Described by architectural historian and author Steven Keylon as one of architectural designer and builder Herbert W. Burns' 'more lavish homes,' this Little Tuscany residence in Palm Springs is now a Mid-Century Modern masterpiece. Partially demolished and neglected for many years, the 1948 home of Dr. and Mrs. Gillman now reveals a phenomenal restoration by Thomboy Properties. The Gillman house was designed to take advantage of the desert's beauty and appealing climate. Burns captured the indoor-outdoor lifestyle by seamlessly running his trademark Arizona sandstone from the outside to the inside. He also extended outdoor living with wide horizontal overhangs for shade and sun protection. Approx. 4700 s.f., this welcoming home reveals a half-acre homesite with a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath main house and a 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest house. Its restoration adds poured terrazzo floors, solar, and Fleetwood sliders and windows. A custom kitchen features teak cabinetry, large island and pro-level appliances. Reeded-glass entry gates and privacy walls frame grounds that host a pool, spa, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, and many other high-end amenities often reserved for premium resort-style living.
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Square Feet
4,700
Lot Size
22,651 sqft
Year Built
1949
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
132
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
219039755PS
Interior Features
Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
Fireplace
Gas Starter, Living Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Patio & Porch
Concrete
Fencing
Block, Wood
Construction
Stone, Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Foam
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