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Mellow Yellow Butterfly – Iconic Alexander Home

Palm Springs

3 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

6 Guests

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Palm Springs–iconic 1961 Alexander Butterfly home with private saltwater pool & spa, outdoor kitchen, two fire features, and mountain views. Walls of glass, open midcentury design, game room with ping pong, plus stylish indoor-outdoor living. Minutes to Palm Canyon Drive. Beds: K, Q, K (can convert to T/T).
Private Pool

About the property

P.S. City ID #003422 | Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age to rent (Proof of age required) | No Pets Allowed

Step into Palm Springs history at this remodeled 1961 Alexander Butterfly home in the coveted Racquet Club Estates neighborhood. Featured on the Palm Springs Modernism Week Home Tour, this architectural gem combines its classic midcentury pedigree with modern updates for today’s lifestyle. Guests will love the private saltwater pool and spa, two dramatic fire features, and spectacular mountain views — all framed by signature walls of glass. With its resort-style amenities and playful touches, this three-bedroom retreat is designed for relaxation, style, and fun in the desert sunshine. Beds: K, Q, K (can convert to T/T).

OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES
This backyard is the ultimate Palm Springs playground. The heated saltwater pool and spa take center stage, surrounded by lounge chairs, shade umbrellas, and a hammock perfect for lazy afternoons. The outdoor kitchen includes a built-in barbecue, serving counter, and ice chest, making it easy to host poolside meals. Dine under the covered pavilion or gather in the outdoor living room, anchored by a striking two-level fire feature that sets the mood after dark. The backyard also offers a rolling lawn area, an outdoor shower, and breathtaking mountain views. Step through sliding glass doors into the converted game room with ping pong and extra hangout space, keeping the fun going all day and night.

** The pool will be heated upon request with an additional service fee. Please let us know if you'd like to heat the pool so we can ensure it is heated before your arrival. If you home has a spa or hot tub, heating the spa is included with your rental at no extra cost **

** Please Note: 1. This fee is not included in the quoted price on some booking platforms. 2. Pool heating may be added in minimum of 3 day blocks per request **

INDOOR LIVING SPACES
The home’s design honors its Alexander roots with open-concept living, clean lines, and original post-and-beam ceilings, while adding modern conveniences throughout. Walls of glass fill the living and dining areas with natural light and connect seamlessly to the backyard. The living room is comfortably furnished with a spacious midcentury-inspired sectional, a vintage Elvis movie poster, and a 55” 4K television paired with premium Martin Logan speakers. Guests can stream music through Pandora or internet radio and enjoy cinematic sound while relaxing indoors. The dining area and kitchen flow effortlessly together, creating a social hub for shared meals, cocktails, and conversation.

SLEEPING QUARTERS
Each bedroom has been thoughtfully styled with hotel-quality mattresses, crisp linens, flat-screen TVs, and ample storage. The primary suite offers a king bed, an ensuite bath, and a private courtyard patio with direct pool access. The second bedroom has a queen bed with easy access to the hall bath. The third bedroom includes a king bed that can be converted into two twin beds upon request, providing flexible accommodations for families or groups.

THE LOCATION
Located in Racquet Club Estates, one of Palm Springs’ most celebrated midcentury neighborhoods, this home offers both style and convenience. Palm Canyon Drive is less than a mile away, giving guests quick access to world-class restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and art galleries. The casino, convention center, and airport are also nearby, while casual dining spots, coffee houses, and grocery stores are just around the corner. Whether you’re here for Modernism Week, a family getaway, or a sun-soaked retreat with friends, this iconic Alexander home puts you close to everything while offering a private resort-style escape.

Features & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Long Term Stays Allowed

Bedding

  • Bedroom King: 1
  • Bedroom Queen: 1
  • Bedroom King (or 2 Twins Upon Request): 1
  • Bathroom: 2
  • Bathroom: 1
  • Living Room: 1

Conveniences / Attractions Nearby

  • Nearby Convention Center
  • Nearby ATM / Bank
  • Nearby Bowling
  • Nearby Casino
  • Nearby Cinema / Movie Theater
  • Nearby Gas Station
  • Nearby Groceries
  • Nearby Hiking Trails
  • Nearby Live Theater
  • Nearby Pharmacy
  • Nearby Post Office
  • Nearby Symphony Orchestra
  • Nearby Water Park
  • Nearby Museums / Galleries
  • Nearby Fitness Center
  • Nearby Golf Course
  • Nearby Restaurants / Shopping

Custom

  • Monthly Rentals Only: No
  • Distance to Town: 1.3 miles
  • Parking

Entertainment

  • DVD Player
  • Ping Pong Table
  • TV Service - Satellite or Cable
  • WiFi / Internet

Features

  • Neighborhood: Racquet Club Estates
  • Square Feet: 1225
  • House Rules: 1. Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age (Municipal Code 5.25.030). Proof of Age Required. Guest represents he/she/they are 25 years of age or older at the time of making the reservation, and further warrants that other occupants are either over the age of 25 or are accompanied by an adult guardian. (Proof of age must be submitted within 48 hours of making the reservation - link will be provided) 2. LATE CHECK OUTS / NON-APPROVED LATE CHECK OUTS Guest agrees there shall be no non-pre approved late check outs, or vacating the premises after 10 AM without a pre-approval. - Late Check Out: Occurs after 10:00 am on the day of departure. Unless pre-approved by ACME. The Cost to extend Check Out on the day of departure may be up to ½ daily lodging fees charged to Guest’s credit card on file (which will not be deemed a limitation of damages). - Non-Approved Late Check Out: Occurs after 10:00 am on the day of departure. Cost for a non-pre approved late checkout is 2 times the daily high season lodging rate, and taxes, plus any costs incurred, including but not limited to relocation of arriving guests, which will be charged to Guest’s credit card at ACME's sole discretion. 3. CONDITION OF PREMISES - Accuracy of listing: Furnishings, amenities and decor are subject to substitution or change without notice. ACME photos of the Premises may not exactly represent recently made changes. - Guest Responsibility: On arrival day, Guest agrees to examine the Premises and its contents entirely, including cleaning quality, and promptly report any items that are unclean, damaged, not functioning, or missing. These issues do not give Guest the right to cancel the Agreement or receive a refund or discount, whether reported or not. - Emergency Items: Reporting of COMPLETE non-operation of main house refrigerator, HVAC systems, water heating systems, pool heating equipment (not spa), entire electrical systems, gas or water leaks, or roof leaks over beds, will be tr
  • Unit Type Id: 59

Home Safety

  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • No Contact Check-In / Check-Out
  • SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Clean with Disinfectant

Kitchen

  • Ice Maker
  • Gas Stove & Oven
  • Coffee Maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cookware & Small Appliances
  • Blender
  • Kettle
  • Freezer
  • Cooking basics
  • Coffee
  • Dining Table
  • Wine Glasses
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Dishwasher
  • Filtered Water

Living

  • Air Conditioning
  • Jetted/Jacuzzi Tub
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Heating
  • Free Long Distance US/Can/Mex
  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Pool Towels
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Linens
  • Shampoo
  • Essentials
  • Cleaning products
  • Conditioner
  • Clothing Storage
  • Body soap
  • Hot Water
  • Shower Gel
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Hangers
  • Room Darkening Shades
  • Dedicated Workspace
  • Dryer
  • Dining Room
  • Living Room
  • Bathtub

Location

  • Mountain View
  • Close to Town

Outdoor

  • Garden or Backyard
  • Outdoor Covered Dining Area
  • Grill
  • Outdoor Lounge Area - Uncovered
  • Chaise Lounges
  • Fire Pit
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Dog Friendly: no
  • Private Entrance
  • Outdoor Furniture

Pinned Feature

  • Private Pool

Pool / Hot Tub

  • Private Hot Tub
  • Pool Heating Available (Inquire for Cost)
  • Saltwater

Top Features

  • Amenity Assurance Certified

Unitcategory

  • Property Type: House

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5 of 5

Great house. Loved the stay

by Tom

Submitted on Nov 9, 2025

Hi Tom, thank you for your feedback. Glad you loved the house and enjoyed your stay. We’d love to host you again.

5 of 5

Lovely stay. A bit of wear and tear, but very clean and Colorful

by Barbara

Submitted on Apr 20, 2025

Hi Barbara, Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear you had a lovely stay and found the place clean and colorful. We appreciate your insights and look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

5 of 5

The house is great, very clean and nothing to complain about. However, ACME house company that takes care of these properties will text you, email you etc 10x a day.. I get a few texts to welcome a guest, instructions etc..sure. There's literally no need to continously spam the guest daily with ads, texts, and just being overly annoying. Hotels don't contact the guest this much lol.. thats my only complaint. Stop texting me every 5 minutes to "check up on me".

by Alan

Submitted on Apr 14, 2025

Hi Alan, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you found the house great and clean. We appreciate your comments regarding our communication and will take them into consideration to improve the experience for our guests. We hope to see you again soon!

Mellow Yellow Butterfly for Stagecoach

5 of 5

The property was the perfect size for four guests. The mountain views are spectacular. House was clean and well equipped. Barbecue grill came in handy. Pool and hot tub were just what was needed pre and post Stagecoach. The neighborhood is quiet and convenient to Palm Springs shopping and restaurants. Would definitely stay at Mellow Yellow Butterfly again.

by Keith M.

Submitted on May 31, 2024

Thank you, Keith! We're so glad you had a fabulous stay at Mellow Yellow Butterfly and we can't wait for your next getaway!

5 of 5

Very comfortable relaxing house, full size equiped indoor kitchen with bonus outdoor kitchen. The pool, spa and fire pit were the winners, all immaculately maintained. The couple of extra touches like a vinyl player, bag of ice and ground coffee were appreciated. Pillows were super comfortable too! The no music rule outside I was worried about but honestly you don’t need music to enjoy the space, keeps it relaxing for everyone and the mountainous view I could never tire of enjoying. The management team was immediate to respond to any query every time.

by Andrew

Submitted on Apr 23, 2024

Thanks, Andrew! We're so happy you had a relaxing retreat with us and we hope you'll visit us again soon!

Very comfortable relaxing house

5 of 5

Very comfortable relaxing house, full size equiped indoor kitchen with bonus outdoor kitchen. The pool, spa and fire pit were the winners, all immaculately maintained. The couple of extra touches like a vinyl player, bag of ice and ground coffee were appreciated. Pillows were super comfortable too! The no music rule outside I was worried about but honestly you don’t need music to enjoy the space, keeps it relaxing for everyone and the mountainous view I could never tire of enjoying. The management team was immediate to respond to any query every time.

by Andrew

Submitted on Apr 23, 2024

Thanks, Andrew! We're so happy you had a relaxing retreat with us and we hope you'll visit us again soon!

Would highly recommend

5 of 5

10/10; would highly recommend choosing this home for your next stay in Palm Springs. It was close to restaurants, stores and local bars. We stayed here for Coachella and it was only 5 minutes from the nearest shuttle pick-up spot (Palm Springs Convention Center). The pool/backyard was our favorite part of the house. It was modern, colorful and spacious. The home management company were responsive and informative. We had everything we needed to know before our stay and could get in touch with the property manager any time we need (though not necessary). Overall, I can't wait to return to Palm Springs and stay here again.

by Joseph

Submitted on Apr 15, 2024

Thank you, Joseph! We appreciate your kind review and we can't wait for your next Palm Springs getaway!

We had a lovely stay

5 of 5

We had a lovely stay ! The pool was really fun and they heated it well for us. the bedrooms were very comfy and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking. overall we had a really pleasant stay!

by Kelly

Submitted on Apr 10, 2024

Thank you, Kelly! We're so happy you had a lovely poolside retreat with us and we hope you'll come back soon!

We were so happy to return!

5 of 5

Fabulous stay, as always!

by Kim F.

Submitted on Apr 9, 2024

Thanks, Kim! We're so glad you had a fabulous Palm Springs vacation with us and we hope you'll visit us again soon!

so lovely

5 of 5

incredible views from the fabulous back yard. best outfitted kitchen i’ve ever found in a vrbo! excellent management service, we requested two single beds be made into a king and they were on it immediately! would stay again

by Karen

Submitted on Dec 31, 2023

Thanks, Karen! We're thrilled you had an incredible retreat with us and we can't wait for your next stay!

Great House!

5 of 5

Great house! It was perfect for us. Really loved the back yard space. The home is beautifully decorated and the beds are very comfy.

by Katie & Marcus

Submitted on Dec 22, 2023

Thank you, Katie! We're so happy we could provide you with the perfect home away from home and we hope you'll come back soon!

Best Thanksgiving Ever!

5 of 5

My family loved every minute of our Thanksgiving week getaway!! The house was everything we expected and had been hoping for. The neighborhood was so quiet and safe feeling. The hiking was so close and beautiful along with the amazing backyard! I would highly recommend this location if you travel to Palm Springs!

by Brooke

Submitted on Dec 7, 2023

Thanks, Brooke! We're thrilled you had a fabulous family getaway with us and we hope you'll return to Palm Springs again soon!

Perfect Girl's Weekend

5 of 5

A few of my girlfriends from college stayed at this precious place over the weekend. It was beautiful inside/out, close to town and an easy uber ride anywhere we needed to go. We all highly recommend this stay. We can't wait to come back!

by Melanie

Submitted on Nov 7, 2023

Thank you, Melanie! We're so happy you had a fabulous girls' weekend with us and we can't wait for your next Palm Springs getaway!

Awesome and close to all the things

5 of 5

Really enjoyed that everything we did was just a short drive away

by Joh

Submitted on Oct 23, 2023

Thank you, Joh! We're so happy you had an excellent stay with us and we hope you'll come back again soon!

Mellow is right

5 of 5

It was a very easy mellow mood and our family loved the place! We will definitely be back or choose another from Acme that allows pets so we can stay longer.

by Ji-Ae

Submitted on Oct 19, 2023

Thank you, Ji-Ae! We're so happy you had a wonderful family vacation with us and we hope to see you (and your pets!) again soon!

Great stay!

5 of 5

Great stay! Clean accommodations and great communication/responsiveness from the host. Stayed for Coachella weekend and location is close to a shuttle stop which was very convenient. Would highly recommend!

by Carolyn

Submitted on Apr 17, 2023

Thank you, Carolyn! We're so happy you had a great stay and enjoyed Coachella! We hope you visit us again soon!

The house was lovely. Backyard was great, all kids wanted to was swim.

5 of 5

It all went very well. 3:00 pm check in was a bit late. You can pay to check in earlier but we chose not to.

by Denise

Submitted on Apr 15, 2023

Thanks, Denise! We're so glad you had a lovely Palm Springs family getaway and we hope you stay with us again soon!

A desert gem

5 of 5

A truly great property and very well managed - everything worked and the kitchen had everything we needed. The outdoor space was amazing - the pool and hot tub were clean and worked perfectly. Impressively decorated - we would come back in a heartbeat!

by Chris

Submitted on Apr 2, 2023

Thank you, Chris! We're thrilled you had an awesome stay with us and we're looking forward to your next Palm Springs visit!

Beautiful well-equipped property

5 of 5

This is a great vacation home in Palm Springs with all the bells and whistles. Recommended!

by Sharon S.

Submitted on Jan 11, 2023

Thank you, Sharon! We're so happy you had a great vacation with us and we hope you stay with us again soon!

Wonderful stylish oasis!

5 of 5

What a great find! The pool was a fantastic temperature and the spa got HOT! The house was perfect - decor was super fun and everything felt crisp and clean. This is our new go-to-spot in Palm Springs. BTW, visitors, check out the farmers market on Saturday - terrific produce.

by Beth B.

Submitted on Nov 23, 2022

Thank you, Beth! We're so glad you had a fabulous Palm Springs getaway and we look forward to your next stay with us!



Important Details Before You Book

House Rules

  • Check-In: After 3 PM | Checkout: 10 AM
  • No smoking or vaping
  • Renters must be 25 years of age or older
  • No Music is allowed outside of the rental home (at any volume)
  • Parking is restricted to 1 car per bedroom in designated parking spaces.
  • Pets are not allowed in Non-Pet Friendly Properties
  • Please do not exceed the max occupancy of the home
  • All rentals require state and county tax plus additional required fees
  • Damage waiver covers renter for up to $2,000 of accidental damage to the property.
  • If the house you are renting has a pool, the pool will be heated upon request with an additional service fee. Please let us know if you'd like to heat the pool so we can ensure it is heated before your arrival. 

Trusted Stays Cleaning and Maintenance Process

  • High-touch items and areas such as remotes, cabinets, door handles, and bathrooms are disinfected. 
  • Towels and linens are carefully laundered each stay 
  • Maintenance requests are addressed promptly 

Trusted cleaning and meticulous maintenance with ACME House Company ensure a flawless experience, leaving you with no regrets during your stay

Booking & Cancellation Policies

All reservations require a valid photo ID and a signed rental contract.

Short-Term Stays (28 nights or less):

• 100% Refund: Cancel within 48 hours of booking.
• 60+ Days Before Arrival: 100% refund of all charges.
• 30–59 Days Before Arrival: Refund of all charges except the booking fee.
• 8–29 Days Before Arrival: 50% refund of all charges except the booking fee. Booking fee not refunded. 
• 7 Days or Less Before Arrival: No refund.

Long-Term Stays (29 nights or longer):

• 6+ Months Before Arrival: 100% refund.
• 91 Days–6 Months Before Arrival: Refund of all charges except the booking fee.
• 60–91 Days Before Arrival: 50% refund of rent and other fees refunded. Booking fee not refunded. 
• 60 Days or Less Before Arrival: No refund of rent or booking fee; other fees refunded. 

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