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Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden

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A modern house with a covered patio, a pool, and palm trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a TV.
A residential area with palm trees, a garage, and a small building.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a round dining table with chairs.
A modern house with a blue door, a grey exterior wall, and a small garden with rocks and two cacti.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Palm Springs, CA
  • Place, Desert Highland Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ruth Hardy Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom with ensuite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden

Architectural Digest called this property one of the 10 "most architecturally intriguing ***bnb rentals" and again chose it as the California pick for the
"59 Best ***bnb Stays Across the US" in 2022

Relax by the private pool and feel like you stepped back in time at this mid-century oasis located in the historic Racquet Club Estates neighborhood. This classic 1959 Alexander has been restored for a modern lifestyle with vintage details and a reverence for Bill Krisel's original design. This is a house for the vintage enthusiast who appreciates a curated home with historic touches.

The kitchen features Heath tile, Terrazzo counter tops, and mountain views. An infrared gas grill is ready for your poolside BBQ. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to prepare a holiday meal. The kitchen and living space feature walls of glass overlooking the sparkling pool. Refinished concrete floors run throughout.

In 2022 the pool was resurfaced and the turquoise tile replaced with a new version of the original. The yard is hedged and and fully privacy fenced with a new block wall and includes an expanded side patio with a hot tub that's preheated for your use for no additional fee. If you choose to heat the 15' x 30' pool with a 8' deep end, it will be warmed for your arrival to 92 degrees which is warmer than most vacation rentals and very comfortable in winter. Pool heat is $100 per night and it must be heated for the duration of your stay.

An open floor plan lounge room provides relaxed viewing of the 55" TV with Roku Netflix and more. There's also a Roku TV in the primary bedroom and comfy beds in all three bedrooms with memory foam mattresses and cotton linens. The primary bedroom has a king and it's own bath, the middle bedroom a queen, and the third has two twins both with a shared main bath. House is stocked with Public Goods bath products. The central bathroom is spa style with Heath tile, Terrazzo floors and custom built cabinetry made to emulate the original design and the primary bath has the original sunken tub and 1950's yellow tile .
City of Palm Springs ID#1503

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
$50 per dog fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Absolutely no music is allowed outside or inside that can be heard outside. No more than 3 cars and 6 occupants are permitted at any time.
A 25 year old age minimum for responsible party and a written rental agreement signed by all guests and a copy of ID are required prior to occupancy.
AC not to be set below 72 degrees with the fan on the "Auto" setting with doors and windows closed or guests may incur costs for damage to AC unit.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 001503
Property # 342052vb
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
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

About the area

Palm Springs

Located in Racquet Club Estates, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, this holiday home is near a water park and in the mountains. Desert Art Center and Palm Canyon Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Palm Springs Convention Center and Palm Springs Swim Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Agua Caliente Casino or Big League Dreams Sports Park. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Desert Highland Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Palm Springs Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ruth Hardy Park - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 15 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 10 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Billy Reed's Restaurant Bakery & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wing Stop - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden on 18 Sept 2026 start from AU$3,435, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mid-Century Modern Alexander - A Desert Garden located?

Located in Racquet Club Estates, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Palm Springs Visitor Center, Ruth Hardy Park and Desert Highland Park. San Jacinto Mountains and Desert Regional Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Joann

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I am not a property manager and this is my personal vacation home where I spend time. My intention is for the care put into them will be felt by guests. The best compliment is being told of the memories guests create and when they become return guests.

Why they chose this property

The Racquet Club neighborhood was built by the Alexander Construction Company in 1959 and designed by architects William Krisel and Dan Palmer as vacation homes. It's a fun place to walk around and look at the architecture.

What makes this property unique

The front is landscaped with desert and native plants but the backyard is lush with real grass, a tall privacy hedge and shade from trees and a patio cover. It's a welcome contrast to the all concrete, artificial turf and gravel backyards and the hummingbirds love it too.

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