OFFERING MEMORANDUM
PRESENTED BY MAURICIO UMANSKY & ZACH GOLDSMITH
LA QUINTA
OFFERED AT $36,000,000 7 STRUCTURES | 40 ACRES
The exotic 40-acre Merv Griffin Estate is nestled in the heart of La Quinta and steeped with rich history. Designed by noted Los Angeles interior designer Waldo Fernandez, the architecture and interior design showcase a seamless blend of Moroccan elegance with modern California influences. Once owned by the legendary television entertainer and entrepreneur Merv Griffin, this is a rare opportunity to own an iconic residence. Boasting 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 lake and sprawling orchard. Additionally, enjoy equestrian facilities, a pool, and a 6-bay garage. Experience self-sufficiency with a highly productive potable well (water rights owned) that services all water needs across the property.
OFFERING EXISTING
GUEST PODS
WEST BUILDING
GROUNDS
1,708 SF
LAKE | Lake Merveilleux is a nesting grounds to 10-15 different kinds of avian species that migrate between Canada and Mexico, it’s also stocked with giant koi, bass and turtles
ORCHARD | Loaded with different fruit trees including multiple orange & grapefruit species, Mexican lemons & limes, pomegranate, guava, and more. We also have one of the largest King Fig Trees in the Coachella valley.
EQUESTRIAN CENTER | A fully equipped and functional equestrian center including race track, stables, corral, and the Merv Griffin Estate Amphitheater which can be used as a private horse training arena.
EVENT
RENTALS WEDDINGS,
CORPORATE EVENTS, FESTIVAL EVENTS, RETREATS, TED TALKS, EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS,VACATION RENTALS
OFFERING OPPORTUNITIES
HOTEL
WELLNESS RETREAT
COMPOUND | RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
HOTEL
Known as a popular destination for snowbirds looking for warmer weather in the winter season, and for its annual music festivals, Coachella Valley is an arid rift valley in Southern California's Colorado Desert near Palm Springs. Located at the heart of this desert valley is the former home of the late Merv Griffin. The sprawling grounds of the 39-acre equestrian property are walled and gated offering the ultimate in privacy and seclusion with unparalleled access to dramatic mountain views and the purple, desert, western sunset. Architecturally, in addition to the 6,000 square foot main house, the Merv Griffin Estate features numerous notable structures and landscape features including four guest casitas, a 20-stable barn, a hidden corral surrounded by dense vegetation, and Lake Merveilleux and its 50-foot high geyser.
As part of the Merv Griffin Wellness Resort, the quintessential structures and landscape features that are unique to this setting and site's history are left untouched. Combined with new guestrooms, residences, spa and amenities, the historic features weave in with the new to construct a rich story of place. Entering through the gates of the Merv Griffin Wellness Resort off Avenue 54, a sensory experience and heightened connection to place, history,and landscape is unveiled. Following the treelined, curvilinear path of the entry road, the Porte Cochere emerges, sandwiched between the main lodge and the existing stables and new event facility. The car is taken away and remains completely removed from the hotel guest experience. Upon arrival at the main lodge, an open breezeway between the reception and restaurant creates a visual corridor to the west, to the sunset, mountain views, and to Lake Merveilleux, an expanded, nearly 6 acre body of water that moves with the natural slope of the site and acts as a physical barrier between the hotel and residential resort components. The Lake itself is the largest amenity on the site, offering public and private opportunities for activity and relaxation. In addition to the lake lifestyle, the water body is intended to be utilized as a tool for the advancement of environmental conservation through water collection, recycling and use.
WELLNESS RETREAT
LA QUINTA
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