Discover the Elemental Retreat House, a modern home designed by a renowned San Francisco architect and nestled on a 1.25-acre secluded lot located just outside of Desert Hot Springs. This 2000 sq.ft., 3-bedroom, 2 bath home offers tranquility, eco-conscious design and income-generating potential, all just 20 minutes from downtown Palm Springs and a short drive to Coachella. Large double-pane sliding doors positioned, every 8 feet, frame breathtaking 360-degree mountain and desert views. The home is divided into two 1000 sq. ft. wings, connected by a covered central space with pull up door, creating a weather protected indoor/outdoor living area. The main wing houses a guest bedroom with bath, a spacious living room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen. The other wing houses two expansive 450 sq.ft. master suites, featuring 2 sliding doors each that open to spacious covered patios, perfect for morning coffee or stargazing under the desert sky. The innovative double-roof design, with a 5,000-square-foot top roof, shields the home from the desert sun while channeling cooling breezes between the roofs, ensuring comfort even in the hottest months. Wrapped in 18 inches of Styrofoam insulation and clad in elegant cedar, this super-insulated home achieves near-zero energy consu
MLS #
CRSW25120889
MLS Source
California Regional MLS
Bedrooms
Ground Floor Bedroom
Bathrooms
Jack and Jill
Kitchen
Exhaust Fan, Pantry
Appliances
Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven - Electric, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
Dining Room
Breakfast Bar, Formal Dining Room
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
In Laundry Room
Cooling
Other
Heating
Central Forced Air
Foundation
Slab
Pool
Heated, In Ground, Pool - Yes, Spa - Private
Style
Contemporary
Garage/Parking
Common Parking Area, Other, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District
Palm Springs Unified
High School District
Palm Springs Unified
Water
Well
HOA Fee
$0
Zoning
W-2
14991 Mcgarger Rd is a Single Family Residence in Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. This 2,098 square foot property sits on a 1.25 Acres Lot and features 3 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $599,000 and was built in 2013. This address can also be written as 14991 Mcgarger Rd, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240.
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