My Favorite Palm Springs Vacation Home Rentals

This resource will help you find the best Palm Springs Vacation Home Rentals for your desert weekend getaway.

Renting a vacation home in Palm Springs, CA is one of my favorite things to do and while it sounds overwhelming, it totally isn’t.

Whether you want to sneak away for some fun in the sun with a group of friends or escape with your family, your dream house awaits!

Plan your next Palm Springs getaway with my tips for renting the perfect home!

This post is not sponsored however the 4th-night stay was waived for my family since we couldn’t meet their standard requirement.

Who to use for your Palm Springs Vacation Home Rentals

There are several ways to rent a vacation home in Palm Springs, CA but I have a favorite.

Since we’ve been spending so much time at home listening to the news, I have a whole new level of appreciation for cleanliness and attention to details.

While we had to skip our spring break trip this year due to the state of the world, we knew that we could always head to Palm Springs for a fun (and safe) weekend.

While my hubby and I spent a recent weekend at a super romantic hotel in Palm Springs, we knew that for our family trip we wanted to stay in a vacation rental home.

Airbnb was super hot for a while. But it’s never been my favorite way to rent home, especially in the desert.

While most vacation rental in the Coachella Valley are done by the owners, I prefer to use Acme House Co.

Why use Acme House Co.

I’ve been dreaming of a Palm Springs vacation for months. And even before leisure travel was allowed, Acme House Co. was sending out emails with their updated cleaning and safety procedures.

Instantly I knew I would use them to rent a vacation home. We’ve stayed in one of their properties before when we had a quick winter vacation. And they were great then.

But I could tell they were on top of the state of things, currently.

Here are a few more reasons I love Acme House Co.

Awesome customer service

From the easy to use website to the reservation staff, everyone is super friendly and helpful.

Since we traveled with another family, we needed a large property. It was easy to work with them to find the best home for our specific dates.

And when I needed to request a late checkout at the last minute thanks to a surprise distance learning math test, they were super accommodating.

Cool mid-century modern homes

Just browsing their website shows you that they manage some of the coolest mid-century modern style homes in the desert.

While most have been updated, the homes are all super stylish and feel just how you want a Palm Springs vacation house rental to feel.

With cool furnishings and modern amenities, these vacation rentals are perfect for families and groups looking to getaway.

Well maintained homes

It can be really hard to choose a home from photos on the internet. I trust that Acme House Co. is showing exactly what you’ll get.

Mid-century modern vibes are awesome but can sometimes look old. The homes I have stayed in, that are Acme House rentals are super clean and well maintained.

Comprehensive guide book

If you’ve seen the Netflix show “Stay Here” you may have noticed that each vacation rental home provides a guide book for guests.

Acme House Co. has always done this. The guide book shows you how to utilize every feature of the home you are staying in including fire pits, pool heaters, etc.

It also includes local information about restaurants, bars, activities and more. It’s super helpful!

The guide book also included updated information on the cleaning updates they’ve made as well as safety information to ensure that our stay was as safe as possible.

Acme House Co. was also featured on an episode of “Stay Here” where a couple wanted to rent out a Palm Springs home but weren’t sure how to manage it. Because they are legit experts.

Acme House Co. was also featured on an episode of “Stay Here” where a couple wanted to rent out a Palm Springs home but weren’t sure how to manage it. Because they are legit experts.

Well stocked homes

When you stay at an Acme House Co. vacation rental in Palm Springs, it really is like you are in your own private hotel.

The homes are well stocked with serving pieces that are perfect for indoor or outdoor dining.

The home we were in had two high speed blenders, 2 types of coffee makers and everything else we needed to make our stay as enjoyable as possible.

You get the quiet and relaxation of staying in your own home but with the special touches you want.

If only they could add room service. But Postmates is a super easy option too.

The house had pool towels and some kitchen items to get started like the coffee station. (Or you can check out the best coffee in Palm Springs).

Due to the state of the world, a few essentials have been removed to ensure cleanliness for all guests.

Pools to lounge in

I’m just guessing, but I think most of their properties have pools.

The desert weather can be punishing. But spending a day lounging in the pool makes for the perfect vactation weekend.

Many also have hot tubs that are perfect for enjoying on the warm evenings.

The home we stayed in had a few pool floats that were probably leftover from a pervious guest so that was super fun.

Hospitality App

Once your confirmed your reservation you are guided to download an app that helps you prepare for and then during your stay.

It gives you the address, maps, important information and also easy ways to reach someone should you need to during your trip.

Along with the app you are sent emails with important information including gate and door codes (keeping things contact free).

You can find important phone numbers and even read all the check out information so you’re ready for departure.

Special Touches

When we arrived at the house in the late afternoon and the house was ready and waiting for us.

The air conditioners were on and cooling things down. The lights were on and inviting and the cable music was playing on the TV when we arrived.

It was so welcoming and it was the perfect way to kick off the weekend.

Along with the special touches provided by Acme House Co., many of the homes in their portfolio have really cool features.

The Milben House, the home we stayed in had a fire pit, lime tree and a free standing Casita with half bath which was perfect for the 3 boys to share.

Many of the properties feature Instagram-worthy moments which are great for sharing on social media.

Why a vacation rental home is better than a hotel

Palm Springs and the surrounding areas do have some amazing hotel properties. But renting a vacation home is something you need to try!

Staying in a home means that you are not coming into contact with as many people as you would at a hotel.

You can bring your own food and drinks in, or order from a food delivery service.

A pool shared with 7 other people is greater than sharing it with 100 other people.

It’s a more relaxed atmosphere, it’s quieter, it’s cleaner.

You can find many vacation rentals that are just as well designed and you get to enjoy every part of it.

And no masks required.

While we didn’t do this on this trip, using a private chef to make a meal while you’re in a vacation home IS ONE OF THE BEST THINGS I’VE EVER DONE FOR MY FAMILY.

You can read all about why a private chef is an amazing experience.

How to keep costs down

Acme House Co. prices look to be a little bit higher than if you rent through another company.

But in my opinion, it’s worth it. You are paying for an extra layer of care taken before and during your stay.

Since the houses are large, you can always share the rental with another family. This is what we did.

We assessed the risks of sharing and it was a great way to enjoy a resort like atmosphere but split the costs.

Acme House Co. Also has a 4 night minimum which may not work for everyone. Because of virtual schooling, we were able to stay for 3 nights only, with the other family leaving after 2 nights.

Planning a girl’s trip is even a better way to share costs. A girl’s trip is never a bad idea.

But they also have condos and smaller properties that are more affordable.

Milben House was awesome

Due to the size of our group, we needed to find a rental home that could comfortably sleep 8 people.

The Milben House was perfect.

The main house had 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths along with a small galley style kitchen, a dining room and living area.

The separate Casita had 2 double beds and a half bath and was only steps away from the front door (mama bear likes to keep her cubs close).

The grounds were really amazing and let us all spread out and not feel like we were on top of each other.

There was a car port on one side of the house that wrapped around back and included a grassy area, an outdoor dining table, a BBQ and the fir pit.

Continuing around the back was the spa, pool, plenty of lounge chairs, umbrellas and some outdoor furniture.

There were tons of little seating areas so that the kids and adults felt like we had our own space but could easily hang out in a large group too.

The size was awesome for our group of 8 (including 3 teenagers and 1 preteen).

The only thing that is a bummer about renting a vacation house in Palm Springs is that there is a strict noise ordinance.

You are not allowed to have any music playing outdoors. I like my pool time with a side of classic rock but it’s not possible in Palm Springs.

I blame idiots who decided to use Airbnb but instead of just enjoying a nice little vacation decided to throw weddings with amplified music in the middle of a nice quiet neighborhood.

I think this is also why choosing a well-designed home is essential. The vibes are strictly induced by the design since there is no music to set the mood.

Palm Springs is one of my favorite destinations for a quick weekend getaway. And using a vacation rental is the ultimate in relaxing in style!

More posts featuring Palm Springs

Some of my Palm Springs posts haven’t been updated in a while (or since 2020 happened). Keep that in mind when reading and check with each location before visiting.

• Family Vacation to Omni Rancho Las Palmas
• Mother-Daughter Weekend Trip to Palm Springs
• Best Restaurants in Palm Springs
• Best Hotels in Palm Springs

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