Fully renovated **Hugh Kaptur designed** Palm Springs desert oasis situated on an oversized pie shaped lot at the end of a quiet cul de sac, approximately one mile from downtown Palm Springs. Designed by renowned Palm Springs modernist architect Hugh Kaptur and located within a Kaptur designed subdivision, this distinctive residence offers architectural pedigree, privacy, and quintessential desert indoor outdoor living.The property includes a fully permitted detached 400 sq. ft. studio or casita with 9 foot ceilings and dramatic double French doors, plus an additional 100 sq. ft. of space between the studio and two car garage, offering potential for future expansion with a bath and kitchenette.The light filled main residence features an open layout, modern kitchen with updated stainless steel appliances, and seamless indoor outdoor living. …
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772 East El Conquistador
Fully renovated **Hugh Kaptur designed** Palm Springs desert oasis situated on an oversized pie shaped lot at the end of a quiet cul de sac, approximately one mile from downtown Palm Springs. Designed by renowned Palm Springs modernist architect Hugh Kaptur and located within a Kaptur designed subdivision, this distinctive residence offers architectural pedigree, privacy, and quintessential desert indoor outdoor living.The property includes a fully permitted detached 400 sq. ft. studio or casita with 9 foot ceilings and dramatic double French doors, plus an additional 100 sq. ft. of space between the studio and two car garage, offering potential for future expansion with a bath and kitchenette.The light filled main residence features an open layout, modern kitchen with updated stainless steel appliances, and seamless indoor outdoor living. Double French doors from two bedrooms, the dining room, and kitchen open to a lush private garden with 14 fruit bearing trees, mature olive trees, a grape arbor, lavender, rosemary, and extensive landscaping. The third bedroom features sliding barn style doors and a large bay window overlooking the studio and outdoor sink area.The resort style backyard is surrounded by mature ficus and lantana hedges for exceptional privacy while still capturing views of the San Jacinto Mountains and Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Outdoor amenities include an expansive concrete pool deck, covered patio, double kidney shaped pool with a distinctive Jackson Pollock inspired finish, resurfaced spa, and updated pool and spa equipment.Originally renovated in 2015 and tastefully updated again in 2022, improvements include alabaster style flooring, remodeled bathrooms, designer walnut doors, contemporary lighting, Murano mirrors, updated HVAC and water heater, and washer and dryer. The exterior was refreshed in 2024 with new lace stucco and roof tile improvements.Additional features include RV parking alongside the two car garage, a two car driveway, and the rare detached studio offering flexible space for an office, gym, creative studio, guest retreat, or potential ADU conversion. Located in desirable Vista Norte with convenient access to downtown Palm Springs, Highway 111, and the greater Coachella Valley.
