This little Palm Springs pad just pops. From the minute you walk through the door, the quirky neon touches and fun flourishes are guaranteed to put a smile on even the surliest of faces. An eclectic mix of mid-century modern meets carefully chosen kitsch, this home entertains. It also manages to make self-contained feel pretty sumptuous – we love the stylish, platinum seating area and the resplendent, nickel-coloured bed. This cool chalet-style home is one of four that share a fabulous outdoor area. You can sip cocktails by the poolside, sit in the shade of the swaying palm trees, make s’mores around the fire pit or cook some real food on the barbecue. On a quiet street at the northern end of Palm Springs, where you’ll find the newest shops and restaurants, you’ll be close to the Aerial Tramway and just a few minutes drive from downtown.

Home truths:
*There are four units on this site, which can be let together for family gatherings
*The heated pool is shared between the homes
*A car would be useful in this location, and there's plenty of off-street parking
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