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Modernism Rediscovered. William Krisel Designed Julius Shluman Published House

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A modern house with a glass facade, a pool, and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living room with a yellow sofa, a round coffee table, a fireplace, and a large TV.
A residential area with palm trees, a well-maintained lawn, and a modern house with a white exterior.
A modern house with a well-maintained garden, palm trees, and a mountain backdrop.
A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Indian Canyons Golf Resort
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Palm Springs, CA
  • Place, Indian Canyons Golf Resort
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Moorten Botanical Garden
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Canyon Country Club North Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1. Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2. Middle Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3. Doris Day Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

1. Primary Bathroom

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

2. Middle Bathroom

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

3. Doris Day Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Modernism Rediscovered. William Krisel Designed Julius Shluman Published House

Palm Spring City Permit #2821

Light and bright with stunning floor to ceiling windows, this truly iconic mid-century modern home is an amazing example of indoor-outdoor architecture. Located on a very quiet street in Twin Palms neighborhood in central Palm Springs, which is dog friendly and very walkable. Designed by William Krisel and once owned by the famous science fiction author Ray Bradbury. The stunning 1957 design showcase home offers indoor-outdoor living with floor-to-ceiling as well as clerestory windows in almost every room.

The home has been published many times and photographed by Julius Shulman the famous mid-century photographer. Located in the quiet and very walkable neighborhood called Twin Palms, this architectural gem has been featured in Palm Spring’s Modernism Week architectural tours and published in several publications, including Modernism Rediscovered. It has also been published in Popular Mechanics magazine (1958) as "The House of Tomorrow" showcasing Post Modernism design. In addition, NPR recently featured the home in an article on William Krisel, the architect who brought mid-century modern architecture to the masses... helping make Palm Springs what it is today.

The Bradbury home has been lovingly restored to its original charm and Hollywood roots. It has a spacious and open floor plan with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and living room that is perfect for groups of families and friends. The bedrooms are elegantly decorated with comfortable beds and high-quality linens, providing a comfortable and relaxing environment for guests to unwind after a long day at the pool or enjoying nearby downtown Palm Springs (less than 5 minutes). Inside, the living room features a large curved mid-century couch with a 55” flat screen TV, while the dining room has a sleek, spacious dining table with seating for 6-8. The kitchen boasts the original pink and chrome oven and stovetop with a pass-through window to the patio, and a private patio off the kitchen features period designed patio seating for 10.

The home has three light and airy bedrooms, including two primary suites with their own private bathroom. Also large comfortable beds and large sliding glass windows, as well as a third bedroom with beautiful views of the private atrium. All bedroom have floor to ceiling windows and are beautifully appointed with vintage designed furniture and modern amenities, such as wireless Internet, flat screen televisions, and state-of-the-art Lennox A/C. It also now has sustainable "solar" power with Telsa battery to help save energy and the planet!

Enjoy this very "instagramable" mid-century home with its amazing architecture and light and bright rooms. Play in the desert sun while enjoying the very private backyard and sparkling pool. Almost every room features upper clerestory windows showcasing the mountain views and palm tree sky.
Don't miss your chance to stay in this truly original Mid-Century vacation home and experience living in the true modernist style of this Krisel designed Alexander & Company built home.
Small dog weighing less than 20lbs will be considered with approval and pet fee. During cooler months, the pool can be heated for an additional fee.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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 less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small dog less 20 lbs. will be considered; pet 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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place all dirty towels in the bathtubs or if wet please hang over the shower doors.
Please turn the AC to 85 degrees (or off in the winter)
Please make sure the umbrellas in the backyard are closed and straps are tied and put all pool floats back in the garage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Attached rental agreement must be completed, signed and returned within 2 days of booking. It includes the City of Palm Springs VR ordinance.
Pool heating on request - additional fee required. Please enquire for rates.
The name of the primary person renting the property must match the Vrbo name. And primary renter must provide an official ID such as driver's license.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 358482
Property # 358482vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Palm Springs

Located in Twin Palms, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. Ruddy's General Store Museum and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Indian Canyons Golf Resort. Check out an event or a game at Agua Caliente Casino, and consider making time for Palm Springs Convention Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, rock climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Indian Canyons Golf Resort - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Moorten Botanical Garden - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Canyon Country Club North Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Canyon South Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 25 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪360 Sports - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tool Shed - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dick’s on Arenas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lulu California Bistro - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Modernism Rediscovered. William Krisel Designed Julius Shluman Published House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Modernism Rediscovered. William Krisel Designed Julius Shluman Published House 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 Modernism Rediscovered. William Krisel Designed Julius Shluman Published House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modernism Rediscovered. William Krisel Designed Julius Shluman Published House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modernism Rediscovered. William Krisel Designed Julius Shluman Published House?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Modernism Rediscovered. William Krisel Designed Julius Shluman Published House located?

Located in Twin Palms, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Indian Canyons Golf Resort and Moorten Botanical Garden. San Jacinto Mountains and Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Steve

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We love exploring in the desert and hiking

We love the original architecture and the history of the home. The house is modernism at its best. Clean lines and walls of glass. It's very peaceful and quiet with views of the mountains and the house is extremely comfortable with quality beds and fine linens.

Why they chose this property

We love the neighborhood which is in the heart of Palm Springs in an area known as Twin Palms. The neighborhood is very walkable and has many other restored mid-century modern homes. And has been featured in architectural tours as part of Palm Springs Modernism Weeks. It's also an easy walk to Kofi coffeeshop or trendy Ace Hotel. We can also walk to the smoke tree shopping area for great restaurants-- the best Vegan Restaurant in town and grocery store. There's also other restaurants nearby that feature authentic Vietnamese food as well as pizza and pasta. Close to everything, yet a very quiet neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

This is a true Mid-Century home with wonderful Mid-Century modern furnishings that are authentic to the original design. Staying here feels like you're transported back in time with elegant and simplistic esthetic. A true feeling of indoor-outdoor living.... and so peaceful and quiet... in all surrounded by a spectacular neighborhood.

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