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SPECTACULAR 1/2 ACRE GATED ESTATE IN THE HISTORIC MOVIE COLONY!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 104500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

SPECTACULAR 1/2 ACRE GATED ESTATE IN THE HISTORIC MOVIE COLONY!

The City of Palm Springs ID #4543

TOT Permit #9302

An incredibly beautiful half acre gated compound situated in the Movie Colony Area of Palm Springs, California with spectacular mountain views. Incredible interior design and resort like landscaping, pool and hot tub by renowned designer, Barclay Butera. A waterfall spills from rock grotto to pool at this modern take on a hacienda in Palm Springs. Loungers surround the pool and hot tub, and stools wait at a bar-height fire pit and dining area. Glossy tile, star-shaped lights, and beamed ceilings have a traditional charm, but playful details like leopard print and metallic accents make interiors by Barclay Butera feel fresh and It’s minutes from downtown. Staying at this Villa is truly an experience you will treasure and never forget.

Property manager

Barclay Butera

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 4543

About the area

Map
Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Agua Caliente Casino - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Palm Springs Air Museum - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 17 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cascade Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Billy Reed's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does SPECTACULAR 1/2 ACRE GATED ESTATE IN THE HISTORIC MOVIE COLONY! have a pool?

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

Is SPECTACULAR 1/2 ACRE GATED ESTATE IN THE HISTORIC MOVIE COLONY! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at SPECTACULAR 1/2 ACRE GATED ESTATE IN THE HISTORIC MOVIE COLONY!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPECTACULAR 1/2 ACRE GATED ESTATE IN THE HISTORIC MOVIE COLONY!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SPECTACULAR 1/2 ACRE GATED ESTATE IN THE HISTORIC MOVIE COLONY! located?

Located in Movie Colony East, this villa is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ruth Hardy Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Palm Springs Convention Center. El Paseo Collection and Desert Regional Medical Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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SPECTACULAR 1/2 ACRE GATED ESTATE IN THE HISTORIC MOVIE COLONY! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Vacation

Wonderful four night stay lots of character very cosy property we didn’t want for anything other than a bit more sunshine.Would thoroughly recommend five star property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

First Class Accommodation

This is a fantastic property. It is located in a great neighborhood. But once you are here, it is hard to leave. The place to is a decorators dream come true. The pool and hot tub are excellent. Beds and bathrooms are very comfortable and spacious. Expensive, but worth it in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Wow!

Barclay's place was AMAZING. Superb attention to detail, comfy furniture, super comfy beds, fabulous linens, pillows, and towels. Well-stocked kitchen, with plenty of dishes, wine glasses (thank you), and high quality pots and pans, serving dishes, knives, etc. Property was pristine and gorgeous. Pool and hot tub also clean and great temp. David and Barclay were super attentive! Oh and great location too. Everyone in our family loved the place and everything about it. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan I., New Albany, Ohio

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

A terrific property

We had a great stay. There was a minor hiccup at the beginning that the responsive property manager, David, handled adroitly. This is a rare instance where the photos (which are great by themselves) don't fully capture how comfortable and gracious the house is. I like to read, and there were 5 or 6 places where I could settle in and read comfortably and with more than adequate lighting. And the outdoor pool area is just wonderful. We hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel C.

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

Amazing Dessert Oasis

Spent Christmas poolside at this Oasis. Family joined us for a few nights, and everyone had their own ensuites which are spread out perfect for extended family. The house had a fabulous layout and comfortable bedding. Loved the fireplaces and designer furnishings. The property manager was super friendly and accommodating and even offered to buy us a Christmas tree. The kitchen had high end appliances, but I struggled with the basic inventory of tools and serving dishes. (I had to go out a buy several things on Christmas Eve). This property has impeccable views and manicured landscape, the side yard was filled with mature citrus trees with succulent oranges and lemons. Overall, this is an amazing one-of-a-kind property, and we can't to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

james B.

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

Prettiest Home on the Planet

Excellent says it all.... Absolutely stunning home and the furnishing are gorgeous... swimming pool is better than the pool at The Playboy Mansion .....the only thing better is the great property manager and fantastic owner....
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

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

Fun in the PS sun

Amazing time from the minute we stepped through the door. Great location to town and a very quiet sanctuary.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H., Idaho

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

Wonderful!

In person, the home and grounds are even lovelier than the pictures! The layout is perfect for couples, as each bedroom has an en-suite bath and personal patios. David, the property manager provided us with exceptional service; great communication; and accommodated our every need. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

sylvette s.

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

Wonderful Property

We had an amazing time at Villa Butera. The grounds and the house are lovely, everything is well appointed. The beds and linens are super comfortable. You cannot go wrong with any of the rooms. We did have a few issues that were dealt with promptly. The 2 pieces of constructive feedback that I have about the property is that because it is so well appointed we did have to do a lot of juggling of moving things around to accommodate all of our items in the kitchen and common areas. The pool is lovely and has a wonderful waterfall feature. Unfortunately, that feature is only on for a couple of hours between 3:30 and 5:30. All of us wished that it could be on during the day when we were actually using the pool. Other than that, all of the guests had a great time and enjoyed the amenities of Villa Butera.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Claire M., San Francisco

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

Great outdoor space

Had a great stay here. Kenny the property manager was helpful and responsive. Overall, fantastic spot to sit by the pool and be outside. The property alarm beeps constantly, one thing to note. Can make you crazy with a house full of people coming and going! Ask how to disable that feature when checking in.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S., Los Angeles

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

Gorgeous, gorgeous home!

True luxury and just a beautiful property. Kenny was efficient as he was informative and very helpful with every detail. We couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to stay in Palm Springs. We hope to be back very soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

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

Out of a magazine

The house was exactly as advertised. Every room looked like it came out of decorating magazine. The only negative was the hot tub was a little bit of a challenge to get into too based upon its design. That being said the pool and spa area was beautiful as were the outdoor surroundings..
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C., Boulder, CO

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

Fairytale Oasis Fit for Royalty

I don't think I even have enough space to write all the glowing reviews I have for Villa Butera. I've been coming to Palm Springs since I was a child- staying in condos, boutique hotels, personal homes and nice Vrbo rental properties. Clearly, I didn't understand what a Palm Springs vacation could be... because once setting foot on the grounds of Villa Butera, I could never imagine wanting to stay ANYWHERE else. This pool is exquisite. While it looks stunning in the photos, they still somehow don't capture how meticulously it's designed. The shape and dimensions, the caliber of the concrete and stonework, the serenity of the waterfall, the perfect placement of the hot tub, along with ideal, lush landscaping that allows for the exact right amount of shade and direct sunlight... all of those elements make this *the* most remarkable residential swimming pool. We spent a majority of our time outdoors; lounging in the plush and cheery furniture, eating outside on the back patio table with heat lamps, or drinking coffee in our master bedroom adjacent rocking chairs on the private patio. That being said- for the time we did spend indoors we were ensconced in luxurious, fun, tasteful furnishings, sumptuous beds & textiles, and a perfectly appointed kitchen. Also, something that wasn't really discussed in the Vrbo description but ended up being a HUGE and surprising highlight for us; one of the most compelling, erudite and beautifully curated coffee book collections we've ever encountered. We all spent our evenings discovering new photographers, artists, and designers and drinking in all of the collections' eye candy. It was a real aesthetic treat. Kenny was the consummate host and property manager- his communications leading up to our visit were always prompt, helpful, and comprehensive. Upon our arrival Kenny greeted us and provided a lovely Welcome Basket from 'On The Mark', Palm Springs' gourmet market. It was such a thoughtful gesture and the items were delicious; just what was needed to start happy hour! Kenny's sense of humor and dry wit really came through in person, and we felt like his welcome tour of the home was an added amenity- not just business as usual. He also provided excellent recommendations for a local concierge service who helped make arrangements for us prior to our arrival. His recommendation was a lovely, professional, and incredibly accommodating person, who enhanced the overall trip. I'd give 50 stars, if I could.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

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

Desert perfection

Thank you for a brilliant stay at the villa butera. Everything was perfect We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arlene S.

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

BEAUTIFUL

This house is beautiful!! The whole property is amazing! Felt very safe and comfortable here. Beautifully decorated and cozy. Will definitely stay here again!:)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arrin H., Los Alamitos, California

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

Perfect Relaxation Vacation

The place is exactly like the pictures! The pool is AMAZING! We literally spent the entire weekend in the pool only time we came out was to eat, we got a chef to come and chef said the kitchen was top notch! This place does not disappoint you won’t regret staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John F., Santa Monica, US

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

Heaven in Palm Springs

I cannot say enough about this house! The pictures do not do it justice. Kenny, the property manager, is great and always available for any question. Although just a couple of miles away from the house, it is amazingly quiet and private. My partner and I are looking forward to coming back. As a matter of fact, I have already booked the dates! I think that says it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

Amazing Rental

This property was exquisite and perfectly manicured. As an interior designer myself, I was very impressed with the overall design and beauty of the home. The check in process was straight forward and Kenny greeted my parents to explain the property rules and provided a thoughtful gift basket. The beds were extremely comfortable and the sheets were so nice I ended up purchasing them when I got home! The property is very private and quiet and each room is large. Highly recommend for a family gathering. Lastly, the property is in a great location and short drive to downtown. We had an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Palm Springs Paradise & Charm

The property was just ad advertised. It had more than you could ask for. Our favorite part was the mature landscape. There were so many places to escape and relax. We were there for 3 days and only ate out once because we never wanted to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

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

Stunning Desert Estate

This home is nothing short of spectacular! It far exceeded our expectations. The pictures are only a small glimpse of what this home has to offer. The artwork, the books, the decorating are over the top perfection. The indoor space is immaculate, and the outdoor space is simply heavenly! We spent our entire girls' weekend at the house and in the pool. We only left for evening dinners. It was close to local amenities and Kenny was spot on for all recommendations for dinner. We will be returning guests!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie S., Winnetka, IL

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

Perfection!

This home , its decor and the outdoor space are exceptional. Butera's brand is high-end design but he does it with high comfort as well. We spent a lot of time at the property, combining a little vacation with Zoom-work. We opened the doors of every room, enjoyed that indoor-outdoor living that is so great about Palm Springs. We had friends join us for a lot of our two weeks at the property. The layout is terrific for guests. There is a lot of great outdoor and indoor seating. We cooked at home quite a bit, the kitchen is very well appointed. The tech (TV's and wifi) are all working and easy to use, thanks to a very attentive property manager. 100% sure we will try to come back, sort of reluctant to share the intel of this special home!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

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

Amazing!

This property is pristine and luxuriously appointed. Kenny, the manager, met us upon arrival. He walked us through the property, which was very helpful. We've rented several homes via VRBO and Villa Butera well-deserves five stars. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021