It happened in Vegas, so stay in Vegas!

What’s up, friends?

We all know the cliché: What happens in (Las) Vegas, stays in Vegas. 

Today, I want to further that claim by motivating you to “stay in Vegas,” embrace Vegas, and live in this Vegas-based, Vegas-themed home:

Built in 1969, the “Paradise Crest Manor” is a 4-bed, 4.5-bath, and nearly 9k sq. ft. property with a price tag of $2.3 million. Inside, it features a planetarium, a giant dragon sculpture, four Swarovski Crystal Chandeliers, and enough tacky showman decor to fill a standard swimming pool -which this home has as well.

This (put lightly) wack-job of a house has been featured on TV shows like “Pawn Stars” and “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” -which, while cool, I wouldn’t say known for their pristine conditions, impressive aesthetics, or general artistry. With that being said: this entryway is darn crazy.

Do you see the Showgirl mannequins? Egyptian ceiling art? The Dinosaur with a boa?

Look, Swarovski Crystal Chandelier! Everytime I take another look at these photos, I notice something new. What’s popping out to you?

Of course, Vegas is grandiose, so there’s many living room spaces spread across the property. Moreover, there’s many kitchens to pair alongside the many couches. 

As there’s so much space to fill, some of the decor can get bland -so let’s return to wacky Vegas fun with the home theater:

You’ve heard of “theatre in the round,” but what about movies in the round? Yeah, that was a bad joke -but it’s unique space with popcorn and beverages nearby, with some familiar black and white stripes throughout…

Oh… Beetlejuice?! The whole gang is behind the projector screen, with the blue lady from the Underworld relaxing nearby.

While white walls are nothing atypical, this bathroom’s “Vegas touch” is its urinal; What this bathroom lacks in detailed decor it makes up with detailed appliances. 

Unfortunately, of all the photographed bedrooms, this one mostly likely resembled a “primary bedroom”… which says a lot about this house. I can’t say I recall Star Wars: Revenge of the Showgirl, but maybe I’m not tuned-in enough to the fandom.

Another contender for “primary bedroom” could be this “at-hotel hotel suite” -which I call it that as it has the bed-living-room combo. In some cities, this would be considered an ample studio apartment.

It wouldn’t be Vegas without the families that grow up in the heart of the havoc. In my head, Vegas kids are like New York City kids: they’re exposed to the chaos of a giant metropolitan area at a young age which builds grit, courage, and a lack of disdain for the scent of sewage. 

Remember the Egyptian artwork at the entrance? Well, there’s more where that came from. Why? Beats me.

Just a reminder: we in the desert, so a pool, in any state, is imperative. Besides its funky shape, the pool is nothing special. BUT around the pool, the personality of the home shines again:

There’s an industrial pump, blue lounge chairs, a flower garland, and just a hint of the interior’s black and white stripes.

At night, the sandstone blends-in with the neighborhood. But, if you look closely, there’s a peak (literally) to the zaniness inside…

Is it extremely tacky up close? Absolutely. But, to some, that’s where all the charm comes from.

Sarah @Hometastrophes