Private Pool

Guest: Doris (Lake Oswego, OR)
Date of Stay: 02/08/12 Review Submitted: 02/18/12

When you first walk into this lovely one level mid-century ranch you will notice the beautiful, private pool that the home surrounds. The best part about the pool other than its privacy is that it's heated! It's a little piece of heaven. The home is close to downtown Palm Springs, just a few blockers away from The Rivera Hotel as well. There is a grocery store close by along with THE BEST DONUT SHOP EVER! The home is well stocked with lots of cute orange cooking utensils. Lots of color in the house! The whole place made for a relaxing, fun vacation.

Owner response:We'll definitely have to add the Albertson's donut counter to our list of recommended eateries! We're glad you enjoyed your stay, we're looking forward to your return.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

It just does not get any better!!!

Guest: Kathinka and Jan (The Netherlands)
Date of Stay: 12/25/11 Review Submitted: 01/19/12

Palm Springs was a new vacation location for us and the home was perfect for our first visit. The owners have made it an ideal vacation home and base on our stay experience, they put a great deal of care and attention in its maintenance, which shows in the decor and equipment. The home is very welcoming and comfortable with a large pool. The covered patio and its outdoor furniture are great for chilling out and relaxing. We found the location of the home ideal with easy reach to downtown Palm Springs and other desert resorts, including Joshua tree, San Andreas Fault and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway with its great views. We enjoyed both Palm Springs and the home. Bert and Berlynn, many thanks for a wonderful home and rental service. We highly recommend Nici’s Pool House to suit your Palm Springs vacation needs. Some words in Dutch....Bedankt en graag totziens

Owner response:We're glad you used our home as a base for discovering Southern California! We're happy to have you back any time! Tot ziens!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

The only place to be!

Guest: 2KILL4 (Beverly Hills)
Date of Stay: 01/12/12 Review Submitted: 01/18/12

Sadly I haven't met Bert but I totally love him. He was amazingly quick in communication which in my business I love. I made arrangements with him the day of my travel (very last minute planning) and he was very accommodating and quite frankly not a rude jerk like some of the other people I contacted. Happily his place was really the only one I really liked and couldn't have been happier to be able to stay there. The pool was perfectly warm even without turning on. Loved the wi-fi. Used the kitchen the whole time. It is only minutes from downtown PS. There was a welcome basket on the table (so thoughtful) and every little thing was already thought of in the house. Would have only loved it more if it had a fire pit. Sadly the dryer takes a little longer than the average one to dry.

Owner response:We're glad that we could accommodate you on short notice and that you enjoyed your visit. We look forward to your return. Thank you for your suggestion of a fire pit, something we've considered, but with the Palm Springs winds safety for our home and our guests have kept us from installing one. We appreciate the heads up on the dryer, we will definitely have it serviced! Thank you, Bert

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Had a blast at Nici's Pool House

Guest: PrincessHonor (Claremont, CA, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/21/11 Review Submitted: 12/26/11

Myself, husband, brothers along with their significant others, had a fantastic time here. I also brought my 3 year old son. From the beginning everything was seamless. The directions were easy to understand and the house was ready to use with all the kitchen appliances that you would want including state of the art dishwasher and stove. The renovation looked excellent and there was a running theme through the house reminding you that you were in Palm Springs. The colors from the outside to the inside were well chosen and warm and just made everyone feel at home. The heated pool was fantastic and everyone enjoyed it including my son who could not get enough of the water. The 3 bedrooms were well furnished and each had their own theme along with flat screen TVs in each room. The pictures that were posted about this place are not at all exaggerated. We found everything to be just as reflected. Overall we had a fantastic time in Palm Springs as we got to relax in the house and enjoy the surrounding areas of the city. I received major kudos from my family for selecting Nici's Pool House.

Owner response:We're so glad that everyone had a good time and that you enjoyed the pool as much as you did. We look forward to having you again!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

AWESOME HOUSE*****

Guest: idealalma (Los Angeles, California)
Date of Stay: 11/23/11 Review Submitted: 11/28/11

We stayed at this beatiful home for Thanksgiving 11-23 to 11-27 and we couldn't have expected more than we got at this property; even before our arrival the owner was so attentive by confirmin the time of our arrival to make sure that everything will be in perfect order to recommendations to their favorite restaurants, but once you arrive at this property is when you feel truly relaxed and confortable. They have every possible kitchen gadget along with beautiful dishes and everything that a cook will need to prepare great meals (don't forget the great barbeque in the outside covered area by the pool) which brings me to the pool itself (gorgeous,sparkling and heated) we expended a lot of time outside and enjoy the beautiful garden and the pool are. The rooms are well appointed and the master suite has a roomy and adorable bathroom that connects to the patio area as well as the master suite that has direct access to the pool area. I'm afraid that if I keep describing this property I will never be able to book it again because all of you will book it too! Great owners and beautiful property; we'll be back very soon! Thank you, Alma Rauda and family

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.

home away from home

Guest: al & kath (chilliwack b.c. )
Date of Stay: 10/12/11 Review Submitted: 10/25/11

we so enjoyed out stay at nici's pool house... the homeowners made our family and pet feel very welcome and were beyond helpful with every question we had ....the neighourhood was great, grocery stores and shopping very close...more then enough room and the outdoor space was great......pool and outdoor eating every day....would stay again thank both bert and berlynn

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Fun house for us and our dog

Guest: Branden (Santa Clara)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11 Review Submitted: 07/06/11

We stayed at this house recently for just shy of a week, and had a great time. Six of us stayed comfortably inside, along with our dog. The rooms are fun and brightly lit, and especially in such a hot area, the ample fans, air conditioning, and swamp cooler were very much appreciated! A comfortable couch was provided in the large master suite, in addition to the large bathroom. The common areas were very convenient in their layout and facilities, and even our dog felt very comfortable. The yard was great fun, with a large covered patio besides the pool, and two even larger sunbathing areas. The fences were well sealed up so we felt fine letting our small dog wander around on his own. The location of the house is very convenient for Palm Springs, with two large grocery stores very close by and downtown just a couple minutes way. Walking out the front door gives a great view of Mt San Jacinto, and the house was very easy to find driving into town (which was a great bonus, since we got in late at night). We barely even knew the neighbors existed, and the area felt very comfortable and relaxed. This was everything we were looking for in our vacation, and having this large house to stay in was much more convenient than getting hotel rooms. We hope to visit again soon!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Lounge and relax at the fabulous pool house

Guest: Lola Beck (Oceanside)
Date of Stay: 06/11/11 Review Submitted: 06/25/11

Staying at the pool house was a great experience. You walk in and instantly you feel an atmosphere of relaxation due to the decor. Each room has its own flair! Most importantly, the pool area is lovely; it allows for sunbathing or lounging under shaded areas. Another benefit, you can eat indoors or outdoors, for the house offers both options. This clean and stylish house truly offers an ideal getaway.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Beautiful Home!

Guest: Becky (Sonora, Ca - at the foot of the Sierra Nevadas)
Date of Stay: 05/12/11 Review Submitted: 06/02/11

No surprises here! The property was as lovely as it looks in the photos - and what an incredible backyard. An absolutely huge pool (big enough for laps), covered patio and landscaped areas. Oodles of privacy. This house is located in a beautiful and safe residential area, perfect for walks. I stayed in the middle bedroom and slept comfortably and peacefully the night through. There is a lot of space for one's belongings and I adored the rain shower head in my bathroom! The entire home has an updated, 1960's retro look. I particularly liked the polished floors! Check them out!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

I'm home!

Guest: Severity (San Mateo, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/28/11 Review Submitted: 05/01/11

I managed to feel so comfortable during my stay that I felt like I was home! The house was immaculately clean and offered all the comforts of being in your own home. The pool is awesome, and I fit in naps by the pool every day. While the home offers privacy and seclusion it is also close enough to shopping that it is convenient! All in all, everything was just as described in the listing! I can't wait to return to what I've been referring to as my home away from home.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.