Views
Address
501 N Belardo Road, Palm Springs, CA
Price
$ 7,850,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#26832483PS
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyRiverside
- CityPalm Springs
- Area Central Palm Springs
- NeighborhoodOld Las Palmas
- Zip92262
- Style
- Year Built1930
- Price$ 7,850,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms6
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage8012
- Lot Size0.52 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
Hidden behind walls and gates in Old Las Palmas, The Cloisters, known to many as Casa de Liberace, stands among the most celebrated residential estates in Palm Springs. Built in 1930 by Alvah Hicks, whose work helped shape the city during its formative years, this extraordinary Spanish Colonial Revival residence spans more than 8,000 square feet and unfolds through a series of courtyards, gardens, fountains, and architectural spaces rich with character and history. Extensively renovated and carefully stewarded over the years, the estate preserves the craftsmanship and authenticity that define its legacy while embracing the expectations of modern luxury living. Public rooms are extraordinary in both scale and craftsmanship, with original details carefully preserved throughout the estate, including Hispano-Moresque tilework, vintage mirrors, decorative ironwork, and architectural elements rarely found today. The formal living room features vaulted truss and beamed ceilings, Spanish tile flooring, a fireplace, and steel-framed glass doors that open to expansive brick terraces. The formal dining room continues the home's rich architectural character and provides an elegant setting for entertaining. The family room showcases massive hand-hewn beams, a second fireplace, and direct access to the surrounding grounds. A gracious loggia overlooks the gardens, outdoor fireplace, and gathering spaces beyond. The gourmet kitchen honors the home's architectural heritage with soapstone counters, rich mahogany finishes, and a handsome butler's pantry. A dramatic gallery lined with ensuite guest rooms creates both architectural interest and exceptional privacy throughout the estate. Among the home's most memorable spaces is the billiard room, distinguished by a dramatic barrel-vaulted ceiling, clerestory windows, a fireplace adorned with a cast sandstone frieze, and direct access to the namesake cloister courtyard framed by magnificent mountain views. Nearby, a richly detailed den provides a quiet retreat. Privately situated within its own wing, the primary suite is reached through a dedicated vestibule and features ornate wood ceilings, generous proportions, and baths that continue the home's remarkable collection of period tilework and original details. Additional guest accommodations open directly to the pool courtyard. The resort-style pool and spa enjoy a spectacular orientation and dramatic mountain backdrop. Entertaining is effortless with a poolside kitchen, bar seating, pass-through service window, and a substantial outdoor fireplace anchoring the gathering spaces. Adding to the home's lore is a hidden bar reminiscent of a 1920s speakeasy. An exterior stairway leads to a second-story viewing deck offering sweeping 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains and desert landscape. The estate also enjoys a remarkable setting adjacent to O'Donnell Golf Club and just one block west of Palm Canyon Drive. Rich in history and impossible to replicate, The Cloisters represents a rare opportunity to become the next steward of one of Palm Springs' most significant residential estates.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Listed $7,850,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 8012 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Sewer Tap Paid |
| Heating | Central,Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Natural Gas,Zoned |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Tile |
| Appliances | Barbecue,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Dryer,Washer |
| Zoning | R1A |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Brick,Covered,Open,Patio,Rooftop |
| Architectural Style | Spanish |
| Pool Features | Filtered,Gunite,Heated,In Ground,Private,Tile |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Security Gate,Gated Community,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Exclusions | All personal inventory |
| Year Built | 1930 |
| View | Mountain(s),Pool |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Gated |
| County | Riverside |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Old Las Palmas |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 6 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | FROM NORTH PALM CANYON DRIVE: Turn west onto Alejo Road. The property is on the NW corner of Alejo and Belardo. The main entrance will be on Alejo Road about 100 feet west of that corner. |
| City | Palm Springs |
| Entry Location | Foyer |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| Open Parking Spaces | 2 |
| MLS Area | 332 - Central Palm Springs |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 22651 |
| Spa Features | Gunite,Heated,In Ground,Private |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Updated/Remodeled |
| Virtual Tour | https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=Ptj7g8K3kYy&brand=0&mls=1& |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | PALM SPRINGS |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Beamed Ceilings,Wet Bar,Cathedral Ceiling(s),High Ceilings,Storage,Bar,Utility Room,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Tile,Wood |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Gas,Living Room,Outside |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Custom Covering(s),Drapes |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 7 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Brick Driveway |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Stucco Wall |
| Parking Features | Door-Multi,Direct Access,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Gated,Private |
| Lot Features | Front Yard,Lawn,Landscaped,Yard |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Inclusions | All attached appliances |
| Lot Size Area | 22651 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | true |
| Building Area Total | 8012 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.52 |
| Private Pool | true |
| Door Features | French Doors |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 92262
Price
Year Built
In The Neighborhood
Views
Palm Springs
$ 2,998,000
241 Camino Norte
Palm Springs, CA 92262
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 2,344 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 3 Baths
Views
Palm Springs
$ 19,500,000
555 N Patencio Road
Palm Springs, CA 92262
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 15,975 SqFt
- Rooms
- 12 Beds + 15.5 Baths
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