Gated Estate 'San Jacinto Cottage' - Walk to Downtown

Palm Springs, California
$862 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

The City Of Palm Springs ID#2820
Come and enjoy the luxury and privacy of the Historic 'San Jacinto Cottage'. This beautifully restored 1937 California Monterey Ranch Home sits at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains and is walled and gated for complete privacy on 1/3 acre. The home is located in the historic Tennis Club area of Palm Springs and is very walkable just a few blocks from downtown. Enjoy the sparkling salt water pool and private grounds. The home has 4 bedrooms and 4 baths - so lots of room for everyone. Centrally located walking distance to terrific shops, eateries and Museums. The home was originally built by the Pershing Family - General John J. Pershing, and has long been an oasis of relaxation and solitude in the desert. Over the years it has been host to numerous celebrity guests and international events. It is rumored that Gen. George Patton would stay here when in the desert as well as Hollywood Celebrities.

The large estate has over 2700 square feet of living space and is surrounded by 1/3 of an acre of sprawling grounds. There are 4 large comfortable bedrooms each with own private bath. Two of the bedrooms are ensuite, one of which is over 500 sq. ft. The main living quarters include a large living room with a wall of glass sliding door and chef's kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances. The home has been designed for indoor / outdoor living with french doors that frame the incredible mountain and/or pool views from virtually every room. The home has been extensively and lovingly remodeled and outfitted with top elegant and comfortable furnishings with early California Monterey furniture and accessories. All of the beds are premium quality outfitted with 100% cotton linens for all of the bedrooms and baths. Period paintings and artwork grace the walls and rooms throughout. Vintage Library and period details create an environment typical of early California desert living.

The outdoor space includes a very large and private backyard with expansive 1937 estate size 'Salt-Water' pool. It also includes a chef's barbecue and wood burning fire pit. A perfect place to view the beautiful starry nights in the desert.... There's also plenty of room for entertaining or just relaxing by the pool and enjoying your own private views of the majestic mountains.

The House is completely private and and remote yet walking distance to Downtown Palm Springs Shops and Restaurants. It is also very close to the exclusive Ingleside Inn and Viceroy Hotel. Peace and quiet with style and quality. The perfect getaway...

**Please Note: If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway in the desert - this home is for you. The home is located in a very quiet and exclusive neighborhood with many full-time residents. Large parities or any disruption from music or over-occupancy are not tolerated. Please be considerate when reserving this property and when staying at the home. Palm Springs City Permit #2820

Pet Policy:
Pets considered: Up to 2 dogs less than 20lbs
Small pets on request and requires approval - pet fee required.

Pool Heating Option:
During colder months the pool can be heated on request and for an additional fee. Please enquire about rates.

Keywords: Private, Estate, Charming, Historic, Refurbished, Monterey, Ranch, Romantic, View, Large, Mountain Views, Writer's Retreat, California Romantica, Stylish, Walled and Gated, Historic Tennis Club

Read More Expand
  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2700 Sq Ft (251 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Julia K.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Highly recommend this beautiful estate/house. I felt like I was in Martha Stewart's home. My family was so happy. I slept so well and didn't hear a sound. Owner was so helpful with any questions I had. Close to town and incredible setting. Everything we could want. Highly recommend. Going back next year for sure.

  • Richard R.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2026

    Stayed Mar 21, 2026

    Lovely quiet home with lots of character. Great location and proximity to town.

  • kristan D.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2026

    Stayed Mar 18, 2026

    The house is absolutely charming and comfortable and the host, Steve, was delightful and very helpful. The neighborhood is also charming and the house is perfectly situated to walk everywhere. I wouldn't hesitate to book again or highly recommend. If I had to think of one thing to complain about, it would be the lack of screens on the windows. But, not a big deal. Overall it is a magical place!

  • Andrew L.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2026

    Stayed Mar 24, 2026

    Pool was amazing, our family loved the home, tons of space to spread out. Very peaceful neighborhood. Stargazing at night was awesome. We hope to return someday.

  • Cindy R.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2026

    Stayed Mar 8, 2026

    Everything was well done! good size comfortable bedrooms, well appointed and stocked kitchen, beautiful pool and groundsThe local and views were outstanding ..... Palm Springs is a great destination and surprising funThanks Paul

  • Stacey A.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2026

    Stayed Mar 12, 2026

    This home was excellent, close to downtown, perfect for walking, and had everything we needed for our stay. The pool was lovely and gorgeous day and night.

  • Rose H.

    Submitted Mar 3, 2026

    Stayed Feb 26, 2026

    The house was very comfortable for our family of 6 adults. The kitchen is very well stocked. Fabulous pool. Responsive host. All around great stay.

  • Tammie B.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2026

    Stayed Feb 18, 2026

    Great welcoming home in desirable location.

  • Sarah C.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2026

    Stayed Feb 11, 2026

    Highly recommend this property. The backyard and pool are amazing with bbq and firepit. Pool heat was well worth the cost, even with Feb temps the pool was perfect for swimming. The backyard is very thoughtfully set up with seating areas that allow you to have sun or shade any time of the day. The location is also great. We did not have a car and that was not an issue. We walked to both downtown and hiking trails (Tahquitz Canyon and North Lykken) easily. The house had plenty of space for our family of five (3 teenagers). The kitchen was well equipped and we ate at home a couple of the nights. We would stay again. I would not recommend for families with small children as there are many accesses to the yard / pool. They all lock but if you have one child capable of unlocking them and others that cannot be unattended at the pool, it could be a stressful stay.

  • carol f.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2026

    Stayed Feb 1, 2026

    The location near downtown PS is awesome, the scenery/view from the backyard is spectacular and the pool is perfect! We had a fantastic week!

  • Janie M.

    Submitted Jan 15, 2026

    Stayed Jan 8, 2026

    This home is located in the a highly desired area of Palm Springs, walking distance to so many attractions! It is in a lovely neighborhood so no frat parties here which is ok with this renter. Loved all the amenities in the kitchen and throughout the home. I honestly did not want to leave. We enjoyed looking at all the books, art and special touches throughout the house. Canceled dinner reservations out so we could eat in one night just to enjoy this beautiful home. We all agreed we'd be back!

  • Elizabeth H. D.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 20, 2025

    The host was very welcoming and helpful. The house was a great location and generally what I expected. The one negative is the master bathroom--glass shower door scrapes the tile, one of the towel racks is coming off the wall, the toilet kept running, paint peeling in the drawers, and light out in one of the closets. For the price, the bathroom should have been better. All else great and Steve was very resposive.

  • Mary Emily F.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    The space was absolutely perfect for what we needed. We enjoyed the many bedrooms and bathrooms, and the pool was wonderful. Loved the location, close enough to town to be convenient, but still somehow tranquil.

  • Margaret B.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    The house is cozy, the pool is exquisite. Lovely neighborhood. Walking distance to downtown. The owners were attentive. Recommend this house.

  • Roger D.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    This house is in the best location in Palm Springs...a quiet neighborhood and just steps away from downtown Palm Springs. The house is large...two large master room size bedrooms are on opposite sides of the building. The third bedroom is smallish with two single beds. The fourth bedroom is very small with a double bed and is right next to the back door and the washer/dryer...this room felt cramped. The pool is magnificent. It's large and deep...the type they don't install anymore. The pool was my favorite thing about this house...I would stay here just for the pool! There is a large backyard with grass, patio furniture and a BBQ. Overall, we had a great time.

  • Wanda D.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    The home is very warm and welcoming some rentals are clean but sterile this home seems like someone loved this house and decorated it with items that meant something to them. The pool is large the air conditioners work excellently we were all impressed and did not want to leave. Beautiful neighborhood.

  • Camile F.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    The San Jacinto Cottage is an absolutely stunning property! The backyard is exquisite with a gorgeous pool that we spent the entire day and evening in. The house is well stocked and the beautifully curated interior decor makes the home feel so comfortable and welcoming. The bedrooms are beautiful and the beds are comfortable. A friends reunion brought our group together and we absolutely loved our stay here and would come back again! The owner Steve is so responsive and was delightful. He provided recommendations for places of interest and overall provided such a phenomenal experience. The location can’t be beat as it’s walkable to downtown Palm Springs and close to all the shops.

  • Carol H.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    This older home has a lot of character in a nice neighborhood. The pool is large However, when we arrived, there was trash outside and the bathrooms

  • Julia W.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    this is our 9th year at the house and we couldnt love it more. Steve is always an incredible host!

  • Darren K.

    Submitted May 31, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Great stay. Excellent communication and accurate listing. Super quiet and felt secluded just a few minutes walk from downtown. Would stay here again.

  • Michelle M.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    We celebrated my 50th birthday in Palm Springs and this house was perfect for us. We all had our space and the pool was amazing as well as the location. Highly recommend!

  • Anna M.

    Submitted May 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 21, 2025

    The location of this gorgeous home is perfect. Just a couple streets from downtown. Just far enough that you are surrounded by gorgeous residential homes and yet only a few minutes from the main strip.The pool is amazing, it's so big and pretty! Remember to ask the host for heating if wanted. It is an extra cost and is turned on remotely. We were there in April so needed the pool heating. Perhaps in the hotter months it's unnecessary. I like to be able to get up out of bed and walk straight in to the pool. The pool is a lovely private setting with surrounding lawn, large enough to do yoga, my kids played catch, it's a decent size surround. So peaceful and relaxing and private. The birds chirping in the morning really made my stay.Cleanliness was mostly good, the ensuite bathroom shower could have been better. On any matters that I needed to message or call the host about, like the heating, he was very responsive and helpful immediately.I would stay here again in a heartbeat. I love the house, it has many gorgeous old style palm springs touches and it was exactly what I needed. Thank you!

  • Phil E.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 7, 2025

    We enjoyed cooking and going out. We swam and played in the pool. We golfed and goofed around.

  • Nancy H.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    We so enjoyed our visit in this beautiful home and it’s so close to downtown Palm Springs. We were able to walk to many restaurants and activities. The house is so uniquely decorated, the backyard is very private with a wonderful pool, and a view of the mountains through the palm trees. The kitchen is very well equipped, and the eight of us had plenty of room in the living areas and in the bedrooms.Thank you Steve for a great stay and for being so responsive!

  • Brenda R.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    We loved the property and layout of the house. The only complaint was that many of the outlets did not work.It would have been nice if you mentioned that there are many floating devices in the garage. We wouldn’t have brought our own.We had a very enjoyable stay.

  • Lori H.

    Submitted Apr 22, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    This was truly a wonderful

  • Mary C.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    We had an amazing stay at this beautiful historic house in Palm Springs! The location couldn’t be better—just steps from the main strip, making it easy to explore shops, restaurants, and everything the area has to offer. The house itself is so cozy and full of charming historical details, while still having all the modern comforts we needed.The outdoor space is a highlight—the pool is lovely, and the mountain views are absolutely stunning. It was the perfect spot to relax and soak up the desert sun. The hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful, making sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.The house fit our group perfectly, with plenty of space for everyone. If you're looking for a charming, well-located home with great amenities and wonderful hosts, this is it. We’d absolutely stay here again!

  • Sue T.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 11, 2025

    This has an incredible early California vibe we were immediately transported to the good old days of the 60’s country club lifestyle of Palm Springs. Updated kitchen made meals a pleasure! The antiques were fascinating and the spaces very private! We gathered in the living room and under the poolside porch as it was raining a lot . Walked to town and the Raquet Club to Spencer’s for lunch! We will definitely return! Our Host and the property care takers went above and beyond accommodating our check out times! Thank you for a great 70th birthday stay!

  • diane K.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    This house was perfect for 4 friends celebrating 60 years of friendship. With 4 bedrooms and 4 baths we each had our own space. The kitchen is beautiful and extremely well equipped. The decor is amazing, with wonderful artifacts on every surface. It is just minutes from downtown but very private. Steve was a wonderful host, responding quickly to our queries. He arranged for us to be able to check in early which was really appreciated.

  • Richard G.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2025

    Stayed Jan 15, 2025

    Our family evacuated from the Los Angeles fires and needed some time away to relax. The San Jacinto cottage was absolutely awesome for our two-week stay. It is a beautiful home. With our child and dog, it was perfect. The property is all fenced in. A true oasis. The home is very spacious and decorated with love. Extremely spacious with every amenity you could imagine... barbecue, washer dryer, etc. It did not feel like a rental but more like our home. There is a spacious grass area in the front and a huge backyard with a massive pool, two orange trees and a magnificent view of the mountains. Both my wife and I worked during the day and there was so much room that we could have lots of privacy while others enjoyed their vacation. It is located in the Historic Tennis Club area of Palm Springs. The neighborhood is beautiful and so are the neighbors, many of whom we met on our walks. The owner was incredibly kind and responsive from the moment that we booked the house. This was followed by an email with every detail of the house with step-by-step instructions on how to use everything. We were even sent a list of restaurants and activities, many of which we took advantage of and the advice was spot on. We cannot wait to return!

  • Jeff W.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 21, 2024

    This is a beautiful property in a prime location. You can walk to everything downtown. It’s a hour from Joshua Tree National Park. Would definitely stay here again.

  • David N.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2024

    Stayed Nov 26, 2024

    Great location. Very convenient to downtown. Walking distance to restaurants and shopping

  • Meg R.

    Submitted Nov 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 22, 2024

    Loved our trip to Palm Springs! Will be back!

Your dates are Available!

Total

Includes taxes and fees
$940+
View details