Wexler Steel House · Hepburn Hideaway #1619

Palm Springs, California
$560 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Stay in this private, historic, mid-century modern case study steel home by architect Donald Wexler. Only 7 of these homes exist. Vacation like a celebrity, experience the Hollywood side of Palm Springs in the former residence of Spencer Tracy (bought by Katharine Hepburn in the 60s) with the racquet club only a stone's throw away. Sinatra is said to have cooked in the kitchen. Play guitar, splash in the pool, dine under the olive trees, stargaze by the fire pit. Minutes to everything.
r>Beautiful landmarked 1963 Wexler case study mid-century modern home. GORGEOUS. PRIVATE. Preserved original design and style. Washer/Dryer. Pool. Cable TV/Wifi/NETFLIX. 7 minutes to downtown.
BBQ / eat poolside. Enjoy the amazing mountain view. SUN DRENCHED. Original Palm Springs experience.
Furnished with love. From the comfy Eames chair to the Platner coffee table. Bright and cheery. 2 bedrooms look out on pool. Float the afternoon away!
This is an original Case-Study home for modernism buffs.
This landmarked Wexler home, built in 1963 and I believe these are the only case study homes in Palm Springs. For anyone who appreciates genuine mid-century modern aesthetic, this is a rare gem.
Comfy Queen beds. Pool heated at $60/day.
Close to the Palm Springs Areal Tramway, you must see.

(Recent review) Hi Doug - I wanted you to know how much we LOVED our stay in your exquisite home. The architecture was stunning and the interiors beautifully designed. I had toured the Wexler homes during Wexler Weekend a few years ago and I had admired them but it is a complete treat to be able to live in a perfectly designed environment for a few days rather than just racing through on a house tour. Having an opportunity to slow down and allow my eye to take in all of the clever details of Don Wexler's design, to enjoy the interiors and of course take in the grandeur of the magnificent mountains was great for the soul. Thank you for sharing your home. It was a true pleasure and I am already checking the calendar to see when we can book our next stay. xo Beverlee
REVIEW from Brian:
Fantastic place, historical architecture and faultless service, hope one day the have the opportunity to stay at Doug's house again. If you have any interest in mid-century architecture and style this is the place to stay!
Relaxing. Chill. And wonderful. Lots to do in Palm Springs. Hiking, Biking, Tennis, Golf and many many other wonderful places to go. Don't miss Joshua Tree National Park. Don't miss the mountains and the Aerial Tramway. Thank you!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1485 Sq Ft (138 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Italian
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Casino Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Heide Z.

    Submitted May 22, 2021

    Stayed May 19, 2021

    Great family stay! Was extremely windy (like gale force winds :/ ) during our stay so we didn’t get to totally enjoy the pool, but the house was really cool and totally suited our needs It’s a Mid-Century gem, so if you like that sort of thing, you’ll love it!

  • Nina S.

    Submitted May 16, 2021

    Stayed Apr 17, 2021

    We liked the house especially the yard, it may actually be bigger than the inside. House is tastefully decorated and uncluttered. I have neck and back issues but found beds very comfortable to sleep in. The pool was excellent. The owner and property manager were very responsive. The only downside was the strong wind which I think is common in that part of town and in Palm Springs area but I think we had it stronger than in some areas. But it is nature and nothing can be done about.

  • Andrew K.

    Submitted May 7, 2021

    Stayed Apr 11, 2021

    After 13 months of the walls closing in due to COVID, walking through the front door was like a great exhale. The house is peaceful and light and airy. The design aesthetic delivers a mid-century modern sensibility without pretentiousness. The owner and property manager were communicative and conscientious. Would we return? In a heartbeat.

  • Jay K.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2021

    Stayed Mar 19, 2021

    Absolutely beautiful property -- perfect for a family vacation. We paid for the pool to be heated all week, which was a must in March. There was noise from the nearby roadway a block over, but for the most part a very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. For architecture it was perfect, being one of the 5 or 6 model homes of Wexler along that stretch. But there is great mid century modern homes throughout the neighborhood, so great for walks. The decor is fun and simple, the security system really cool, and the space would be great for a few families. It was more than a walk to downtown for us, but only a few minutes to drive. Check in was super easy, and instructions were super clear. Ease of in and out was great. All the bedrooms with large sliding glass doors out to a great yard.

  • Sarah F.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2021

    Stayed Mar 27, 2021

    I am not sure how anyone could have a bad time at this wonderful home. I've never really liked Palm Springs until I stayed here. We appreciated the art and decorations in the house (an original Corita Kent was my favorite, also the lamps!). There was some street traffic noise but it didn't bother us. I did have to follow-up a couple of times to get answers to my questions from the property manager, easier follow-up would be my only improvement. This house was executed with excellent taste and was perfect for our little family. You can tell a lot of love and care went into making it a place to stay. Thanks for having us!

  • Andrea O.

    Submitted Dec 7, 2020

    Stayed Sep 27, 2020

    absolutely amazing experience. The house, well it's a Wexler, enough said. The host Doug was top notch in all ways. The location was nice and quiet and a quick 5 min drive to all the spots. The pool was perfect and the sun was shining down on us. Perfect place to work remote for the month and have a vacation at same time.

  • Heather H.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We had a relaxing and enjoyable week at this lovely (and historic) property! It was great to go swimming on New Year’s Day, so definitely get the pool heated if you are here in the winter. Thanks again!

  • Tom W.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2019

    Stayed Dec 26, 2018

    We recently stayed in this property with our two young kids. The home is bright, clean and well-appointed. It is situated on a large lot, with a great pool, which we enjoyed daily despite the cooler weather. Both the owner and property manager were very easy to communicate with and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property to anyone!

  • Leah D.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2018

    Stayed Mar 21, 2018

    Wonderful. Beautiful house, gorgeous views. Perfect in every way.

  • Jeffrey D.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2018

    Stayed Feb 15, 2018

    A mid-century modern house by master architect Donald Wexler, outfitted with a mix of mid-century modern art and furnishings arranged creatively and comfortably. Anyone looking for an immersive mid-century modern experience in a lovingly respected house can do no better.

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