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- Minimum stay:2-3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
This sophisticated and high style home, known as 'AMIGO,' is showcased on the cover of the 2009 Home and Design Issue of The Bottom Line Magazine. It is located less than a mile from the center of charming and beautiful downtown Palm Springs. AMIGO is walking distance to the convention center, the casino, or many restaurants, stores, and coffee shops. AMIGO is perfect for a get-away from your life at home - but is also equipped with WIFI, as well as an all in one printer/copier and fax machine, for those who need to do some business while enjoying the sunny relaxing desert lifestyle. The phone service comes with free long distance throughout the continental united states for calls as well as faxes.
Black slate floors and white beamed ceilings create a perfect backdrop for this art deco inspired home that was completely designed and furnished by 'Aesthetics.' The custom upholstered and professionally designed living room with fire and ice fireplace provides a great conversation and entertaining area. White raised panel cabinets, stainless steel GE profile appliances, 5 burner gas cook-top, under-cabinet lighting and black granite slab counters create a fully stocked and gorgeous cook's kitchen.
Imported pillow-edged white porcelain tiles line the walls to the ceiling in the main bathroom. The custom upholstered drapery, 1930's nickel plated wall sconces, and antique bamboo framed mirror make it a posh and pampering place to get ready for your day of shopping, afternoon game of tennis, or your night on the town.
** City of Palm Springs Transient Occupancy Registration Permit # 46870000
The family room, with a 42' flat screen wired with surround sound, opens up to the manicured yard with sparkling pool. The yard is block walled and gated for complete privacy and is lined with mature Ficus trees and accent lighting for entertaining day and night.
Both bedrooms are done in black and white with pops of color, chrome and crystal sconces, TV's with VCR and DVD, and sliding glass doors with access to the private pool yard. All rooms in the home, as well as the pool yard, are wired with different zones for the stereo system. Stereo plays AM/FM, CD's, or you can plug in your own i-pod or mp3 player.
Nothing has been left out or overlooked in appointing this centrally located posh vacation home. Grab your bags and come experience 'AMIGO' for yourself!
Keywords: House
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 4-6
Kitchen & Dining
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
Amenities
Entertainment
- Stereo
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- VCR
Communications
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Access
Pool & Spa
- Private Pool
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
Activities
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Wildlife Viewing
- Sight Seeing
- Shopping
- Basketball Court
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf
- Mountain Biking
- Restaurants
- Zoo
- Theme Parks
- Cinemas
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Miniature Golf
- Antiquing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theater
Reviews
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Amazing home
Amazing home
- Guest Alina M.
- Date of stay 08/31/12
- Review Submitted 09/11/12
We rented this house for Labor Day weekend and we absolutely loved it! From the second you walk into this home, you can tell a lot of time and effort was put into every little detail. Every room is beautifully decorated creating a warm and fun environment. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. There are plenty of towels, linens, pillows, etc. for your stay. The pool was a great size and was at a perfect temperature even at night. The house is also in an ideal location because it is very close to everything including the main strip. James, the owner of the property, is wonderful. He kept in constant contact and always replied to my emails promptly. In the future, I will always be renting from James!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, pet owners, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank you so much for your beautiful and glowing review of Amigo, Alina. I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay there! Thank you for being conscientious renters and taking good care of the home. Come back anytime! ~ james
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Can I stay forever, please?
Can I stay forever, please?
- Guest Dan & Stacey
- Date of stay 05/27/12
- Review Submitted 06/17/12
We stayed at this great home for three days over Memorial Day weekend and it was fabulous. Great neighborhood, great home, great pool. The VRBO listing and photos accurately reflect the home. It was spotless, well-appointed and had a wonderful interior look and feel. It's in a quiet neighborhood and the pool area is very private. It's within walking distance of central Palm Springs (although probably not in the summer heat) and close to the very large Ruth Hardy Park. It's also close enough to the other desert cities and only about 30-40 minutes from either entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. We'd definitely go back and recommend Alta Amigo.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, pet owners, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
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Great Palm Springs get away fantastic owner
Great Palm Springs get away fantastic owner
- Guest milesofsmiles
- Date of stay 11/17/10
- Review Submitted 11/30/10
Stayed at Amigo right before the Thanksgiving holiday. The place is very charming and comfortable – let’s just say the décor through out the place was impeccable – you can tell James the owner took a lot of time collecting to add such fun detail to the house. The location - it was convenient to downtown and all that it has to offer. The amenities: the kitchen was beautiful – has everything you could ever need to entertain; there is a really nice bathroom off the pool area with a shower – very handy so you don’t have to go walking through the house all wet; the full bath beautifully decorated; didn’t use the living area much but it was very festive; nice dining table and nice sitting area that over looks the pool. The main bedroom had a sliding glass door that went right out to the pool area and the second bedroom had a sliding glass door off to a little sitting area. I can’t say enough about James the owner. The pool – well James disclosed the first day that the heater broke – I appreciated that he told me before I got there and offered to get us day passes at the Riviera until it was fixed. He jumped through many hoops to get it fixed as fast as possible and we were swimming comfortably the next day. He spoiled us. Brought us fresh lemons and oranges, told us about great restaurants, when I told him I brought the wrong camera charger, he leant me his old camera then went to the store and bought me a charger! I would rent Amigo and from James again in a heartbeat. Loved it!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, adventure seekers, pet owners, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with young children.
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Amigo is Fantastic
Amigo is Fantastic
- Guest ChrissyC
- Date of stay 01/03/10
- Review Submitted 04/02/10
I hesitate to write this review because we love this house so much and hope to be renting it frequently in the future. It was just perfect for us and our pets for 2 months. James is fantastic. Loved the fact that it was so close to town, close to good golf, hiking, etc. Just a wonderful overall experience. We'll be back!Recommended for: Age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway.
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- Guest Forest
- Date of stay 08/17/09
- Review Submitted 08/17/09
We were absolutely delighted with this vacation rental. The charming home is tastefully decorated and appointed - it had everything we needed for a carefree home-away-from-home stay. The quiet neighborhood and private pool made for a very relaxing visit. We can't wait for a chance to come back and hope to be able to stay longer next time. Thanks, James!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2
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- Guest Don & Mandy
- Date of stay 06/27/09
- Review Submitted 06/27/09
We absolutely loved our stay at Amigo! This gorgeous home has a very cozy, funky appeal and the secluded private back yard & pool is fabulous! We can't wait to stay at Amigo again!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2
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- Guest Kelli12
- Date of stay 06/24/09
- Review Submitted 06/24/09
This house made my Palm Springs birthday vacation. We picked it because it was affordable and cute. When we arrived, we were so excited that the pictures did not come close to how well-decorated the house was. The photos we took throughout the weekend could have been out of a Vouge photoshoot because of the beautiful backdrop Amigo provided. Pack your brightest bathing suit! I was there with 5 girlfriends and we never felt crowded. The pool area is spacious and the outdoor speakers that you can play your Ipod through really topped off the whole postive, relaxing trip. In summery, James is a gracious, prompt, and accomodating host. The prices are fair and the house is well appointed. We will be back!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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- Guest Jeff and Darla Stunna
- Date of stay 05/20/09
- Review Submitted 05/20/09
Simply put - this home is incredible! It was even better than we had hoped it would be. The home was spotless and perfect and had everything we could have possibly needed to enjoy our two weeks in Palm Springs. The kitchen was a joy to cook in, the pool was heavenly, and walking to town for breakfast is something we never get to do in Canada. I would recommend this home for anyone considering a vacation to Palm Springs! Thank you James for taking such good care of us!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 3 night min stay |
$375 | $2200 | $5200 | |||
| Shoulder May 1 - Jun 30 3 night min stay |
$335 | $2010 | $5500 | |||
| Summer Jul 1 - Sep 30 3 night min stay |
$300 | $1800 | $5000 | |||
| Shoulder Oct 1 - Nov 30 2 night min stay |
$335 | $2010 | $5500 | |||
Additional information about rental rates
Please inquire for holiday rates. The six major holidays are Easter, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve.
50% deposit required to secure the dates at the time of booking. Remainder due 60 days prior to arrival date. Stays of 5 days or less, or that are booked within 60 days of arrival, are paid in full at time of booking.
Cash, check, or credit card - via PayPal.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
11.5% Palm Springs city bed tax applied for stays less than 28 days.
Monthly tenants responsible for all gas and electric bills based on meter reads from check-in to check-out.
Short term tenants can choose to heat the pool. Fee varies from $30-$40 per night (or $225 max. per week) depending on what time of year.
Cleaning fee of $150
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: Palm Springs International at 1.9 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: Spa Resort and Casino bar at 0.5 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: Dozens of restaurants that start half a mile away at 0.5 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2004
About the owner: I am a freelance architecture and interiors photographer from Seattle. I came to Palm Springs 13 years ago and fell in love with it. I designed and furnished 'AMIGO' from top to bottom when we gutted and completely remodeled it 8 years ago. I am a perfectionist with an eye for detail, and I scoured the country for all the pieces, hardware, light fixtures, and artwork that all came together as 'AMIGO'
Why the Owner Chose Movie Colony East (formerly Ruth Hardy Park):
I have owned and rented vacation rentals in Palm Springs for over 13 years now. I pride myself in knowing that the home has everything it could possibly need for someone to come to Palm Springs and thoroughly enjoy themselves and relax - without worrying about anything...
I specifically chose Ruth Hardy Park / Movie Colony East so that I would have the close proximity to downtown, the casino, and all the restaurants - yet be far enough out from the mountains so that I wouldn't lose the afternoon/evening sun too soon. Best of both worlds...
The Unique Benefits at this House:
I am a solar panel - I thrive off of the sun - which is precisely why I chose Palm Springs to purchase a vacation home. Amigo has floor to ceiling windows in the family room that is flooded with light and provides an unparalleled mountain view at the same time. I love that the yard is completely walled and gated so that I can enjoy the pool and yard in complete privacy. And I also love that I am but a brisk one mile walk from the center of downtown Palm Springs - where I walk for morning coffee and afternoon cocktails...
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Photos
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Professionally decorated and high style living room
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Main bedroom with king bed, pool access, mountain views, and flatscreen tv.
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Cook top side of completely appointed gourmet kitchen
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Main bathroom with floor to ceiling tiled walls
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Master bedroom detail of monogram and designer furnishings
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Dining room at night
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Kitchen sink side of gourmet kitchen
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Pool and house night
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Front of house from street - through wrap around driveway
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Detail of the monogram embroidered on towels and furniture all over the home
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Straight into hall bathroom with full tub
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Hall bath detail of tiled walls to the ceiling & molding on all interior doors
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Pool and mountain view
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Pool furniture, pool, and back of home
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Through family room w/ 47' flatscreen to pool and manicured private pool yard
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Guest bedroom
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High stylized front door and clear address numbers for visitors
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Family room with flat screen and surround sound
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Entry with raised panel molding, leather entry table, and designer wallcoverings
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Pool bathroom
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Master Bed view
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Straight into kitchen
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Back of house and pool
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Family room with commissioned art and custom upholstered chairs
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