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Casa Di Vetro -- Modern Architectural Home with distinctive dramatic colonnade
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Photo credit: Martin Knowles Photo/Media (@mkphotomedia)
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Pool Patio Firepit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6315.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Palm Springs, CA
  • Indian Canyons Golf Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs Convention Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Principal Bedroom Suite 1

1 King Bed

Principal Bedroom Suite 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath 3

Toilet · Shower only

PBR Bath 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

PBR Bath 2

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxe Modern Architectural Gem, Published, Fav on Modernism Week, Designer Owner

Modern Architectural Masterpiece - Iconic Home / Favorite on the Modernism Week Program

Welcome to Casa Di Vetro ("The Glass House"), a unique designer-owner remodeled California Modern architectural home that was featured in the prestigious Signature Home Tour by Palm Springs Modernism Week in 2020, and also included in the Modernism Week programs in 2021 and 2023! Featured in several books and magazines including "Palm Springs Weekend" by Hess and Danish as well as "Desert Life", this stylish gem stands proud on the famed Indian Canyons Golf Resort. The distinctive long colonnade entrance leads past gorgeous desert landscaping to the iconic, oversized, Palm Springs yellow doors. Inside this amazing home, you'll find an open-concept floor plan, with 14 ft. walls of glass, spacious interiors, white porcelain-tiled floors, extensive accent lighting, and fine minimalist modern furnishings and decor throughout. With over a dozen sliding glass doors, clerestory windows and multiple viewing decks and patios, there's no end in sight of the breathtaking surrounding mountains!

Relax in the private salt water pool, soothe your muscles in the extra-large jetted spa, or take some sun in the submerged Baja tanning deck. At the end of the day, gather with your friends around the shimmering blue glass fire pit under the stars. This resort-style home is a great match for clients with high standards, seeking the true Palm Springs lifestyle.

The interior designer-owner of this home has completely remodeled and updated it recently with luxurious desert indoor/outdoor living in mind. It features 3 large bedrooms with 3 full baths (2 ensuite), a glamorous powder room, spacious professional-grade kitchen, private dining room, with vintage chandeliers and original modern artwork throughout. You will love the open feel that this unique architectural home provides while still offering privacy. Each of the two large principal suites has the feel of a luxury hotel. Both offer direct access to the outside patio or pool. The third bedroom features 2 queen-size beds.

Step outside through sliding glass walls to take full advantage of the indoor/outdoor Palm Springs lifestyle. Slip au naturel into the sparkling salt water pool to cool off... or lose yourself in a book under the shade of an umbrella on one of many chaise lounges. It will be hard not to relax as you take in the fresh desert air and become mesmerized by our plentiful, breathtaking mountain views!

The house is located in the desirable and typically wind-free south end of Palm Springs in the heart of the prestigious Indian Canyons neighborhood. You will enjoy fabulous and private resort-like accommodations with a large pool deck, private outdoor shower, 9 chaise lounge chairs, On the back patio, recline on cushy sectional seating around the gas fire pit with endless views of the green golf course, while sipping a refreshing beverage and admiring the sunset behind the San Jacinto Mountains. Then, enjoy a fabulous dinner prepared al fresco at the well-equipped stainless steel outdoor kitchen and one of our 2 patio dining tables, each with seating for 6.

The bi-level main great room in the core of the house features a pool-level cocktail area with a fully-equipped wet bar with ice maker, mini-fridge, wine cellar, and plenty of glassware, as well as a raised seating area/home theater by the fireplace with incredible panoramic views to the majestic mountains and clear blue skies beyond.

An expansive modern kitchen frames yet another stunning view of the golf course, and features a large waterfall prep island, quartz countertops, two sinks, and Thermador professional appliances including a 48" refrigerator, two dishwashers, a 5-burner gas cooktop with griddle, double convection ovens, microwave, a built-in coffee/cappuccino maker, as well as an eat-in breakfast area with a 42” HDTV. The kitchen is fully-equipped with a wide variety of high-end cookware, numerous utensils, and small appliances that would make a professional chef happy. If cooking is part of what you enjoy during your down time, you're in for a very special treat you will not find in most any other vacation rental property.

The house features extensive technology and home automation throughout. The Crestron, Sonos and Apple TV home entertainment system provides an easy way to enjoy your streaming music and video with high fidelity speakers throughout the house. The home theater set up in the living room features a 75" 4K Ultra-HDTV and full Dolby Digital surround system with 7 speakers and 4 subwoofers.

The main Master Bedroom Suite is spacious and bright, with a balcony leading directly to the pool and spa. This bedroom features a King-size bed, 75" 3D HDTV, full Dolby Digital surround sound system, and Blue Ray/DVD player. The huge en-suite master bathroom features a large double shower for two with amazing mountain views and sparkling modern glass tiles. A secondary European-style hygienic mini-shower is located within the toilet/water closet area.

The second Master Bedroom Suite is located in the central part of the house with western-facing mountain views. This suite features a King-size bed, a 55" HDTV, and private en-suite full bathroom with skylight. A sliding glass door leads from this bedroom to the side and back patio.

The third Guest Bedroom is secluded at the end of the hallway on the west wing of the house for additional privacy. The large room features two Queen-size beds, a 42" HDTV, and an adjacent full bathroom. With no exterior access, this room has a window with a mountain view, and is nearby a slider to the pool patio.

Once the sun is down and the sky starts to darken, the real drama of this unique home begins... The pool and fountains illuminate, turning the water into a gorgeous deep blue hue. Together with the expansive intersecting panels of glass, the pool effectively reflects the architectural design of the house and surrounding mountains with breathtaking beauty! Extensive LED landscape lighting will also reflect shades of the desert landscape and palms. All the windows are covered with remote controlled retractable shades for privacy.

The house is conveniently located just a short 10 minute drive to downtown Palm Springs with all of its excellent restaurants, shopping, art galleries and nightlife.

You will find this to be one of the finest homes for your vacation available in the desert!

Please note that home office space is reserved for owner use only. Also, the house is home to a grand piano which is not normally available to guests, but may be discussed optionally with the owner for an additional fee.

Due to high transaction fees charged for international credit card payments, guests paying by credit cards issued outside of the US or in currency other than USD will be responsible for the associated processing charge (typically around 5%) which will be billed as an additional payment.

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The City of Palm Springs ID #3060

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ***ONLY*** RENT THIS HOUSE THROUGH VRBO / HOMEAWAY AND NEVER LIST IT ON ANY OTHER WEBSITES SUCH AS CRAIGSLIST.

Property manager

Michael Bourque & Jerome Gentes

Languages

English

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Amenities

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
House is intended for adults/not geared to kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO smoking allowed inside the house.
Guest must abide by PS Vacation Rental Ordinance- limits # of people on property, prohibits any outdoor music, etc., and pay any fines up to $1000.
Guest must sign Rental Agreement to be sent separately before reservation will be confirmed, which contains all rules and restrictions that apply.
Instant book guests must meet all qualifications and sign Rental Agreement or booking will not be confirmed final (it will be canceled).

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
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
Property Registration Number 3060

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palm Springs

Located in Indian Canyon, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, this holiday home is next to a golf course and 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. Boomers! Palm Springs and Las Palmas are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Indian Canyons Golf Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Tahquitz Canyon - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 26 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tool Shed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Elmer's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Manhattan in the Desert - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxe Modern Architectural Gem, Published, Fav on Modernism Week, Designer Owner have a pool?

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

Is Luxe Modern Architectural Gem, Published, Fav on Modernism Week, Designer Owner pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxe Modern Architectural Gem, Published, Fav on Modernism Week, Designer Owner?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxe Modern Architectural Gem, Published, Fav on Modernism Week, Designer Owner?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Luxe Modern Architectural Gem, Published, Fav on Modernism Week, Designer Owner located?

Located in Indian Canyon, this golf holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Indian Canyons Golf Resort, Boomers! Palm Springs, and San Jacinto Mountains. Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Canyon Country Club South Golf Course are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
This is our second visit and, as before, we were delighted with the house. It is in a perfect location, the kitchen is a cook's delight, the view from the sitting room towards the gold course and the mountains is wonderful, and the pool is great for swimming
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
This Palm Springs rental is absolutely stunning! The mid-century modern design is beautifully preserved while featuring a gorgeous remodel with stylish, high-quality furnishings. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated, creating a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern comfort. The home is impeccably clean and clearly well taken care of.The outdoor space is just as impressive—the pool is pristine, and the surrounding views are breathtaking, making it the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Whether you’re soaking up the sun, enjoying the beautifully designed interiors, or taking in the stunning mountain backdrop, this home offers an incredible Palm Springs experience. Highly recommend!Thank you to Michael and Jerome for your stellar hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathryn s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location perfect!
Just what we needed!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
This house is beautiful. It is in an excellent location on the golf course yet near to all the facilities that Palm Springs has to offer. The pool is very private and perfect for swimming lengths. We had a wonderful stay thanks to the kindness and thoughtfulness of Michael and Jerome.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed with our three young children and everyone loved it and had a blast. Beautiful home with tons of natural light and fantastic views.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

BILL B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House!
Amazing house--beautiful style--so relaxing!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
We were three adult couples, going down for a week of hiking cycling and having a nice time. The house is just as advertised. There are lots of places to sit and visit with each other or sit on your own and read a book. The hot tub and pool were used daily, and were lovely. The own , and we’re lovely. The owners were easy to communicate with and very responsive. Highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samir B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury home with amazing pool
From beginning to end, Michael was an exemplary host making sure we had what we needed at every stage. The property itself was as advertised, with great entertainment systems through the house, high end finishes and a really great pool. Can’t recommend this property enough.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, comfortable, well located Palm Springs home
This home is lovely, well located, and worked extremely well for our group of 6 adults. The pictures do not do it justice, it is more beautiful in person and the space is well designed and layed out, and extraordinarily functional. There is a great sense of space, and the outdoor space is fantastic too. The host is outstanding and extremely responsive and responsible. It is an ideal vacation rental and we would happily stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulously Designed, Well-Located
This fabulously designed, well-located property was perfect for our adult family vacation. The gorgeous views of the golf course and surrounding mountains made sitting by the fire pits, swimming in the heated pool and hanging out in the hot tub even more enjoyable. The house, bathrooms and gourmet kitchen all were well-stocked. A bonus were the delicious fresh grapefruits from the tree on the property that the host left in a bowl in the separate bar area. The host was a pleasure to deal with, and very responsive both before our arrival and during our time there. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glen R.

Beautiful Experience
The house was great, the pool and hot tub made you want to stay and never go to town. Spent all day in the pool and then the enjoyed the stars around the fire pits. The sound system, television outstanding, but spent most of the time outside. If you want to relax and enjoy the outdoors, stay in to watch movies this is the house for you. Presentation was beautiful, the pool bar area and kitchen both top of the line.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

Spectacular, stylish luxury property
Over the years we have rented many homes in Palm Springs, and this one is easily the best. The basic architecture of the house makes it one of the most eye catching around. Magnifying this, the owners have done an exquisite job of renovating the home to the highest standards. Finally, the furnishings and design they employed make staying here so comfortable you really don't ever want to leave the property. If you are thinking about splurging on the best, don't hesitate to book this home!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maureen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!!!
The house is absolutely gorgeous! The architecture and interior design is the epitome of Palm Springs Glam. We loved every moment, lounging by the pool, watching the golfers from the upper level of the great room, preparing meals in the very well appointed kitchen and then enjoying them al fresco on the beautiful patio. The bedrooms and bathrooms are all spacious and extremely comfortable and the hosts are a pleasure to work with... super responsive and kind. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property close to Downtown
Beautiful house! LOVED the location. On golf course, hill views, upscale neighborhood. Very close to downtown, shopping, restaurants and bars. Planned to go out one evening but ended up staying in and ordering food. The house was too stunning to leave. Wanted to enjoy every minute we were there. Spent the majority of time in the pool. Very private. Loved the bar next to front courtyard and pool. Well appointed kitchen and throughout. A “model” home. Michael was terrific to work with, very accommodating. So many special places throughout house and property to relax and enjoy! 5 stars !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the nicest homes we have ever stayed in
This property is stunning. It is one of the most beautiful homes we have ever stayed in. The location is perfect, and it has a rare combo in Palm Springs: a very private pool on one side of the home and the expansive and beautiful view over the golf-course on the other side. One of the owners of the home is a designer, and he spared no expense in creating a spectacularly beautiful and comfortable home. It is very well stocked with anything one might need. The kitchen was amazing. I wish our kitchen at home was as well-stocked with helpful appliances and cooking implements. The host was very helpful and gracious. He helped make our stay in this gorgeous home truly perfect. I can not recommend this home highly enough. It is a treasure. We will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

wesley b.

As wonderful as it looks!
Absolutely fantastic house! This was our second time renting the house for a full week. Modern, clean and very well cared for house in a perfect location within Palm Springs. The pool is large and clean, with a huge hot tub. Excellent gas fireplaces in the back and the front/pool areas make evening lounging very comfortable. Easy check-in and check out, with the owner accommodating baby rental companies to drop stuff off before we arrive. Top notch appliances and a well supplied kitchen. The owner(s) take care to remove almost all of their personal items from the home so you have excellent use of the dressers, cabinets and bathrooms. The only things that wasn't absolutely perfect was the lack of a kettle to boil water for tea... but somehow we persevered and overcame this obstacle :) We will stay here again whenever we are able to return to Palm Springs.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Peace and quiet in this beautiful home!
We were looking to go out of the country for our vacation this spring and decided to avoid airports and customs. Having not been to Palm Springs for a very long time, we decided on this property because of it's contemporary design and open feeling. The photos are very representative of this impressive home, I think it is even more beautiful being there and in it. I have to say that it was one of the top vacations we've taken. The house is well appointed in every way. The kitchen was fabulous, well furnished with cooking needs and I love to cook. With the many places to enjoy a meal in this gorgeous home it was really fun! I can honestly say this was a great experience all the way around. The fire features add a very unique element at night time making it particularly spectacular! Night or day, I loved this house!!! In fact we loved the house so much, we never left to go out, so perfect! Michael, the owner, was also extremely helpful and very responsive to any questions. I loved this home as did my husband, we would go back in a heartbeat!!! Kathleen King
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return to the Desert
We loved everything about our experience at this house. Its more spectacular in person than the photos show, and Michael the owner could not have been nicer or more accommodating. The house is run by a Creston system and once you get the hang of it - it's easy to have music in every part of the house. And the location of the pool allows for a very intimate and social setting. There are two outside areas to hang out: One just off the golf course and grilling area that also hosts a sitting area and a fire pit, with the other being the pool area in a large courtyard that also has a beautiful fire pit with plenty of lounge chairs and areas to enjoy the day and night. I know the area from having lived in the desert for over a decade, but I never realized quite how wonderful it is. We rented bikes for most of our 7 day stay and explore the lovely neighborhood and Palm Springs itself. The location puts you minutes from everything in Palm Springs. We visited the Indian Canyons twice and loved them even more the second time. They are minutes from where the house is in South Palm Springs. Could be my new favorite area in Palm Springs. We would 100% come back the next time in the desert. Thanks Michael for trusting us with your beautiful house - we treated it as we would our own.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 day get away
Our family vacation was canceled due to Covid-19 but we still wanted to get away with everyone. Palm Springs is an easy 2 hour drive from LA, so I did a little research for some rental properties. I found several, but really loved the architecture of this house. I sent a message and was immediately answered...which was a big plus! I thought the house would be nice, but was more impressed upon arrival. It is a beautiful home, with an open floor plan, on a very quite street. Once behind the gate, we felt like we were in a secluded compound away from the world. The kitchen is amazing...every kitchen toy you could imagine! It faced the golf course, as well as the beautiful mountains. Having a cup of coffee outside in the morning was one of my favorite parts. The master bedroom is large and comfortable. My 2 adult children each had their room with private baths. We decided to cook dinner several nights (since the kitchen was so amazing) and ate in the dining room. Each evening, we relaxed in the pool with the amazing jacuzzi, beautiful soft blue lighting and enjoyed the wonderful fire pits (there were several). Amid this pandemic and what's going on in the world, this was the perfect time to share with my family. I would highly suggest this home to anyone looking to get away to relax, recharge or just enjoy Palm Springs! Thank you to Michael and Jerome for allowing us to regroup in your beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

M S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional Stay!
Michael's house exceeded our expectations! He greeted us warmly, offered every amenity we would every need for a great stay, and ensured our privacy throughout our 5-day stay. The location is private, extremely quiet, and easy driving distance to everything PS has to offer- grocery stores, attractions, restaurants, golf, entertainment. A great neighborhood! The design of the interior and exterior spaces, and the floor-to-ceiling windows throughout nearly every room, allowed for endless natural light and a flawless indoor/outdoor experience. The placement of the rooms provided maximum privacy between living and sleeping spaces (and between the bedrooms). We had a superb experience with absolutely no issues, thanks to Michael’s thoughtfulness and design expertise. The furnishings are very appealing and functional. The entire house offers a contemporary vibe with no sense of clutter anywhere, including the kitchen cupboards! Four adults had plenty of room to spread out on the living room sectional to enjoy the fireplace and TV/sound entertainment system, which extended throughout the house with easy control provided via iPads. It was so easy for each of us to find private and social spaces throughout the interior as well as in the back and front exteriors. Inside, the well-equipped kitchen (special thanks for the built-in espresso machine) and living room were the home’s heart and soul for us. Everything is provided and four adults had ample space to prepare breakfasts and lunches together. Bathrooms also provide everything you’ll need, including high quality fixtures and great showers! The outside spaces are exceptional!! Both the front and back of the house offer incredible mountain views! The online photos do not begin to show these magnificent views, the best we have experienced in PS. Outdoor life was idyllic - early morning coffee in the back looking over the golf course (which is absolutely quiet and private); late mornings/early afternoons around the fantastic pool in the front (again, perfectly quiet and private); evening return to the back around the fireplace to watch the sun set behind the mountains; and after dinner return to the front for the heated spa and fireplace under the stars. Both front and back areas are spacious, and the pool and spa are large and heated for comfortable enjoyment even on brisk “winter” evenings. A truly perfect stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything Plus More!
Michael’s property was everything we expected plus more! The place was beyond clean and there was not a single issue! If there were any questions Michael was just a text or call away!y group and I will 100% be back in the future! 11/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Norah S.

This is a 5 Star Home
If you are looking for a high-end, luxurious house that feels like a resort, this is it. From the moment we walked into the property and saw the pool and the views and the beautiful architecture of the house, we loved it. The outside areas are gorgeous and we spent the majority of time in the pool and hot tub or by the fire pit in the morning with coffee overlooking the beautiful mountain views over the golf course and in the evening while relaxing with a glass of wine. The inside of the home is equally gorgeous, all white and bright in each room. It's modern, well equipped and laid out in a way that allows privacy yet has several larger gathering areas. The living room has another beautiful view of the mountains with the golf course as a backdrop. We had never been to Palm Springs before and so we weren't sure of the location but it was in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from downtown. We went on a 2-mile hike at Tahquitz Canyon, went to the Living Desert and happened upon Le Vallauris, a restaurant with a beautiful outdoor setting if you are looking for a nice dinner. Overall, we loved our stay here and have already recommended the home to family traveling to Palm Springs in the coming months. We'd love to stay in Michael's home again - 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Fantastic Home and Owner
As an architect, it gives me I take pride in recommending this home to anyone with a keen interest in contemporary design, especially associated with Palm Springs modern architecture. This is truly a special property. The home is situated at the base of the majestic mountains and directly off the tee box of the Indian Canyon Golf course. The home is open, light, sleek, bright and comes with all the possible techy bells and whistles you could ever imagine. The property, and in particular the kitchen, is equipped unlike any other home I have ever rented. Everything you could want is available to prepare a gourmet dinner indoors or on the patio and enjoy the beautify view of the mountains and golf course. The home is completely wired for audio and video throughout and all functions are controlled via the provided mini iPads. Quite honesty, once you get in the home, you don't want to leave. And, to top it all off, the owner was gracious and most helpful with any questions we had. I highly recommend this property. Bravo.............
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

An unforgettable, fabulous place!
I realized that I had written a review on the plane ride home a couple of months ago, and had forgotten to post it! This house is a masterpiece of modern design inside and out. It's straight out of Architectural Digest. I had the pleasure of staying here for a few nights in October. The hosts are very friendly and responsive to questions or issues. We were met on arrival and were given an orientation of the house and its features. This is the most high-tech house I've ever stayed in. Shades, music and other settings are controlled by an iPad app, and can be set per room (or all inside and/or outside areas). Climate control is through Nest, and home security is controlled through an iPhone app. The house sits on a beautiful golf course, and the view across the greens and onto the palm trees and mountainous backdrop is absolutely spectacular. It's something out of a dream. This was probably my favorite thing about our stay. The house is fully stocked and beautifully furnished. A sophisticated coffee maker built-in to the cabinetry makes a delicious cup of espresso at the press of a button. Two dishwashers. Huge outdoor grill. Huge fridge / freezer. Separate bar area stocked with cocktail accessories and glassware. Every kitchen utensil or gadget imaginable. Just bring your own food. The pool feels wonderful after a long hot day of touring the town, offers a wonderful view of the mountains and is lit up beautifully in the evening. The back patio offers a fire-pit and several seating areas to kick back and enjoy the starry night skies. The location is a few minutes drive from the airport and the downtown shopping area. There is a gourmet coffee shop right down the street. The neighborhood is very peaceful and quiet. You'll need car transportation. All this luxury does not come cheap, but is worth it for those who prefer an upscale vacation experience. I would definitely stay here again. A couple of minor things to note: The white floor tiles look amazing, but get dirty easily. I found that I had to be extra careful to not track in dirt when walking back in from the pool or back patio. Fortunately they are very easy to clean. There was no iron / ironing board available at the time. Otherwise ... a truly amazing experience! I would definitely return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Modern Luxury in Paradise
This home is one of the best appointed homes i have ever had the pleasure of enjoying. This is certainly not a typical vacation rental home. It's actually a home that affords more luxuries than you would expect. The pool is the centerpiece of the property. It's wonderful to spend the day with loved ones around the pool enjoying the hot tub, fire pit and lounge furniture. The kitchen is furnished with everything you have at your home, and then some. We enjoyed one night were each of us made one dish and we had pot luck on the back patio table overlooking the wonderful golf course. For desert, we enjoyed some cookies and many laughs around the backyard fire pit . Truly an exception property. We look forward to hosting our annual gathering of good friends at this home. Thank you Michael for being so welcoming and sharing your lovely home.

About the host

Hosted by Michael Bourque & Jerome Gentes

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As a professional interior designer and owner of Michael David Bourque Modern Designs, I am passionate about modern architecture and design, and thoroughly love the desert with the sun, the clear skies at night, beautiful colors, and friendly community. So, Palm Springs was the perfect place for my lifestyle!

My husband and I are very delighted to own this desert gem and call it our home.

Why they chose this property

I've always been in love with the clean lines, symmetry, and pure balance of form and function with modern architecture and design. When I decided to make Palm Springs my home a few years ago, I was fortunate to find this beautiful house available. Though it needed a lot of tender loving care, I could see past the wear and tear and dated features to envision the modern masterpiece that it could become. I put a lot of thought into the importance of designing a simple aesthetic platform through which the house itself together with its outdoor surroundings would create an emotional environment for inner peace and harmony. I believe we stayed true to the architect's original vision in 1971, while modernizing the space for today's lifestyle. This is now our primary home, and we're pleased to be able to share it on a limited basis with guests who also appreciate its beauty and uniqueness.

What makes this property unique

Pure and simple, this published iconic house is unlike any other in Palm Springs. The story begins with the distinctive, dramatic 17-foot high colonnade entrance leading from the street to the bright, oversized yellow doors. Its modern rectangular geometry and extensive use of water, glass, and natural light reflect the desert sky and mountain backdrop, immersing the observer in a world between reality and mirage.

This special house has everything that visitors look for in Palm Springs. The house was honored to be featured at Modernism Week in 2020, 2021, and 2023. It has been a favorite stop of the tour bus operators for years, due to its unique architecture and commanding surreal presence. A private residence of the owners, it is now available for guests on a limited basis.

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English