This compound, on the south end of Araby Drive, is one of the best-kept secrets of old Palm Springs. I am told it was an early Dude Ranch, possibly from the 1920s. It is a cluster of deteriorating buildings that included a couple of residences, a corral and stable, and a swimming pool surrounded by low walls. All are made of stone. Nearly abandoned, and occasionbally guarded by an eccentric (and a little scary) gentleman on a bicycle, the place exudes great charm...and the mystery of an architectural dig. Hope somebody pays attention to this place before it disappears entirely,
Love this place. Would like to go exploring it someday.
ReplyDeleteThis is the area that all the local teenagers in the 1980s and 1990s would call "Midgetville"
ReplyDeleteI heard that guy carries a hand gun? I want to go and take a look but I hardly think its worth getting shot at. Any comments?
ReplyDeleteThis is private property now and the renters paying to live there would appreciate if people stopped snooping around. Yes, it is a special place. Please stop disturbing the tenants and no trespassing!
ReplyDeleteThis is private property and please do not disturb the tranquility of the occupants. Take a hike on public trails not on private property. It is illegal to trespass and the Palm Springs Police Department can issue citations and fines.
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