Beach View House with Pool in Palm SpringsN°001
Palm Springs, USA
Private poolHot tubSpa
From $667 per night
Photo by Zachary VesselsPalm Springs is a sun-drenched desert resort city in Southern California, framed by the San Jacinto Mountains and famed for midcentury modern design. Renting a luxury villa here means private pools, walled gardens and easy access to golf, spas and Coachella Valley, with concierge service throughout.
- Private-pool villas with mountain backdrops and walled outdoor living
- Iconic midcentury modern architecture and design heritage
- World-class golf, including communities such as Desert Princess and Ironwood
- Spas, hot springs and year-round desert sunshine
- Concierge service and direct booking through Smiling House
Known forMidcentury modern architecture, desert resort living, golf, swimming pools and warm winter sunshine
Best time to visitOctober to May, when daytime temperatures are warm and comfortable rather than extreme
Nearest airportPalm Springs International Airport (PSP); Los Angeles (LAX) is roughly two hours by road
Ideal forCouples, families, golf groups and friends seeking a private-pool villa escape
Luxury Villa w/ Mountain Views, Pool & Spa RetreatN°002
Palm Springs, USA
Hot tubGardenFireplace
From $573 per night
8BR Desert Oasis Pool, Hot Tub & Mountain ViewsN°003
Palm Springs, USA
Private poolHot tubGarden
From $423 per night
South Palm Desert Pool House w/ Mountain ViewN°004
Palm Springs, USA
Private poolGardenFireplace
From $422 per night
Starlite Safari Where Desert luxury Meets Mid Century CharmN°005
Palm Springs, USA
Private poolHot tubSpa
From $375 per night
3BR Palm Springs Home, Pool & Hot TubN°006
Palm Springs, USA
Private poolHot tubGarden
From $367 per night
18homes available
2–8bedrooms
up to 16guests
14with a pool
Palm Springs in pictures
Events not to miss in Palm Springs
- January
Palm Springs International Film Festival
One of North America's largest film festivals opens the year with screenings and a star-studded awards gala that often previews the Oscars.
- February
Modernism Week
Eleven days of house tours, talks and parties celebrating the desert's unrivalled mid-century architecture. Tours of landmark homes sell out early.
- March
BNP Paribas Open
The tennis world descends on nearby Indian Wells for a tournament many call the sport's fifth major, an easy outing from a Palm Springs villa.
- April
Coachella and Stagecoach
Back-to-back weekends of the world's most famous music festival, followed by country music's biggest party, both in nearby Indio. A private villa beats any festival hotel.
Palm Springs through the seasons
- Winter (December – February)
Desert sunshine at its finest
Warm days, crisp nights and snow-capped views of Mount San Jacinto: the classic season for poolside mornings, golf and Modernism Week.
- Spring (March – May)
Festival season and wildflowers
Tennis at Indian Wells, Coachella weekends and desert blooms in the canyons. Villa pools and misted patios make the warming afternoons a pleasure.
- Summer (June – September)
Poolside hideaway months
Serious heat brings serious value: shimmering pool days, the aerial tramway's cool mountain summit and spa afternoons behind your own hedge.
- Autumn (October – November)
Golden light returns
Temperatures ease into perfect hiking and golf weather as the season restarts, with Pride celebrations and gallery openings reviving the design district.
The Area
Palm Springs sits at the heart of California's Coachella Valley, cradled by the dramatic San Jacinto Mountains. The city built its reputation as a Hollywood retreat in the mid-twentieth century, and that legacy survives in its celebrated midcentury modern homes, palm-lined streets and glamorous, unhurried mood. The desert light is exceptional, clear and golden, and the climate delivers warm, dry winters that draw visitors from across North America. Beyond the city itself, the valley spreads into neighbouring communities such as Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert and Indian Wells, each with its own golf courses, gated estates and resort character. A luxury villa here places you within reach of all of it while keeping the privacy and space that define a true desert escape.
Where to Stay
Smiling House offers a curated collection of luxury villas in Palm Springs and across the wider Coachella Valley, from midcentury modern homes in the city's design districts to gated golf-community residences. Country club enclaves such as Desert Princess and Ironwood suit golfers and groups who want fairway views, resort amenities and quiet, secure surroundings. Closer to downtown Palm Springs you will find walkable neighbourhoods near Palm Canyon Drive, with shops, galleries and restaurants on the doorstep. Most villas feature private heated pools, shaded terraces and mountain outlooks, making them well suited to families, friends and special occasions. Our concierge team can help match the right home and location to your group.
Things to Do
Golf defines much of valley life, with championship courses woven through the resort communities. Take the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway up the cliffs of Chino Canyon for cool mountain air and sweeping views, or hike the trails of Indian Canyons among native palm groves. Architecture lovers tour the city's celebrated modernist homes, while Joshua Tree National Park lies within easy driving distance for desert landscapes and stargazing. Closer to your villa, days often revolve around the pool, spa treatments and the warm desert evenings. Shopping ranges from the boutiques of Palm Canyon Drive to the designer outlets of the wider valley.
Dining & Nightlife
Palm Springs has a lively, design-conscious dining scene that runs from poolside cocktails to refined contemporary restaurants. Palm Canyon Drive and the surrounding downtown form the social heart, with patios, wine bars and longstanding institutions that capture the city's retro-glamour spirit. The wider valley adds resort dining and steakhouses within the golf communities, much of it an easy drive from your villa. Evenings tend to be relaxed and warm, ideal for outdoor tables and late terrace gatherings. Our concierge can arrange reservations, private chefs and in-villa catering, so groups can enjoy a long desert dinner at home under the stars.
When to Visit
The prime season runs from October through May, when daytime temperatures are warm and pleasant and the desert is at its most inviting. This stretch covers the festival season, including the well-known music and arts events held in the valley each spring, so popular dates book early. Winter offers reliable sunshine and is a favourite escape from colder climates, while autumn and late spring bring quieter weeks and excellent value. Summer is genuinely hot, often well above comfortable levels by day, though villa pools and air conditioning make it manageable for those seeking lower rates and uncrowded surroundings.
Getting There
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) sits close to the city centre and connects to many North American hubs, making it the most convenient gateway. Los Angeles International (LAX) lies roughly two hours away by road and offers the widest choice of long-haul flights, with Ontario and San Diego airports as further alternatives. The drive from the Los Angeles area is straightforward along the interstate, and a hire car is the practical way to explore the spread-out valley and reach Joshua Tree. Our concierge team can arrange airport transfers and private transport so your arrival into the desert is seamless.