The ultimate luxury home in the hills, this striking, contemporary masterpiece sits in a most desirable area, near Mount Olympus. With a moody, dark exterior and a bright, spacious interior, it's a re.....

Half a block from the beach, this Newport Beach home is the kind of place that makes a long weekend feel effortless. Open-beam ceilings and original hardwood floors give the living area real warmth, w.....

The infinity pool here is something else – zero-edge, heated, saltwater, and suspended directly over the Bel Air canyon. From here, you can enjoy stunning views across the Santa Monica foothills. Back.....

Soaring timber beams and tree-canopy views give this Lake Arrowhead house a real sense of being embedded in the forest. The furnished deck is where you'll want to spend your evenings – dining alfresco.....

Silver Spring was built in the twenties and has retained all of its original charm, with bright, open spaces and terracotta accents. As well as a front garden, you have access to a back patio with a b.....

This Venice home is the total package – it’s a beautifully designed space with an incredibly warm and hospitable host. You’ll feel at ease as soon as you arrive, thanks to its high-end furnishings and.....

Sitting on the edge of Palm Springs, this hacienda-style home was built in the 1940s, but even the architecturally untrained eye will be able to see that there have been some more recent additions mad.....

This sleek and modern apartment building is fully set up to maximise your trip for you and your cohort. Located just south of La Brea, you’ll be in the perfect place to explore the cultural sights and.....

Perched in one of Los Angeles' most iconic neighbourhoods, this beautiful home makes a stylish Tinseltown base. The highlight here are the views, which are some of the best in the city – and thanks to.....

A living green wall rising the full height of the living room sets the tone for this striking Venice house, where botanical drama meets architectural precision behind a glass-and-steel façade. It's no.....

Taking cues from Palm Springs' celebrated Alexander Homes, this architect-designed villa pairs mid-century influences with modern comforts. Walls of glass open the great room onto a private backyard,.....

A gated post-and-beam house from 1960, set on nearly an acre of Nichols Canyon, this is architecture that earns its reputation. The double-height living room opens onto a pool terrace wrapped in matur.....

The Pacific fills the view from the top-floor living room – horizon to horizon, with waves breaking below the balcony and a communal heated pool and spa on the sunbathing terrace for when you want to.....

Dip into the pool with the San Jacinto Mountains as your backdrop, and you'll understand why Palm Springs has its devoted following. This house leans into the bold, playful side of the desert aestheti.....

Settled in Palm Springs' Movie Colony – the neighbourhood where Hollywood royalty once retreated – this Spanish Colonial Revival estate trades on history without being trapped in it. The gated backyar.....

With its dark wooden frames and surrounding woodland, this home makes for a cosy stay despite its large size. Spread across a few floors, this impressive and innovative spot is somewhere between a tow.....

This Palm Desert villa is just a five-minute walk from the shops, restaurants and galleries of El Paseo. Yet the hiking trails of the Cahuilla Hills Park are on your doorstep, making the most of city.....

Equal parts rustic cabin and architectural gem, this A-Frame is a unique desert retreat in Yucca Valley. Enjoy total stillness and relaxation while admiring the views. There’s an outdoor cedar tub, a.....

One of only six homes located directly next to the Malibu Pier, this beach cottage boasts a dream location. With direct access to the 21-mile stretch of white sand and heaps of deck space, you’ll like.....

With two swimming pools, a floodlit tennis court, boules court, outdoor kitchen, fire pit lounge, and a children’s playground, this villa feels more like a private resort than a rental home. The vibe.....

Located near the resort of La Quinta in the Coachella Valley, this villa is a desert hideaway designed with comfort in mind. Let’s start with the palm-fringed backyard, where there’s a sunny swimming.....

This LA pad is just the ticket for a family or group of friends on a Californian getaway. With a light-filled living room, sauna, private heated pool, alfresco dining opportunities and sun-drenched te.....

Palm Springs has always been about escape. Whether it's the mountains, the mid-century spirit, or the long golden afternoons by the pool. Slide open the glass doors of this home and move seamlessly fr.....

This three-storey condo strikes the perfect balance between mid-century style and contemporary comfort. The bright living space is made for spending time together, with a leather sofa and sleek kitche.....

A private saltwater pool and spa set among desert palms – with the Santa Rosa Mountains framing the horizon – makes this Palm Desert house hard to leave. Days here follow a natural rhythm: morning cof.....