Restored Mid-Century Palmer and Krisel Borrego Springs, California Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 163663
Living Room w/fireplace
Location: Borrego Springs, Deserts, California, USA (Borrego Springs is 1.5 hours east of San Diego)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
This home was featured in the October 2008 issue of Angeleno Magazine as well as the September 2008 issue of San Diego Home and Garden. In 2007 Save Our Heritage Organisation presented the current owners with a People in Preservation award for the restoration of this classic mid-century design.
Restored 1959 Palmer and Krisel mid-century home. Many know of the tract (Racquet Club Estates) of these homes located in Palm Springs where hundreds of these homes were built. In 1959 Borrego Springs was just starting to find its own identity as a small mid-century oasis. La Jolla developers Fred Corey Jr.and John Wilhelm recognized the opportunity and hired Bill Krisel to provide designs for eight homes located just south of De Anza Golf Club in a tract that became known as the Golf Course Annex.
Sadly, many of these homes have been lost to remodels and neglect over the past 45 years, only a handful remain. This home was purchased in 2007 and was in total disrepair. The current owners have researched and restored this home to near original condition. Both bathrooms and kitchen contain all original tile and many original fixtures. The original Krisel designed "floating" cabinets have been restored with their Masonite sliding doors replaced.
The kitchen and both bathrooms remain in near complete original condition. Original tile was restored and most original fixtures remain. Original colors and finsish have been restored and retained wherever possible.
The home comes completely furnished with mostly period furnishings to compliment the architecture and original design. A 32 foot long pool was added by the current owner along with new patios and succulent plantings. Views to the west of Indian Head and to the north of Torro Peak complete the natural backdrop to the ½ acre lot.
Borrego Springs has recently begun to embrace its mid-century roots. In town you will find a quiet but unique commercial district with small single story storefronts mostly built in the 50's and 60's. De Anza Country Club is a short walk from the house. The course contains several fantastic custom homes designed by some of Southern California’s most notable architects including, William Cody, Henry Hester, Dick Zerbe and others.
Two bedrooms have queen sized beds the third bedroom is set up with a bunk bed for children. Maximum occupancy is 4 adults and 2 kids.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: washer/dryer combo unit
- Dryer: washer dryer combo unit
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking: Carport (two spaces)
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Basic Cable
- DVD
- Video Library: 20 + DVD's
- Private Pool: Solar Heat
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$280/night .. $1400/week ..
Stays of longer than 1 week; inquire for rates and availability
Plus cleaning and deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Living Room w/fireplace - Vacation House in Borrego Springs, California
- Backyard and Pool - Vacation House in Borrego Springs, California
- Bedroom 3 - Vacation House in Borrego Springs, California
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #163663
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