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The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn

Palm Springs, California.

Exquisite accommodations for discriminating guests in a historic home restored to recreate the ambience of Palm Springs in the 1930s.

Bed and Breakfast Description

Einstein dreamt here.

Built in 1924, the Willows soon became the winter estate of Samuel Untermyer, famous New Yorker and the first attorney to make a million dollar fee for a single case. Striking architecture is enhanced by mahogany beams of the great hall, frescoed ceilings of the verandah and the mountain waterfall that spills into a pool just outside the stone-floored dining room. These unique features delighted many distinguished visitors. Marion Davies, life-long companion of William Randolf Hearst, made her home here. Clark Gable and Carole Lombard honeymooned here. Jimmy Walker, notorious Mayor of New York, hid out here. Shirley Temple played here. And, Albert Einstein really slept here as the guest of his friend, Samuel Untermyer.

The Willows has been meticulously restored to its former grandeur, refinement and elegance. Eight guest rooms feature antique furniture, sumptuous linens, luxurious private baths, hand-made tiles, stone fireplaces, hardwood floors, private garden patios, and mountain and garden vistas. Modern amenities include dataport telephones, cable television, VCR, CD players and individual room climate control. Guests will enjoy a full gourmet breakfast, evening wine and hors d'oeuvres, exquisite gardens, swimming pool and spa.

The nearby O' Donnell House is available as a conference site and special venue for corporate meetings, weddings and family gatherings. Unrivaled exclusivity in an historic setting affords the ultimate in privacy.

Area Attractions and Activities:

Palm Springs possesses some of the most famous golf courses in the country. Swimming, tennis, horseback riding and hiking in the beautiful nearby desert and mountain areas are other major forms of recreation in Palm Springs. It is one of nine adjacent cities that make up the Coachella Valley. Known as the "Playground of the Stars," Palm Springs is a small city with the legacy, amenities and history of a large, cosmopolitan city.

Area attractions include Palm Springs' Desert Museum, Aerial Tram, Air Museum, Walk of Stars, and Living Desert Nature Park.

Services:

Sitting room, library, pool, hot tubs, gardens, waterfall, mountain views, weddings and events

Most Popular Rooms:

Einstein Room: Actual bedroom Albert Einstein stayed in. Hardwood floors, Art Deco antique furniture, private patio, super tub, and separate shower.

Waterfall Room: The staircase to this room is illuminated by a crystal chandelier. Above, the vaulted ceiling frames a magnificent view of the waterfall and the mountains beyond. Antique bird's-eye maple dressers and queen size sleigh bed. Fireplace.

Inn Information

Season: All year
Rates: 275.00 - 595.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 8
With private baths: 8
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Full breakfast
• Restaurant, afternoon tea, snacks, evening wine and hors d'oeuvres

Nearest Airport(s): Palm Springs

Payment methods accepted:

Restrictions

• Please inquire about our policy regarding children.
• Smoking not permitted.
• No pets, please.
• Limited access for disabled persons.

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