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The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown

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Fire pit area
Charming main entrance, covered in bougainvillea, and steps away from downtown...
2nd master in main home.
When it's time to watch the game or a movie - enjoy the comfy leather couches...
The 1st master suite - a great sitting area, walk-in shower, jet tub, & vanity.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 12362.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Palm Springs, CA
  • Place, Desert Regional Medical Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Convention Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Art Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown

The Citrus House is named for its many fragrant citrus trees, whose blossoms flood the grounds with their sweet scents during the spectacular spring months. There is a magical wonder about the house that one has to simply bask in to believe. Once owned by Darryl Zanuck, founder of 20th Century Fox, the Citrus House is a peaceful and comfortable oasis just steps from the wonderful downtown shopping and delicious restaurants. A word of warning though...it can be a tough property to leave :)

The comfortably charming main house features two large master bedroom suites. Through a short hallway off the beautifully appointed kitchen, the cozy bunk room (sleeps 4) includes a full bathroom, as well as it's own HD television. The Citrus House also offers 3 guest casitas, each with their own entrance - and each with a full bathroom, HD television, and tastefully designed furnishings. The three casitas are part of a separate structure which also features a view deck, where one can take in the majestic beauty of Mt. San Jacinto and the surrounding peaks.

The Citrus House includes a gourmet, state-of-the-art kitchen, ideal for entertaining and perfect for large gatherings. The large swimming pool and private jacuzzi are surrounded by comfortable designer outdoor furnishings. A large, covered, custom built wooden dining table provides an ideal setting for outdoor meals. Additional amenities include a traditional Bocci Ball court with nighttime lighting, an old steel cauldron outdoor fire pit circled by comfortable padded seating, a covered outdoor fireplace, a brand new outdoor pizza oven, a BBQ grill, 7 beach cruiser bikes, and 1 tandem bike. 1/1

Come, relax, and enjoy the sweetness of the Citrus House!



City ID # 002497

*Please note there is a camera in use on the exterior gate to the property for security purposes.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We have a strict maximum guest count of 12. If this is abused or ignored, we will cancel the rental without any refunds and the guest will be fined.
No pets under any circumstances. We charge a $750 fine if violated. We cannot stress this enough, as we have a serious dog allergy.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palm Springs

Located in Uptown Design District, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. Forever Marilyn and Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Palm Canyon and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Check out an event or a game at Agua Caliente Casino, and consider making time for Palm Springs Convention Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Desert Regional Medical Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Agua Caliente Casino - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 15 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lola Rose Grand Mezze - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Quinta Brewing Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Tropicale - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪John's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown on 26 Apr 2026 start from AU$2,422, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Citrus House Lush 1930s Spanish Estate in the Movie Colony Walk to Downtown located?

Located in Uptown Design District, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ruth Hardy Park and Palm Springs Convention Center. San Jacinto Mountains and Desert Regional Medical Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is superb, within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants in downtown Palm Springs.
view from the upper deck
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an all around amazing stay! The host was incredible, the home is always a total delight (my fifth stay at this home), and the location continues to be stellar! Looking forward to my next stay at the Citrus House!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host and the housekeeper were very welcoming and the communications were easy. We got in much later than expected and the housekeeper waited for us to arrive. The house is lovely and comfortable. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom. We did a lot of cooking and tthe kitchen has every piece of equipment you could possibly need. Great location. Beautiful yard and house.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time staying at The Citrus House . The weather was perfect. The house and grounds were immaculate, and being able to pluck a fresh grapefruit from the tree , and enjoy the juice running down my chin was decadent . All of the beds were super soft, cozy, the kitchen was outfitted with everything needed, the pool and hot tub were so welcome . We danced on the rooftop patio to Abba
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T T.

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

Lovely, peaceful, property.

Great place to enjoy the yard with family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David S.

Would stay again

Good location, nice amenities, clean. Needs new BBQ.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
David, Thank you for staying with us and also for the review! We have replaced the BBQ with a viking BBQ as someone staying had broke one of the knobs off. Come see us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanna D.

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

Great house in PS

The Citrus House was absolutely beautiful and great for our group. Nice space, beautiful yard and pool/hot tub and fresh juice every day!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Thanksgiving at Citrus House

My crowd of family and friends loved the Citrus house. The grounds were beautiful and the house wam and comfortable. And it s location could not have been better.It was perfect for our Thanksgiving gathering We would highly recommend it to all.Thank you to the owners and the manager for a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Citrus House

We absolutely loved the Citrus House for our group of 6 women. A bedroom and private bathroom for each of us, spacious well-equipped kitchen, and gorgeous grounds! Excellent location walking since to all downtown attractions, and very responsive hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue Ray R.

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

Annual Girls Trip

Amazing property - as others have said, the pictures do not do it justice! From the fruit trees to the casitas and multiple outdoor sitting areas we didn’t want to leave. Very walkable to restaurants and used the many bikes to tour neighborhoods. Absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

India J. O.

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

Birthday Weekend

Had a wonderful birthday weekend here with girlfriends. We loved the property. Beautiful decor, well stocked kitchen, fabulous pool and hot tub, comfy beds, and perfect location. Such a treat!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassia N.

A little slice of Heaven

This is such an amazing place to stay. Inside the gates it truly is a little slice of Heaven. Everything is done so well, inside and out. We had a bday party for my brother's 60th and it was the perfect place. Would highly recommend the Citrus House!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2020
Thank you for your kind review! We loved having your family stay with us and hope you come back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Friend reunion

We absolutely loved the property! Everything you could think of you may need for entertaining was in the kitchen. Beds comfortable fire pit enjoyable lots of fresh fruit to pick off of the trees So close to everything, we walked everywhere No complaints
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constance C.

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

Quick Trip

We took a quick trip to Palm Springs for 4 nights in February. Weather wasn't great but sun came out so that we could enjoy the pool. Three of the bedrooms/baths are in a separate building which worked great for our group and people who wanted more privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Golf Getaway

Great spot for up to 6 adults. Clean, many outside areas to gather. Fire pit, hot tub, pool, bocci court and patio dining. Kitchen is fully stocked with all necessary supplies. Right of main street downtown Palm Springs. Many restaurants and bars nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

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

Mom's 90th Birthday Celebration

The Citrus House was the perfect house for my Mom's 90 Birthday celebration. The house is stunning and the grounds are beyond stunning. It's in a great location, so there is a little road noise, but you can barely notice while enjoying the oasis of the front yard and pool. We thoroughly enjoyed the pool, jacuzzi, and bocce ball court. The beds are very comfortable and the house has everything you could think of. The property manager, Silvia, was amazing, I'd give her 6 stars. if possible. She was very helpful, responsive and did everything to make our stay the best possible. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Annual Trip to the Citrus House!

We love staying at this beautiful property. It is a gorgeous home with well appointed rooms and a full stocked kitchen. It really is like staying at your own private resort; beautiful grounds, citrus trees, the large private pool, hot tub, bikes, bocce ball court, fire pit, outdoor pizza oven. Plenty of room to spread out and close to downtown. Owners and house manager are great with communication. Booking soon for next year. Thanks again for an amazing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Perfect Oasis

This was the perfect spot for our group of 9 women on our annual girls weekend trip (new city every year). The property was as described (no surprises). The location was excellent! Close and convenient to everything. The pool and jacuzzi were inviting. More than enough space to hang out and have fun but also have some private time if need be. I would highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nano

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

Reunion

This is a beautiful and charming property in the old and historic part of PS. The environs are like a secluded spa with beautiful flowers, trees, pool, sitting and lounging areas outside. The bedrooms are spacious. Kitchen and dining areas inside and out are perfect. The only downside is the house is on a very busy corner. Traffic noise is loud. It didn’t spoil it for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pamela M.

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

Extended Weekend

The Citrus House was fabulous, perfect for an extended weekend for our family of 6. Conveniently located to some of the best shops and restaurants in the desert. We enjoyed the beautiful tiled pool and comfortable lounge chairs, bocce ball, we biked, played tennis nearby, hiked to waterfalls, enjoyed outdoor meals in the garden and all watched MBA playoffs in the comfortable living room. The house was clean and comfortable, and so well equipped. The fresh citrus everyday was a real treat. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Incredible yard!

Pictures online can’t accurately depict the beauty of the outdoor area of this home. It is stunning and we enjoyed as much time outdoors as possible. Despite temps in the 100’s, there are many covered areas that stayed cool and the pool is lovely. Hot tub wonderful as well. Property owner was incredibly responsive to questions or needs while we were there. The home is lovely as well-each bedroom has everything the guest would need and the kitchen is perfectly equipped. Our group of 6 friends could not have been happier. Proximity to downtown is a few minutes but still a quiet neighborhood. Beautiful park within a quarter mile that we all enjoyed as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie M.

Gorgeous Property and Well Stocked

The house and grounds were very well maintained and well stocked. The furnishing and design details were beautifully curated. The owner and housekeeper were very responsive. It would be fantastic for an event or party. The Movie Colony location of this home made walking to town to eat and shop easy. Nevertheless, due to location there is loud and distracting road noise in the house's 2 main bedrooms. Additionally, members of our group who used the queen bedrooms in the separate building complained of mildew smell.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Bonnie, Thank you for your kind and honest review. We value the feedback as we are keen on making the experience the best it can be. We really enjoyed having you as a guest. We would love to have you back. I apologize about the mildew smell, in the casita room as we had it closed up for a few weeks during our annual maintenance and it can do that with the rain. We are happy to report we are getting new windows in 2019 in the main house to help make it more quiet for guests. Come back and see us! Owner
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Teri E.

Magic!

From the minute you enter the gate, everything about Citrus House is absolutely magic! There were 13 of us ranging from 6 to 55 and we all loved it! It's a perfect gathering place for friends and family. Plenty of space and activities, and the house and grounds "absorb people" beautifully - even with a large group. And it's so well appointed! Not only gorgeous, but we found everything we could want or need, even with a lot of cooking. (No one wanted to go out for meals. It was too wonderful to even think about leaving even though it really is close to everything!) And the management company could not have been more helpful or accommodating through every step of the process. Bottom line - we all want to go back as soon as possible. As one who has rented a lot of beautiful homes, this is truly at the top of the list!
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Teri, Thank you so much. We can't wait to see you back. Iris
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Unique slice of paradise

Agree with other reviewers. Pictures don’t do this property justice. It’s a really unique, one of a kind property. The outdoor space is lush and resort like with lots of comfortable seating thoughtfully placed with lighting and activities. Perfect for many uses - families, bachelorette parties, couples, retreats. House is centrally located within walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. The inside is comfortably furnished and feels warm and welcoming with lots of charm and unique design features. The only thing to note is if you are staying during the high summer temps the house is old and not very energy efficient. The AC units in the casitas could use updating. Main house bedrooms didn’t get very cold except for the bunk room which had a modern split. The property ran warmer than expected but the outdoor space is so amazing, it 100% makes up for it. I would definitely stay again during a cooler month. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

nadeem a.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice house but issues

Very nice property with three casitas. It's located on a Main Street so you get a lot of street noise while outside in the pool. House was not very clean upon arrival and had issues with the air conditioning all weekend not cooling the house down. Making it very difficult to cook meals inside since it would be unbearable. Was charged extra fees from management for cleaning out a fire pit and " extra cleaning fees" when the house it self wasn't clean ie (bugs and dust in rooms)on arrival and no instructions to not use a Fire pit to burn wood at night. Don't think it was worth the money for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2022
Hi Nadeem, We are sorry that you had a less than optimal experience at the Citrus House. However, complaining about an odd bug or dusty surface in a questionable review is not the proper way to vent frustration for having to pay a small fee for the damage that your party caused. Despite being instructed on the AC in the house, you managed to turn on the heat instead, and then complained about it. Despite being instructed at check in not to burn anything in the outdoor gas fire pit, you managed to burn lots of things in it, causing damage that took hours of labor and hundreds of dollars in material costs to repair. Despite knowing this is our home, you decided to treat it like yours instead. Not surprisingly, you repeatedly asked for discounted rates before the rental even started, and then after the rental, you left the place a mess, and avoided phone calls and messages attempting to resolve the issues that you also seemed to be avoiding. We always strive to make very every single stay the best stay possible and we wish it could have been better for you.

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We both have a passion for design and property. Palm Springs gave us an opportunity to take a property with a lot of great history and bring back some of its magic.

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