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South End - Hike, Bike, Swim Relax

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

South End - Hike, Bike, Swim Relax

Finding rejuvenation and motivation is often a combination of mental and physical stimulation. All are here. Experience the muse which sparked such local classics as The Witch of Tahquitz, Lucille Balls Palm Springs, The Best Guide Ever to Palm Springs Celebrity Homes, and Palm Springs True Crime.

The home of Southern California author Eric G. Meeks, where he wrote some 20 books, many on desert lore. Browse the library of his collection while you walk the halls, refresh your spirit, and rejuvenate in the spa. It was built by Paul Troesdale in 1948, with brick interior walls, and is an exemplary exhibit of mid-century architecture,. Eric and Tracey Meeks have owned it since the end of the last century. They raised 1 natural, and seven adopted children in this lovingly maintained home.

For your enjoyment, amenities include:

• Four desert-cruiser bicycles to explore the surrounding city at a leisurely pace. Multiple bike paths extend from the edges of this residence, making downtown Palm Springs, the Tahquitz Creek paths, and the newly being developed Central Park-like environs of the Mesquite Desert Preserve are only minutes away.
• The kitchen is outfitted in chef worthy Bertozzoni appliances, some spices and oils are included as a starter kit, and sufficient cookware is provided, making your cooking experience a superior encounter.
• Vintage vinyl record player and some 20 classic albums, to play at your leisure. Feel welcome to bring your own and dance the days and nights during your stay.
• A comfortable heated pool, with floating lounges provided. A tanning deck for wading, and a spa. Chaise lounges litter the decking for pleasurable sunbathing.
• Large TVs in the living room and bedrooms. Wifi access to every streaming service with your own accounts. A collection of DVDs in the main room.
• Board games, a chess set, and jigsaw puzzles to help you while away the hours while you relax.
• An original, stacked brick barbecue, that only burns charcoal briquets, produces mouth-watering steaks, chicken, and fish upon demand. Two bags of briquets are provided.
• A circular firepit with four Adirondack chairs to lean back and enjoy the evening sunsets, mountain views, and warm nights.
• Two working areas for you to compose your own sonnets, novels, or work treatises.
• An ample collection of recent books to tantalize your mind and help you escape. Including many of Eric G. Meeks’s own works.



PS City Rental License #9266. Tracey and Eric Meeks are Licensed California Realtors, Cal DRE Lic #01391813 and #01081343

Property manager

Tracey Meeks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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 deadbolt lock
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 Registration Number City ID #9266

About the neighborhood

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Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Indian Canyons Golf Resort - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Tahquitz Canyon - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 24 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tool Shed - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Elmer's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Manhattan in the Desert - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does South End - Hike, Bike, Swim Relax have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is South End - Hike, Bike, Swim Relax pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at South End - Hike, Bike, Swim Relax?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South End - Hike, Bike, Swim Relax?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is South End - Hike, Bike, Swim Relax located?

Located in Tahquitz River Estates, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Boomers! Palm Springs and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Palm Springs Convention Center. San Jacinto Mountains and Palm Springs Swim Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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