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HIP, COOL, AND LUXURIOUS MID CENTURY MODERN ALEXANDER HOME

 
 
 
Palm Springs house rental - RENDEVOUS LOU! Look at the clerestory windows at night. Mid Century stunner!
RENDEVOUS LOU! Look at the clerestory windows at night. Mid Century stunner!
 
Palm Springs house rental - RENDEVOUS LOU! Look at the clerestory windows at night. Mid Century stunner!

RENDEVOUS LOU! Look at the clerestory windows at night. Mid Century stunner!

Heated salt water pool/jacuzzi spa with sunning ledges and mountain view!

Heated salt water pool/jacuzzi spa with sunning ledges and mountain view!

Clean living room

Clean living room

View from living room into dining room and straight thru clerestory windows!

View from living room into dining room and straight thru clerestory windows!

Dramatic entry with a view of 'LOU'

Dramatic entry with a view of 'LOU'

Rendevous Lou namesake is our blue horse painting. Lots of books on Palm Springs

Rendevous Lou namesake is our blue horse painting. Lots of books on Palm Springs

Mobile island bar in great room

Mobile island bar in great room

Vintage lucite and glass table

Vintage lucite and glass table

View of the mountains from inside the house.

View of the mountains from inside the house.

Master with white leather headboard

Master with white leather headboard

Master bedroom extra sitting room with sliders to backyard putting green.

Master bedroom extra sitting room with sliders to backyard putting green.

Case Study sofas that turn into twins

Case Study sofas that turn into twins

Queen bedroom with cool stripes.

Queen bedroom with cool stripes.

Guest bath with delicious orange tile

Guest bath with delicious orange tile

Sinks in the master bathroom

Sinks in the master bathroom

Another beautiful landscape view

Another beautiful landscape view

Stunning desert-scape completely re-done.

Stunning desert-scape completely re-done.

Palo verde tree in full Spring bloom in the front yard.

Palo verde tree in full Spring bloom in the front yard.

Hot outdoor shower and loungers

Hot outdoor shower and loungers

Shower outdoors in complete privacy!

Shower outdoors in complete privacy!

Fire pit under the fruit trees on outdoor vintage chairs and sofa.

Fire pit under the fruit trees on outdoor vintage chairs and sofa.

Cabana delight...cocktail anyone?

Cabana delight...cocktail anyone?

This is the view you enjoy while sunning or sitting in the jacuzzi. Glorious.

This is the view you enjoy while sunning or sitting in the jacuzzi. Glorious.

Mesmerizing mountain view

Mesmerizing mountain view

Per night (USD) $230 - $280
Per week $1,477 - $1,820
Per month $3,024 - $3,808
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps6
  • 2 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 2 nights

Photos and Description of the Palm Springs vacation house rental
House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)

This Palm Springs Mid-century Palmer/Kriesel designed butterfly roof home built by George Alexander in one of Palm Springs first Mid-Century Modern neighborhoods called Racquet Club Estates. The open floor plan features concrete floors, high vaulted beam ceilings with clerestory windows and glass sliders overlooking the new kidney shaped saltwater pool and attached 6 person jacuzzi/spa.

It is important to note that we are a full 1,000 square feet larger than the traditional Alexander home because we enclosed the breezeway adding onto our kitchen/dining room and extending our master bedroom/bathroom/office.

You will marvel at the dramatic mountain views from this spectacular 11,000 sq ft lot and understand why we call this little piece of paradise ''RENDEVOUS LOU''.

As you enter the house into the foyer, you will be impressed by the floor to ceiling painting that leads you into the ''great room''. The concrete floors are softened in the living room by a large cream shag rug with furnishings designed by Futurama and embellished by our funky 50's collection of Blue Blenko glassware. The bedrooms have desert hued low pile carpeting. The living room seating faces the original block fireplace which is commanded by a stunning commissioned piece of art we call ''LOU'', who has become our mascot. His image repeats in various spots throughout the property...see if you can spot him.

To the right of the great room, is our sparkling 1960's lucite formal dining room table for six; it's a real showpiece. The entertainment ''vibe'' continues with our open kitchen boasting granite counter tops with mosaic glass tile back-splash.

A large mobile island faces the kitchen's overhead HDTV flat screen where you can sit on comfortable leather bar stools to watch a great sport event or just keep the chef in the family company. The kitchen is complete with stainless steel appliances, a full line of Cuisinart-blender-juicer-coffee maker, a Nespresso machine and all the cooking utensils needed for any gourmet. You will also find complete place settings for 8 in both plastic for outdoor dining and ceramic and glass for indoor dining all complemented by vintage starburst patterned flatware.

The first bedroom is furnished with a platform queen bed mattress purchased specifically for fibromialgia sufferers and incredibly comfortable for all. This room includes an overhead cable flat screen TV, 70's Italian travertine marble tables, 60's bedside lamps and a fur throw to add a little panache. Just come on in and drop your luggage on the Jonathan Adler bench.

The smallest bedroom hosts Case Study sofas that become twin beds along with a fabulous Panton 60s Bubble Mirror, a flat screen TV, a kitschy Arne Jacobsen chair and the biggest lamp you've ever seen! Check out the closet where we keep board games stored.

The Master bedroom features a floor to ceiling white leather headboard which flanks a king-size platform bed facing the flat screen TV/DVD with surround sound. There is an en-suite bathroom with a shower for two and a walk in closet. The master also features a chaise lounge sitting/office area with a fax/printer. The sliders lead you to the putting green. Once you step outside, you may want to walk toward the fruit trees and sit by the raised ledge gas fire pit where jet flames dance over a bed of turquoise crushed glass. Enjoy the mountain views while practicing your putt.

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About Elizabeth Reilly Baruch

I started my love affair with Palm Springs back in the 80's when I was a student at UCLA and spent long weekend getaways here. The desert climate and my interest in Mid Century architecture cemented my yearning to own a home in this little jewel-box of a city. I looked at potential homes to purchase for a good 10 years before I found 'Rendevous Lou'!

Elizabeth Reilly Baruch purchased this house in 1996
Why Elizabeth Reilly Baruch chose Palm Springs

LOVE the restored mid century designed homes throughout this neighborhood...one of the best!

What makes this house unique

This is one of the special Alexander homes where you can still see the mountains while INSIDE the house right through the clestory windows facing the mountain range. Stunning.

Palm Springs house rental - RENDEVOUS LOU! Look at the clerestory windows at night. Mid Century stunner!

RENDEVOUS LOU! Look at the clerestory windows at night. Mid Century stunner!

Heated salt water pool/jacuzzi spa with sunning ledges and mountain view!

Heated salt water pool/jacuzzi spa with sunning ledges and mountain view!

Clean living room

Clean living room

View from living room into dining room and straight thru clerestory windows!

View from living room into dining room and straight thru clerestory windows!

Dramatic entry with a view of 'LOU'

Dramatic entry with a view of 'LOU'

Rendevous Lou namesake is our blue horse painting. Lots of books on Palm Springs

Rendevous Lou namesake is our blue horse painting. Lots of books on Palm Springs

Mobile island bar in great room

Mobile island bar in great room

Vintage lucite and glass table

Vintage lucite and glass table

View of the mountains from inside the house.

View of the mountains from inside the house.

Master with white leather headboard

Master with white leather headboard

Master bedroom extra sitting room with sliders to backyard putting green.

Master bedroom extra sitting room with sliders to backyard putting green.

Case Study sofas that turn into twins

Case Study sofas that turn into twins

Queen bedroom with cool stripes.

Queen bedroom with cool stripes.

Guest bath with delicious orange tile

Guest bath with delicious orange tile

Sinks in the master bathroom

Sinks in the master bathroom

Another beautiful landscape view

Another beautiful landscape view

Stunning desert-scape completely re-done.

Stunning desert-scape completely re-done.

Palo verde tree in full Spring bloom in the front yard.

Palo verde tree in full Spring bloom in the front yard.

Hot outdoor shower and loungers

Hot outdoor shower and loungers

Shower outdoors in complete privacy!

Shower outdoors in complete privacy!

Fire pit under the fruit trees on outdoor vintage chairs and sofa.

Fire pit under the fruit trees on outdoor vintage chairs and sofa.

Cabana delight...cocktail anyone?

Cabana delight...cocktail anyone?

This is the view you enjoy while sunning or sitting in the jacuzzi. Glorious.

This is the view you enjoy while sunning or sitting in the jacuzzi. Glorious.

Mesmerizing mountain view

Mesmerizing mountain view

We have an actual putting and chipping green on our property for all you golfers. We also have numerous citrus trees for lovers of grapefruit,lemons,oranges and limes. Help yourself!

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Palm Springs, California

Rental Basis:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$280
$1,820
$3,808
2 nights
 
 
Low Season
Jul 1 - Sep 30
$230
$1,477
$3,024
2 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Fees And Taxes Palm Springs City Tax for less than 28 day stay is 11.5%
Housekeeping fees depend on the number of guests: $150-$200
Optional Pool heating: $59 daily
Optional Spa heating; $39 daily
Both Pool and Spa heating: $95 daily
Security/Damage deposit: $500
Summer supplement for A/C usage: $29 daily
Holiday/event rates: $350 daily
No fee booking payment by check/Paypal. Credit cards accepted.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Palm Springs, California

Property Type:
  • house
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 2200 sq. ft.
  • 1 story
Location Type:
  • Mountain View
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Romantic
  • Luxury
  • Family
General:
  • Evaporative Cooling
  • Toilet Paper
  • Laundry Soap
  • Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Basic Soaps
  • Parking Off Street
  • Activities Guide
  • Covered Parking
  • Paper Towels
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Alarm System
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Free Long Distance
  • Wireless Internet ...
    High Speed
  • Telephone ...
    Phone serves as an intercom with the front door.
  • Air Conditioning ...
    new swamp cooler too
  • Linens Provided ...
    luxury linens provided
  • Washing Machine ...
    inside unit
  • Clothes Dryer ...
    in unit
  • Garage ...
    No access included unless pre-arranged.
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer ...
    secured behind gates
  • Internet
  • Security System
  • Parking
  • Towels Provided
  • Heating
  • Living Area
  • Hair Dryer
  • Gas Heating
  • Parking On Street
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Iron & Board
  • Local Maps
Kitchen:
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Lobster Pot
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Stove
  • Kitchen ...
    Cooks kitchen fully appointed
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    Setting for 6 people including wine glasses.
  • Mini Refrigerator
  • Grill
  • Blender
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Pantry Items
  • Refrigerator
  • Catering Available
  • Coffee Maker
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Full 1 -
    Full 2 -
  • master bath is ensuite with a walkin shower and guest bath is in hallway and has a tub with shower head.
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 2 - 2 twin/ single , case study beds
    Bedroom 3 - 1 king
Entertainment:
  • Books
  • VCR
  • Video Library
  • Radio
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Games
  • Television ...
    TVs in every bedroom as well as in great room/living area.
  • Stereo ...
    ipod dock and wireless play with speakers in every room.
  • DVD Player
  • Games for Kids
Communication / Internet:
  • fax
Outside:
  • Outdoor Entertainment Area
  • Wood Deck
  • Golf ...
    putting and chipping green in backyard.
  • Gazebo ...
    This actually a CABANA. With hot and cold running water.
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck / Patio
  • Fully Fenced Property
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • 14 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered ...
    On a case by case basis.
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    35+
  • wheelchair accessible
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
Pool / Spa:
  • Jacuzzi
  • Outdoor Hot Tub
  • Private Pool ...
    Brand new salt water system pool with heater.
  • Hot Tub ...
    Seats 6 people. Separately heated from pool.
  • Spa Whirlpool
  • Heated Pool
Onsite Services:
  • Concierge
Attractions:
  • water parks
  • health/beauty spa
  • waterfalls
  • restaurants
  • cinemas
  • library
  • synagogues
  • playground
  • live theater
  • churches
  • museums
  • recreation center
  • coin laundry
Leisure Activities:
  • shopping
  • antiquing
  • horseshoes
  • bird watching
  • horseback riding
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • gambling casinos
  • outlet shopping
  • shuffleboard
  • miniature golf
  • sight seeing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • hospital
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
  • fitness center
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • mountain biking
  • cycling
  • hiking
  • tennis
  • golf
  • mountain climbing
  • hot air ballooning
  • rock climbing
  • swimming
  • golf privileges optional

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Palm Springs, California

Hip, Cool, and Luxurious Mid Century Modern Alexander Home
average rating of 5.0 based on 12 reviews
business
Hip, Cool, and Luxurious Mid Century Modern Alexander Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p905834
+1 760-766-3310
Palm Springs California Desert
5

Wonderful home, incredible garden

5 of 5
Submitted: April 4, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
We just returned to Canada after spending 5 weeks in this incredible home.

Bob, the concierge, met us upon arrival and showed us around. We walked into the house, and it felt just like “home”.

It is within walking distance of Albertson’s and Stater (grocery stores) with a Starbucks inside the Albertson's.

The kitchen is fully equipped; the back yard is phenomenal and very private with many mature palm and citrus trees. We did not heat the pool, as it got warm enough by the end of our stay to take a dip and cool off. The spa heats up in about an hour and we used it a few evenings. The fruit trees in the garden provided us with fresh grapefruit daily (WOW).

Although the interior of the house is great, we felt that the incredible back yard made our stay a wonderful experience.

Apart from the occasional plane arriving or departing from PSP airport it was exceptionally quiet.

There is a multitude of restaurants in Palm Springs (check Trip Advisor, they are usually accurate in ratings). We enjoyed hiking the Indian Canyons, the Tram, and especially Joshua Tree National Park (an hour's drive away).

We woke up every day and admired the view of the mountains through the clerestory windows in the kitchen/living room.

We are already planning to return next year for a month (can’t wait).
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
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Hip, Cool, and Luxurious Mid Century Modern Alexander Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p905834
+1 760-766-3310
Palm Springs California Desert
Aurora, Ontario, Canada
5

Oasis with Mountain Views

5 of 5
Submitted: March 30, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
We booked this house for one month based on the price and the pictures. The pictures were true to the description of the property and we felt we got great value for our money. The neighbourhood was quiet and safe. We were met at check in by a representative of the concierge company who walked us around and helped us with getting familiar with the house. I can't tell you how impressed we were with that service - they were always a phone call away if you needed to ask a question about the property.
To wake up every morning and see those spectacular mountains through the clerestory windows was so calming and at the same time invigorating. The back yard was an oasis - you could always find a spot to sit, be it sunny, sheltered, scenic - there were many different areas with all kinds of seating. We picked beautiful lemons and grapefruit every day from the trees and with all the kitchen and bar gadgets, we were able to make whatever we wanted.
You need a car, but golf, restaurants and shopping were easily accessible and every drive in Palm Springs has a mountain view with palm trees or cactus. We usually ate one meal out a day and were able to find some great places for all our meals. For breakfast we liked Jakes, Elmers and Pinocchio's on Sundays with all you can drink champagne! Lunch was usually at a golf course: Cimarron was delicious as well as Sammy G's downtown patio. Dinner offered some good early dining or happy hour specials (great after a hard day of shopping or golf!) - Matchbox, Lulu's, Johnny Costa's and of course the margaritas at Las Casuelas were delish!
All vacation rentals should do what Rendezvous Lou does - leave some items stocked in the house for cleaning or in the pantry. It's really a great help when the cupboards aren't bare upon arrival!
A great stay - we really miss it!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Hip, Cool, and Luxurious Mid Century Modern Alexander Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p905834
+1 760-766-3310
Palm Springs California Desert
5

Amazing home, Amazing people

5 of 5
Submitted: January 4, 2013 Stayed: October 2012
During the last week of October of 2012, a dear friend and I arrived at Rendezvous Lou and we remained for the entire month of November, and for a week or so into December.

I can say without exaggeration it was one of the best, most relaxing times I have ever had, which while this was due to a confluence of events and circumstances, Liz's home was the foundation upon which this amazing experience was built and it could never have been so awesome without such a beautiful home to stay in. It has a superb style and the right energy for you to have an amazing vacation.

Most of the time when you rent a home on HomeAway/VRBO and the pictures are spectacular, there is invariably some degree of point of service let down when you actually arrive. This was not the case. The pictures are 100% accurate.

The home concierge is very attentive without being intrusive and always a call away for any issue you might have.

Liz herself - the homeowner - is an absolute dream to deal with.

The house is exactly where you want to be in Palm Springs, very close to the downtown/Palm Canyon Dr. area.

I have to admit that I accidentally forgot to leave the keys upon departing (with sadness), and I have actually procrastinated the return of these keys, which I am certain is due to some sort of subconcious inability to let go...Ok, now I am going to go and mail those keys back...

I will be returning to Rendezvous Lou as soon as possible.

THANKS SO MUCH!
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Hip, Cool, and Luxurious Mid Century Modern Alexander Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p905834
+1 760-766-3310
Palm Springs California Desert
Southern California, CA
5

Wonderful Desert Vacation

5 of 5
Submitted: October 23, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
What a lovely property! It was absolutely perfect for our month-long family getaway (comprised of myself, the hubby and our Swedish Vallhund.) We swam, bbq'd, made cocktails, and wiled away the hours and days with music and reading and all of our other leisurely activities. Throw in a couple of Thursdays at the museum (free!), a few local outings for drinks and restaurants, some treasure hunting at the local vintage and thrift store shops, and a library card (also free with a CA drivers license), and it's heaven in the desert. I haven't yet mentioned the fabulous decor of the house which inspired me to focus a little more on my own mid-century/Scandinavian roots. It was everything we could have hoped for and more. And Bob and Liz, as others have commented, are wonderful to deal with. We already miss Palm Springs.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Hip, Cool, and Luxurious Mid Century Modern Alexander Home
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p905834
+1 760-766-3310
Palm Springs California Desert
Charlotte, NC
5

Early Christmas 2011

5 of 5
Submitted: January 3, 2012 Stayed: December 2011
I was so fortunate to stay at this gorgeous rental for a few short days in early December with my college age son and one of his friends. The house was gorgeous. I loved the attention given to architectural details. The pool and spa were gorgeous. I also loved the cactus garden. The kitchen was extremely well stocked and the music system a special touch. The location of the house was excellent as well. I highly recommend this rental!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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