13 Cahuilla Hills Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Originally built in 1955 as the Palm Springs retreat of French opera singer Lily Pons, this residence in The Mesa captures the grace of early Desert Modernism while embracing a timeless, contemporary spirit. Set into the hillside with clean lines and natural stone, the home seems to rise from the landscape itself, opening wide to sweeping views of the Coachella Valley where the desert floor shimmers with light after sunset. Glass walls and a warm material palette frame the surrounding mountains and sky, creating an atmosphere that feels both elevated and serene. The primary suite serves as a private refuge with an expansive dressing area, oversized walk-in closet, and direct access to the pool terrace, where a waterfall and spa anchor the property in its natural setting. Beyond the pool, a generous lawn and mature landscaping, including citrus, extend toward the valley below, offering openness and the potential for a secondary home site. Thoughtful updates over time have enhanced comfort and livability while preserving the home's architectural rhythm and sense of calm. Set within the quiet drama of its hillside perch, this residence carries a lyrical history and enduring presence. Once the stage for Palm Springs' golden age, it now awaits its next encore.
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
5
Square Feet
3,529
Lot Size
39,204 sqft
Year Built
1955
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
25608459PS
Interior Features
Wet Bar, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Dressing Area, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Fireplace
Gas, Living Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry
Laundry Room
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Floor Furnace, Fireplaces
Patio & Porch
Open, Patio
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Security Gate, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Direction Faced
South
| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
| 9 | GreatSchools High (Demo) public |
| 7 | Valley View Elementary (Demo) public |
| 6 | Lincoln Middle School (Demo) public |
| NR | St. Mary Example Academy (Demo) private |
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