Car Rentals Palm Springs

Budget Car Rentals in Palm Springs

• O'Donnell House Historic Tour
  Atop a mountain, looking out over the Ojo Del Deseierto desert and Palm Springs, California, the O'Donnell House sits majestically like an oasis in a wild barren land. It was designed by Charles Tanner and constructed in 1925 for oil baron Thomas O'Donnell by Nellie Coffman, the founder of Palm Springs and owner of the magnificent Desert Inn of Palm Springs. As you climb the rock faced road to enter the wrought iron gates, you will notice the words, "Ojo Del Desierto" etched against the bright blue sky, and the beautiful house that sits astride a cleft in the mountain side and can turn to see one of the best panoramic views of the area. Sitting there like flower blooming in the desert barrenness, the huge terrace sprawls across an expanse of surrealism. The estate has been refurbished by the Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn with the O'Donnell house and grounds containing rare and original tile floors, bathrooms, antique furniture, redwood ceilings, gorgeous rock work, unusual gardens and incredible views on the desert surrounding you like a warm cozy blanket. The estate is open for conference and other special venues, like weddings, family gatherings and reunions or corporate meetings; and unrivaled in this secluded historic setting that offers the visitor or guest a wonderful opportunity to enjoy privacy and serenity. The amenities are nothing less than first class, with a full gourmet breakfast served on china, with silver place settings, all in a formal dining room or the verandah; or if you prefer, a private garden patio. The breakfast offers fresh squeezed orange juice, peppered bacon, apple sausage, fresh baked breads and muffins, homemade granola and fantastic main courses like baked eggs with black truffle sauce and parmesan served with toast points, puffed German pancakes with blackberry and raspberry coulis and banana stuffed French toast. In the afternoons, around tea time, refreshments can be served by the pool or at your private garden patio. In the nighttime, there is a reception with excellent boutique wines that have been imported from around the globe, with a wonderful variety of hors d'oevres that have homemade empanadas, spinach and mushroom quiches, artichoke dip, filo triangles, shrimp and honey mustard dip, pesto and smoked pepper torte, crudite and cheese. Full concierge service is available with spa services, massage, facials, pedicures, manicures, aromatherapy, all brought to your private room or at the spa; room or poolside lunches, dinner service from Le Vallauris, which is fabulous Four Star French restaurant; mountain or street bikes that can be rented and brought to you; and the finest golf, tennis or gym facilities in the west, all nearby and waiting for your enjoyment. Other amenities include; a three course gourmet breakfast, Egyptian cotton sheets, scales, hair dryers, bath salts, poolside beverages, sparkling water and dried fruits and nuts in room upon arriving, iron and board, robes, hand milled soap, CD player, DVD player, down comforters, Wi-Fi, feather beds, plush bath towels, TVs, two phone lines, refrigerator stocked with water and sodas, and complimentary postcard packet of Willows scenes; plus the marvelous toiletries that contain, toothpaste and brushes, lotion, lip balm, body wash, cotton swabs, sunscreen, comb, shower cap, wet naps, conditioning shampoo, cleansing face clothes, cotton pads, panty liners and razors. All provided with the friendliest smiles and courteous staff members that are only here for your pleasure and ultimate comforts.

Palm Springs Reg. Apt Budget Car Rentals - 3400 Tahquitz Canyon Way

• Painted Canyon
  The Painted Canyon in Palm Springs, California is like stepping onto an artist's palette, with stupendous soft pastel colors, of pink, brown, gray, green and red, that mesmerize your eyesight and slowly help you realize the magnificence of this unbelievable creation, caused by upheavals and earthquakes that have somehow created a landscape unlike any you have ever seen. The rock outcroppings and formations are just as beautiful with high canyon walls and narrow gorge trails that meander around the desert in no particular direction or thought. The San Andreas Fault runs through here like a midnight racer streaking through the dark desert night with big horn sheep, desert tortoises and spotted bats cruising the region for dinner, safe havens or nestings. There are palo verde and smoke trees abounding, all placed here by God, for you to enjoy, walking, hiking or biking, set on 41,300 acres of spectacular landscaping that only the Master could have created. It is a photographers mecca and has drawn desert enthusiasts here for centuries, with the fantastic colored rocks set against a brilliant blue sky, with occasional wisps of white clouds floating effortlessly by. The trails can be fairly easy, or take the loop around which is definitely harder and should only be attempted by those in good condition, with the proper clothing, shoes and water, lots of water. Desert or mountain hiking can be tedious and often dangerous if you aren't an accomplished climber or hiker. But the sights, the views, the panorama is something you will never forget, or want to either. Although the best way to remember it and to show your friends and family is to bring a camera for the shots will be so beautiful that some people will wonder if you are seeing mirages or what.

March 11, 2010