Tremezzo

Welcome to Tremezzo

Bring a swimsuit. Everything else has been taken care of. Tremezzo is a classic Palm Springs house, outfitted so completely that all you have to do is relax. Days revolve around the pool, and evenings around the dinner table or the fire pit. As for the name, it’s a small nod to the Grand Hotel Tremezzo on Lake Como. The idea was to blend a little of its easy elegance with classic Palm Springs style. Inside, the rooms are bright and uncluttered. Everything was chosen with care, right down to the linens on the beds and the gourmet cookware in the kitchen. The art was chosen just as carefully. You don’t have to recognize a single piece to enjoy it. Together, the pieces make the house feel a little like a private art gallery. The house sleeps eight in four bedrooms, with three bathrooms, all on one level. There’s central air conditioning, fast WiFi and a washer and dryer. Beyond the basics, every need has been anticipated, down to the finer touches.

The Backyard and Pool

Chances are you’ll spend most of your stay out here. The backyard faces South, so the saltwater pool and spa are in the sun all day. The mountains are in full view just beyond. The orange and white striped umbrellas are a tribute to the Grand Hotel Tremezzo, and they’d look right at home on Lake Como. Under them you’ll find chaise lounges for sunbathing, and there are plenty of floats if you’d rather be in the water. There’s no shortage of places to sit together. The covered patio has a dining table for eight, a barbecue and a comfortable lounge area, with ceiling fans overhead for warm afternoons. There’s cornhole on the lawn for a little friendly competition. When the sun goes down and the desert cools off, the fire pit is the place to gather. The yard is planted with lemon, lime, grapefruit and tangelo trees. If they’re in fruit while you’re here, please enjoy whatever you like. You’ll find a serious citrus juicer in the kitchen for exactly that purpose. It makes very good juice in the morning and even better cocktails in the evening. The backyard is also remarkably quiet. This is a calm residential street, and the yard is walled and private. It’s an easy place to read, nap or do nothing at all for an afternoon.

Inside the House

Inside, the living room, dining room and bar come together under one vaulted ceiling, with a white brick fireplace in the middle that’s open on both sides. Open the wide glass slider and this great room blends with the patio into one seamless space, where friends and family can spread out and still be together. The living room has a long sofa and swivel chairs. The WiFi enabled TV displays art whenever it’s not in use, and it’s Roku connected for effortless access to your preferred streaming services. On the other side of the fireplace, the dining table seats eight in blue velvet chairs under a pair of Nelson bubble lamps. A Slim Aarons poolside photograph hangs nearby, within sight of the real thing. The walnut bar sits between the kitchen and the living room, with stools along the counter. It’s the natural place to keep the cook company. In the evening you can bring the lights down low, which is when the house looks its best.

The Kitchen

If you like to cook, you’ll be happy here. The appliances are commercial grade, and the kitchen is stocked with the kind of luxury cookware, knives and tools you’d want in your own home. Even the most accomplished cook will have everything needed to prepare a beautiful meal. There’s also all the serveware, glassware and tableware you need to host eight, whether you’re eating at the dining table or out on the patio.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Every bedroom is made for a good night’s sleep, with luxury hotel quality mattresses and bedding and Marimekko prints throughout. The king bedrooms each have their own bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower. In the primary bathroom, a glass slider opens to the outdoors, so you can shower in the fresh desert air. The remaining two bedrooms have queen beds and share a full bathroom with a tub and shower. Each queen bedroom also has a comfortable desk. That’s useful if you’re working remotely, and even more useful for the one conference call you couldn’t get out of. Close the door, take the call, and you can be back by the pool before anyone notices you left. Every bathroom includes a Dyson hair dryer and every bedroom has a Steamery steamer, so there’s no need to pack your own.

The Location

Tremezzo is in Los Compadres, a quiet residential neighborhood that’s close to everything. For groceries, Jensen’s and Ralphs are both about half a mile away. Downtown Palm Springs, where you’ll find most of the restaurants, shops and galleries, is about 10 minutes away by car. The airport is closer still, though you’d never know it from the quiet of the backyard. If you’re in town on a Thursday evening, VillageFest turns Palm Canyon Drive into a street fair every week. Modernism Week brings architecture and design lovers to town each February and October. The hiking trails at Indian Canyons are about 20 minutes away, and there are golf courses in just about every direction. The house is located a few blocks from East Palm Canyon Drive, the main road through the valley, which makes the rest of the desert easy to reach. In normal traffic it’s about 20 minutes to Rancho Mirage, 25 to Palm Desert and the shops on El Paseo, and 35 to Indian Wells. The Empire Polo Club in Indio, where the music festivals are held every spring, is about 40. On festival weekends, plan on some extra time. Tremezzo is ready whenever you are.

Pool and Spa heating can be purchased for an extra fee per day. Pricing can vary, depending on the size of the pool and spa, it can take up to 48 hours to heat. Please reach out prior to arrival if you are interested in adding this amenity.

City Permit - 069716