Description
Step into Hollywood history at the iconic B-Bar-H Ranch in Desert Hot Springs.Originally established in 1927 by film mogul Lucien Hubbard and his son-in-law Charles Bender, this legendary property opened to the public in 1937 and quickly became a desert retreat for Hollywood's elite. With past guests including Clark Gable, Joan Crawford, Bing Crosby, and Bob Hope, the B-Bar-H Ranch offered ranch-style luxury just minutes from the soothing mineral springs and dramatic mountain views of the Coachella Valley.The historic estate spans 6 bedrooms and 9 baths, each with private entrances opening onto a picturesque courtyard. The Main House features a formal living room with a grand fireplace, wood-beamed ceilings, and an updated kitchen and dining space. A former dining room has been reimagined as a Billiard/Game Room, which serves as a passageway to a separate primary living suitea"complete with a spacious bedroom, bath, full kitchen, and its own private entrance.Entertain or relax in the Great Room, offering soaring ceilings and a connected gathering space ideal for cards, conversation, or unwinding with friends. There's also an additional bath for guests.History lovers will appreciate the underground basement, which leads to a sealed-off tunnel rumored to have once connected to a residence used by Al Caponea"now only the foundation remains.This one-of-a-kind property offers a rare opportunity to own a slice of Old Hollywood charm, complete with timeless architecture, rich stories, and a backdrop of the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio Mountains.Featured in Desert Magazine and Palm Springs Life, the B-Bar-H Ranch is more than a homea"it's a legacy.
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6BEDS
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0.64ACRES
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9BATHS
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01/2 BATHS
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7,322SQFT
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$191$/SQFT
School Ratings & Info
Description
Step into Hollywood history at the iconic B-Bar-H Ranch in Desert Hot Springs.Originally established in 1927 by film mogul Lucien Hubbard and his son-in-law Charles Bender, this legendary property opened to the public in 1937 and quickly became a desert retreat for Hollywood's elite. With past guests including Clark Gable, Joan Crawford, Bing Crosby, and Bob Hope, the B-Bar-H Ranch offered ranch-style luxury just minutes from the soothing mineral springs and dramatic mountain views of the Coachella Valley.The historic estate spans 6 bedrooms and 9 baths, each with private entrances opening onto a picturesque courtyard. The Main House features a formal living room with a grand fireplace, wood-beamed ceilings, and an updated kitchen and dining space. A former dining room has been reimagined as a Billiard/Game Room, which serves as a passageway to a separate primary living suitea"complete with a spacious bedroom, bath, full kitchen, and its own private entrance.Entertain or relax in the Great Room, offering soaring ceilings and a connected gathering space ideal for cards, conversation, or unwinding with friends. There's also an additional bath for guests.History lovers will appreciate the underground basement, which leads to a sealed-off tunnel rumored to have once connected to a residence used by Al Caponea"now only the foundation remains.This one-of-a-kind property offers a rare opportunity to own a slice of Old Hollywood charm, complete with timeless architecture, rich stories, and a backdrop of the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio Mountains.Featured in Desert Magazine and Palm Springs Life, the B-Bar-H Ranch is more than a homea"it's a legacy.
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