Equestrian Estate becomes Coachella event site: I’ve been a Coachella valley resident for about 40 years now, first as a part timer, then a full time desert rat. In my past life as a polo professional, I had been a guest on the Merv Griffin show. He did a show about women who were successful in typically male fields. What an experience! What a kind, very funny man. He shared with me at the time that he had a ranch in the Coachella Valley where he would come to be with his horses and to relax. Fast forward, and that former Griffin equestrian estate is listed for sale..for 36 million! If you are looking to buy or sell in the Coachella Valley, give local resident and 23 year agent, Kim Kelly a call 760-285-3578.
The original estate was approx. 240 acres, then the family sold about 200 acres which were developed into the gated community known locally as Griffin Ranch. Griffin Ranch is a popular gated community for both Polo players and also participants in the famous HITS horseshow. The current estate is approx. 39 acres, and is located on Avenue 52, just past Madison St. Merv Griffin added his personal touch to the home which was built in the 80’s, creating a Moroccan motif throughout the residences as well as the barns. Very unique! The current owner paid 7 million for the property. The Merv Griffin Equestrian Estate is known locally as a vacation rental and event site.
If you’re looking for some local land here in the Coachella Valley, take a tour of this 9.77 acre organic date farm located on Monroe and Avenue 62 in Thermal, CA. Offered at $795,000, this completely fenced, farm has a reservoir, power to site, and an extremely good location.
