Courtesy of Serhant California, Inc, Brooks Bailey 909-557-6150
Property Description
The legendary Bono Estate is one of Palm Springs most iconic and storied residences. Perched on a private 1.51-acre parcel in the coveted Mesa enclave, once home to Sonny and Mary Bono, this extraordinary property captures the essence of a golden era where Hollywood glamour, music, and desert luxury converged. Recently undergoing a total restoration under its current ownership, the estate has been thoughtfully reimagined while preserving its architectural integrity. Custom furnishings and original artworkdesigned and curated by the ownercomplement the homes distinctive character, with select pieces available by separate agreement. Spanning approximately 8,989 square feet, the residence is designed for elevated living and unforgettable entertaining. Walls of glass frame breathtaking mountain views and flood the interiors with natural light, while seamless indoor-outdoor flow defines the expansive living spaces. A grand great room opens to a formal dining area anchored by a striking rock fireplace, while the chefs kitchen is equipped for both intimate gatherings and large-scale events, featuring a Sub-Zero refrigerator, 8-burner Wolf cooktop, dual wine refrigerators, and four Thermador ovens. The estate offers 7 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, including a luxurious primary suite and multiple private guest accommodations, each designed with a balance of sophistication and comfort. Architectural details pay homage to the homes mid-century roots while integrating modern enhancements throughout. Outdoors, the grounds unfold as a private resort. A newly added pergola and extended pati
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Property Details and Features
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Appliances & Equipment
- “Dishwasher”
- “Disposal”
- “Refrigerator”
- “6 Burner Stove”
- “Double Oven”
- “Gas Oven”
- “Gas Stove”
- “Vented Exhaust Fan”
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Bathrooms
- 7 total bathrooms
- 6 full bathrooms
- 1 half bathroom
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Bedrooms
- 7 total bedrooms
- 7 possible bedrooms
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Building
- Built in 1940
- Building area total: 8989
- 1 stroy
- 1 story total
- Living area: 8989
- Living area units: Sqft
- Building area units: Sqft
- Entry level: 1
- “No Common Walls”
- “1 Story”
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Cooling
- “Central Forced Air”
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Exterior Features
- Patio and porch features: “Covered”, “Stone/Tile”, “Cabana”, “Patio Open”, “Wrap Around”
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Fence
- “Privacy”
- “Stucco Wall”
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Fireplaces
- “FP in Dining Room”
- “FP in Living Room”
- “Patio/Outdoors”
- “Gas”
- “Guest House”
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Floors
- “Carpet”
- “Stone”
- “Tile”
- “Wood”
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Garage
- 4 spaces
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Water Features
- Irrigation source: “Drip”, “Sprinklers”
- Water source: “Public”
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Heating
- “Fireplace”
- “Forced Air Unit”
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Interior Features
- “Balcony”
- “Beamed Ceilings”
- “Recessed Lighting”
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Laundry
- “Washer Hookup”
- “Gas & Electric Dryer HU”
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Listing
- Listing ID: OC26083118
- List price: $8,050,000
- 5 days on market
- Listing contract date: 2026-04-20
- Special listing conditions: “Standard”
- “Cash”
- “Conventional”
- “Land Contract”
- “Cash To New Loan”
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Location
- Subdivision: The Mesa (33463)
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Lot
- 65,776 size sqft
- Size area: 1.51
- Size units: Acres
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Parking
- Total: 16
- “Direct Garage Access”
- “Garage”
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Pool
- “Private”
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Property
- Other structures: “Tennis Court Private”, “Guest House”, “Sport Court Private”
- Property subtype: Detached
- Property type: Residential
- “Turnkey”
- “Mountains/Hills”
- “Panoramic”
- “Valley/Canyon”
- “Pool”
- “Desert”
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Security Features
- “Automatic Gate”
- “Security System”
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Sewer
- “Public Sewer”
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Spa
- “Private”
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Utilities
- “Electricity Connected”
- “Natural Gas Connected”
- “Sewer Connected”
- “Water Connected”
