650 N Via Miraleste, Palm Springs, CA 92262 (MLS# 41188513)

On almost 2 acres of park-like land covered with over 60 palm trees and 30 rose bushes, behind a wall and gate, sits this 4 bedroom, 6 bath classic estate. The beauty of the grounds is striking: a large saltwater pool and koi pond with waterfall. The air is scented by the various citrus trees. There are some indications that the home was built by the Colorado cattle baron Prescott Stevens, establisher of the city's water utility and builder of the El Mirador Hotel. Stevens built the 5200 square foot home for his daughter in what would become Palm Springs' Movie Colony, very near downtown. A complete renovation in 2002-3: The living room boasts a wet bar overlooking the pool. There is also a master suite with its own exercise room and an office/library with its own bath with oversized tub, access to the garden, and private outdoor sitting area. The Guest House of 1200 square feet has wood floors, a living room with wet bar and entertainment center. Can be purchased turn-key.