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Thanks for the Memory - Historic Estate Once Home to Bob & Dolores Hope!

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Aerial pool views
Relax and unwind around the firepit
Dive into the sparkling water
Luxurious desert escape
Palm Springs living at its finest

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10273.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Palm Springs Convention Center
  • Place, Palm Springs Art Museum
  • Place, Palm Springs Air Museum
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

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1 King Bed

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1 King Bed

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1 King Bed

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1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

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About this property

Thanks for the Memory - Historic Estate Once Home to Bob & Dolores Hope!

P.S. City ID #003796 | Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age to rent (Proof of age required)

Step into Palm Springs history at Thanks for the Memory, a 1935 California Ranch estate once home to Bob and Dolores Hope. Located on two private city lots in Movie Colony East, this walled and gated five-bedroom property combines Old Hollywood glamour with modern resort-style amenities. With one of the largest private pools in Palm Springs, multiple outdoor living areas, a spa, pavilion, casita, and pool house, this iconic retreat is designed for families, groups, and anyone seeking a one-of-a-kind desert getaway. Beds: K,K,K,K,Q

OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES
The estate opens with breathtaking mountain views and a 45-foot resort-style pool surrounded by chaise lounges, alfresco dining, and a fire pit lounge. The rear yard features a private spa, a covered outdoor living pavilion, a second dining area for ten or more, and a built-in BBQ. Guests can enjoy yard games including shuffleboard, croquet, foosball, darts, and lawn games, all shaded by towering palms and citrus trees. Whether you’re sunning by the pool, dining under the pavilion, or gathering around the fire pit at sunset, the outdoor spaces deliver the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment.

** The pool will be heated upon request with an additional service fee. Please let us know if you'd like to heat the pool so we can ensure it is heated before your arrival. If you home has a spa or hot tub, heating the spa is included with your rental at no extra cost **

** Please Note: 1. This fee is not included in the quoted price on some booking platforms. 2. Pool heating may be added in minimum of 3 day blocks per request **

INDOOR LIVING SPACES
Inside, the estate has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its historic charm. Hollywood Regency art, midcentury furnishings, custom wallpaper, and nods to the Hope family create a vibrant backdrop for your stay. The free-flowing floor plan features high ceilings, walls of glass, and travertine marble floors that keep the interiors light and airy.

Guests can pour a martini at the original mirrored bar where Bob once entertained Hollywood legends, then relax in the spacious living areas designed for conversation, cocktails, and connection. With multiple lounge spaces, colorful décor, and plenty of photo-worthy details, the interiors are as Instagrammable as they are comfortable.

** The term "Pets Allowed” or “Pets Accepted" at an ACME House Company vacation rental means that we welcome dogs only. No other pets are allowed. **

SLEEPING QUARTERS
The main house features three suites, each with its own personality. The Bob Hope Suite — Bob’s original bedroom — includes a king bed, mirrored walls, a flatscreen TV, ensuite marble bath with double vanity, and walk-in closet with his original tie rack and shoe shelf. The Dolores Suite features a king bed, walk-in closet, private half bath, and fabulous wallpaper. The Atomic Room offers a queen bed, starburst wallpaper, and a connected bath.

The detached Casita provides a private entrance, king bed, ensuite bath, desk, and a tropical Old Hollywood vibe. The Pink Lemonade Pool House, located at the front of the property, includes a king bed, ensuite bath with restored vintage tile, and private entrance. An additional cabana bath with shower is conveniently located off the pool area.

With three suites in the main house, plus a casita and a pool house, this estate offers both privacy and flexibility — ideal for large groups or multi-generational getaways.

THE LOCATION
Movie Colony East is one of Palm Springs’ most prestigious neighborhoods, celebrated for its architecture, history, and walkability. Guests are just a quarter mile from Palm Canyon Drive and the Uptown Design District, with its restaurants, coffee houses, art galleries, and boutiques. Ruth Hardy Park is within walking distance, while the Convention Center, casino, museums, and live entertainment venues are only minutes away. This location strikes the perfect balance between quiet seclusion and easy access to the best of Palm Springs.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Palm Springs

Movie Colony East, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, is home to this holiday home. El Paseo Collection and Palm Springs Mall Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Palm Canyon and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Las Palmas and Boomers! Palm Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Agua Caliente Casino - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Palm Springs Air Museum - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 12 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪John's Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Thanks for the Memory - Historic Estate Once Home to Bob & Dolores Hope! have a pool?

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

Is Thanks for the Memory - Historic Estate Once Home to Bob & Dolores Hope! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Thanks for the Memory - Historic Estate Once Home to Bob & Dolores Hope!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thanks for the Memory - Historic Estate Once Home to Bob & Dolores Hope!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thanks for the Memory - Historic Estate Once Home to Bob & Dolores Hope! located?

This family-friendly Palm Springs holiday home is located in Movie Colony East, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ruth Hardy Park and Palm Springs Convention Center. El Paseo Collection and Heritage Palms Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Hosted by Acme House Company

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