Title: 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=98965468&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre Holiday home in Palm Desert with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre ![Pool - 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre (Palm Desert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98970000/98965500/98965468/770a603d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre (Palm Desert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98970000/98965500/98965468/f9689a50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre (Palm Desert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98970000/98965500/98965468/4ff8ff93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre (Palm Desert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98970000/98965500/98965468/f0991527.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre (Palm Desert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98970000/98965500/98965468/8c79be70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies California Retro, circa 1963 offers a private desert oasis with its resort-style yard featuring a pool, spa, custom firepit and outdoor kitchen. Enjoy the luxury lounge chairs and umbrellas or relax in the covered outdoor living area with seating for 8. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre California Retro, circa 1963 is a beautifully remodeled, midcentury vacation home on half an acre in South Palm Desert. This 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,200 square foot home captures the essence of desert modernism - with its iconic roofline, clerestory windows, open concept floorplan, walls of glass and designer furnishings. The resort style yard has a private pool and spa, custom firepit, outdoor kitchen, living and dining areas and mountain views. When you venture out, you're a mile from world California Retro, circa 1963 is a beautifully remodeled, midcentury vacation home on half an acre in South Palm Desert. This 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,200 square foot home captures the essence of desert modernism - with its iconic roofline, clerestory windows, open concept floorplan, walls of glass and designer furnishings. The resort style yard has a private pool and spa, custom firepit, outdoor kitchen, living and dining areas and mountain views. When you venture out, you're a mile from world class shopping and dining on El Paseo - it's the perfect desert getaway! Walled and gated for privacy, the half acre yard features two different spaces to enjoy. The back yard has a gorgeous custom pool surrounded by luxury lounge chairs and umbrellas as well as a built in firepit. The covered outdoor living area has a sectional, overhead fans, and an outdoor dining table with seating for 8\. The built-in BBQ island has bar stools for 3\. The backyard retreat continues on the side yard, with more lounge and conservation areas, and a second outdoor dining table for 8\. Swaying palms, olive trees, old growth cactus and breathtaking mountains add to the magic of this very special property. The fabulous interior has a spacious open concept floor plan, soaring ceilings, fantastic light fixtures and walls of glass that look out to the poolside paradise. The living area has plenty of seating, TV, and a showpiece fireplace. The dining area has seating for 8 and a wet bar with wine fridge. The kitchen has modern appliances, and has also retained some of the originals for retro flair. The main house flows into a secondary suite with a full living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. All of the bedrooms are beautifully styled. Bedroom 1 is located in a separate wing of the home, and has a Queen bed, TV, and en suite bath with shower/tub combo. Bedroom 2 has a King bed, flatscreen TV, private doors to the pool, and easy access to the hallway bathroom with shower. Bedroom 3 has a King bed, TV, doors to the pool, and hall bathroom with shower. Bedroom 4 is in the Guest House. It has a private bedroom with a Queen bed, TV, doors to the pool yard and en suite bathroom with shower. Sleeping Summary: 2 Kings, 2 Queens. Sleeps 8. Other Amenities: Wireless internet. Linens, bath and pool towels plus a starter set of soaps in each bathroom. Laundry room with washer, dryer, ironing board and iron. Ping pong. Small workout area. Parking for 4 cars. Tucked away in the heart of South Palm Desert, this swanky home is just minutes to El Paseo. Theaters, spas, hiking trails, golf courses and tennis are also close by. Our other desert cities are just a short drive. Palm Springs is few miles West. Or take Highway 111 East to Indian Wells home of the BNP Paribas Open, or the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival in Indio. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Soap ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not allowed. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111800000/111797200/111797197/5b03429c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Two Bedroom, Walk to Shopping and Dining, Pool The Province - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=111797197&PinnedHotelID=111797197&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96370000/96368600/96368525/24a99dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern South Palm Desert Getaway! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 46941 ## About the area Located in The Province, a neighbourhood in Palm Desert, this holiday home is in the mountains. Empire Polo Club and PGA West Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Palm Canyon. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Indian Wells Tennis Garden or Agua Caliente Casino. [Visit our Palm Desert travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Desert.dx10283) [View more Holiday homes in Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Desert-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10283-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.71461%2C-116.35893&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sIRlZ5_wFc6OG7GA5TjVa8xSb2A=) Palm Desert, CA ### What's nearby - ![Living Desert Zoo and Gardens which includes dangerous animals, a garden and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089257/8064ff5c-4ca9-4e7c-a3ec-cb693919e108.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Living Desert Zoo and Gardens 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - ![Beautiful Fountain at the Gardens...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10283/46d46c76-18ac-4d0a-a89c-b5c1e4b42ea4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Gardens on El Paseo 4 min drive \- 2.1 miles - ![Family day at the park and I got this shot before we left and it was the only one I was able to get #BvS 129228](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10283/978b6f90-4afc-4f64-b7b7-f6408e316ad5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Civic Center Park 4 min drive \- 2.4 miles - Vintage Club 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - El Paseo Shopping District 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Palm Springs Station 24 min drive - Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 19 min walk - Del Taco 18 min walk - Cactus Jack's Bar and Grill 18 min walk - Eureka 12 min walk - The Nest 17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre have a pool? ### Is 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre? ### What time is check-in at 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre? ### What time is check-out at 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre? ### Where is 'California Retro' 1963 Gem on 1/2 an Acre located? ## Have a question? 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