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Marilyn's Secret - Mid Century Modern Black House
Holiday home in Desert Hot Springs with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6 105.2 sq m
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Explore the area
Desert Hot Springs, CA
- Place, Cabot's Pueblo Museum19 min walk
- Place, Desert Hot Springs Town Center2 min drive
- Place, Miracle Springs Spa2 min drive
- Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Marilyn's Secret - Mid Century Modern Black House
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Welcome to Marilyn’s Secret – the Mid Century Modern Black House that invites at every turn. Go ahead and book – no one’s looking ;). This 1964 beauty was restored to its original glory using carefully curated mid-century finishes with just the right touch of glam. The spirit of Norma Jean can be felt walking in the door. Located in historic Desert Hot Springs just blocks away from downtown shopping. World class natural mineral water spas are just minutes away.
Marilyn’s Secret has a spacious kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and comes stocked with all the cooking supplies you need to whip up lasting memories with your loved ones! Each bedroom has comfortable bedding and blackout blinds for restful sleep. Majestic mountain views of the San Jacinto Mountains. Be sure to catch sunset views in the evenings! 15 minutes to Palm Springs and 45 minutes to Joshua Tree. Have a shopping itch? Desert Hills Premium Outlets is 25 minutes away with 180 designer-friendly stores to meet your needs. Go shopping and come back for viral photos in Marilyn’s stylish home. Whether you’re seeking a quiet relaxing getaway, a festival oriented stay, or looking to take advantage of an event-packed trip to the Desert – this is the home for you!
House Rules:
1. Music at any volume (even if it's turned down) is absolutely prohibited from being played outdoors at the property, and music played indoors must not be audible outside.
2. Parties and party-like gatherings are prohibited. (This is not to be confused with celebrations among the registered overnight guests, such as birthdays and anniversaries. Those celebrations are of course welcome!)
3. Daytime visitors who are not overnight registered guests of the vacation rental is limited to 10 persons. Overnight guest limit is 6.
4. The number of vehicles at our property is limited to a maximum of 3, including on the street. Additionally, recreational vehicles, including motorhomes, campers, trailers, boats in tow, etc. are not allowed to be parked in the driveway or street.
5. The city has provided all residents living next to registered vacation rentals with a 24-hour hotline to report disturbances. A 24/7 enforcement patrol team responds to violation complaints on-site. Confirmed violations will result in a financial citation and eviction.
6. For this property, an executed rental agreement with a copy of your government-issued ID is required within 24 hours of booking. Guests with less than one review or a 4-star average must get approval from Host before booking.
7. PETS/ SERVICE ANIMALS: Only house trained dogs are allowed (no cats or other animals). Applicable pet fees of $50 flat rate per pet are assessed per stay; dog needs to be approved prior to check in. Animals are not allowed on bedding or furniture, and must be under the control of owner at all times. Note: post check out if animal waste is found on the property or animal hair is found on bedding/ furniture guests may be subject to an ADDITIONAL cleaning fee of $100. Pictures of each animal must be forwarded for FINAL APPROVAL after booking.
8. AC thermostat range is 76-82 degrees. Heat range is 65-78 degrees. This is to ensure the HVAC system functions properly year-round.
9. Government issued picture ID of the booking guest is required.
10. Audio/video surveillance on exterior of home; noise decibel measuring device inside.
City of Desert Hot Springs Permit# VR22-0117
Welcome to Marilyn’s Secret – the Mid Century Modern Black House that invites at every turn. Go ahead and book – no one’s looking ;). This 1964 beauty was restored to its original glory using carefully curated mid-century finishes with just the right touch of glam. The spirit of Norma Jean can be felt walking in the door. Located in historic Desert Hot Springs just blocks away from downtown shopping. World class natural mineral water spas are just minutes away.
Marilyn’s Secret has a spacious kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and comes stocked with all the cooking supplies you need to whip up lasting memories with your loved ones! Each bedroom has comfortable bedding and blackout blinds for restful sleep. Majestic mountain views of the San Jacinto Mountains. Be sure to catch sunset views in the evenings! 15 minutes to Palm Springs and 45 minutes to Joshua Tree. Have a shopping itch? Desert Hills Premium Outlets is 25 minutes away with 180 designer-friendly stores to meet your needs. Go shopping and come back for viral photos in Marilyn’s stylish home. Whether you’re seeking a quiet relaxing getaway, a festival oriented stay, or looking to take advantage of an event-packed trip to the Desert – this is the home for you!
House Rules:
1. Music at any volume (even if it's turned down) is absolutely prohibited from being played outdoors at the property, and music played indoors must not be audible outside.
2. Parties and party-like gatherings are prohibited. (This is not to be confused with celebrations among the registered overnight guests, such as birthdays and anniversaries. Those celebrations are of course welcome!)
3. Daytime visitors who are not overnight registered guests of the vacation rental is limited to 10 persons. Overnight guest limit is 6.
4. The number of vehicles at our property is limited to a maximum of 3, including on the street. Additionally, recreational vehicles, including motorhomes, campers, trailers, boats in tow, etc. are not allowed to be parked in the driveway or street.
5. The city has provided all residents living next to registered vacation rentals with a 24-hour hotline to report disturbances. A 24/7 enforcement patrol team responds to violation complaints on-site. Confirmed violations will result in a financial citation and eviction.
6. For this property, an executed rental agreement with a copy of your government-issued ID is required within 24 hours of booking. Guests with less than one review or a 4-star average must get approval from Host before booking.
7. PETS/ SERVICE ANIMALS: Only house trained dogs are allowed (no cats or other animals). Applicable pet fees of $50 flat rate per pet are assessed per stay; dog needs to be approved prior to check in. Animals are not allowed on bedding or furniture, and must be under the control of owner at all times. Note: post check out if animal waste is found on the property or animal hair is found on bedding/ furniture guests may be subject to an ADDITIONAL cleaning fee of $100. Pictures of each animal must be forwarded for FINAL APPROVAL after booking.
8. AC thermostat range is 76-82 degrees. Heat range is 65-78 degrees. This is to ensure the HVAC system functions properly year-round.
9. Government issued picture ID of the booking guest is required.
10. Audio/video surveillance on exterior of home; noise decibel measuring device inside.
City of Desert Hot Springs Permit# VR22-0117
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number VR22-0117
About the area
Desert Hot Springs
Located in Desert Hot Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sand to Snow National Monument and Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, while Cabot's Pueblo Museum and Palm Springs Air Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Agua Caliente Casino or Palm Springs Swim Center.
Desert Hot Springs, CA
What's nearby
- Cabot's Pueblo Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Desert Hot Springs Town Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Miracle Springs Spa - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
- Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Mission Lakes Country Club - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Las Palmas Mexican Cuisine - 19 min walk
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Its Taste Of India - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Nicholas

I am a full-time Coachella Valley resident and enthusiast of all things mid-century modern. I have lived in the Coachella Valley for the last decade. I own a local real estate company. In my free time you can catch me hiking, learning, mountain biking or with my dog, Lucy.
Languages:
English
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