3479 Via Leonardo Palm Desert, CA 92260

Welcome to Villa Portofino, one of the desert's premier 55+ resort communities, where sophisticated living meets effortless comfort. At only 2 years old, this highly sought-after freestanding Milano residence offers 2,341 square feet of beautifully designed living space, with an exceptional open floor plan, and EXTENSIVE UPGRADES throughout. The expansive great room is framed by abundant natural light and dramatic mountain views, flowing seamlessly through oversized sliders to a delightful rear patio with dual ceiling fans, creating an ideal setting for indoor-outdoor entertaining. At the heart of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen showcases additional CUSTOM CABINETRY with illuminated glass-front uppers, soft-close doors and drawers, convenient pull-out shelving, a real MARBLE BACKSPLASH, and a newer drawer-style microwave. The luxurious primary suite captures the same spectacular mountain views and features a generous stand alone soaking tub and an OVERSIZED DUAL WALK-IN SHOWER, completely remodeled for grand scale. The walls in the primary bath are adorned with IMPORTED HAND-SKETCHED ITALIAN TILES, giving you a unique spa like experience. A versatile den and formal dining area provide additional living options and could potentially be reimagined as third and fourth bedrooms. Porcelain tile flooring extends throughout the home, while a dedicated air-conditioning split in the 2 car garage provides year-round comfort. Energy efficiency is enhanced by the TANKLESS WATER HEATER and the 15 OWNED SOLAR PANELS, offering meaningful savings without a lease obligation. The HOA provides exceptional value, INCLUDING BUILDING FIRE AND EARTHQUAKE INSURANCE, trash service, landscape water and maintenance, cable television with HBO, and HIGH-SPEED INTERNET. At the center of the community is an impressive 30,000-square-foot clubhouse featuring two restaurants, a fully equipped fitness center, movie theater, billiards and game room, shuffleboard, bocce ball, resort-style pool, and spa. Ideally located in the heart of the Coachella Valley, Villa Portofino places you just minutes from El Paseo, The McCallum Theatre, The Shops at Palm Desert, and Eisenhower Medical Center. Offering refined interiors, breathtaking mountain views, extensive upgrades, owned solar, and an extraordinary collection of resort amenities, this exceptional residence delivers the very best of carefree desert living. *Appointment only*