MID-CENTURY - MODERN Gem. STUNNING CASE STUDY HOME - RARE- PS #1619 - Palm Springs

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5138 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

Palm Springs, CA

Palm Springs Square Shopping Center15 min walk
Las Palmas3 min drive
Palm Springs Convention Center5 min drive
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

MID-CENTURY - MODERN Gem. STUNNING CASE STUDY HOME - RARE- PS #1619

Beautiful landmarked 1963 Wexler case study mid-century modern home. GORGEOUS. PRIVATE. Preserved original design and style. Washer/Dryer. Pool. Cable TV/Wifi/NETFLIX. 7 minutes to downtown.
BBQ / eat poolside. Enjoy the amazing mountain view. SUN DRENCHED. Original Palm Springs experience.
Furnished with love. From the comfy Eames chair to the Platner coffee table. Bright and cheery. 2 bedrooms look out on pool. Float the afternoon away!
This is an original "Case-Study" home for modernism buffs.
This landmarked Wexler home, built in 1963 and I believe these are the only case study homes in Palm Springs. For anyone who appreciates genuine mid-century modern aesthetic, this is a rare gem.
Comfy Queen beds. Pool heated at $60/day.
Close to the Palm Springs Areal Tramway, you must see.

(This is a review from 2-20-20) Hi Doug - I wanted you to know how much we LOVED our stay in your exquisite home. The architecture was stunning and the interiors beautifully designed. I had toured the Wexler homes during Wexler Weekend a few years ago and I had admired them but it is a complete treat to be able to live in a perfectly designed environment for a few days rather than just racing through on a house tour. Having an opportunity to slow down and allow my eye to take in all of the clever details of Don Wexler's design, to enjoy the interiors and of course take in the grandeur of the magnificent mountains was great for the soul. Thank you for sharing your home. It was a true pleasure and I am already checking the calendar to see when we can book our next stay. xo Beverlee
REVIEW 3-5-16 From Brian:
Fantastic place, historical architecture and faultless service, hope one day the have the opportunity to stay at Doug's house again. If you have any interest in mid-century architecture and style this is the place to stay!
Relaxing. Chill. And wonderful. Lots to do in Palm Springs. Hiking, Biking, Tennis, Golf and many many other wonderful places to go. Don't miss Joshua Tree National Park. Don't miss the mountains and the Aerial Tramway. Thank you!

Property manager

Claudia

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Small children must take care around pool.

Events

No events allowed

No parties, no professional filming/photo please

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

PETS ALLOWED WITH DAMAGE DEPOSIT

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: No parties, no professional filming/photo please

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 1619

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palm Springs

Located in Palm Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre. While the natural beauty of Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Agua Caliente Casino or Palm Springs Swim Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and mountain climbing.

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Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

Palm Springs Square Shopping Center - 15 min walk
Las Palmas - 3 min drive
Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway - 4 min drive
Palm Springs Convention Center - 5 min drive
Palm Springs Art Museum - 5 min drive

Getting around

Palm Springs Station - 12 min drive
Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 4 min drive
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 17 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Del Taco - 15 min walk
Taco Bell - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does MID-CENTURY - MODERN Gem. STUNNING CASE STUDY HOME - RARE- PS #1619 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is MID-CENTURY - MODERN Gem. STUNNING CASE STUDY HOME - RARE- PS #1619 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at MID-CENTURY - MODERN Gem. STUNNING CASE STUDY HOME - RARE- PS #1619?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MID-CENTURY - MODERN Gem. STUNNING CASE STUDY HOME - RARE- PS #1619?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MID-CENTURY - MODERN Gem. STUNNING CASE STUDY HOME - RARE- PS #1619 located?

Located in Racquet Club Estates, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Palm Springs Square Shopping Center, Palm Springs Visitor Center and Desert Highland Park. Las Palmas and San Jacinto Mountains are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

11 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Palm Springs

We liked the house especially the yard, it may actually be bigger than the inside. House is tastefully decorated and uncluttered. I have neck and back issues but found beds very comfortable to sleep in. The pool was excellent. The owner and property manager were very responsive. The only downside was the strong wind which I think is common in that part of town and in Palm Springs area but I think we had it stronger than in some areas. But it is nature and nothing can be done about.

Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heide Z.

23 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Architectural!!

Great family stay! Was extremely windy (like gale force winds :/ ) during our stay so we didn’t get to totally enjoy the pool, but the house was really cool and totally suited our needs It’s a Mid-Century gem, so if you like that sort of thing, you’ll love it!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K., Seattle

21 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

exhale

After 13 months of the walls closing in due to COVID, walking through the front door was like a great exhale. The house is peaceful and light and airy. The design aesthetic delivers a mid-century modern sensibility without pretentiousness. The owner and property manager were communicative and conscientious. Would we return? In a heartbeat.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jay K.

8 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Stay

Absolutely beautiful property -- perfect for a family vacation. We paid for the pool to be heated all week, which was a must in March. There was noise from the nearby roadway a block over, but for the most part a very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. For architecture it was perfect, being one of the 5 or 6 "model" homes of Wexler along that stretch. But there is great "mid century modern" homes throughout the neighborhood, so great for walks. The decor is fun and simple, the security system really cool, and the space would be great for a few families. It was more than a walk to downtown for us, but only a few minutes to drive. Check in was super easy, and instructions were super clear. Ease of in and out was great. All the bedrooms with large sliding glass doors out to a great yard.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F., Toronto

3 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved this house

I am not sure how anyone could have a bad time at this wonderful home. I've never really liked Palm Springs until I stayed here. We appreciated the art and decorations in the house (an original Corita Kent was my favorite, also the lamps!). There was some street traffic noise but it didn't bother us. I did have to follow-up a couple of times to get answers to my questions from the property manager, easier follow-up would be my only improvement. This house was executed with excellent taste and was perfect for our little family. You can tell a lot of love and care went into making it a place to stay. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Claudia

Filmmaker/director. Have had this wonderful house for over 20 years! Fell in love with mid-century 25 years ago. I make documentaries and specialize in fashion/real people/celebrities and beauty. Grew up in Santa Monica, lived in Italy as a fashion photographer. Moved to New York, my home now, in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. I travel the world for my job, and always return to Palm Springs when I can.

Why they chose this property

This home is unique. A mid-century modern 'case study' home, part of a little enclave of 7 homes built in 1963, designed by the brilliant Donald Wexler. They are all steel, modular homes. This house has a purity and elegance in it's design, like similar homes by Frey, Neutra and LeCourbusier. It is called "Steel Development Home No. 4. For me, it's like owning a Picasso.

What makes this property unique

Experience the real 'modernist' experience, where indoor flows into outdoor. Huge glass windows all around the house. Large yard and original kidney shaped pool. And a hammock, for the ultimate bliss.