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Architectural jewel with private outdoor pool & firepit - dog-friendly

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Terrace/patio
TV, DVD player
A heated pool
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Architectural jewel with private outdoor pool & firepit - dog-friendly

The Aluminum House - 2227

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Experience a wonder of Palm Springs architecture at The Aluminum House, a renovated, two-bedroom retreat that sits within sight of the San Jacinto Mountains in the wonderfully central neighborhood of Movie Colony East. Only Albert Frey, in Palm Springs, was known to have used strong, lightweight, all-aluminum frames like this one, which dates back to 1953. The living space was ahead of its time, with walls of windows that let in the sunlight, an open kitchen, and front and rear patios that allow you to relax outdoors at any time of day. The windows throughout the home were also recently renovated and reimagined by H3K design. There's a private swimming pool with great sun exposure, plentiful outdoor seating for lounging and dining, as well as a firepit where you can unwind beneath the stars each evening.

This home is located in the desirable Movie Colony East neighborhood of Palm Springs, where it's surrounded by other architectural gems and celebrity homes. You'll be a few blocks from the tennis courts at Ruth Hardy Park, and less than a mile east of Palm Canyon Drive - the main strip in downtown Palm Springs that's lined with celebrated restaurants, boutiques, antique shops, casinos, and other attractions. The Palm Springs Art Museum is just over a mile west, Palm Springs International Airport is two miles southeast, and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is less than seven miles west.

Things to Know
Outdoor music is prohibited. Music that is played indoors must not be heard outdoors. City ordinance states that any music that is audible from the property line is a violation. People noise during the day is permissible but must be measured and reasonable. Daytime is considered 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
The utility deposit is $1,500 for 28 nights with $375 added for each additional week the guest stays.
This home is managed by Vacation Palm Springs Real Estate, Inc.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.
1 day notification is required in order to heat the pool and pool spa. A fee of USD 49 per day must be paid prior to check-in to purchase pool and pool spa heat for your stay.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1004 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

39247

About the neighborhood

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Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Agua Caliente Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Palm Springs Air Museum - 5 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 18 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cascade Lounge - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sherman's Deli and Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Koffi Central - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Architectural jewel with private outdoor pool & firepit - dog-friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Architectural jewel with private outdoor pool & firepit - dog-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Architectural jewel with private outdoor pool & firepit - dog-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Architectural jewel with private outdoor pool & firepit - dog-friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Architectural jewel with private outdoor pool & firepit - dog-friendly located?

Located in Movie Colony East, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of El Paseo Collection and Palm Springs Convention Center. Ruth Hardy Park and Heritage Palms Golf Club are also within 15 minutes.

Architectural jewel with private outdoor pool & firepit - dog-friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home, unfortunate location and subpar service
The home itself was nicely maintained, decorated, and clean. However, it is located directly on a noisy street, with a pool at the front of the property, which rendered it unsuitable for relaxation with near constant noise from traffic. The listing did not advise either of these facts. Poor Service from Vacasa - Confusing, poorly managed check-in process with conflicting information from multiple sources. Including being given multiple access codes. - Very late 4 PM check-in time. Request for earlier check-in denied. This necessitated a very late arrival due to available travel options. - There are multiple lockboxes on the property, which I was not told about. The lockbox right next to the front gate wouldn’t open with any of the codes provided. Vacasa was slow to respond to inquiries gaining entry (considering I was stuck outside the house, unable to enter). Eventually I found an additional lockbox, hidden around the side of the house (in darkness, because by then it was well into nighttime) which contained the keys so I was able to get into the house. - Only one set of keys provided for multiple guests, and a request for additional keys was also denied. This required constant coordination to ensure we didn’t inadvertently lock the other one out of the house. While the home's condition was good, the noisy location and subpar service from Vacasa detracted from the stay. The listing transparency and check-in experience need to be vastly improved.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool, Updated House, With Room For Improvement
overall, the Aluminum House was a nice place to stay. it was well appointed and the bed was really comfy. as advertised, it was walking distance to downtown PS, which was great! however, there were three very disappointing things about the place. 1. there was no working tv. i admit, i'm on the old side. at home we watch cable and stream Hulu. this house had three TV's and every one of them required a streaming service to watch. we were unable to watch TV during our entire stay. did Vacasa bother to tell us this before? nope. we ended up reading books, which in the greater sense of things, was probably not a bad alternative. 2. the spin cycle on clothes washer doesn't work. after three hours, waiting for it to spin and drain, we had to put soaking wet clothes in to the dryer to get them dry! 3. the shower head in the master bath was installed wrong. it cannot be adjusted so that it doesn't spray water against the glass door, which then runs out on to the floor. fortunately, there was another shower in the other bathroom, but still - an unworkable shower in the master?
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Room With A View
This mid-century bungalow has fantastic views of the mountains around Palm Springs. Super clean, well equipped, and beautifully decorated. We were able to walk to the main drag where all the bars,shops, and restaurants are located. My husband and adult son were able to work remotely--- there is a desk area and the wifi was great. Loved the Aluminium House and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute abode
Loved the layout and retro feel of the home! We were not completely informed of the location. Downside is the driveway off MAJOR thoroughfare. Traffic and noise were obtrusive. Led to believe home was walking distance to town and park. Not so. But overall, a very enjoyable week in a cute and comfortable aluminum house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward C., Los Angeles, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Palm Springs Modern Living
Architecturally interesting property updated for contemporary living. Nicely appointed with everything one might need. Very clean. A bit noisy during the day from street noise but quiet at night. Had some issues with a few appliances during the stay which were very quickly replaced or repaired. Over all a fantastic property.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house and location!
We had a wonderful stay at this fun and unique house! It was in a perfect location and was just the right size for us! The pool and yard were the icing on the cake! Loved this house and can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home/stay!
Really enjoyed our stay at this house! Cozy home, incredibly comfortable beds, lovely layout and use of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

sharon l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, but.....
The house is small and the bathrooms are very small with no place to put your cosmetics. The pool was lovely and we did enjoy that but there is no shade, so it was uncomfortable to sit outside. It was very warm and you can not set the ac below 76 but there were no fans in the house and it’s pretty much all windows, so it felt warm. We went and bought a fan to help. I would not stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This place was great! Great location, rooms were nice, outdoor space was good. I wish it was cheaper to heat the pool...but totally get that utilities are expensive. 100% 5 stars. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ray F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Gem in the Desert
This was the perfect, small house for 2 couples. Great location, good access to stores and downtown. Nice, open plan, very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Palm Springs Stay
Fun little two bedroom home with everything you need to enjoy your stay in Palm Springs. Comfortable beds, very well stocked kitchen, pleasant pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020