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Little Beverly Hills: Mid-Century Modern Enclave

Little Beverly Hills is a quintessential Palm Springs neighborhood that serves as a living museum of mid-century modern design. Originally developed as Ramon Rise Estates in the late 1950s, the area earned its current nickname due to its street names, which mirror those of the famous California city. The neighborhood is composed of roughly 84 homes, a curated collection that features the work of renowned builders like the Alexander Construction Company and Jack Meiselman, alongside acclaimed architects including William Krisel and Hugh Kaptur. These homes are celebrated for their post-and-beam construction, distinctive rooflines, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow that captures the essence of desert living. What makes this enclave particularly distinctive is its quiet, cohesive character and its intentional connection to the natural landscape. Tucked away in a secluded pocket of the city, the neighborhood is bordered by significant open spaces, including the Prescott Preserve, which provides residents with expansive, unobstructed mountain views and a peaceful atmosphere. Unlike larger, more bustling parts of Palm Springs, Little Beverly Hills maintains a tranquil, low-density feel, making it a highly desirable retreat for architecture enthusiasts and those seeking a private, historically preserved slice of Southern California's mid-century heritage.

Stops 1
Distance
Time ~5 min
Tour starts at
Prescott Preserve
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    Prescott Preserve

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    Nestled in the heart of Palm Springs near the Little Beverly Hills neighborhood, the Prescott Preserve is a 120-acre natural oasis rapidly transitioning from manicured greens to a vibrant native desert ecosystem. Formerly an 18-hole golf course, the preserve now offers peaceful, paved multi-use paths that wind past lingering ponds and newly established wildlife habitats. Currently undergoing an ambitious ecological restoration by the Oswit Land Trust, the park features designated public access trails where visitors can enjoy stunning mountain views, butterfly gardens, and incredible birdwatching, while vast sections of the acreage remain strictly protected as wildlife corridors.

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