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Villa Carmelita - The Sonny & Cher House

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a hot tub

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Nestled in The Mesa neighborhood, Villa Carmelita is a glamorous Palm Springs villa with strong ties to Old Hollywood. Unwind in the private courtyard with a large pool surrounded by chaise lounges, alfresco dining, and an outdoor living area featuring a fireplace and daybed. Enjoy spa treatments or play ping pong for some friendly competition.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

Villa Carmelita - The Sonny & Cher House

City ID #1256/Primary Renter must be at least 25 years of age
Welcome to Villa Carmelita.
Glamorous Palm Springs Villa with strong ties to Old Hollywood. Once owned by Sonny & Cher. Very private walled and gated estate in The Mesa neighborhood - a quiet residential hideaway nestled along the base of the San Jacinto mountains. This is not a house that is set up for children. Each bedroom (except the primary) enters & exits to either the pool or to the front of the house. The bedrooms are not connected. This is why we do not allow children. Gorgeous center courtyard with a large pool (optional pool heating can be purchased for $70/night), alfresco dining, and a living area with a fireplace and a daybed. Spa. Outdoor shower. Built-in BBQ grill. Ping Pong Table. Up to 2 dogs under 50lbs are allowed for a $100 (plus city TOT Tax) pet fee per dog.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The Primary Guest must be at least 25 years old at the time of arrival. No more than 5 cars at or near the property. No outdoor music or amplified so

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Max 2 dogs under 50lb. Pet fee is $100/per dog, p

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
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
Property Registration Number 001256

Property is also known as

310186

About the neighborhood

Map
Palm Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Indian Canyons Golf Resort - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Boomers! Palm Springs - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tahquitz Canyon - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Canyon Country Club North Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 24 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elmer’s Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Koffi - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Caliente Tropics Resort Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bar Cecil - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Carmelita - The Sonny & Cher House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Carmelita - The Sonny & Cher House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Carmelita - The Sonny & Cher House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Carmelita - The Sonny & Cher House located?

Located in The Mesa, this family-friendly Palm Springs vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains, Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium, and Indian Canyons Golf Resort. Boomers! Palm Springs and Murray Canyon Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Villa Carmelita - The Sonny & Cher House Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was super easy. We had absolutely everything we could possibly need for a relaxing, restful stay. The pool area is a whole vibe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

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

Such a beautiful place!

We LOVED our stay at this amazing house. It was even more lovely in person and had everything we needed for a long weekend away. The beds were so comfortable, the location was peaceful, and everywhere you looked there was a beautiful view. The owl in the trees hooting away at night was the icing on the cake. Would 100% recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

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

Loved the Sonny and Cher House

We loved this house! Whole house was wonderful! The pool area provided an additional living area that made our stay fabulous!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil & Christine H.

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

Great Family Getaway

This was perfect for our family retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Perfect stay

I stayed here with a group of friends for my 40th birthday. It was perfect. The pool was everything we hoped. The property is situated right next to the mountains, offering stunning views. Although it feels calm and secluded, it is still conveniently close to everything in town. We loved it and would happily go back again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

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

**Amazing Palm Springs Must Stay**

Everything about this property was absolutely without a doubt the most amazing Palm Springs stay. Location is everywhere you want to be. House feels like you have your own private resort. Every detail is perfect from the history to the huge outdoor spaces to the fully stocked home. What makes an amazing place even better? Phenomenal hosts. They were very attentive, supportive and responsive through the whole rental process. Modernize Home Services and Jeremy get a 10/10 rating on top of the 10/10 rating for the estate. Highly recommend all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great House

Property was great, close to town and pool was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Family getaway

We had our BEST VRBO experience ever with our adult kids and their spouses. It was perfect as each couple had their own room with a separate entrance. The kitchen was FULLY stocked with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

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

Great Family Get-away

The house worked well for our 3 generation get-together. The common space provided a comfortable gathering place. The kitchen was well-stocked and there was room for us all to eat together. The dispersed bedrooms offered some privacy when the crowd was too much. And the pool! My seven year old granddaughter said it was the BEST place she had ever stayed and when were we going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Great friends stay

We had a great stay! The host was very attentive. Would go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

40th birthday weekend

We had a great stay at the house. It is beautiful, the pool area particularly is pretty and helped set the mood. The property management is nice, communicates well, and was quick to respond when there was a little hiccup with the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerry O.

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

Golf trip

Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Great Group Weekend

We loved our weekend on Carmelita. Great hosts and super responsive. Perfect for pool hangs, Al fresco dining, and enough privacy for everyone .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

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

Amazing place

We booked this for a friend who had an incredible time and Jeremy made the whole process easy. thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel B.

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

Amazing house

The house was so nice we ended up never leaving.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin H.

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

Even Lovelier than the Pictures!

This place is incredible. So lovely and well maintained. I loved that the location was super convenient to town (by car), <1mi to a great hiking trail and felt very private.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C., Overland Park, KS

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

AMAZING Girls Trip!

I highly recommend this house for any occasion, but it was amazing celebrating 50-year bdays with our girlfriends! Close to everything, fully stocked, responsive and gracious management team and beautiful views inside and out!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Oasis to relax in.

Property was exactly as advertised, with beautiful pool and garden spaces, well outfitted for an enjoyable vacation. The house a perfect setup for an extended group, with separate bed/baths and private entrances inside a private compound. Would love to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna F.

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

Thanksgiving With Family

We loved our stay at the Sonny and Cher house. It is perfect for a group who want to spend time together and also have your own space to chill. The kitchen was well-equipped and had everything we needed to prepare our Thanksgiving dinner. The heated pool was great, the neighborhood is fabulous! There is a fun selection of games and puzzles, it's the perfect home to hang out with family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

40th Girls Trip

The house was perfect! Plenty to do in the area with restaurants and hiking. We did not need to venture far and preferred staying close to home because it was so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Relaxation at its best!

We loved the house, layout, and location. Very peaceful and quiet area but beat it all. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope O.

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

50th Birthday Celebration

Our experience started with meeting our amazing host, who gave us a wonderful tour of the house. The house is so fantastic! We had the best time celebrating my sister’s 50th birthday. We highly recommend this incredible property! We can’t wait to come back for a visit!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Sonny and Cher House is awesome

Everything about the experience was fantastic. Great vibe in this special house. Pool and hot tub were awesome. Perfect for friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

rosemary m., Boston

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

Heavenly

The property was actually nicer than in the photos and description. Fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois R., Atlanta GA

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

Palm Springs gem!!!!

This house is stunning! It’s on a secluded street and private. Beautiful grounds, gorgeous courtyard pool and fabulous interior. The house has all of the amenities you could want, super clean and beautifully decorated. The hot tub is an added treat! - large and comfortable We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024