A-frame 'Dream Come True' - Page 2

During his first days of ownership, Menrad lived with the upstairs filled in, he recalls, "but I built it out and took it back to the loft that you see in the photos, including the original-style ship's ladder leading up to it. I also added all the glass in back, which really opened up the home to natural light."

At 770 square feet, the Rim Rock cabin may be diminutive, but many wonderful features add to its openness and livability, in addition to loads of light that filters in through multiple, openable skylights.

A master bedroom and bath are downstairs, along with a large heated/air conditioned basement complete with laundry facilities and additional storage space. A second bedroom, or 'sleeping loft,' is located upstairs and is accessible via a ship's ladder, as originally built.

"The loft features a wall of glass, so that time spent there is truly like sleeping in a tree house," says Menrad.

In the true mid-century modern spirit of designing to "bring the outside in," a vast window wall across the front of the cabin brings visitors face-to-face with nature, squirrels, and blue jays.

A large above-ground deck provides a pleasant area for barbequing and dining outdoors, or for simply relaxing and enjoying the natural setting. There is also a spa for after-hike relaxation.

The Rim Rock cabin is located close to the heart of town, with easy access to cafes, markets, gas stations, and gift shops.

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Incidentally, in addition to being owner of the Rim Rock property and a realtor for TTK Presents/Compass, Menrad is a bona-fide mid-century modern enthusiast. He is also a board member of the Palm Springs Modern Committee and co-author of the book William Krisel's Palm Springs: The Language of Modernism.