This Palm Desert villa is just a five-minute walk from the shops, restaurants and galleries of El Paseo. Yet the hiking trails of the Cahuilla Hills Park are on your doorstep, making the most of city and desert at the same time. If you prefer your greenery a little more manicured, one of Palm Desert’s 45 Top Tier golf courses is on your doorstep. The villa itself embraces its mid-century roots with tropical leaf feature walls in the bedrooms and 60s mosaic tiles in the kitchen. The open living room boasts comfy leather sofas and a wall of glass opens up to the complex’s pool area. A shaded, poolside table, chairs and barbecue sit outside, just for you, with a view of the San Jacinto mountains looming beyond. Kids can enjoy a game of frisbee or bocce on the complex’s recreation grounds.

Home truths:
*The hosts live just down the road so are on hand to answer any questions and give local recommendations
*This villa was designed for long-term stays
*The pool is shared, but with just a few other homes in a quiet complex