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81345 Avenue 54 La Quinta, CA 92253

13 Beds

12 Baths

10,685 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 10,685 sqft

Price per Sqft $2,802

Subdivision Not In A Development

MLS Listing ID 25495789

Style Other

Bedrooms 13

Full Baths 11

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1986

Lot Size 40.000 Acres

Acres 6.5

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

The "Gem of the Desert", set on 40 acres in the heart of La Quinta, surrounded by picturesque mountains and endless views lies the legendary, Merv Griffin Estate. Trailblazing interior designer Waldo Fernandez masterfully showcases a seamless blend of Moroccan elegance with modern California influences. With a vision imagined by the legendary television entrepreneur Merv Griffin, this is a rare opportunity to own an iconic estate, with multiple residential structures totaling 13 beds and 12 baths. This expansive property is a true compound, featuring 7 distinct structures, the crown jewel of which is the magnificent 5,409-SF main residence. A majestic mountain backdrop frames the estate, providing panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscape, including the tranquil 2.5 acre lake and sprawling orchard. The property is home to world-class equestrian facilities including a 16-stall barn and thoroughbred horse racing track. Experience self-sufficiency with a highly productive potable well (water rights owned) that services all water needs across the property. Located across the street from the prestigious Madison Club and Empire Polo Fields, with close proximity to world class dining and shopping, just two hours from Los Angeles in one of the deserts most prestigious settings.

Location

State CA

County Riverside

Area La Quinta South Of Hwy 111

Rooms

Family Room 1

Other Rooms Barn/Stable, GuestHouse, Other

Dining Room 1

Interior

Heating Central

Cooling Central

Flooring Ceramic Tile, Marble

Fireplaces Type Great Room, Primary Bedroom, Primary Retreat, Patio, Guest House, Other

Equipment Alarm System, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Built-Ins, Bar Ice Maker, Barbeque, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Freezer

Laundry Room

Exterior

Parking Features Driveway, Garage - 4+ Car

Garage Spaces 20.0

Pool In Ground

View Y/N Yes

View Lake, Panoramic, Mountains

Building

Architectural Style Other

Level or Stories One

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Special Listing Condition Standard

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