3 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Palm Springs, California

***The City of Palm Springs ID#004505

***This property is not listed on Craig’s List***

VILLA MESA

Escape the hustle and bustle of your everyday life to experience the relaxed Palm Springs desert lifestyle and the unique charm and elegance of this Spanish style villa nestled in the South Palm Springs historic Mesa neighborhood. Once home to Warner Bros. cartoonist Lee Holley, this home is one of the many properties owned by celebrities seeking exclusivity in this coveted hillside enclave at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains. This totally private compound is walled and gated for your utmost peace and quiet. Perfect for those seeking their own private resort yet want to be close to the vibrant desert activities and nightlife.

STYLE

Custom built in 1980, this 2,200 square foot Mediterranean masterpiece oozes with character and style. The Spanish Revival and Moorish “Old World” inspired décor is skillfully melded with the modern conveniences of a traditional California ranch home. The stylish harmony of artistic and luxury features include hand textured walls, beautiful mix of distressed wood furniture, rustic Saltillo tile floors, vibrant ceramic tile accents, arched niches, plantation wood shutters, custom window shades, organic fabrics, designer lighting, ceiling fans, soothing natural color tones and whimsical art objects. This comfortably casual atmosphere offers the warmth and welcome of a true home.

MAIN INDOOR LIVING SPACES

Ideally suited for relaxing and entertaining, the spacious open floor plan creates a seamless flow between living room, kitchen, dining room and outdoor courtyards. The soaring natural wood beam ceilings, classic French doors and clerestory windows brighten the living spaces with generous natural light and take advantage of the abundant Palm Springs sun and beautiful vistas. The grand living room with large leather sofas and wing chairs is the ideal gathering spot for family and friends to watch a movie on the 65-inch ROKU TV or curl up on a cool night in front of the cozy gas fireplace.

Centered in the heart of the home is the fully equipped state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen featuring beautiful quartz counters, enormous prep island, Viking 6-burner professional gas range, built-in microwave, French style refrigerator with ice maker, Bosch dishwasher, large farm sink and loads of custom wood cabinets for storage. There’s plenty of room for all of the chefs in this spacious kitchen including those wishing to watch the cooking in action from the breakfast bar. The adjacent elegant dining area is a sun soaked room to enjoy early morning coffee or an enchanting dinner with views of the pool and gardens.

OUTDOORS LIVING SPACES

Bathed in year round sunshine, the magnificent outdoor-living environment is what makes this property truly special. The completely private and meticulously maintained grounds are walled and gated to provide the utmost seclusion and safety for your guests, children or furry friends. The western views of Mount San Jacinto, soaring 10,000 feet above the desert floor, are simply breathtaking. Discover your own private garden of Eden landscaped with a variety of desert flora, towering palm trees, flowering shrubs, fruit trees, potted plants, cacti, rock gardens, grassy areas and desert ornamentals.

Explore the variety of outdoor living spaces to suit all your leisure activities. Float aimlessly in the lagoon style pool with multiple water spillway features and easy remote control operation. Soak your cares away in the elevated spa with waterfall that cascades into the pool over a natural stone spillway. For sun worshipers, there are comfortable padded chaise lounges to enjoy a full day of sun. If shade is what you crave, hang out in the cabana with privacy curtains, deep cushion seating and a ceiling fan. Sip morning coffee while watching the sunrise. In the evenings, enjoy poolside dining under the covered lanai with fireside chiminea. There’s also a natural gas Weber BBQ, outdoor shower and pool floats to complete the perfect outdoor experience.

BEDROOMS/BATHROOMS

All three bedrooms are furnished with comfort and tranquility in mind. Each is nicely appointed with high quality linens, plush new mattresses, plenty of closet space, ceiling fans and 55-inch ROKU TVs. The sunken grand master suite is a private sanctuary with a rich wood double door entry, sitting area, King bed with tufted headboard and access to the pool and spa through French doors. The sumptuous en suite bath offers a spacious walk-in custom tile enclosure with double shower heads, double vanity sinks, antique bronze fixtures and enormous walk-in closet with dresser. There’s also a convenient bathroom door to the cabana and pool area.

The guest bedroom suite offers a Queen bed with tufted headboard and access to atrium through French doors. The ensuite bath features a vibrant tiled walk-in shower and stone vessel sink. The third bedroom has a Queen bed with scroll iron headboard, walk-in closet and access to the atrium through French doors. The third full bath is located in the hall adjacent to this guest bedroom and offers a walk-in custom tile glass enclosed shower, beautiful wood vanity with quartz counter and linen cabinet.
AMENITIES

For our guests added convenience we offer a separate laundry closet with full size washer and dryer, WiFi, ROKU TV, estate disposal service and a motorized gated driveway with 2-car garage. All linens, towels & pool floats provided too.

OPTIONAL FEES

For stays of less than 28 nights, the optional pool & spa heat fee is $100/day or $650/week. Pool heat is not needed between June - September. If you do not want pool heat but would like to heat the spa, the cost is $65/ day. A utility deposit is collected for stays of 28 nights or more and the amount is based on the length of stay. The cost of an Early Arrival or Late Departure is $200 each plus tax.

LOCATION

This private Spanish showplace is the ultimate Palm Springs getaway for discerning snowbirds looking for a private, relaxing, and warm retreat. It’s also well suited for couples looking for a romantic getaway or for family vacations. We strive to provide you all the comforts of home without the work. That is why we offer all our guests access to a local property manager on call to attend to your needs. Weekly gardening service and pool service twice per week are also provided. Just relax and enjoy your stay at Villa Mesa!

This property is nestled in the historical Mesa neighborhood, home to legendary Hollywood celebrities like Clark Gable, Barry Manilow, Robert Wagner, Natalie Wood, Sonny Bono and author/fitness guru Suzanne Somers. This home is currently included in the Hidden Paradise Walking Tour of The Mesa conducted by the PS Historical Society. Close to downtown Palm Springs village center, it’s the perfect locale to experience all the attractions and entertainment that Palm Springs has to offer including day spas, golfing, boutiques, museums, art galleries, dining, coffee houses, cabarets, live theatre, hiking, biking, horseback riding, gambling, bars and night clubs. The location is within walking distance to Morton’s Botanical Garden, Indian Canyon hiking trails, Mr. Lyons restaurant & bar, Ace Hotel and more. You will also be about 1 mile from Ralph’s Fresh Fare grocery store, Koffi, Walgreens, Ace Hardware and lots of casual dining.

International guests will find Palm Springs to be an ideal "home base" for daytrip excursions to Southern California. Enjoy nearby Joshua Tree National Monument (an extraordinary national park set in the desert) and theme parks within a two-hour drive including Disneyland (Anaheim) and Sea World (San Diego), Universal Studios (LA) as well as wineries and breweries in Temecula.

Located in The Mesa, a neighborhood in Palm Springs, this vacation home is near a water park and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Palm Canyon and popular attractions include Palm Springs Convention Center and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Agua Caliente Casino or Acrisure Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, ecotours, and horse riding.