Desert Design • Private Pool • Separate Casita
Entire home in Palm Springs, California, United States
- 8 guests
- 4 bedrooms
- 5 beds
- 3 baths
Hosted by Katie Kay Mead
- Superhost
- 13 years hosting
Listing highlights
In a historic Palm Springs neighborhood
Victoria Park is steps away, and downtown Palm Springs restaurants and shops are a short drive
Private backyard built for desert days
A private pool, fire pit, gas grill, hammock, and outdoor shower in a fenced backyard
Repeat guests and a responsive host
Guests return year after year, praising Katie's fast responses and the well-stocked kitchen
Welcome to The Modern Territory, a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom Palm Springs retreat with a renovated mid-century feel, poolside hangout spaces, and a separate casita.
• Pool, firepit, hammock, outdoor shower, and lounge chairs
• Indoor/outdoor dining for 10 plus a fully stocked kitchen
• Main house + private casita with its own kitchen and bath
• Close to downtown Palm Springs and local shops
Settle in, spread out, and enjoy the pool, patio, and easy indoor-outdoor flow.
The space
☆☆ HIGHLIGHTS ☆☆
☀ Pool, firepit, hammock, outdoor shower, and plenty of lounge space for sunny days outside.
☀ Indoor and outdoor dining for 10, plus a fully stocked kitchen for group meals.
☀ Main house with a separate casita, giving your group extra room and privacy.
☀ Two-car garage included, with strong WiFi throughout the home and pool areas.
Welcome to The Modern Territory, a fully renovated 1960 Alexander home designed by William Krisel. It keeps its original casual charm while adding the comforts guests want for an easy Palm Springs stay.
Recent visitors had this to say about their experience:
"Everything was exactly as listed, and the location was very convenient for getting around." - Carolyn
"We loved the casita in the back for our large group. The layout was perfect for our stay!" - Kristina
"It was incredibly spacious for our group, with plenty of room to spread out and relax." - Brandi
☆☆ LOCATION ☆☆
✔ Close to downtown Palm Springs and local stores, making it easy to get around.
☆☆ LIVING ROOM ☆☆
✔ Soaring tongue-and-groove ceilings give the main living area a distinctive mid-century feel.
✔ Large sectional seating and a 55" Smart TV make it easy to gather together.
✔ Two sofa beds add flexible sleeping space when you need it.
☆☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆☆
✔ The kitchen is fully stocked for large meals, with pots, pans, dishes, serving pieces, glassware, and outdoor dining dishes.
✔ Appliances and prep tools include a stove and oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker, French press, kettle, rice cooker, and electric hand mixer.
✔ The dining setup works for 10 indoors and out, with a breakfast bar and two stools at the island.
☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆
✔ Primary bedroom: king bed, en suite bath, sliding door to a semi-private side yard, and a Smart TV.
✔ Middle bedroom: queen bed with a pillow-top mattress and access to the shared hall full bath.
✔ Western bedroom: two twin beds and access to the shared hall full bath.
✔ Casita bedroom: queen bed with its own full kitchen, full bath, Smart TV, and sliding doors to the pool and private patio.
☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆
✔ Three bathrooms total, including an en suite bath in the primary bedroom and a full bath in the casita.
✔ The shared hall bathroom includes a jet tub and skylight.
☆☆ OUTDOOR SPACE ☆☆
✔ The yard is made for lingering, with a pool, sun loungers, a gas BBQ, and a firepit.
✔ A rear patio and poolside seating give you multiple places to relax outside.
✔ An outdoor shower adds convenience after a swim.
We’d love to host you and hope this home gives your group an easy, comfortable Palm Springs stay.
Guest access
Guests will have exclusive and private access to the entire property. This includes the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom main house, the separate studio casita with its own kitchen and bath, the large and very private yard with pool. Two-car garage (including a ChargePoint Level 2 car charger) for open your use. Entry is via a secure, keyless system.
Other things to note
IMPORTANT
*Booking Guest must be 25 or older.
*We are located on a busy street. You may hear cars or airplanes during your stay.
*Per City Rules only 4 cars are allowed at our home.
*10 people maximum allowed on the premises at any time without prior permission.
* Pool Heating: Pool heating is available for a nightly fee and is recommended from October through April. Please inquire for details and pricing before your stay.
* Sofa Bed Linens: The living room has two sofa beds. Please bring your own queen-sized linens or request them from us in advance of your arrival.
* Our Cleaners: We are proud to pay our amazing cleaners a living wage. 100% of your cleaning fee goes directly to them for their hard work.
* City ID: The City of Palm Springs ID #2558. Registration #6139.
Registration details
6139
• Pool, firepit, hammock, outdoor shower, and lounge chairs
• Indoor/outdoor dining for 10 plus a fully stocked kitchen
• Main house + private casita with its own kitchen and bath
• Close to downtown Palm Springs and local shops
Settle in, spread out, and enjoy the pool, patio, and easy indoor-outdoor flow.
The space
☆☆ HIGHLIGHTS ☆☆
☀ Pool, firepit, hammock, outdoor shower, and plenty of lounge space for sunny days outside.
☀ Indoor and outdoor dining for 10, plus a fully stocked kitchen for group meals.
☀ Main house with a separate casita, giving your group extra room and privacy.
☀ Two-car garage included, with strong WiFi throughout the home and pool areas.
Welcome to The Modern Territory, a fully renovated 1960 Alexander home designed by William Krisel. It keeps its original casual charm while adding the comforts guests want for an easy Palm Springs stay.
Recent visitors had this to say about their experience:
"Everything was exactly as listed, and the location was very convenient for getting around." - Carolyn
"We loved the casita in the back for our large group. The layout was perfect for our stay!" - Kristina
"It was incredibly spacious for our group, with plenty of room to spread out and relax." - Brandi
☆☆ LOCATION ☆☆
✔ Close to downtown Palm Springs and local stores, making it easy to get around.
☆☆ LIVING ROOM ☆☆
✔ Soaring tongue-and-groove ceilings give the main living area a distinctive mid-century feel.
✔ Large sectional seating and a 55" Smart TV make it easy to gather together.
✔ Two sofa beds add flexible sleeping space when you need it.
☆☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆☆
✔ The kitchen is fully stocked for large meals, with pots, pans, dishes, serving pieces, glassware, and outdoor dining dishes.
✔ Appliances and prep tools include a stove and oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker, French press, kettle, rice cooker, and electric hand mixer.
✔ The dining setup works for 10 indoors and out, with a breakfast bar and two stools at the island.
☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆
✔ Primary bedroom: king bed, en suite bath, sliding door to a semi-private side yard, and a Smart TV.
✔ Middle bedroom: queen bed with a pillow-top mattress and access to the shared hall full bath.
✔ Western bedroom: two twin beds and access to the shared hall full bath.
✔ Casita bedroom: queen bed with its own full kitchen, full bath, Smart TV, and sliding doors to the pool and private patio.
☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆
✔ Three bathrooms total, including an en suite bath in the primary bedroom and a full bath in the casita.
✔ The shared hall bathroom includes a jet tub and skylight.
☆☆ OUTDOOR SPACE ☆☆
✔ The yard is made for lingering, with a pool, sun loungers, a gas BBQ, and a firepit.
✔ A rear patio and poolside seating give you multiple places to relax outside.
✔ An outdoor shower adds convenience after a swim.
We’d love to host you and hope this home gives your group an easy, comfortable Palm Springs stay.
Guest access
Guests will have exclusive and private access to the entire property. This includes the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom main house, the separate studio casita with its own kitchen and bath, the large and very private yard with pool. Two-car garage (including a ChargePoint Level 2 car charger) for open your use. Entry is via a secure, keyless system.
Other things to note
IMPORTANT
*Booking Guest must be 25 or older.
*We are located on a busy street. You may hear cars or airplanes during your stay.
*Per City Rules only 4 cars are allowed at our home.
*10 people maximum allowed on the premises at any time without prior permission.
* Pool Heating: Pool heating is available for a nightly fee and is recommended from October through April. Please inquire for details and pricing before your stay.
* Sofa Bed Linens: The living room has two sofa beds. Please bring your own queen-sized linens or request them from us in advance of your arrival.
* Our Cleaners: We are proud to pay our amazing cleaners a living wage. 100% of your cleaning fee goes directly to them for their hard work.
* City ID: The City of Palm Springs ID #2558. Registration #6139.
Registration details
6139
Where you'll sleep
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What this place offers
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Private outdoor pool – available all year, open 24 hours, heated
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Rated 4.91 out of 5 from 428 reviews.
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Overall rating
- 5 stars, 93% of reviews
- 4 stars, 6% of reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Palm Springs, California, United States
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Neighbourhood highlights
This historic neighborhood has beautiful views! From this home it's a short drive to the airport and to the many restaurants, bars, and boutiques waiting to be explored in downtown Palm Springs.
Meet your host
Where I went to school: Academy of Art, San Francisco
My work: Host, Mom, RE Agent
-Airbnb Host Advisory Board Member: 2023, 2024, 2025
-Superhost Ambassador
-Community Leader, Lake Arrowhead CA
Host, real estate agent, home stylist, design enthusiast, mother, friend and 46x Superhost! You'll find me in Palm Springs, Los Angeles or the beautiful mountain communities in-between.
Katie Kay Mead is a Superhost
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