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Professionally decorated and high style living room

Professionally decorated and high style living room Pool and mountain view Main bedroom with king bed, pool access, mountain views, and flatscreen tv. Pool furniture, pool, and back of home Cook top side of  completely appointed gourmet kitchen Through family room w/ 47' flatscreen to pool and manicured private pool yard Main bathroom with floor to ceiling tiled walls Guest bedroom Master bedroom detail of monogram and designer furnishings High stylized front door and clear address numbers for visitors Dining room at night Family room with flat screen and surround sound Kitchen sink side of gourmet kitchen Entry with raised panel molding, leather entry table, and designer wallcoverings Pool and house night Pool bathroom Front of house from street - through wrap around driveway Master Bed view Detail of the monogram embroidered on towels and furniture all over the home Straight into kitchen Straight into hall bathroom with full tub Back of house and pool Hall bath detail of tiled walls to the ceiling & molding on all interior doors Family room with commissioned art and custom upholstered chairs

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Last updated: 06/13/2013
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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!

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Property Type

      • House

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Meals

              • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

              Onsite Services

                  • Housekeeper Optional

                  Suitability

                  • Pets Considered:

                    Small to Medium Animals Are Welcome and Safe in the Walled and Gated Yard....moreless

                  • Non Smoking Only

                  Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 4-6

                  • Bedroom 1

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                  • Bedroom 2

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                  • Convertible bed(s)

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                  • Queen size Beds (1) Queen Beds with All Linens in Both Bedrooms, Sleep Sofa or Futons (1) Queen Sized Sleeper Sofa with All Linens in the Family Room...moreless

                  Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms

                  Kitchen & Dining

                  • Cooking Utensils:

                    Completely Appointed Cooks Kitchen with Pots, Pans, Serving Platters, Coffee Maker, Toaster, Cutco Knives, Blender, Extensive Glassware, Etc....moreless

                  • Kitchen:

                    Completely Detailed and Gorgeous Cooks Kitchen with Granite Slab Counters and Stainless Steel GE Profile Appliances...moreless

                  • Refrigerator
                  • Microwave
                  • Ice Maker
                  • Dishwasher

                  Amenities

                  • Linens Provided:

                    2 sets of sheets for each bed, including the sleeper sofa. Extra pillows and blankets in all the closets....moreless

                  • Washing Machine:

                    Super Size GE Profile Washer with All Necessary Detergents, Bleach, Fabric Softeners Etc....moreless

                  • Garage:

                    There is a one car garage attached to the home with an automatic garage door opener....moreless

                  • Gas Fireplace:

                    Fire and Ice Gas Fireplace in the Living Room...moreless

                  • Air Conditioning:

                    Central Heat and Air with a 3 Year Old Unit....moreless

                  • Clothes Dryer:

                    Super Size GE Profile Gas Dryer...moreless

                  • Parking Off Street:

                    Full Wrap Around Driveway...moreless

                  Entertainment

                  • Satellite / Cable:

                    Full Cable in the Family Room and Both Bedrooms...moreless

                  • Stereo
                  • CD Player
                  • DVD Player
                  • VCR

                  Communications

                  • Telephone:

                    Hard Wired Phone in the Utility Room for Private Banking Calls, Cordless Phone with Answering Machine in the Master Bedroom/guest room for Other Calls - Hall Closet has the All in One Printer/Scanner/...moreless

                  • Wireless Internet:

                    There is a wifi password at the home that will allow you to use your computer/ipad/iphone, etc anywhere on the property...moreless

                  • Free Long Distance
                  • Broadband Access

                  Pool & Spa

                      • Private Pool

                      Outdoor Features

                      • Deck / Patio:

                        The Entire Private Yard is Landscaped, Hardscaped, Equipped with up Lighting, and Filled with Comfortable Seating for Enjoying the Pool Area and Outdoor Living in General....moreless

                      • Outdoor Grill

                      Location & View

                          • Mountain View:

                            Amazing Western Views of the San Jacinto Mountains....moreless

                          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

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • 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.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

                          • 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.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2

                            • 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

                            • 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

                            • 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

                            • 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!

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                          Rental basis: Per property
                          Rental rates quoted in: US Dollars
                          Dates Nightly Wknd Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event
                          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
                          * Approximate Monthly rates, actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay

                          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.

                           

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                          Last updated: 06/13/2013
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                          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...

                           

                          Photos

                          • Professionally decorated and high style living room

                            Professionally decorated and high style living room

                          • Main bedroom with king bed, pool access, mountain views, and flatscreen tv.

                            Main bedroom with king bed, pool access, mountain views, and flatscreen tv.

                          • Cook top side of  completely appointed gourmet kitchen

                            Cook top side of completely appointed gourmet kitchen

                          • Main bathroom with floor to ceiling tiled walls

                            Main bathroom with floor to ceiling tiled walls

                          • Master bedroom detail of monogram and designer furnishings

                            Master bedroom detail of monogram and designer furnishings

                          • Dining room at night

                            Dining room at night

                          • Kitchen sink side of gourmet kitchen

                            Kitchen sink side of gourmet kitchen

                          • Pool and house night

                            Pool and house night

                          • Front of house from street - through wrap around driveway

                            Front of house from street - through wrap around driveway

                          • Detail of the monogram embroidered on towels and furniture all over the home

                            Detail of the monogram embroidered on towels and furniture all over the home

                          • Straight into hall bathroom with full tub

                            Straight into hall bathroom with full tub

                          • Hall bath detail of tiled walls to the ceiling & molding on all interior doors

                            Hall bath detail of tiled walls to the ceiling & molding on all interior doors

                          • Pool and mountain view

                            Pool and mountain view

                          • Pool furniture, pool, and back of home

                            Pool furniture, pool, and back of home

                          • Through family room w/ 47' flatscreen to pool and manicured private pool yard

                            Through family room w/ 47' flatscreen to pool and manicured private pool yard

                          • Guest bedroom

                            Guest bedroom

                          • High stylized front door and clear address numbers for visitors

                            High stylized front door and clear address numbers for visitors

                          • Family room with flat screen and surround sound

                            Family room with flat screen and surround sound

                          • Entry with raised panel molding, leather entry table, and designer wallcoverings

                            Entry with raised panel molding, leather entry table, and designer wallcoverings

                          • Pool bathroom

                            Pool bathroom

                          • Master Bed view

                            Master Bed view

                          • Straight into kitchen

                            Straight into kitchen

                          • Back of house and pool

                            Back of house and pool

                          • Family room with commissioned art and custom upholstered chairs

                            Family room with commissioned art and custom upholstered chairs

                          Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #212096

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                          Date last modified - Tuesday, June 18, 2013

                          $300 - $375 per night (USD)
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                          2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom
                          Sleeps 6

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