A TRUE GEM!

Guest: SFV Renter (San Fernando Valley, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/14/11 Review Submitted: 06/06/11

Our jaws literally dropped when we entered the home! It truly is phenomenal! Many thanks to James and Twyla for being such amazing hosts and making our stay pleasant and welcoming! This, by far, was the best stay my family and I have had in Palm Desert, and we certainly plan on returning…

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Best property I've rented

Guest: steve (madison, wi)
Date of Stay: 04/19/11 Review Submitted: 04/27/11

I have rented numerous houses and condos and this one is tops. The property is gorgeous, spacious, clean, and comfortable. It is extremely well equipped. The decor is well beyond what I've ever seen in any other property. James was extremely helpful both before and during the rental. One very minor maintenance problem was addressed very promptly and solved. I was there for a wedding and had numerous guests stop by -- all were wow'ed by the house. We stayed with a total of 6 people and there was plenty of room and space to be together or be private. If we return to the area, I'd definitely stay again

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers.

The Alonzo's

Guest: Art (Lomita, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11 Review Submitted: 04/03/11

We were pleasantly surprised how nice the home is, even after reading all the great reviews. I spoke with James who set things up for us. He was very helpful and made our stay wonderful. The home is much larger than we anticipated and had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. We stayed with another couple who are old friends. We are all in agreement that we will stay here again and make it an annual getaway. Thanks James for everything and we hope your Aunt is doing better! Art & Janet

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Wonderful House

Guest: Justine (Burnaby, BC)
Date of Stay: 11/12/10 Review Submitted: 12/01/10

We had the fortune of renting this house for an extended family visit and it was truly spectacular. The house is huge, light, clean and unique. We all very much enjoyed having such a wonderful space to visit. We loved the view of the fountain and "little island" outside the front windows. James and Twyla were also very helpful and accommodating. The golf cart was great to use to travel around the complex. People in the complex were very friendly and the pools were all amazing!

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A Wonderful Weekend

Guest: Nor Cal Renter (Sacramento)
Date of Stay: 11/04/10 Review Submitted: 11/16/10

Her home is beautiful, and Twyla is kind and accommodating. We had a terrific time and look forward to a return visit very soon.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great house!

Guest: Ron (Long Beach, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/17/10 Review Submitted: 06/22/10

We had a wonderful four days staying at The Lakes Castle. The home is very nice and well appointed. The view is awesome! A nice touch was having the golf cart available to ride around in. I would HIGHLY recommend this property. The three bedrooms are very spacious and the kitchen has everything you need. The BBQ on the patio is new and in great working condition. We have stayed in the desert for many, many years and this is one of the nicest places we have ever rented.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Guest: THE WIC'S (-)
Date of Stay: 02/22/10 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

HI JAMES, ITS TERRI N JANICE WIC, YOUR HOME, COUNTRY CLUB, AMENTITIES & HOSPITALITY WERE SO EXTREMELY GRACIOUS !!! TRAVELING FROM SWEDEN FOR THE 1ST TIME TO THE DESERT FOR VALENTINE'S DAY, MARCH MADNESS, THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT WAS BY FAR OUR MOST WONDERFUL & SMOOTH TRIP BY FAR. JAMES, AGAIN THANK YOU AGAIN & WE LEFT YOU A "LITTLE SOMETHING" FOR OUR APPRECIATION.

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Guest: THE COMMIN'S (-)
Date of Stay: 01/07/10 Review Submitted: 01/07/10

HI JAMES, WE LEFT YOU A NICE GIFT AT THE MAIN CLUBHOUSE FOR YOUR WONDERFUL HOSPITALITY & WARMTH YOU PROVIDED OUR ENTIRE FAMILY THIS YEAR. IT WAS SUCH A PLEASURE TO HAVE YOUR PHONE # RIGHT BY OUR SIDE FOR QUESTIONS, OR EVEN JUST RECOMMENDATIONS. WE HAVE BOOKED FOR THANKSGIVING TIME ALREADY THIS YEAR AS YOU WELL KNOW, JUST MAKE SURE YOU GO GET YOUR GIFT, THANKS SO MUCH AGAIN JAMES, THE COMMIN'S.

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Guest: Alan London (Seal Beach/California)
Date of Stay: 11/13/09 Review Submitted: 11/13/09

My wife and I stayed in this marvellous house for a week and had a fabulous time. We entertained some friends for dinner one evening and they left in awe of the spaciousness and beauty of the residence, its decor, and its surroundings. The Lakes is a superb community, and one has to travel far and wide to meet such genuine friendliness from both staff and fellow residents. James was so helpful in setting up our vacation, including our golf on the excellent course. All went just as planned and promised, and I have no hesitation about our setting up a repeat visit in the new year

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Guest: JT & TINA MIMS (-)
Date of Stay: 10/31/09 Review Submitted: 10/31/09

JAMES, WE JUST WANTED TO THANK YOU FOR OPENING YOUR BEAUTIFUL HOME, OUR 3 KIDS & MY WIFE HAD A GREAT TIME, WISH WE COULD HAVE STAYED LONGER, ANYWAYS WILL BE BACK IN MAY FOR 3 WEEKS SO PUT US IN THE CALENDER, THE HOUSE WAS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT & THE VIEWS ARE JUST INCREDIBLE, THANKS AGAIN JAMES FOR ALL YOUR INFORMATIVE HELP, IT REALLY HELPED US, SEE YOU IN MAY, CHEERS, THE MIM FAMILY.....

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