Front of house: circular drive, mountain view, and covereded roof-top deck.
Location: Ruth Hardy Park, Palm Springs, Central, Palm Springs, Deserts, California, USA (5-10 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-9)
This Spanish casa dates from 1935 and was owned by actress Dorothy Lamour. Research and local legend say it was also the site of a rumored affair between Marilyn Monroe and a very high-ranking government official in the early 1960's.
The house is located just one house in from Ruth Hardy Park which has public tennis courts, playgrounds and lots of open space. This property is 1/3 acre. Quiet, safe neighborhood.
Professionally decorated, living area with 42" plasma TV and kiva wood-burning fireplace, sun/playroom, kitchen, laundry room, 4 bedrooms plus nursery area, 3 full baths. All floors are tiled, with area rugs. Fully enclosed and gated yard.
The sun/playroom has toys and games for children of all ages. Triple French doors open to the backyard with mini-playground, large pool, in-ground spa and mature fruit trees.
The updated kitchen has microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and everything needed for the serious chef. Fully equipped including all serving dishes, glassware, ceramic dishes plus plastic ware, for outdoor use, and kids' dishes. Paper products and cleaning products are supplied. Laundry room, located off the kitchen, has large washer/dryer; detergent is supplied.
- Master Bedroom: King bed, sitting and dressing area, walk-in 2-head shower, nursery (crib and changing table, bedding supplied) off MBR area. French doors open to spacious backyard.
- Bedroom #2: King bed. Also contains the printer/fax/copier. Full bath with large tub, and (probably) Dorothy Lamour's medicine cabinet, is located right outside the bedroom door.
- Bedroom #3: Queen bed. Bathroom (shared with Bedroom #4).
- Bedroom #4: Quality trundle bed can be 1 or 2 Twin beds, or one King bed. French doors open to the backyard.
Items supplied: Restoration Hardware fluffy towels, pool towels, all basic bath supplies (shampoo, hair dryers, soap). Extra pillows, blankets, and an inflatable twin-size mattress are in the linen closet.
The spacious landscaped yard has a heated pool and in-ground spa. Luxury Frontgate pool floats. Misting fan for hot summer days. There is NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR POOL/SPA HEATING.
There is a mini-playground with deck and slide for children and a playhouse (originally the work shed) completely decorated inside with a wonderful mural painted by a well-known local artist.
The walled and gated backyard also has a huge grapefruit tree and apple and orange trees for healthy snacks. Take the steps up to the second-story "tanning" deck for an even better view of Mt. San Jacinto and Ruth Hardy Park.
There is one covered gated parking space. Another covered space is located on the circular drive in front. Two additional off-street parking spaces located off the circular drive.
Do you need two houses for your gathering? See VRBO listing #169001 for another lovely property one block away, same owner.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Three zones in house.
- Washer: Large capacity.
- Dryer: Large capacity.
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking: 2 spaces, one inside gated area, one off circular drive.
- Off Street Parking: Two more spaces off circular drive.
- Wood Fireplace: Gas starter.
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : Master and BR #2. BR#4 can be made into King bed.
- Queen Bed: BR #3.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : BR #4 can be one or two twins, or one king.
- Crib: Located off Master BR, bedding provided. With changing table.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 42" plasma TV in living room. Basic cable. Surround sound system.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub: No additional cost to heat spa.
- Private Pool: No additional cost to heat pool.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Double ovens. Nice view of yard. Coffee maker, toaster, food processor, juicer.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: large refrigerator.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: 5-burner gas grill just outside kitchen.
- Lanai: Shaded area outside sun/playroom. Two tables for six. Tile floor.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Great view of Mt. San Jacinto from backyard and deck.
- Communications
- Telephone (4)
- Free Long Distance: US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Also: printer/fax/copier in BR#2.
- Other Amenities
- Covered rooftop deck was the old "private tanning" area. Great views of Mt. San Jacinto.
- Suitability
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): Seat and railing in master bedroom shower, easy entry.
- Kid Friendly: Mini-playground, crib/changing table, high chair, toys & eating utensils.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Renters must be 25 years of age.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Outside only please.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sept.-Oct .. $333/night, $2000/week
Nov.-Mar. .. $500/night, $3000/week
April-May .. $333/night, $2000/week
June-Aug. .. $250/night, $1500/week
Add: 11.5% PS Tax, $150/stay cleaning fee, $250 security deposit.
Monthly stays: no PS Tax, pay own utilities.
Three night minimum.
NO ADDIONAL CHARGE TO HEAT POOL OR SPA.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Marilyn Monroe (May Have) Slept Here
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Ruth Hardy Park
We already owned a charming property (see VRBO listing #169001) in the Ruth Hardy Park neighborhood, perfect for an intimate vacation for my husband and me. When we found this home, a block away, we knew we wanted a larger property where our whole family could gather. We have already enjoyed time here with our sons and their girlfriends. I've set up the house to be prepared for the future when there may be little ones in the picture: crib, toys, and backyard mini-playground and playhouse. We plan to own this home for many years, though, so no rush, boys!
The Unique Benefits at this House
Just stroll across the street to let the kids run in the large open spaces and playgrounds of Ruth Hardy Park. Or play a game of tennis yourselves on the public courts in the park. Enjoy a vacation where you don't have to leave home to relax and unwind.
Palm Canyon Drive is a pleasant 5 block walk away. There's a little shopping center with a (non-Starbucks) Koffi shop, gift shop, and upscale Cafe Chocolate for lunch and gelato.
Go 3 blocks further south on Palm Canyon to get to the downtown area of Palm Springs with more restaurants and shopping.
Open-air courtyard with view of mountains. Get coffee at Koffi. Cafe Chocolate for delicious treats, gelato, lunch. Tell owners Jessie and John I say hello. More stores and galleries. See: palmspring
Palm Canyon Drive is closed off each Thursday evening 7-10pm for a street festival with local artisans, produce stands, live entertainment and more. Festival and street closing between Amado and Barri
Owner's Map of Ruth Hardy Park
My husband and I live in Washington, DC. I am a local, having lived inside the beltway (since it's been built, that is) all my life.
We have two sons, one away at college, one a senior in high school.
We also have several guinea pigs and box turtles, but they plan to stay at home.
Property Photos
- Front of house: circular drive, mountain view, and covereded roof-top deck. - Ruth Hardy Park Vacation Home with Hot Tub
- Front yard. Ruth Hardy Park across street. - Ruth Hardy Park Vacation Home with Hot Tub
- Back yard. In-ground spa, large pool to left. - Ruth Hardy Park Vacation Home with Hot Tub
- Gas grill. Big grapfruit tree. Steps lead up to covered deck with great view.
- Play area has slide and play deck; playhouse with mural at right.
- Playhouse mural on all 4 walls. Artist: Snake Jagger.
- Toys/games for all in the sun/play-room. Door at right to back yard.
- Dining room as seen from sun/play room. Table expands to seat 8.
- Living Room: wood-burning Kiva fireplace, door leads into kitchen.
- Living Room: plasma TV, comfy Restoration Hardware couch, entrance hallway.
- Living Room: quiet sitting/reading area.
- Kitchen, laundry room through door. Nice view from window above sink..
- Master bedroom, King bed. Additional sitting area off left.
- Master bedroom dressing area. Shower at right.
- Bedroom #3. Queen bed. Entrance hall off to right.
- View from the second floor covered deck. Mt San Jacinto, Ruth Hardy park.
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