A few weeks after Elvis Presley’s modernist Honeymoon House was listed on the market, it officially sold. The Palm Springs home has historical significance as the place where Elvis and Priscilla honeymooned in the 60s. Needless to say, it often attracts Elvis fans and tourists.
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The mid-century modern house allegedly achieved its asking price laid out by its sellers, who are investors. They renovated and restored it recently to ensure state-of-the-art living facilities while staying true to its mid-century roots. Here are all the details about the sale of the famous house.
The sale of the Honeymoon House
The iconic home was sold for a sum of $5.65 million. Its buyer is Nancy Cirillo, a businesswoman. As per Architectural Digest, Nancy said:
You walk in, and it wraps around you. It was pretty easy to love.
Being a certified historic landmark, the design of the house is one-of-a-kind. With an exaggerated sloped roof, accompanied by circular rooms, its look and feel sets it a class apart.
Details of the Honeymoon House
The Suspicious Minds singer leased the desert home for $21,000 a year back in the 60s, which was a hefty sum for that area. Covering a total carpet area of 4,695 square feet, the interiors of the home are unlike anything else. With stone-clad walls with exposed rocks and a glass facade that aids in augmenting the view, the home is nothing short of unique.
The exterior area features a neatly landscaped garden, along with an iconic pentagon-shaped pool. With a sweeping panorama of the mountains, the outdoor area of the home is equipped with seating areas to soak in some sun and the view. The mansion accommodates four bedrooms, five baths, and its legendary curved architecture. With a floating fireplace and terrazzo flooring, it perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the 60s, with modern renovations that complement it.
Sources used:
- Architectural Digest: 'Elvis Presley’s Modernist Palm Springs Honeymoon Pad Sells for $5.65 Million'
- TMZ: 'Elvis Presley Buyer Can't Help Falling in Love With $5.65M Desert Home'
