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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

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La Quinta, CA
  • Old Town La Quinta
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • La Quinta Resort Mountain Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • PGA West Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Book NOW!! Beautiful 1930's historic Spanish Villa with detached guest casita

LQ Lic 111796 Permitted 4bdrm/3ba

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A very unique and special property - this estate is one of a handful of original Spanish Haciendas built in La Quinta during the 1930's.

Upon arrival, guests will be treated to a gated bricked courtyard, and charming plastered villa. Soothing sounds of rustling palm fronds and leaves emanate from towering, majestic palms and bountiful citrus trees, which lushly shade and perfume the grounds, providing immediate respite against the hot desert sun. The estate is walled and gated, making it a safe play haven for pets and children.

The residence boasts a colorful legacy of guests and private events and even served as the host location for the La Quinta Arts Foundation Home Tour. Beautifully maintained and cared for - this property exudes charm and artisan flavor throughout.

The property features a main house and a separate private casita. Within the main house, are two bedrooms with private baths. One bedroom is outfitted with a queen bed and two twin beds, allowing sleeping accommodations for 4, the other bedroom has a queen sized bed for two. The main house also has well appointed kitchen with breakfast bar and dining alcove, not to mention a full sized dining room should one desire a more formal eating arrangement.

The casita has a private bedroom with a queen bed, and a main living area with a queen pull out sofa. The casita has it's own full bath and kitchen. The property allows multi-generational families or couples enjoying a vacation together, to have the rare luxury of preparing meals communally, or cooking privately, keeping harmony with individual preferences and schedules.

Visitors will be equally as pleased with the beautiful pool, complete with Jacuzzi and swim up beach and colorful mosaic tabletop. The surrounding patio provides for many sunbathing options, and also gives those who prefer some shade, the ability to laze the day away in a comfortable hammock, hung amidst the mature orange trees that border the pool area. A grill master's dream awaits in a large outdoor palapa by the pool. The full outdoor kitchen boasts a gas grill, sink, bar counter with seating for six, as well as a huge covered dining area that will easily accommodate your group. Next to the stage is a large gas fire pit, made for roasting marshmallows under the starlight, or for delighting guests with warm ambient firelight while keeping any chill at bay. The lush lawn and tropical flower beds throughout the property lend a tropical oasis feeling in contrast to the surrounding bright, sunny desert.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from San Jacinto Mountains. Features include a water park and a hot tub. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • 8 minutes by car from Empire Polo Club and 9 minutes from Indian Wells Tennis Garden
This vacation home offers its guests a water park and a hot tub. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Property manager

Todd Larsen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $100 (per pet). 2 pet maximum allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times near pool

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 111796

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Book NOW!! Beautiful 1930's historic Spanish Villa with detached guest casita Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special home
Wonderful eclectic home with vintage art, decor, and lovely tiles. The spacious and beautiful outdoor area brought us joy. Orange trees and pretty flowers. We loved walking to dinner in Old Town La Quinta each evening.Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location Great House
We love this house! It's very comfortable, well-equipped and laid out great for a large group. The check-in is very easy. Only issues with the house were the backyard grill may need some maintenance for all burners to operate and the hot tub heater didn't work when we arrived and it took some time to figure that out. But when we got in touch with Todd, he promptly arranged for his pool person to come onsite and fix it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl T., chattanooga, tennessee, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in La Quinta Cove
We have rented this house multiple times. It is perfectly maintained, has charm well beyond the sterile Vrbo houses often offered in this area. The backyard is walled and very private with a casita and a well maintained pool, spa and outdoor covered dining area. Todd, the owner, is very responsive and friendly. Oh, and you can walk to Arnold Palmer's restaurant, Lavender Restaurant ( about 1 block ) and Old Town La Quinta. Golf Courses are all close ( 5 minutes to PGA West )
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moya O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thermal stay!
Great 2 week stay. Well stocked, amazing yard! Thank you for being a wonderful host Todd.Joann
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L., Coronado

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat
This property was better than we expected. So much character, outdoor area and yard was fantastic, all the amenities, it had plenty of everything we needed, excellent location (we walked downtown a few times, it was minutes away), it provided a perfect setting for our extended family to spend a few days together. Clean, easy, everything worked, everything well maintained, quiet atmosphere, mountain views were stunning. Our family would like to make it annual get-together at THIS property; loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Beautiful, large yard! Well equipped kitchen. Spacious bedrooms. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Faboo!!!
I was so happy when I saw this property! We all loved its character and style! I have a hacienda in the cove and I truly appreciated this gem!! Would book it again in a heartbeat!! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip D.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Enjoyable Stay
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had 4 couples and a dog and there was more than enough room for all. The pool and back yard are excellent as is the location. We will definitely be keeping this property in mind for the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
Loved the home and the pool area was fantastic. Perfect amount of space for our family and we just loved how they thought of everything!! Plenty of supplies, towels, pans, etc. Never felt like we had to go out and get anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison S., manhattan beach

Liked: Cleanliness
This home is a gem!
My husband two adult children and mother loved our stay. This Spanish home is decorated perfectly with gorgeous traditional tiles throughout. We stayed out in the Casita and it was perfect. The lot is spectacular adored with fruit trees, BBQ, fire pit and plenty of grass for the dogs to enjoy. The pool was obviously the best! The beds were extremely comfortable, the AC was amazing. We ate every meal at the house and the kitchen had everything we needed. We would love to go back and stay longer!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true gem
This is an amazing casita and property. Everything -- from the conversation pit, to the pool and palapa bar and fire pit, to all of the incredible decorative details -- make this a special place. If you're interested in the history of La Quinta you'll particularly enjoy this historic property. Even more, Todd was very communicative and helpful throughout the process and made sure that everything was just right. A great experience here - we'd come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shana D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
The entire family enjoyed their stay. Everything is fully stocked. You have everything you need and nothing you don’t.. We are looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini-resort
This house is on a lot triple the size of other lots in the neighborhood. The side yard is is accented by a lush green lawn, grapefruit trees, tangerine trees, and a relaxing hammock. It flows into the backyard with the beautiful pool and jacuzzi. The interior is artfully decorated; the pictures do not do it justice. Plenty of spaces inside and out provide nice areas to relax and enjoy the desert sunshine and serenity. The outdoor fireplace is a great way to wrap up a pleasant day at this personal resort getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor B.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great house
The house was very well decorated in a Spanish style. I was so comfortable. An AMAZING yard as well
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

LYNN M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A
We loved the house, eclectic colorful and fun. A beautiful home that was quite comfortable and cozy. The garden was gorgeous and the pool a delight. We would definitely love to come again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic Villa Retreat
This home is wonderful and oh so comfortable. The 1930’s villa has a sumptuous ambiance both inside and out. The furnishings and décor are so tasteful, comfortable, skillful, artistic, appropriate, and often, humorous. Everywhere you look is something to appreciate. The home is equipped in a generous way and so well maintained. The kitchen is loaded with everything anyone could want. The linens and bedding are sumptuous. Every room has a nice TV. Wi-Fi is perfect. The house, casita, and pool made for a perfect family stay with lots of space…. grandparents in the casita; two adults and two kids, in the main house. I cannot overstate how special this property is. It is so much more than a place to stay. It is an experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home!
We came down for our daughter’s wedding, and the whole family stayed in your home. It was just perfect for all of us, and the casita worked out great for the new bride and groom. The property is lovely and the home is as beautiful as shown in the photos. Lots of space for everyone and really homey feeling.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old charm, great yard, great location!!!
We loved our stay here. This house is quirky, comfortable, and in a great location. It is on a large lot, so we had so much room for our dogs (by the way, thank you to the owner for accepting them!). The pool was perfect, as was the hot tub (heats up hot in only 30 minutes!). Just so you know, the house is old. It is not your modern, spiffy white, ultra clean property, but I mean that in a good way. It's an older home. But that's the charm of it. Pros and Cons: It's walking distance to Old Town LQ, lots of restaurants and coffee shops. Fritz Burns Park is just one block away. Very fun! My opinion is you definitely want to stay in La Quinta vs. Palm Springs/Indio/etc. The separate casita is adorable! The yard has orange/grapefruit trees (so fun to pluck some every morning for breakfast!). The kitchen is small and dark, so not a chef's dream. But we ate out a lot so we were fine. The TV room off the kitchen is small, with a tiny old sofa, but we made due. The bedrooms were very comfortable and very quiet! There were two small dogs in the property behind the house. Many days they yapped for hours. Then we would not hear them for 2-3 days. I am very sensitive to barking but was fine and learned to ignore it. The owner Todd was very communicative! Took care of our needs very quickly. There is a sunken living room upon entry so just be careful with small children or elderly. Loved the quirky artwork and decor! All in all, we loved our time here. Would stay again a heartbeat!!
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family meet cute place
Our 2nd family get together in the middle so no one has to travel far. House, yard, pool all seclude and fun for activities. Lots of room, kitchen outfitted very well, and beds and baths are comfortable and easy to fit the group. Todd Larsen is a super host and always helpful. Our family is hooked🙃
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

brooke w.

Liked: Cleanliness
family getaway
We never left the house! Pool and grounds were perfect for our family (including our dog) and the house had all the amenities. The pool exceeded our expectations with a perfect sun shelf for our little one. Would definitely book again- thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly delightful
Spotted this listing last year for a family trip, but booked elsewhere. This year I looked for this location specifically and it did NOT disappoint. Check in was simple. Thank goodness, air was already on (as it was a hot summer day) The pics don’t do the house justice. You walk in to that incredible conversation pit room with dining room to your left and bedrooms to your right. The house is decorated in a perfect, eclectic style which is engaging and adds an elevated feeling to your stay. Cozy and comfortable, but not precious or sterile. Kitchen is beyond amazing: unique and charming. You want to spend weeks serving breakfast, lingering over lunch and making drinks in that unique space. You’ll find great cookware and perfect glassware and dish ware. Beds are comfy and bedrooms well-appointed. The house has a lived-in feel that a historic property should have. There’s a feeling of many people having had a wonderful time right where you are. Host and former guests have left little surprises - toiletries, trash bags, pool toys. The out of doors is also the coolest… the pool is beautiful and special - it feels engineered? Not a box-standard design! It’s SHADED! The side yard is huge. The hammock is a DREAM (we were fighting over it). The trees, the flowers? All so well-tended. We played games, watched tv, swam - and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Todd was super helpful and responsive. Will book again (and again)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely House and Yard - GREAT communication
The owner was so responsive to my questions both before and during our stay. I highly recommend this property! Our group of four adults and one dog had a great time at the house. We used both the main house and the casita. The beds were comfortable, and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. The large and shady side yard for the dog to play in was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Everett h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Transcultural Excellence
We had a great time. A unique early California property. Loved cooking melas and celebrating in the dining room. The backyard pool, jacuzzi and bar areas were enjoyed by all. Thanks again for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryl T., chattanooga, tennessee, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Place
We have rented this place multiple times and are never disappointed.. wonderful property with pool, hot tub, guest house and fruit trees. We can walk to Arnold Palmers restaurant close by or anywhere in Old Town. Todd is very responsive to any question or issue. We have already rented it for next year! Daryl
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023