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Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home | House in Palm Springs

9.0 (38 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   5 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Palm Springs House | Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home

5 Bedroom House in Palm Springs

Let your world slip away as you live 'The Life Of Riley'
Once owned by Willliam Bendix, Movie and Television star, best known for his portrayal of Babe Ruth in the Babe Ruth Story and Chester A Riley in the Life of Riley
5 bedroom Mini Estate property (1/4 acre, lush and tropical and more intimate than a hotel. Enjoy total privacy and intimacy)
Old world charm and modern updated living meet at the Palm Springs Life of Riley vacation rental home!
Our California luxury vacation rental, located in the fashionable Movie Colony East area is available for your family. At our home you will find a 5 bedroom private home with pool, spa, and tropical gardens and fruit trees.
Pets deserve to live the Life of Riley, all well behaved humans are welcomed when accompanied by their pets -)
Our home is owner operated so you get the personal service you deserve, allowing you to fully enjoy local Palm Springs events and attractions.
Property Description:
Start Your Perfect Vacation With This Vintage Mini-Estate 1/4 acre Palm Springs Rental Home!
*Ideal for Family Reunions or Corporate Retreats
*Private Quiet Upscale Neighborhood
*Pool, Jacuzzi, Full Kitchen, Oversized Living Room
*Stay in Historic Movie Colony East section of Palm Springs
*Enjoy a private and comfortable alternative to any Hotel
Experience Unique Desert Homestead Life with Your Own Private Oasis
Description:
A fifteen minute walk from downtown this Ruth Hardy Park Mini Estate sleeps 8-12. There are two separate "wings" east and west of the over sized living room - 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on the west and 2 bedrooms 1 bath on the east, a sunroom opening onto the pool with a full size convertible leather futon/sofa There is also a roll away bed available upon request.
The lovely master suite and one addtional bedroom both open directly to the pool and spa.
Experience the ambiance of old Palm Springs from the days when Hollywood stars flocked to the village of Palm Springs to build homes for weekend retreats.
The house is situated in the historic Ruth Hardy park section adjacent to Movie Colony area, aptly named for it's famous neighbors; boasting the estates of Hollywood Royalty such as Al Jolson, Desi and Lucy Arnaz, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Ronald Reagan, and Darryl F. Zanuck (and of course, William Bendix)
This property is graced with mountain views and a lush well-maintained garden will let you forget the world around you.
Although you probably won't want to venture out, this house is only ten blocks away from the SPA casino, a Las Vegas style casino in the heart of Palm Springs, and just a block away from the beautiful Ruth Hardy Park.
Accommodations:
The kitchen, living, dining areas (and two bedrooms) open onto the pool & spa area, allowing for gracious indoor-outdoor living - a coveted hallmark of Palm Springs living.
Come experience the unique charm and elegance of this historic newly remodeled vintage mini-estate. Enjoy 2 working fire places, a fully equipped kitchen with granite top counter, gas bbq and ample out door dining and relaxing furniture.
Amenities:
This spacious villa features magnificently landscaped and private grounds, a swimming pool with built in fountain that shoots water across the pool and attached in-ground spa, two fireplaces, and two separate sleeping quarters.
A well-appointed kitchen stocked well enough to prepare just about anything you desire provides an excellent alternative to the world class restaurants located so conveniently nearby. An oversized living room with books leather furniture, a fire place, 75 inch smart TV inside the house while the palm trees, front court yard garden, lighted swimming pool and gardens complete with wrought iron patio furniture will keep you busy outside.
4 of the bedrooms also feature smart tv’s.
The separation of east and west wing offers privacy and can give in laws or teenagers a feeling of independence
Bed Set-up
West:
1) Master Bedroom: 1 California King, pool view (door to pool area)
2) 2 Twin beds (door to pool area)
3) Queen bed, garden court view
East:
4) Queen bed, garden court view, opens to living room and to kitchen
5) Queen bed, garden court view
This home is owner operated so you get the personal service you deserve.
Keywords: Home, villa, sleep 10, spacious, family reunion, 8 beds, pool, spa, enclosed, pet friendly
Licensed by the Finance, Treasury Room Tax division, Palm Springs license number 48000000-20014534

Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home is located in Palm Springs. Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Palm Springs has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Palm Springs, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Palm Springs, 92262, United States

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
Private Pool
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Ellina L.
Apr 3, 2025 08:27:09 PM
Review Score:   4
Summary: Check in was very smooth. The house was mostly clean except for a set of dirty sheets (we found extras) and a bathroom with an empty soap dispenser (no extras). The pool was wonderful and the location was as well. The day after check in, due to previously existing plumbing issues, a bathroom flooded (triggered by flushing a toilet in another bathroom), sewage coming out from below the toilet. My in laws cleaned up with whatever extra towels they could find, but some of the flooding soaked carpet in a bedroom. They were advised by the host that there were 2 separate water systems so one bathroom was still functional and they could launder the towels. Unfortunately the laundry triggered more flooding before the plumbers arrived. Eventually they came, scoped, and cleaned. This held up until two days later when the toilet started flooding again. We were down to the towels we’d been using for the pool and showers because the host took the sewage ones, hopefully to be sanitized. The plumbers came and cleaned pipes again, saying a piece would have to be replaced. Our group was 9 family members, including 2 young kids, from 3 different states, so we were very lucky that the host had another large house with different owners that was being checked out of. The owners refunded for the remaining 4 nights we did not have the house, however they stood by the first 3 nights as being an acceptable full-price stay.
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FAQ's

Is this Palm Springs house pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Palm Springs house have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Palm Springs house has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Palm Springs house?

Best-rates for the Palm Springs house starts from $496 per night with includes Child Friendly, Kitchen, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Pet Friendly, Pool, TV, Private Pool, Security/Safety, Laundry, Fireplace/Heating, Hot Tub, Internet, Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Wellness Facilities with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Palm Springs house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Palm Springs house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Palm Springs house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Palm Springs house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Palm Springs house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Palm Springs house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Palm Springs house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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