Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home

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Gather and relax in the oversized living room and adjacent sunroom

Immaculate grounds surround you in your private courtyard with working fountain

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102127 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Pet friendly

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Palm Springs, CA

Palm Springs Convention Center18 min walk
Palm Springs Art Museum5 min drive
Palm Springs Air Museum6 min drive
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)23 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

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

Property manager

Daniel Lim

Premier Host

Amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Palm Springs

This vacation home is located in Movie Colony East, a neighborhood in Palm Springs. While the natural beauty of Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Agua Caliente Casino or Acrisure Arena. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

Palm Springs Convention Center - 18 min walk
Las Palmas - 4 min drive
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 4 min drive
Palm Springs Art Museum - 5 min drive
Palm Springs Air Museum - 6 min drive

Getting around

Palm Springs Station - 16 min drive
Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 19 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min drive
Taco Bell - 19 min walk
Billy Reed's Restaurant - 2 min drive
Denny's - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mini Estate, the Life of Riley, Former Hollywood Star's Home located?

Located in Movie Colony East, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ruth Hardy Park and Palm Springs Convention Center. El Paseo Collection and Desert Regional Medical Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Feb 27, 2024

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Description Overrated - overall rating of 2 as luxury not met

The Good - Location, well equipped kitchen, grounds were immaculate, good electronics, booking and communication with Daniel the host was exceptional. The Bad - Pool area came with cigarette butts on the decking. Our first night we discovered we had 2 spare rolls of toilet paper for a 5 day stay. The linens were worn, the master flat sheet had holes as large as lemon, likewise many of the towels were tattered. We only had heat to the hot tub one night. Yes, the property manager was contacted. By day 4 we had warm water to the hot tub, but not hot water and the pool cleaning person got us to that point. Tiles were missing from the hot tub and cement chunks coming off the decking. I could go on... I was expecting luxury as the description stated.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart F.

Feb 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home for a group of 6-8

We were very happy with our stay and would definitely return. The only complaint our group had was that the 7th bed (the futon) was unusable. We used the couch instead. That piece of furniture should be replaced.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Feb 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The house was perfect for our family gathering! Plenty of space for all. The grounds are beautiful and the pool and hot tub were a real treat for us northerners. We especially liked the location, close to the airport and walking distance to the downtown area. The neighborhood was so nice to walk and admire all the beautiful homes! Thank you for sharing your home, we are already talking of our return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta G.

Jan 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

We were very happy with our stay. The place was big enough for seven adults. We cooked every day and the kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed. The beds are comfortable. The location is great - just a couple blocks from Ruth Hardy park and close to stores and downtown. If you’re a donut fan, don’t miss Jelly Donut. The best part for us was the pool and hot tub. We paid for heat in the pool and swam every day. It was fantastic. Miguel, who welcomed us, was friendly and helpful. Communication with the owners was clear. This place is not luxury, and the street is a little busy, but it was absolutely lovely and perfect for us. A good value, great location, and super fun space inside and out. Would choose it again if I visit with a large group.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Dec 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

Great location, layout and price with some flaws

Seven women friends met for a week reunion."Life of Riiley" was perfect for its location (20 minute walk to downtown Palm Springs), its 5-bedroom layout and price. And property manager, Miguel, was very responsive when we needed him. We'd stay again--in spite of its flaws: 1. PLUMBING. The main drain stopped working third night. Showers didn't drain and toilets began leaking at their bases. It could have been a rare event, but older reviews suggest plumbing is a chronic problem.We spoke to the owner who volunteered that a plumber was coming after we left to fix the entire system. We hope so. 2. The sunroom futon is not adequate as a bed--or private bedroom (despite what owner told me in query prior to renting). The futon is in a very public space, just outside the pool and next to the dining table. As a result, two women had to share a bed which was not what we had planned. For one bed per person, there are only 6, not 7. 3. Communications with owner were challenging. We had to send emails twice (and sometimes follow up with a text) to get a reply. 4. We paid for a heated pool but heater was broken (also seems to be a complaint in older reviews). It was fixed midway through the visit and we were refunded the extra charge. Again, Miguel came to our rescue to get it repaired.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Daniel Lim

I came here from Thailand in the 1980's and grew up in Los Angeles. Although San Francisco is my home now, Southern CA occupies a special place in my heart. I've been privileged to travel the world, spending a lot of time in Europe, South America and other parts of Asia I find that the desert became the perfect place to relax. Palm Springs offers so much more than just sun, I enjoy the museums, theater, shopping, nightlife and occasionally even the casino.

The desert has a way of growing on you and while

Why they chose this property

An avid tennis player myself, being a block away from lighted tennis courts held a lot of appeal. Combined with jogging at Ruth Hardy Park the location was simply perfect.
We fell in love with the oversized living room and really enjoy hosting my family get togethers as much as I hope you'll enjoy spending time with yours.
We know that this is where we will retire when the time is right and until then couldn't think of a place we'd rather spend time with friends and family.

What makes this property unique

Great for family reunions, corporate retreats, golf outings, girls weekends, etc.
The oversized living room opens to the sunroom each with a working fireplace makes this a nice home for nesting with friends and family.