Mid-century hip Alexander home

This Palm Springs Mid-century Palmer/Kriesel designed butterfly roof home built by George Alexander in one of Palm Springs first Mid-Century Modern neighborhoods called Racquet Club Estates. The open floor plan features concrete floors, high vaulted beam ceilings with clerestory windows and glass sliders overlooking the new kidney shaped saltwater pool and attached 6 person jacuzzi/spa. It is important to note that we are a full 1,000 square feet larger than the traditional Alexander home because we enclosed the breezeway adding onto our kitchen/dining room and extending our master bedroom/bathroom/office. You will marvel at the dramatic mountain views from this spectacular 11,000 sq ft lot and understand why we call this little piece of paradise "RENDEVOUS LOU". Be sure to click the VIDEO and PHOTO tabs above the photos on the upper left.

As you enter the house into the foyer, you will be impressed by the floor to ceiling piece of art that leads you into the "great room". The home's concrete floors are softened in the living room by a large cream shag rug with furnishings designed by Futurama and embellished by our funky 50's collection of Blue Blenko glassware. The bedrooms are complemented by desert hued low pile carpeting. The living room seating faces the original block fireplace which is commanded by a stunning commissioned piece of art we call "LOU", who has become our mascot. His image repeats in various spots throughout the property...see if you can spot him.

To the right of the great room, is our sparkling 1960's lucite formal dining room table for six; it's a real showpiece. The entertainment "vibe" continues with our open kitchen boasting granite counter tops with mosaic glass tile back-splash. A large mobile island faces the kitchen's overhead HDTV flat screen where you can sit on comfortable leather bar stools to watch a great sport event or just keep the chef in the family company. The kitchen is complete with stainless steel appliances, a full line of Cuisinart-blender-juicer-coffee maker, a Nespresso machine and all the cooking utensils needed for any gourmet. You will also find complete place settings for 8 in both plastic for outdoor dining and ceramic and glass for indoor dining all complemented by vintage starburst patterned flatware.

The first bedroom is furnished with a platform queen bed mattress purchased specifically for fibromialgia sufferers and incredibly comfortable for all. This room includes an overhead cable flat screen TV, 70's Italian travertine marble tables with vintage Murano lamps, with a fur throw to add a little panache. Just come on in and drop your luggage on the Jonathan Adler bench.

The smallest bedroom hosts Case Study sofas that become twin beds along with a fabulous Panton 60s Bubble Mirror, a flat screen TV, a kitschy Arne Jacobsen chair and the biggest lamp you've ever seen! Check out the closet where we keep board games stored.

The Master bedroom features a floor to ceiling white leather headboard which flanks a king-size platform bed facing the flat screen tv/dvd with surround sound. There is an en-suite bathroom with a shower for two and a walk in closet. The master also features a chaise lounge sitting/office area with a fax/printer. The sliders lead you to the putting green. Once you step outside, you may want to walk toward the fruit trees and sit by the raised ledge gas fire pit where jet flames dance over a bed of turquoise crushed glass. Enjoy the mountain views while practicing your putt.

Back in the great room, the first view outdoors is of the stunning new heated kidney shaped salt water pool with a large built-in tanning ledge and 6-8 person jacuzzi/spa with waterfall. Next to the pool, is the cool CABANA with white marble bar counters, mirrored walls, 4 vintage bar stools, small fridge and hot running water sinks all adding to the swinging 60's ambiance. After a dip in the pool, you can use the designer "hot water" outdoor shower to rinse off. This private desert environment also includes varied locations for dining and lounging with repeated seating for 6 people along with movable umbrellas that slip into their ready-made concrete sleeves. This seating includes vintage Tropitone sun-loungers,a Saarinen dining table with vintage dining chairs, two aqua upholstered love seats, Brown and Jordan strap chairs to move as you prefer and an upholstered vintage lounger for two nestled under a palm tree grove anchored by glass topped "rock" side tables.

The completely private resort style back yard, enclosed by a stylish aluminum privacy wall, is bordered by channels of tumbled river rock that reflect the colors of the home and the desert environment. So, sip your martini while BBQing on the stainless steel grill as your guests float in the saltwater pool or take a jacuzzi in the spa with its cascading waterfall all the while marveling at the stunning view of the San Jacinto Mountains. Truly a tropical paradise

We also offer our first class concierge service by Robert Egan of THE HOME CONCIERGE who will set up your pre-arrival arrangements include special food requests or arrival flowers, child care, in-house spa treatment, transportation, event planning, golf tee times, computer assistance, private chef, catering,grocery service, and errands. Just let him know in advance.

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