Title: The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town Holiday home in Palm Springs with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town ![Private kitchen - The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town (Palm Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108030000/108023500/108023438/8c252941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town (Palm Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108030000/108023500/108023438/05db8231.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town (Palm Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108030000/108023500/108023438/1f509827.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town (Palm Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108030000/108023500/108023438/3c030d72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town (Palm Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108030000/108023500/108023438/fc1e29da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Penguin Cottage, a 1937 Spanish-style haven, offers a warm welcome with its vibrant hues and decadent details. Nestled in the desirable Warm Sands neighborhood of Palm Springs, this charming house boasts four beautiful bespoke bedrooms, three with French doors leading to expansive front yards featuring a sapphire-tiled pool and BBQ. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town Nestled in Palm Springs, this lovely house features 4 adorable queen beds, 2 bathrooms with a bathtub and shower, and essential amenities like heating, WiFi, and AC. A perfect spot for guests looking for a comfortable and relaxing stay. A great place to call homebase while you're away, we hope you enjoy your stay. The desirable Warm Sands neighborhood is ideally situated just minutes from Downtown Palm Springs, the city’s best dining, shopping, hikes, and even the airport. The Penguin Cottage offers a dreamy mix of old Hollywood Glamour and contemporary comfort. Book your stay in this true Palm Springs oasis today! This special place is close to everything, making it easy to plan your visit. This 1937 Spanish-style stunner has been completely refreshed to blend vintage glam with modern amenities. Once featured in The New York Post as “The Most Colorful House in America,” its current owners honor that legacy with vibrant hues, decadent details, and wallpaper throughout. It’s easy to envision Cary Grant sipping a cocktail in one of the property's many stylish spaces. The sumptuous living room is anchored by a grand fireplace adorned with bronze tile and intricate wood detailing, vaulted ceilings, comfortable lounge areas and a bar. The house boasts four beautiful bespoke bedrooms, each with a flair of their own, three with French doors. One of the elegant bathrooms has a separate shower room and dual shower heads, the other a grand oversized clawfoot tub. Brand new designer kitchen with enviable appliances connects to a dining room with more French doors that open to the completely private and expansive front yard. That’s where you’ll find the stunning sapphire-tiled pool and breathtaking views of the world famous San Jacinto Mountains, huge shaded lounge pods, BBQ, and a dreamy grass-roof palapa over a long table for year-round al fresco dining. Or grab a good book and head to the private backyard draped in jasmine for respite beneath the orange tree. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### 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) ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114590000/114586300/114586249/d052c171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mtn Views & Outdoor Oasis: Palm Springs Getaway Vista Norte - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=114586249&PinnedHotelID=114586249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103150000/103145000/103144915/47149596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palm Springs Hillside Oasis - Unwind in Style: Hillside Oasis with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Little Tuscany - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=103144915&PinnedHotelID=103144915&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94810000/94801600/94801553/5e4bc1d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private, Mid Century in Movie Colony East w/Resort Backyard CID #4939 Movie Colony East - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=94801553&PinnedHotelID=94801553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105350000/105343600/105343519/a25c1d94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Desert Bloom Retreat - Upscale Mid-Mod Home! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 3829 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Warm Sands, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, this holiday home is in the mountains. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Desert Willow Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon. Check out an event or a game at Agua Caliente Casino, and consider making time for Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, a top attraction not to be missed. 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Note: in German we call these Schwiegermutterstühle - mother in law's chairs. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180676/ca632361-3058-49cd-8974-a24a25513da3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palm Springs Convention Center 5 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Agua Caliente Casino 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Tahquitz Canyon 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Palm Springs Station 20 min drive - Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) 9 min drive ### Restaurants - Tool Shed 8 min walk - Dick’s on Arenas 14 min walk - Streetbar 14 min walk - Hunters 13 min walk - Jack in the Box 10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town pet-friendly? ### Where is The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Penguin Cottage: Sapphire Pool- Walk to town Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley S. 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect home and location. Great little oasis in Palm Springs. Gorgeous design and fully stocked. Super clean with amazing management. ##### Ashley S. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James H. 2 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Palm Springs A beautiful house with a private pool ,short walk to everything, very quiet area. ##### James H. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa T. 7 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Palm Springs We had a group of parents and teenagers in town for an athletic competition - and this place made our stay extraordinary!!! It was such a unique experience. The house was comfortable and decorated so well. We all enjoyed the indoor and outdoor space! Beautiful and comfortable!!! ##### Vanessa T. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Merril H. 6 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was an absolute perfect stay! CLEAN! LOVELY! We will definitely be back!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d9e1a286-baef-4e77-83b9-f199f81d0480-1762465864034.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Merril H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine C. 15 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection! We absolutely adored our stay here. It was beautiful, funky, cozy, and a close Wally o town. The pool was perfection!!! Highly recommend. ##### Christine C. 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