The Desert White House is a completely renovated, iconic 2-acre hilltop estate in the Coachella Valley designed by the late Walter S. White, featuring a signature Parabolic Roof that outstretches like praying hands. The award-winning venue offers stunning Santa Rosa Mountains panoramic views, a large pool, spa, putting green, multiple fire pits, and a commercial-size mixology and culinary service bar. With six luxurious king bedrooms sleeping up to 16 guests, the estate provides an immersive multi-day wedding retreat experience blending midcentury modern aesthetics with contemporary desert luxury.
Pricing
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$13,600
2-Night Mid-week · taxes & fees included
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Taxes & fees: A $950 cleaning fee applies to all bookings. A 10% TOT (Transient Occupancy Tax) applies for overnight stays. Day-of liability insurance is required with $1 million each occurrence liability limit, naming Walker Land Company as additionally insured, typically costing $150 to $300.
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The property
A private hilltop estate property set on 2 acres in the Coachella Valley, featuring a historic midcentury modern residence designed by architect Walter S. White with distinctive Parabolic Roof architecture.
The setting
The hilltop estate offers stunning panoramic views of the Santa Rosa Mountains as a dramatic backdrop.
The property features desert landscaping with tall palm trees, manicured lawns, and native desert plants including cacti, all framed by the expansive desert sky.
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Planning details
Vendor policies, timing and house rules to plan around.
Music curfew
Music until 9:45pm
According to Riverside County Ordinance, the party must end at 10 PM with the last song beginning at 9:45 PM. This ordinance applies to the event space as well as the home on property. All guests not registered to stay at the estate must exit the grounds by 10:15 PM. DJ selection must come from the venue's Preferred Vendor list. Only acoustic bands are allowed.
Rain plan
Backup plan in place
The venue features both indoor and outdoor event spaces that seamlessly flow between each other, providing indoor options if weather is not favorable for outdoor ceremonies or receptions.
Drinks served
Beer, Wine & Spirits
If that's a dealbreaker
Music has to come from the venue’s own list. Amplified music ends at 9:45pm.
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