Googie Ranch - Historic Racquet Club Estates - Palm Springs

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Classic kidney shaped pool. The swimming pool is approximately 13x30x5′ deep

Beautiful mountain views from every angle

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6113 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Washer

Pool

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Palm Springs, CA

Palm Springs Square Shopping Center

15 min walk

Desert Regional Medical Center

3 min drive

Las Palmas

3 min drive

Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)

11 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

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

Master Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Googie Ranch - Historic Racquet Club Estates

The City Of Palm Springs ID# 1542

This 1959 Butterfly Alexander, in Racquet Club Estates, was designed by renowned architect William Krisel and has been obsessively restored to it's original vision of space age optimism. Nat Reed had the unique opportunity to meet with William Krisel on several occasions and discussed where to find and how to incorporate original concepts and materials for the renovation. When you step inside the home you will enjoy a one of a kind Palm Springs Mid Century experience from the vintage furnishings to the original construction materials. The artist, Nat Reed, brings the same bright palette and sense of fun to the decor that is on display in his retro modern inspired art. Nostalgically themed bedrooms tickle your imagination. Sweeping clerestories and a wall of south facing glass bring the outside in, flooding the house with sunlight and warmth. From your own quarter acre lot enjoy the meditative view of the San Jacinto Mountains, while lounging by the kidney shaped pool. Nap in the hammock under the quiet shade of an olive tree. Wash away your stress in the refreshing outdoor shower (hot and cold) in the completely private backyard. On cool evenings, gather around the flickering firebowl for a nightcap. A mile from downtown. Make your mid-century immersion complete at Googie Ranch. During the summer of 2021 new Italian ceramic tile flooring and fresh paint in all areas of the home was complete, giving a fresh look and feel to Googie Ranch.

Minimum length of stay and special rates may apply during certain seasonal events.

There is an optional pool heating available for a fee, (when needed). Depending upon length of stay, utility charges may apply.

Upon acceptance of the reservation you will be required to sign a Rental Agreement directly with the management company – 365 Vacation Rentals

The Palm Springs Vacation Rental Ordinance requires the following:

All persons must be at least 25 years of age or accompanied by parent or legal guardian.
The maximum number of guests shall not exceed posted limits. This includes ALL children AND infants.
Outdoor music of any kind or excessive noise is not permitted at any time.
No more than 1 car per bedroom is allowed per home. 3 car maximum.

Failure to do so will result in fines being issued directly to the occupant of the home and you will forfeit your security deposit. Please refer to your rental agreement or ask for greater detail.

Please note this home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood, this home is not a party house.

Property manager

365 Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please note this home is not child proof

Events

No events allowed

This is not a party house

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Music or excessive noise is not allowed outdoors at any time of day, per the City of Palm Springs

Only 1 car per bedroom is allowed at any given time.

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

Note from host: This is not a party house

Long-term renters welcome

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Palm Springs

Located in Racquet Club Estates, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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. Las Palmas and The Mountain Station are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Brown's BBQ and Soul Food - ‬2 min drive
‪Billy Reed's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
‪Del Taco - ‬14 min walk

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joey W.

9 July 2024

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

Mid-Century perfection

We had an amazing stay at this house! It was clean, quiet, and the perfect spot for disconnecting and enjoying some much-needed pool time. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabella C.

8 June 2024

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

Perfect vacation house

This house was perfect for our stay in Palm Springs! The mid century design and furniture was awesome. The private backyard was a fun place to hang with a few different areas to sit and easy to get to from the sliding glass door in the kitchen. Lots of hummingbirds to watch also! The pool was clean and refreshingly cool. The house had all the essentials, like towels, pots and pans etc. I would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

18 Nov 2023

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

A home away from home

This place is a true masterpiece. Surrounded by art in every room and immersed in the mid century experience, you can’t help but enjoy this place for the total eye candy that it is. After daily outings, it was a wonderful sanctuary to return to for some poolside quiet time. The rental agency was very responsive and check in and check out was effortless. This place was the icing on the cake of our Palm Springs adventure.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelson G.

5 Sept 2023

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

Great architectural house

Cute house in a great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

4 July 2023

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

Mid-century Modern Haven

We truly enjoyed a very relaxing stay at Googie Ranch. The check-in process was smooth and easy, and the property was just as advertised. We appreciated all of the authentic mid-century modern touches, including the Formica countertops and furniture of the era. The Nat Reed art throughout the house maintained that great vibe. And relaxing by the pool was just awesome! We truly enjoyed our relaxing stay at the Googie Ranch!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arika H.

2 May 2023

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

Cute little place

Cute and clean space to hang out for the weekend while being in town for stagecoach. Jerry was very attentive to anything we needed. The pool and backyard was perfect. Thanks for having us

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitehorn E.

27 Apr 2023

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

Quiet, Relaxing Kitsch!

Fantastic! 5 stars! A+ Love this property. Can't say enough good things about it and the communication, check-in and check-out. Easy-peasy all the way. Absolutely love the decor! This mid-century gem is decorated with sense of humor, kitsch, and a genuine appreciation for the era of the home. The kitchen is well-equipped for cooking. Bring your own spices and you can find just about every pot, pan or utensil you are likely to need. You may want to buy ice unless you're down with cracking old school ice trays like we had when I was young (aging myself here), but really, how big of a deal is that? The expansive backyard is exceptionally well maintained and has everything you could need for a quiet, relaxing vacation with family or friends. SIX lounge chairs, a grill and a table for four to nosh outside, four additional chairs around the fire pit, a hammock... honestly, what doesn't this property have? Ok, Palm Springs doesn't let you have raucous parties in the neighborhoods. Tough patooties, folks. Stay downtown for that. Stay here to relax and enjoy the beautiful desert sky overhead while you float in the heated pool. I did.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

25 Jan 2023

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

Mid-century magic in the desert!

What a delight it was to stay at the Googie Ranch! Bathed in sunlight and lovingly decorated with the striking and whimsical art of Nat Reed, this classic Alexander home is a mid-century modern-lover's dream. If you're looking for a touch of fun, elegance, and mountain views to die for, look no further. The property managers were responsive and helpful throughout our stay....we can't wait to return!

Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Khyati R.

27 Nov 2022

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

Great location and property.

Our family had a wonderful Thanksgiving week! The home was the perfect size for our family of five.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

J. Richard W.

4 Oct 2022

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

Pristine mid-century vacation home — just one issue…

We LOVED Googie Ranch! The vintage furnishings and decor are truly impressive, the home is clean and well maintained, and the secluded back yard and pool are perfect - especially the outdoor shower. The pink poodle paintings were particularly charming! The only real issue we had — which is the reason for the four start rating instead of five — is that the mattresses are not comfortable and need to be replaced. We tried both the primary bedroom (queen) and main guest bedroom (king) — and both felt like they should have been replaced years ago. We did not try the second guest bedroom because that one has two twin beds. One other thing I would mention to the property manager — which is a truly minor issue — is that all of the pool inflatables leaked air and wouldn’t stay inflated. Maybe get rid of those and replace them with new (should not be a huge expense). Despite these issues we loved the property so much that we would stay there again.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy V., Atlanta, GA USA

15 Aug 2022

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

Great Desert MCM in Palm Springs

The Googie Ranch is a great MCM spot in Palm Springs. It’s eclectically designed with all that you need to have a wonderful stay. It has a nice kitschy mid-century vibe and is located near all the Palm Springs hot spots. It’s located in a quiet neighborhood of other cool mid-century desert modern homes. it has a nice pool and a nicely decorated patio and backyard. If I could just offer two small suggestions they would be that the bathrooms need to be given some TLC such as re-caulking and re-grouting would help freshen it up a bit. Plus the exterior needs some TLC as well. Overall it was a great stay

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

21 July 2022

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

Perfect Couple's Desert Getaway!

My husband and I stayed here for our 39th wedding anniversary! The home was perfect. Conveniently located. Close to airport and downtown. Home was super clean. High-end washer and dryer on site was a big win. We absolutely loved the mid-mod artwork, furniture and overall vibe. Owners/property managers were very responsive to questions and needs. You definitely want to stay here, it will not disappoint. We will certainly stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

11 July 2022

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

Home was as described, clean and in order.

The home was perfect for my wife and kids, very clean and all the amenities required for a 4 night stay. Home owner and property manager were available for all questions.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F., North Vancouver

22 May 2022

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

Fantastic place!

We had a wonderful time. A mid-century classic!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid Y.

13 Mar 2022

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

Charming place.

We really enjoyed our time here. Quaint and simple, but with everything we needed. Kids and grownups alike loved the trip.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

30 Nov 2021

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

We will definitely be back!

Our family of four (2 adults, 2 young kids) had a fantastic stay. The house was clean, bright, awesome decor, in a quiet neighborhood, a two-minute walk from a playground. The beds were comfy. The kitchen was well-stocked with pots, pans, plates, drinkware, servingware. The backyard was so fun! The firepit was great on nights that weren't too breezy. We had the pool heated ( a must in November), and it was a good size with one end shallow enough for a five and seven year old to stand up in and play. We had a great, relaxing stay and would love to return some day.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Mychal L.

9 Aug 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great pool, fun decor, needs a refresh

The house design and decor is as described, very palm springs, and fun. It had everything we needed and with young kids was a great set up. No problems with the house supplies or process of checking in and out. The host was responsive, even texting late at night during a power outage! However it does feel the house is a bit worn out and could use some updating. The biggest concern was the cleanliness, especially during the pandemic. High touch areas were clearly dirty upon arrival, so we spent time cleaning the house and doing laundry before being able to enjoy it. The pool and outdoor space was great, and where we spent most of the time. Overall we had a fun weekend.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

4 Aug 2021

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

Amazing vacation home!

My friends and I had a great time at this amazing home. The house was comfortable and the pool was great to use during the hot summer days. The host was very fast at replying and very accommodating. Highly recommend! My friends and I would love to come back soon. Thank you for an amazing stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

22 Apr 2021

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

Snowbird getaway

Great place overall! The pool and landscaping were top notch. Hoping to get back again!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Nicole S., Sherwood Park, Alberta Canada

6 Sept 2019

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

Wonderful stay

If you’re looking for mid century modern this is it. The art is fantastic. Our only issue was walls & doors felt grubby so either they need a good scrubbing or a fresh coat of paint. The yard and pool were amazing. Great location. Thx

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alysia P., Los Angeles, CA

2 Aug 2019

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

Fun & Sun

Fun mid-century modern home located in a quiet neighborhood with vibrant, playful art & a mountain view from the pool. Plenty of outside space for sun or shade. We had an excellent time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

7 Nov 2018

Fabulous!!!

Amazing house and amenities. Happy and vibrant furnishings in a quiet and nice neighborhood. Everything we were looking for and better than we expected.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Natasha E.

20 Oct 2018

Very pleased with our stay.

What a beautiful house and location. It truly felt like we were living in a time capsule, with the mid-century modern house and decor. The property is very well maintained, including the grounds and pool. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

365 Vacation Rentals P.

25 June 2018

Perfect Relation, Fabulous Mid Century Decor

Fantastic house with fantastic Mid Century decor. Enjoyed the peace and quiet of the outdoor space, compared to the hustle and bustle of the big city. Relaxation by the pool during the day and star gazing at night. Downtown was quite close for evening action. The home is owned by a local artist. We went to his gallery and purchased some fantastic art to remind us of our stay in Palm Springs. Can't wait to return.

10/10 Excellent

Eil C.

17 June 2018

Fun, unique, mid-mod, beautiful property

Great fun getaway! Amazing retro styled house with beautiful, big , very private backyard and pool. We loved the themed bedrooms created the artist who owns the house , like our own little Disneyland. House has a very open feel, with lots of glass to the back and mountain views. Loved the outdoor shower! Super unique place to stay.

About the host

Hosted by 365 Vacation Rentals

365 Vacation Rentals is a tight-knit, family-run business that works hard to ensure you enjoy a super fun and memorable vacation, because we want you to come back and stay with us!

Why they chose this property

Located in the famous Racquet Club Estates neighborhood

What makes this property unique

Restored several years ago to reflect the era in which it was built. Vintage furniture and optimistic art by the owner are key elements of this home. Recent updates include terrazzo tile floors, new dishwasher, gas range and washer and dryer.