5265 Old Mill Road
Riverside, CA 92504

Once in a lifetime opportunity comes around to obtain a Mid Century Modern time capsule that is the gem of this much sought- after neighborhood. This 1960 home was custom built on the prime spot on the Santa Ana Riverbed and offers unparallel views from both levels. You will know it’s special from the moment you arrive and cross the bridge over beautiful gardens to the double door entrance. Inside you will see walls of curved glass and miles of lush paradise and mountains vistas. The floors on both levels have extensive original flagstone. You will be treated to walls of rock and petrified wood and planters. Ceilings have multiple skylights and other rare vintage lighting features, including light switches from 1960. There is also a huge great room with walls of glass and a rock fireplace that opens to an enormous covered L shaped deck with 270 degree unobstructed views. Enjoy the outdoor kitchen w/ dishwasher, sink and refrigerator. The great room could easily turn into another Master. A beautiful wrought iron staircase leads downstairs where you have an original kitchen, built in desk and counter, yet with Subzero, Bosch and Gaggenau appliances. A gorgeous double sided rock fireplace separates the step- down dining room on one side and the step-down large living room on the other. The living room has floor to ceiling original built ins. The home has many treasures, including the built-in kitchen table and dumb waiter. Off these rooms and just one step down is the Entertainment room flanked by walls of glass. Awe inspiriting views from every room. This home is unique for the size, the storage space and in addition the long driveway which then pulls into your mid century carport plus your two car garage, both with direct access to the home. You will really enjoy the outdoors. Enjoy extensive cactus and rock gardens front and back, meditation area on the side. Beautiful backyard features two floating wrought iron and stone stairways leading to a large patio and to an orchard of 20 great specimens of fruit trees. Private entrance also to the walking trail. Many updates include: New roof w/ sprinkler system, New A/C, New Electrical and Plumbing, New landscape and Hardscape including wrought iron gating around perimeter, New Side gate, Walls, Retaining Walls, New Stairways, New Bridge, New Garage Door, New lighting, New Remote/Timed Sprinklers, Orchard. For the die hard obsessed MCM lover, this gem can be your home!