a vacation feast from the outdoor built-in kitchen and grilling station. Gather with friends around the custom gas fire table with bar seating. Enjoy magical poolside dining in the al fresco grotto with wood burning fireplace, seating for up to 8 and twinkling strands of pendant lights for romantic ambiance. Two outdoor showers and pool floats complete the perfect experience.

Casa Chill has an expansive interior floor plan of nearly 2,000 square feet and provides an ideal environment for easy entertaining or relaxing with family and friends. The unique East meets West décor is skillfully blended with midcentury elements and modern amenities of a 21st century home. The stylish fusion of artistic and luxury features include Italian tile floors, museum finish walls, sleek casement windows, collapsible sliding glass doors, custom window shades, beautiful dark wood furniture and cabinets, organic fabrics and designer lighting. Furnished with an eclectic mix of contemporary pieces, the simple, clean lines create a spacious and calming vibe. The cool neutral walls and floors provide a soothing backdrop to the bold patterned designs of the fabrics and colorful artwork.

Custom glass etched front doors open into a spacious living room featuring a Venetian plaster gas fireplace with cantilevered concrete hearth. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors open the entire width of the room bringing the outdoors inside and capturing maximum mountain views. There’s plenty of comfortable seating for lounging around the fireplace on cool desert evenings or watching a movie on the 68-inch flat screen HDTV.

The media room features a large sectional sofa and 55-inch flat screen HDTV for plenty of movie-watching pleasure. You’ll love the nifty wet bar with wine fridge and plenty of glassware for whipping up your favorite trendy cocktails. A separate office with privacy door, quartz counters and plenty of cabinets provide a convenient workspace.

Cook like a 5-star chef in this fully equipped kitchen featuring quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, Kitchen Aid refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, 5-burner Fisher / Paykel commercial gas range with pot filler, built-in microwave, Kitchen Aid dishwasher, deep stainless steel sink, ample European cabinets and a 48-inch flat screen HDTV. French doors flood the kitchen with abundant natural light and provide access to the outdoor kitchen and grilling station in front courtyard. A swanky dining area with stylish banquet seating for 6 and a marble top table is conveniently located near the kitchen.

All three glamorous bedroom retreats have their own baths so there’s no sharing! The bedrooms are all nicely separated, entitling guests to peace and privacy. Each is nicely appointed with a high quality mattress and linens, plenty of closet space, colorful artwork and offers mountain views with direct access to the beautiful outdoor spaces.

One master suite features a King sized bed, ensuite bath, built-in closet, ceiling fan, 42-inch flat screen HDTV, clerestory window with fantastic mountain views and sliding glass door access to backyard patio. The sumptuous en suite bath offers a spacious walk-in glass and custom tile enclosure with steam shower, rain faucet and body jets, stone vessel sink and outdoor access to pool / spa patio.

The second master suite is located on the opposite end of the home off the media room and features a Queen sized platform bed, ensuite bath, built-in closet and sliding glass door access to pool area. The full bath offers a custom tile walk-in shower with bench and a stone vessel sink.

The third bedroom offers a Queen sized bed, 68-inch flat screen HDTV, built-in closet, ceiling fan and sliding glass door access to front courtyard. The adjoining hall bath features a custom tile glass shower and jetted soaking tub with modern vessel sink.

For our guests added convenience we offer a 2-car garage with full size washer and dryer, a dedicated office, Wi-Fi, phone service with unlimited long distance to US and Canada, HD Direct TV and estate disposal service. All linens, towels & pool floats provided too.

This luxurious modern home, private setting and magnificent views all come together in dramatic fashion to provide a remarkable vacation experience you’ll remember for years to come. This private paradise is the ultimate Palm Springs getaway for snowbirds looking for a relaxing warm winter retreat, family and friends gathering for a fun vacation or holiday celebration or couples looking for a romantic retreat. We strive to provide you all the comforts of home without the work. That is why we offer all our guests access to a local property manager on call to attend to your needs. Routine gardening service, estate disposal service and pool service twice per week are also provided. Just relax and enjoy your stay at Casa Chill!

Nestled in the quiet Tahquitz River Estates community of desirable South Palm Springs, this property is located only a half mile from the famed Palm Canyon Drive. Tahquitz River Estates is one of the City’s largest and most historic neighborhoods and a museum of PS architecture spanning 90 years. Developed by renowned builder Paul Trousdale and architect Allen Siple, it’s an eclectic variety of Old Palm Springs Spanish revival and period mid-century modernism. Notable celebrity residents include Eva Gabor, Max Factor, Sharon Tate and Dr. Scholl (famous feet). The creek’s footpath is an ideal place to jog, bike, walk, and commune with wildlife in the warm winter sun.

Within walking distance to Palm Canyon Drive and Smoke Tree Shopping Center, this property is convenient to Ace Hotel, Saguaro, Koffi, Mr. Lyons Steakhouse, Purple Room Supper Club, Ralph’s Fresh Fare Grocery Store, True Value Hardware and lots of casual dining. You’ll be able to enjoy all the activities this famous city has to offer including fine dining, shopping, hiking, biking, horseback riding, gambling and riding the PS Arial Tramway. Just steps from 2 stops of the “Buzz” – a free PS trolley service with 30 stops spanning Palm Canyon Drive from SmokeTree Village to Via Escuela above the Riviera Hotel. You will also be within a mile of the public library and senior center.

International guests will find Palm Springs to be an ideal "home base" for daytrip excursions to Southern California. Enjoy nearby Joshua Tree National Monument (an extraordinary national park set in the desert) and theme parks within a two-hour drive including Disneyland (Anaheim) and Sea World (San Diego), as well as Wet ‘n Wild Waterpark in Palm Springs.

OPTIONAL FEES

For stays of less than 28 nights, the optional pool & spa heat fee is $100/day or $650/week. Pool heat is not needed between June - September. If you do not want pool heat but would like to heat the spa, the cost is $55/ day. A utility deposit is collected for stays of 28 nights or more and the amount is based on the length of stay. The cost of an Early Arrival or Late Departure is $200 each plus tax.