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Cuckoo's Nest In Movie Colony - Pool-Waterfall-Spa with views from the pool!

Escape to this luxurious haven for relaxation in style! Recharge by the sparkling pool or unwind on your own terms within this tranquil oasis.

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Interior
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Dishwasher, coffee/tea maker, paper towels, dining tables
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Cuckoo's Nest In Movie Colony - Pool-Waterfall-Spa with views from the pool!

1) Palm Springs City ID # 1048-4592 - Cuckoo's Nest
2) You must be at least 30 years of age to rent this property!
3) Your reservation will not be accepted or confirmed without providing a valid government issued photo ID and a signed
rental agreement within 36 hours of this reservation request to Jim@ModMansions.com; Owners of this property.
4) Exterior music of any level and/or amplified exterior sound is prohibited 24/7 by the City of Palm Springs Vacation Rental
Ordinance and your signed rental agreement, resulting in immediate house closure.
5) Pool heating is optional and additional fees apply. (See "heating" in price and availability)
6) Our homes are for overnight accommodation only. Strictly No Parties or Events permitted.
7) 3rd Party Vendors such as Chefs, Masseuses, etc., will need to provide liability insurance certification. Please advise
ModMansions.
8) Pet(s) on property. 2 dogs maximum. A non-refundable cost of $200 per dog, will be billed to guest.

THIS luxurious pool with a jacuzzi and waterfall estate is the ULTIMATE property in the heart of the Movie Colony Neighborhood. Located just a few blocks from the downtown center of Palm Springs, Ruth Hardy Park, five star restaurants, cafes, the famous Spa Casino and the historic O'Donnell Country Club are all within an easy walking distance.

Formerly owned by Dale Wassermann who wrote "One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest," this luxury estate is crazy good! If you’re looking for a large private property, luscious greenery, and luxuriously appointed, this private Movie Colony Neighborhood estate is for you.

Lavish layout includes living room, dining room, and step-down media room. There’s not only a large modern kitchen, but also a butler’s pantry, replete with a bar and 2 wine refrigerators.
Each of the 7 bedrooms are tastefully decorated. Full sets of fluffy bath towels and pool towels are provided leaving you with room in your suitcase for more poolside fashion. The stunning master bath shines with polished marble, his and her walk-in closet, dual sinks, fireplace and Jacuzzi tub.

The landscaped exterior with its jaw-dropping waterfall, pristine pool, jacuzzi and private sunning area make being out of doors a magnificent experience. A covered patio runs the length of the house providing shade and a breeze from 2 exterior-ceiling mounted fans. Features include Chaise lounges, conversation corners, and dining tables that collectively serve up to 20 guests. And, the separate Casita makes it easy to vacation together, yet provide “alone” time, too.

Nearby Ruth Hardy Park affords public tennis courts, basketball courts, children’s play area, shaded picnic areas and walking paths.

Our Starter Kit to you is designed to get you through your first day only, it may very well get you through 2 or 3 days as many of our guests will attest to, but our design is to get you through your first day before you may need to go to a grocery store.

Your Starter Kit:
Your kitchen is fully equipped with pots & pans etc., nearly every utensil you need to use to cook with and cleaning products to clean with.
However, there is only a starter kit in each respective bathroom & kitchen of the following supplies:
o Facial tissues
o Toilet paper
o Liquid Hand soap
o Vanity travel pack soap, shampoo & lotion
o Paper towels
o Dishwashing liquid
o Dishwasher tablets
o Trash bags
o Laundry soap
o Dryer sheets
o Towels, Pool Towels
o Chaise lounges with Umbrellas
o Pool Floats

Parking: All cars must be parked in one of 2 interior driveways and within the garage of the property. Street parking is prohibited.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
60 days prior to scheduled arrival date, you will receive a refund of any advance payments minus a $300 cancellation fee and any processing fees ModMansions incurs.
Between 0 and 59 days prior to scheduled arrival, no refunds will be granted.
No refund will be given for early departures.
However and provided the guest cancels reservation on the original booking platform and ModMansions is able to re-rent this property for the same rate and same dates, then ModMansions has the option and MAY refund the same amount.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact ModMansions at
760-209-4311 or email to Jim@modmansions.com

OPTIONAL:
❌The Pool is NOT heated.❌
❌The Jacuzzi is NOT heated.❌ (Should your property be listed as having a Jacuzzi)
However, please let reservations know if you would like to have the Pool/Jacuzzi heated.
Pool HEAT- Flat rate of $70 per night. Contact Laurie@ModMansions.com at least 2 days prior to arrival for this option.
Pool is heated from 5am-9pm, to between 80°–85°
If property is listed as having a Jacuzzi, then Jacuzzi & Pool HEAT combined OR separate has a flat rate of $70 per night.
The Jacuzzi when selected will heat to 102°.

Check in times
Check-in is 4 pm and check-out is 10 am.

Airports
Palm Springs International Airport

Policies & disclaimers
In order to keep our homes in beautiful condition, we have a few policies that ensure your next visit is just as wonderful as your first visit.

Age Requirement:
You must be 30+ years of age to reserve any home with ModMansions. Guest must provide a copy of a valid government issued photo id.

Rates:
Published rates are based on standard occupancy, do not include a combined 12.5% percent which includes a City of Palm Springs room tax and a TBID Tax Assessment.

Payment Schedule:
An Advance Deposit is due at the time of signing the contract with ModMansions. The balance is due 90 days prior to your arrival at the property. In complex long-term reservation, payment arrangements may be made by contacting us directly.

Utilities - (stays of 28+ days)
If staying in a home, with its own private pool, for 28 nights or more, the guest will be required to pay a utility deposit of $1,000.00 to $2,500.00 depending on the property. This deposit will be used to pay the actual monthly gas and electric bills and copies of the actual bills will be provided to the guest. Should the stay exceed 28 nights and utilities used exceed the utility deposit, the guest agrees to pay an additional deposit to cover the remaining stay. There is no markup by ModMansions on any utilities.

Cancellation Policy
60 days prior to scheduled arrival date, you will receive a full refund of any advance deposit(s) or pre-paid amounts less a $300 cancellation fee & any credit card or processing fees MM incurs.
Between 0 and 59 days prior to scheduled arrival, no refund is given. Should ModMansions re-rent the property for those specific dates, then ModMansions has the option of refunding the amount we were able to re-rent it for, up to the pre-paid amount, less a $300 cancellation fee & any credit card or processing fees incurred.

Special event weekends & holidays (Christmas/NY/Thanksgiving/Coachella, etc.) & long-term rentals (stays 28 nights +) no refund will be given. Should ModMansions re-rent the property for those specific dates, then ModMansions has the option of refunding the amount we were able to re-rent it for, up to the pre-paid amount, less a $300 cancellation fee & any credit card or processing fees incurred.
No refund given for early departures.

Smoking
All homes are non-smoking; Smoking inside the properties is a violation of your rental agreement and subject to immediate forfeiture of your deposit.

Additional Fees/Terms:
• 3-day minimum stay required. (4, 5, 6 nights required depending on High Season holiday dates and events. Ask ModMansions for details)
• Cleaning fee of $400 is added to all rentals
• Optional spa/pool heating has a fixed rate of $70 per night. Please let us know 24 hours in advance of your stay. (Not all properties have a Jacuzzi)
• City of Palm Springs Transient Occupancy Tax is 11.5%.
• TBID Assessment is 1.0%
• Please note the difference between High Season and Low Season Rates:
o High Season: November 1 – May 31 Low Season: June 1 – October 31
o Higher rates apply during special holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years´. Please contact us about the date you have in mind.
• Lost keys, gate openers or garage door openers are charged $125 per item.
• Check-in is 4 pm to 6pm and check out is before 10 am.

Palm Springs Municipal Code on Vacation Rentals and the Palm Springs Municipal Code Noise Level Limits:
• City of Palm Springs Vacation Rental Ordinance #1918
• City of Palm Springs permitted noise levels
• City of Palm Springs Good Neighbor Brochure
• Palm Springs residents are also provided with a complaint line 24/7 number to call: 760-322-8382 and the City of Palm Springs invites you and your guests to call and be informed.
• The City of Palm Springs prohibits exterior music and amplified sound 24/7. As per your ModMansions rental agreement, 8:00 pm is "Quiet Time". So, in order to ensure a most wonderful and enjoyable stay for you and your guests, please share and familiarize yourself with the above links and your rental agreement.

Internet & Smart TV’s
The National provider of Internet to your home is Spectrum.
Smart TV’s are App based only. You are responsible for your own Usernames & Passwords.
Suggestion: Bring along your Apple tv, Google tv, plug & play programing entertainment.
(Internet outages are rare but it goes without saying that ModMansions is not responsible for any outages due to, the actions of the national provider or adverse weather conditions etc.)

Swimming Pools: Our pools are exclusively for humans, NEVER for dogs. Should any evidence be found or observed that your doggie was in the pool accidently or otherwise then ALL the associated costs of completely emptying the pool, install new filters, adding all the associated chemicals etc. and the labor hours involved plus pet deposits will be billed immediately to the card on file.

Optional additional billable Pool & Garden services available to guests:
Our pools & gardens have fixed dicta

Property manager

Jim Murphy Owner

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 5005 sq ft (465 sq m)

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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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Under request

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
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 and a first aid kit
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 1048-4592

Property is also known as

2646346
2 minute Walk to Downtown! Shaded Patio Incredible Back Yard
2 Minute Walk to Downtown! Shaded Patio Incredible Back Yard!

About the neighborhood

Map
Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Agua Caliente Casino - 15 min walk
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 16 min walk
  • Las Palmas - 17 min walk
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 2 min drive
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 16 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cascade Lounge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Tropicale - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tac/Quila - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Palm Springs Koffi - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cuckoo's Nest In Movie Colony - Pool-Waterfall-Spa with views from the pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cuckoo's Nest In Movie Colony - Pool-Waterfall-Spa with views from the pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cuckoo's Nest In Movie Colony - Pool-Waterfall-Spa with views from the pool!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cuckoo's Nest In Movie Colony - Pool-Waterfall-Spa with views from the pool! located?

Located in Uptown Design District, this vacation 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.

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Cuckoo's Nest In Movie Colony - Pool-Waterfall-Spa with views from the pool! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly
Clean, roomy, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay clean house nicer than expected
Great stay plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Palm Springs Wild Girls
Eight of us 70 and older gals had a great time dining, dancing, gaming, and of course cocktails 🍸. David from Mod Mansions was incredible, and the home was everything we hoped for.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
This property was perfect for our family. The kitchen was great for multiple cooks and the pool and hot tub were a great gathering place. Close to a great coffee shop and restaurants. Nice park with a playground less than 2 blocks away. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location in Movie Colony !
This was a great space for our large group to enjoy downtown palm springs. Bedrooms were nicely spaced out and plenty of space and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location
The house is beautiful and in a great location. We had a big group and never felt cramped. The pool and outdoor space is especially awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding
This was the perfect home for our family visiting Palm Springs for my son’s wedding. The yard and pool were n more beautiful than pictures and we all had our own bedrooms . The kitchen had everything we could need and more !! David was a wonderful host and the check in was very easy . Located in a beautiful neighborhood within walking distance to downtown PS . Would definitely recommend !!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great multi-family house!
Lots of room for group gatherings and private retreats. Well stocked kitchen with pots, pans and utensils (and more spices/seasonings than in the description). Lovely pool and spa. Great location a few blocks from downtown Palm Springs. Who could ask for anything more? My family and I had a wonderful time! Thank you ModMansions!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna T., Ocean Park, WA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house!
We had a wonderful stay at this home. Plenty of space! Clean! Well stocked! Pool was absolutely fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location
Great location. Walking distance to everything. The communication was so great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Palm Springs Getaway
We absolutely loved staying here. The house was clean and well equipped. It was spacious with a dreamy backyard that included the most beautiful pool. The host was so kind and accommodating and quick to answer questions during our stay. The location is perfect and walking distance to everything in Palm Springs. Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot with Plenty of Room
Great spot for our group of 12 adults. Very roomy, everyone was comfortable. We all agreed that we would stay here again. We did have a plumbing issue on our last night but property manager Dave was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L., Vista, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house
This house is absolutely beautiful! There were 13 people in our party and we still had lots of rooms. Everyone in my family decided that they want to come back to the same house next year. The property management company was very nice and helpful, especially Laurie Scully, she was fantastic! Thank you, Ed & Joanne
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious House Close to Town
This was a girls trip and it was nice to have so much space and that we could walk to town easily. We heated the pool and it worked out as the weather was cooler than we had expected. The property manager was very nice and responded quickly. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this house!
This property was everything we could have hoped for! It was close to the airport, restaurants and shopping. David was so accommodating and helpful. The pool was perfect for the heat and our group had some great bonding moments just hanging out at the house both inside and on the deck. We would definitely recommend this place to families and friends! And don’t be I intimidated by the rules as Palm Springs is just strict with noise ordinances and such. Thank you David and family for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Bowl weekend
This was our 6th year for five couples in Palm Springs for Super Bowl weekend, and this is now our favorite property. The location is perfect—we took the short walk into town several times for shopping and dining. The house is spacious and well-equipped, super clean and comfortable. Did I mention our host David? He’s fantastic! Very friendly, helpful and engaging!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay!
The photos of this property don’t do it justice. We chose it for our annual family reunion. It’s a beautiful home and the yard and pool are absolutely lovely. We loved sitting on the back patio and enjoying the beautiful pool. The air conditioning was amazing. We were cool and comfortable for our entire stay. And David was so helpful with showing us around the house and explaining the features. We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Spencer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely incredible property
The pictures don't do this place justice, it's an absolute gem in the heart of Palm Springs. It's walking distance to anything you'd every need. David and the Modmansions team are absolute professionals in this business and this felt like a private hotel in the best of ways. This is a perfect place for a family and friend retreat in the sun and I would recommend this property to anyone asking. It feels both like a private retreat in the middle of nowhere and right in the middle of the action at the same time. Thank you David and the Modmansions team!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken B., Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Vacation
I rented this house for a week for a special family vacation. We were a group of 8 adults and 5 children. The house is brilliant in every way. The location is perfect and very secure.The indoor and outdoor living spaces are large, functional and well furnished. The bedrooms and bathrooms were excellent. The master suite is luxurious. The kitchen was very well equipped. The pool and spa were perfect. Our very friendly host, Dave, met us and showed us everything we needed to know. We couldn't have had a better place to gather. Thank you. 5 stars all the way.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B., Decatur, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best!
We are a group of 8; high school buddies who get together somewhere in the country, every year, for the past 24 years. This was the absolute BEST house we have ever rented. David was a fantastic host, met us upon arrival, showed us how everything works (nobody does this), and was available through text if we needed him (we did not). The house is completely stocked with anything you could possibly want/need. The rooms were unique and extremely comfortable. The showers were awesome. The pool and patio area can’t be beat. The noise ordinance deal was not an issue for our group. This place is beyond a 5-Star!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim C., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay in the Movie Colony
Place was big enough to easily accommodate our family of 10 plus a 1 year old. House had everything we needed for bbqing and cooking and extra fridge space for wine and beer. The area was quiet. The pool was great and well used, as was the ping pong table. Bedrooms were of good size and laid out well for our group of grandparents, adult children, teenagers and family with baby. We rented baby equipment from the recommended Desert Baby Rentals and their service was also great. The house is only about 15 minutes from the airport and is in easy walking distance to the Palm Springs “strip”, which everyone took advantage of. We would recommend this house for any large family or group who want to both enjoy the property and Palm Springs without having to do a lot off driving.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

gordon b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Gd house bad rules
Great house horrible rules - no outdoors after 8pm no outside music was not advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

mark C.

Not Recommended at all!
WE would not rent this house again as there were serious issues with suage backup as well as other issues that we felt were not dealth with properly from the owners. Beware!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Molly V.

Thanksgiving at One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: With 17 extended family and 6 children under the age of 6, this home was perfect. Every family had their own bedroom and the pool casita house was just right for a newborn and parents. Everyone loved the heated pool with rocks to climb and dive from and a wonderful hot tub. There was even a grassy area for tossing the football and for the dogs to run around. The furnishings and kitchen were up to date and very well appointed. We cooked a Thanksgiving meal with no problem in the kitchen and loved having two dishwashers! The property manager was extremely responsive to our requests. Liked having a playground and park only a block away. Would definitely return to this beautiful property!