Consider a stay at Rare Find: Home + Private Casita | Pool & Spa and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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About this property
Rare Find: Home + Private Casita | Pool & Spa
Fully renovated 1953 mid-century home in Tahquitz River Estates featuring a separate private casita, pool + spa, and stunning mountain views. Ideal for families or groups, with flexible sleeping, indoor-outdoor living, and a prime location just 5 minutes from downtown and the airport.
We will be available in case of emergencies and to answer any questions you may have.
The home is located in a quiet neighborhood and it is within 1.5 miles to the center of downtown.
Guests will have access to the entire house and separate casita. Please NOTE: This is not just another vacation rental, this is the owner's home away from home. Please treat it as your own home.
This thoughtfully designed property offers 3 bedrooms across the main home + a private guest casita, making it ideal for families, multiple couples, or group getaways.
✨ Detached Casita (Guest Favorite)
~500+ sq ft of completely private space with separate entrance King bed + two bunk beds (great for kids or flexible sleeping) En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower Kitchenette, dining area, and lounge space Smart TV + dedicated A/C & heating Privacy doors to separate sleeping and living areas Oversized glass sliders opening directly to the pool Views of the fruit orchard
Perfect for in-laws, another couple, or anyone who appreciates a little extra privacy
Main House Highlights
Primary bedroom: King bed, en-suite bath, backyard access Guest bedroom: Queen bed + smart TV Flexible TV room/3rd bedroom: Sofa bed with upgraded mattress + pool access Two full bathrooms (all with walk-in showers, no tubs) Bright, open living spaces with modern, designer finishes Outdoor Living
Step into your private backyard oasis featuring:
Pool + spa (pool heating available for an additional fee) Lush landscaping and tall privacy hedges Mountain views Multiple lounging and dining areas
Location 5 minutes to Palm Springs Airport ~1.5 miles to downtown Walkable to Tahquitz Creek trails
Additional Details Pet friendly: Up to two (2) well behaved dogs are permitted Optional pool heating: $75/night with a 3 consecutive night minimum (recommended Sept–May) Separate casita is included only with this listing Stays 28+ nights: no lodging tax, but additional cleaning/utility fees may apply ( PLEASE inquire about utility fees for 28+ nights prior to booking)
Palm Springs City ID #067512
**By City of Palm Springs Ordinance, the following are required to rent a short term rental in the City:
1. Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age and provide a copy of their government issued I.D. prior to check-in. A copy of I.D. is kept on file while guests are at property and will be shared with Vacation Rental Compliance Officials on demand as required by law.
2. Primary renter is required to sign a short term rental agreement (contract) and ALL guests are required to sign The City of Palm Springs Rules and Regulations form. We will request emails for all adults staying in the home and send everyone an e-signature document to sign prior to check-in.
3. No more than 2 adults per bedroom (8 max) are allowed to occupy the home overnight.
4. No more than 1 vehicle per bedroom (4 max) are allowed to be parked at the house.
5. Trash must be kept in the provided receptacle out of public view.
6. NO music is permitted outside at any time at any short term rental in the City of Palm Springs. It is further expected that noise created at the home will not be audible beyond the property line. Quiet time is between 10pm and 10am.
**These rules are set forth by City Ordinance and apply to ALL rentals in the City of Palm Springs. They are intended to help create peaceful neighborhoods in which rentals exist.
Pets - We welcome two (2) well trained dogs and registered service animals, with a few requests: We ask that you not allow dogs on the furniture. Please bring your dogs indoors during visits from the house crew. Guests with dogs should note - like many gardens, not all of the plants in the backyard are safe to nibble on. A Pet Fee will apply to each booking (see description for the fee amount).
Pool heating is $75 per night (3 night minimum), but completely optional. Highly recommended October-May. When requested, the pool will be set to 86 degrees for at least 12 hours per day. Spa heating is included in the nightly rate as long as the spa is turned off after each use.
NO glass is allowed in the pool area. Plastic glassware is provided.
NO SMOKING is permitted inside the house.
Be kind to our mid-century plumbing. Only flush toilet paper. Place wipes (including ‘flushable wipes’) in the trash bins provided. Place food scraps in the trash bin rather than down the garbage disposal.
Kindly note this is not just another rental property - this is our cherished family vacation home that we are excited to share with you. Treat it like your own home and let our Property Manager know if there are any maintenance issues so they can be addressed right away.
Tahquitz River Estates, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, is home to this holiday home. Palm Springs Convention Center and Moorten Botanical Garden are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Rimrock Shopping Center and Cathedral Village Shopping Center. Palm Springs Swim Center and Palm Springs Lanes are also worth visiting. Visit our Palm Springs travel guide
Does Rare Find: Home + Private Casita | Pool & Spa have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Rare Find: Home + Private Casita | Pool & Spa pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Rare Find: Home + Private Casita | Pool & Spa?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rare Find: Home + Private Casita | Pool & Spa?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rare Find: Home + Private Casita | Pool & Spa?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Rare Find: Home + Private Casita | Pool & Spa located?
Located in Tahquitz River Estates, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Baristo Park, San Jacinto Mountains and Palm Springs Swim Center. Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center and Tahquitz Canyon are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Henry K.
8 May 2024
Oasis
A tranquil and invigorating oasis for rainy Oregonians. The backyard is so lush, private and welcoming - we almost never left! Spotless and flowing home, very cool, perfect for families - including our 7 month old grandson. Our local host was very responsive and helpful. We will return with pleasure!
What a wonderful place to spend a relaxing weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
3 Jan 2026
Fabulous House and Location
House was great for our family of 5. Kitchen new and well stocked. Pool and hot tub and outdoor space was perfect. Casita offered comfort and privacy when we needed to work. Interior of house was comfortable snd well appointed. Easy walk to town and restaurants. This was a great place for us- just sad to leave.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Hallie M.
30 Jun 2024
The BOMB home in Palm Springs!
I hesitate to tell everyone how great this place is because it will fill up! But oh well! It's fantastic. Location, beds, pool - so easy to walk downtown. The real mid-century vibe throughout. Can't wait to go back!
This house has everything you need. The kitchen was well equipped with all the things we needed for the weekend. The property was very spacious and well spread out. The back house is perfect for separation of guest. The neighborhood is nice and quiet. The property is closely located to Downtown Palm Springs with many places and amenities near by. Mike was great, he kept in contact with us for any questions or issues we had. My family had a blast.
We had a great stay for 6 nights. It is clean and backyard has lots of room and we swam in the pool and relaxed at the spa. It is a nice and quiet neighborhood, and super close to downtown, restaurants and shops.
This is a very nice and quiet neighborhood. The pool area is very well kept and a nice relaxing place to enjoy. The property is close attractions such as the down town area and close the dry river bed for walking. Highly recommend the property.
This house is perfect for two couples or group of friends. It feels like it's ideally set up for 4 people based on the number of seats in the dining and living areas, but you could fit up to 6 if you're cozy. The location is a very short drive (<5 min) to the main strip as well as restaurants and grocery stores. It was exceptionally quiet with no road noise. Beautiful view of the mountains as well.
The property was perfect. Very clean, great for a quiet week. The only outdoor noise was landscaping - it was very peaceful yet very close to all the restaurants and activities. Like other reviewers mentioned, the owner is great and very available. The property is exceptionally well stocked for a vacation rental. It had more than what we needed. Can’t wait to visit this property again.
This is a beautiful house with everything you would need for a great vacation! Walt was great to work with, and we felt so comfortable during our stay. The beds are beyond cozy and the pool and backyard were something from a dream. Pictures do not do this house justice!!
Overall this is a great house. Full amenities as listed. Was worth paying to heat the pool / spa. The kitchen was well equipped. The contact with the house manager / agent was near real time and super helpful/responsive. The neighborhood is fantastic, the proximity to shops and food was also great. The only suggestion was that the air mattress was not great. Consider putting a mattress or day bed in the TV room.
We loved this property and the neighborhood! Great swimming pool with privacy, I’m glad we paid to have it heated this time of year. There was plenty of dishes and kitchen accessories including utensils for the bbq which we didn’t use. We will recommend this property and would love to come back to enjoy the pool and the down time in a relaxing home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Jo B.
9 Apr 2019
Private and Perfect
Frank’s house was perfect for my husband and I, my daughter and her beau and our two dogs. We ended up spending most of our time outdoors in the beautiful yard, in the pool, spa or one often various sitting areas. The kitchen was well stocked with supplies that Frank generously provided (how often do you stay in a vacation property where there are extras of paper goods, dishwasher pods etc?) Also, prior guests left a number of useful pantry items.
The three citrus trees provided us with amazing grapefruit and oranges for yummy drinks that we had to concoct because the fresh fruit tasted amazing.
The house was comfortable and well appointed. We had a minor plumbing issue and I texted Walt who had a plumber there within 30 minutes. Walt also made sure that we were well situated upon arrival.
The house is a quick walk to the Tahquitz river where we walked both our dogs and ourselves daily.
Overall, a great house in a great location that is beautifully appointed and well maintained.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Harry B.
2 Apr 2019
Palm Springs mid-century Modern
the property was everything we expected. The back garden and the pools were private, the grapefruit and orange trees beautiful. A perfect stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Margaret G.
2 Jul 2018
Palm Springs Perfection
This house was a delight from minute zero to the end.
The front door opened - a portal to a zen oasis. I am a no-alarm-clocks type of Palm Springs visitor - which meant waking up pre-dawn to the concert of birds. Hours spent by the pool - reading, relaxing, and falling into that perfect water.
I could have not been happier.
Dog also approved - her highlight was laying underneath the citrus trees.
Every thing you need.
Every thing you expect.
Every question answered - delightfully.
Start to finish - 10's across the board!
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10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
2 Jul 2018
A five-star getaway
My first impression of this house from the photos online was that it was first class... and a surprise that the owner of such a lovely home would want to share it with strangers. But on arrival it even exceeded my expectations. It’s contemporary but comfortable, spotless and the kitchen is high quality. First rate! The neighborhood itself is quiet and a central location in Palm Springs. Great for riding bikes, long walks and very close to incredible hikes. We loved the pool during the day and hot spa at night. Our decision to spend our getaway here rather than at a resort was a wonderful choice! Thank you to the owner for sharing. Looking forward to staying here again soon. Do not hesitate to indulge in a stay here and do take advantage of the marvelous kitchen for a meal or two at home!
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10/10 Excellent
joe p.
2 Jul 2018
WOW! Great location...Upscale Mid Century Home
From the very moment we stepped through the front door of this home, we knew we were in for an exceptional experience! The entire property is nothing short of spectacular! the owner has done such a great job turning this house into a wonderful home and I am so happy he decided to share it with others! The backyard is surrounded by large shrubs giving you complete privacy, the pool and spa are brand new, there are several fruit trees and other desert landscape that complete this oasis. You will also find outdoor seating for 6 under shaded fabric sails, several chaise lounge chairs for relaxing by the pool and a new BBQ grill. The amazing view of the mountains from the backyard reminded me of a backdrop they would use in a movie! The inside of the house is just as fabulous, it is decorated in mid-century style, with beautiful artwork, plenty of seating, (I particularly loved) the separate TV room that can also be used as a 3rd bedroom with an inflatable mattress, an beautiful well-stocked kitchen that we really enjoyed preparing our dinners in, extremely comfortable bedrooms with TV's and bathrooms complete with all of the necessities. The center of Downtown is an easy 1-mile walk (or short drive,) and Palm Canyon Drive/111, the main (non-highway) artery that links Palm Springs and the surrounding communities, is easily accessible. The local property manager was very quick to respond to questions and extremely helpful both during the initial rental process and throughout our stay. Would definitely stay here again on our next visit! A+A+A+A+
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10/10 Excellent
Craig C.
23 Jun 2018
A+
I have been to Palm Springs many times and always stayed in a hotel.
Never again. The house was beautiful, stylishly furnished(but totally comfortable), great yard and a much larger than expected pool and jacuzzi. Everything about it was easy plus a great location.