Nestled in the heart of Palm Springs, Alan Ladd Estate offers a luxurious retreat with its vibrant mid-century modern design and dramatic views of the San Jacinto Mountains. Unwind by the beautiful pool and jacuzzi, indulge in formal dining experiences in your fully-appointed kitchen or relax on your private patio.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
6 bathroomsSleeps 10372 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
NEW Wellness Retreat Old Las Palmas! Pool! Hot Tub! Cold Plunge! Views! Expresso
Step through the gates and feel your shoulders drop.
This private Palm Springs estate—once home to Hollywood icon Alan Ladd—has been reimagined as a sanctuary for restoration, balance, and presence, where iconic mid-century architecture meets intentional wellness living.
Designed by renowned modernist Donald Wexler, the home is grounded in clarity and calm. Expanses of glass open the interiors to the San Jacinto Mountains, flooding the space with natural light and creating a constant connection to the desert landscape. The architecture is minimalist by design—allowing light, air, and silence to do the work.
The outdoor spaces are the heart of the experience.
Begin your day beneath the cabana as the mountains come alive with early light. Move effortlessly between the pool, the raised hot-tub spa, and the private outdoor soaking tub—each offering its own rhythm of warmth, buoyancy, and release. A dedicated cold plunge completes the circuit, inviting an invigorating contrast that resets the body and sharpens the mind.
This is wellness without schedules. Heat. Cool. Rest. Repeat.
Cool-deck surfaces remain comfortable underfoot, upgraded patio furnishings invite long, unhurried afternoons, and multiple fire pits provide natural gathering points as the desert sky shifts from gold to indigo. Mountain views surround you in every direction—expansive, grounding, and constant.
Inside, the home continues the sense of retreat. Three of the five bedrooms feature en-suite baths, offering private sanctuaries designed for deep rest. Marble accents appear in the dining area and spa-like primary bath, adding tactile luxury without excess.
The kitchen is both functional and social—fully equipped with dual sinks, dual dishwashers, dual ovens, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. Kosher-ready and designed for ease, it supports everything from nourishing morning rituals to candlelit dinners or relaxed outdoor meals.
Modern convenience is thoughtfully integrated, including a Level 2 EV charger, allowing you to arrive fully and remain fully present.
Selected for Modernism Week’s A Peek Behind the Hedges tour, this estate offers a rare combination of architectural pedigree, privacy, and wellness-centered living.
This is not a place to rush through. It’s a place to recalibrate, restore, and remember how good stillness can feel.
City of Palm Springs License: 1481 - 4592
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
6 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg 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.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 4,004 square feet
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An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Close driveway gate when departing
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
1. You must be at least 28 years of age to reserve any home with ModMansions. Guest must provide a copy of a
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Under request
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 1481-4592
About the area
Uptown Design District, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.
Check out an event or a game at Agua Caliente Casino, and consider making time for Palm Springs Convention Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Palm Springs travel guide
Does NEW Wellness Retreat Old Las Palmas! Pool! Hot Tub! Cold Plunge! Views! Expresso have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is NEW Wellness Retreat Old Las Palmas! Pool! Hot Tub! Cold Plunge! Views! Expresso pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at NEW Wellness Retreat Old Las Palmas! Pool! Hot Tub! Cold Plunge! Views! Expresso?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at NEW Wellness Retreat Old Las Palmas! Pool! Hot Tub! Cold Plunge! Views! Expresso?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at NEW Wellness Retreat Old Las Palmas! Pool! Hot Tub! Cold Plunge! Views! Expresso?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is NEW Wellness Retreat Old Las Palmas! Pool! Hot Tub! Cold Plunge! Views! Expresso located?
Located in Uptown Design District, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains, Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and Desert Regional Medical Center. Palm Springs Square Shopping Center and O'Donnell Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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We loved this home and would stay here again! Beautiful, resort-like pool area with lots of lounge chairs and umbrellas. The kitchen was massive and lots of cooks could be in there at the same time. The neighborhood is lovely and very quiet. Best weekend getaway ever!
Visited for a girls weekend and had a fantastic time. Great layout of the house to accommodate a large group, pool is unbeatable with quintessential palm spring views, and neighborhood is quiet and very scenic.
We were a group of six friends looking to stay cool and enjoy Palm Springs. We loved our stay. Plenty of room for all and the pool was beautiful. Location was great. House was well stocked, perfectly clean, and fun. We loved our stay!
From the initial inquiry to the day of check out we were impressed with everything! Excellent communication and top notch customer service. The home is absolutely perfect and very comfortable. The Las Palmas neighborhood is fun to stay in - we learned something new about the celebrity homes everyday we walked the neighborhood. This home is close to everything!
We were a group of 9 staying to celebrate a birthday in Palm Springs. The property is historic and fabulous and was well located and incredibly well equipped. The kitchen had everything and then some. Management met us at check in and were friendly and welcoming, this was a relief as so much pre-stay communication on rules and guidelines was a little off putting. We had no issues during our stay and would love to go back.
The property is as described. Check in was flawless and we were met by the owner and given a tour of the property, tips for getting the best of our 4 day weekend and an overview of the rules. The grounds are lovely, and we ate fresh oranges from the trees daily! The spacious villa was more than adequate for our group of only 6 but could easily accommodate twice that without feeling as though you would run into one another at all. They have 2 of every appliance! Thank you, ModMansions, for a perfect girl's getaway.
We are four couples who have known each other for over 50 years, having met when the men were young Army officers in Augsburg, Germany. We have stayed in contact over all these years, traveling together whenever we can. The Alan Ladd house provided a relaxing, comfortable week for us to laugh, retell stories and just enjoy being together. We think your group will also enjoy this lovely, historic house as well.
Had an amazing time celebrating my husbands 50th! We had 3 other couples and the house was perfect for entertaining and housing many guests. We all had our own bathrooms and all the rooms were spacious. House well stocked. Best part was David the host. I couldn't pick up my hubby's birthday cake - David was gracious enough to pick it up and drive it over to the house. Amazing host and house - RENT THIS PROPERTY!
Our stay at the Alan Ladd estate was a perfect get away with good friends. The house was immaculate and big enough for 10 people. The pool and hot tub were very well maintained and heated to a perfect temperature since we paid for the pool and spa to be heated. The house is within walking distance of restaurants and shops. The Owner/Manager couldn’t have been nicer and more available. The kitchen and bar were very well stocked. I highly recommend this property for anyone traveling to Palm Springs. It is in a very desirable neighborhood and the history with Hollywood makes it extra special. We would definitely stay at this property again.