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A Private Palm Desert Retreat

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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palm desert, CA
  • Place, Palm Desert Country Club
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Toscana Country Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Indian Wells Tennis Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Hallway Bathroom w/vanity

Toilet

Jack & Jill Bathroom w/double Vanity

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom with double vanity

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outside Shower/Tub/vanity

Bathtub · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Private Palm Desert Retreat

Welcome to your private slice of paradise. Lush palms, desert wildlife, and three tranquil fountains create a serene estate designed for effortless relaxation and memorable time together.

Indulge in a private outdoor soaking tub under the stars, followed by a refreshing open-air shower. When it’s time to play, enjoy horseshoes, darts, and a sunken in-ground trampoline designed for effortless fun.

Evenings invite conversation around the fire pit, while sunny days are best spent lounging by the pool with toys and floats for all ages.

Convenience meets luxury with close proximity to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden and Southwest Church — a popular shuttle pickup location for Coachella and Stagecoach, just a short walk away.

When it’s time to unwind, retreat to plush king-size beds designed for deep, restful sleep. Thoughtful essentials — shampoo, soap, blow dryers, and straightening irons — are all provided, so you can relax without a second thought.

The pool’s shallow sun shelf invites effortless relaxation, with in-water lounging beneath umbrellas and uninterrupted desert sun.

Three king bedrooms and one queen bedroom. Two rooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with dual sinks. Expansive living room with gas fireplace. Chef-style kitchen fully stocked with Keurig and traditional coffee makers, Vitamix, juicer, food processor, slow cooker, rice cooker, full seasoning set, and oven with broiler.

From a private sports field for football, baseball, and Frisbee golf to bocce ball, croquet, horseshoes, ping pong, and poolside games — the property is designed for nonstop fun.

This is also our family home, thoughtfully decorated with personal touches and family photos that many guests enjoy. We hope it helps you feel comfortable, welcome, and truly at home.

RULES & RENTAL TERMS
Pre-Booking Requirement:
A brief conversation with all potential guests is required prior to booking. Reservations will only be approved after this conversation has taken place.

Rental Agreement:
A separate rental contract must be signed within 24 hours of booking and prior to arrival. Entry is not permitted without a signed agreement. If you’d like to review the contract before booking, I’m happy to email a copy upon request.

Guest Policy:
By booking, you agree to the separate rental contract and confirm the total number of guests listed on the reservation. All guests — including day visitors and children 12 months or older — count toward the total occupancy.
The maximum allowed occupancy during the day is 10 people at all times.
Over 8 guest, there is a per person charge of $100 - $200 per person, per night, depending on season.
Reservations made for fewer guests must reflect the same individuals for the entire stay meaning guest rotation or substitution during the reservation period is not permitted.
Any unauthorized guest rotation or additional guests will result in a $250 fee per person, per day. This policy is strictly enforced. Without approval, this fee can double.

Vehicle Policy:
The number of vehicles must be declared in the DocuSign rental agreement. A maximum of 4 vehicles is permitted unless prior written approval is obtained.
Without approval, a fee of $400 per vehicle, per night will be charged for any cars exceeding the 4-vehicle limit. This includes vehicles belonging to day guests.

Cancellation Policy:
We strongly recommend purchasing travel or cancellation insurance. Once a reservation is confirmed, all bookings are non-refundable, as outlined in our policy.

Property Damage Protection:
Property damage protection insurance is required and will be offered at checkout. This coverage protects against accidental damage and includes 100% coverage with no deductible. Simply report the incident as accidental and the policy will handle it.
Our professional cleaning team documents any damages solely to ensure the home remains well maintained.

Security Deposit:
A refundable security deposit of $1,000 is required for items not covered by the property damage protection insurance. The deposit will be returned within 7 days after departure, provided no issues are found.

Audio / TV:
A Sonos system is available for indoor and outdoor entertainment and can be operated from your phone. Please be sure to turn off the Sonos system prior to departure. Guests may also choose to bring their own Bluetooth speaker if preferred.

Televisions:
• Living room TV with Apple TV and cable
• Outdoor TV with Roku (no cable)
• Third TV operates via mobile phone connection only
An AUX cable is provided for gaming devices and is clearly labeled for this purpose.
Please do not unplug or remove any cables.

HOUSE RULES & IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Occupancy & Events
Occupancy & Additional Guest Fees
Maximum occupancy during day/night: 10 guests total, including children
Base rate is for 8 guests, so if you decide later to add people, they are subject to an additional fee of $100–$200 per person, per day, depending on season and special events (including music festivals).
No parties, events, or weddings
Guest count may not exceed what is on reservation at any time.
Violations result in $5,000–$10,000 minimum fine
All guests and vehicles must be declared in the rental agreement
No pets without prior written approval which includes ESA and hypoallergenic dogs
Approved pets: $375 non-refundable fee per pet (max 2 dogs) & Undeclared pets $700 fee per pet.
Pet waste must be picked up & disposed of properly
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Early check-in / late check-out: Not guaranteed & must be arranged in advance & there is a fee associated with the request of $100–$200 per hour (higher during holidays/events)
Check out day - Cleaners will enter at 11:00 AM & there is a $500 penalty fee if you are not out by 11am.
Excessive cleaning required: Trash left out, dirty dishes, excessive mess, $250 additional cleaning fee.
Vehicles & Parking
Maximum 4 vehicles total, Including day guests but please understand, vehicles must be declared in the contract...unauthorized vehicles: $400 per car, per night. There is no parking past the gate. Please make sure your guest who might arrive early do not step on the control box on the gate to look over the gate, since repairing it will cost $400
Pool Heating (Oct–May): $100 per day....$300 minimum & must be heated the day before to get the temperature up. Max temp: 89–90°F
Misters & Deck Jets: $120 per 8 hours (11 AM – 7 PM only) $25 per additional hour
Deck jets included w/mister use. Deck jets only: $25 per day and to be honest, you really don't need them.
Safety: Pool depth up to 6–7 feet, so No diving, Children must be supervised at all times
Home Rules
Do not move patio furniture or umbrellas ($250 fee).
Umbrellas must be closed and tied when not in use because of high winds.
No smoking indoors & Outdoor smoking must stay off cushions
No hookah pipes
No red wine, coffee, sports drinks, or colored popsicles in bedrooms.
Do not leave doors open during high winds or while A/C is running
A/C may not be set below 68°F
Do not unplug internet equipment.
Do not disconnect irrigation clocks.
Drop-shade remote not available to guest.
BBQ: burn off residue on high for 10 minutes, then turn off
Trash day: Friday & Guests may be asked to bring cans in from the street
Do not pour liquids in trash cans...Improper disposal may result in cleaning fee
Property Access: Entry instructions sent 10 minutes before check-in
Alarm will be disarmed at that time
Gardeners service property Thursday mornings (2–3 hours) & Service may not be canceled by guests
Lawn overseeding occurs in October (standard desert practice)
Taxes & Fees - City occupancy tax: 12%
Festival Periods (Coachella / Stagecoach) 3-night minimum
Cleaning fee increases by $400
Refundable deposit increases to $2,000
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Palm Desert

Located in Palm Desert, this holiday home is near a water park and in the mountains. McCallum Theatre and Coachella Valley History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Palm Desert Aquatic Center and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Riverside County Fairgrounds and South Jackson Park. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Palm Desert Country Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Toscana Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bermuda Dunes Racquet Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Indian Wells Tennis Garden - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Oasis Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 25 min drive
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ralphs Fuel Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nobu Indian Wells - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Biscotti: An Espresso Bar - ‬5 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maria was very sweet and kind and made the process very easy!! House was very comfortable. I do recommend to heat the pool for cooler weather. I chose not to even tho mario suggested we do.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Outdoor space was outstanding. Hosts were very helpful and easy to communicate with. Kitchen was so well organized. They really thought of everything you might need. We really loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This backyard is straight out of a magazine! Absolutely amazing; next time we will take a day off from golf just to enjoy all the sitting areas, outdoor kitchen, and pool. Communication with the Owner was perfect. Instructions were simple, all rooms were clean and well-appointed. Great find, great location; we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Great location and fabulous outdoor lounge/kitchen area.

Really enjoyed being so close to the tennis facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Awesome guests. Very easy to work with, considerate, clean...all the things you would hope for from a guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Spring Break

We had a great stay for family Spring break. The house was perfect and truly is all about the outdoors. The kids spent all day every day in the pool and we were able to make family meals in the amazing outdoor kitchen. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely oasis in the desert!

Great location, amazing outdoor oasis, and comfy beds! Thank you for opening up your beautiful home, we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2024
Thanks Jodi, we enjoyed having you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Day extended weekend

Great home and awesome yard (pool, hot tub, BBQ area, seating areas - all great
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palm Desert at it’s best!

Spent the holidays with the family, this place is perfect for enjoying outdoor living! The backyard is amazing! The house worked well for the adults and the kids. It was a vacation that will be remembered for a long time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert Oasis

Our family met for Granddad’s 70th and Dylan’s 8th birthday. We had such a fabulous time in the pool and spa plus the BIG back yard was great for playing soft ball. We kept the 3 grandkids busy and the adults had a blast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay

This home was perfect for our family. The property description is highly accurate. Communication with the owner/manager was prompt. The pool and outdoor kitchen were amazing. In short, we couldn't have asked for a better Thanksgiving visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

VRBO

It was a beautiful home with an amazing backyard and pool. Maria was very accommodating and the accommodations were extremely clean & everything labeled which made it easy to find items. We had a question about using the cable TV and she responded right away and walked us through getting it. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palm Desert Oasis

Lovely property with tons of amenities. Perfect pool, incredible outdoor kitchen. Huge yard for family games. Wonderful place to move our bubble for a few days from Santa Barbra to Palm Springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2020
Steve was a great guest! He and his family had a great time spending time together and I would have him back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great backyard!

We rented the house to celebrate my wife’s second 30th birthday. 😆 It’s everything the reviews are saying. It’s a beautiful home, well maintained, and an awesome backyard. The owners are very responsive for any questions and were greats hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oasis in the Desert

Got to know the owners of this property a little during our stay. They are great people and the property is just fabulous. It’s better than expected - which is rare. They are very specific and selective, so make sure you are respectful of the property and everyone will have an excellent time. If they owned other properties in other cities, we’d rent them also. If you have a small group of mature adults that like to have fun and use the backyard pool, spa and Bbq kitchen, then this is your heaven!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2021
You were a joy to have and we would have you two back anytime! Can't wait to see you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janice h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Break

We were very happy with our stay, the property was lovely. The location was a 5-10 minute drive to El Paseo. The owners are very particular about the way their house is run, which for some guests might seem overbearing, but in fact it is admirable and reflects on the type of stay you will have. They clearly use the property regularly themselves, so they set the bar high for their guests to maintain the property with respect, which results in a nicer stay. I have stayed in some houses with broken features throughout the house because it is "just a rental". You wont have that feeling with this house. We look forward to being allowed to rent the house again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Hausin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Too good to be true

At first glance the property is beautiful, but read the details carefully as the extra charges will add up quickly. For example, the property might sleep 12 but you will be charged extra per person per night for occupancy over 8. 1-2 hour early check in are an additional cost. Misters are an additional cost. The location is convenient and the property is clean with a nice backyard barbecue entertaining space. However, the pool is short and narrow and smaller than appears on video. The trampoline is broken with unsafe netting. The outdoor tub was filthy with a skeletonized lizard. Be sure to purchase renters insurance to avoid claims of damaged items against you. If you enjoy 90's decor that is clean and tidy with a large grassy backyard, then this is the place for you. Otherwise, there are plenty of other property options with less hassle..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Up to date home goes beyond my expectations!

This home is stunning and the pool is the perfect size to lounge in with your guest. Trampoline was in excellent shape. Outdoor tub was spotless. The decor is warm, cozy and inviting. Other homes don’t even come close to having the huge backyard and expensive outdoor furniture this one has. Maria was a joy to work with and she was able to accommodate our additional guest, more people, more use! We also had early check in…some places don’t even allow early check, so happy to pay for the luxury rather than be told it's not even possible. We know utilities in the desert can be pricey, so glad we paid to heat the pool for kids. Why spend this kind of money and then go cheap while you are there! You can tell they take special care of everything from trimming the trees to fresh paint and every utensil you can image. The new bathrooms are stunning! The outdoor bath tub is expected to get some dust...it's the desert...it happens in 5 minutes LOL. House is organized beyond belief! To be honest, I've stayed in a lot of homes and this one is the most maintained house I've ever seen. These are all custom lot's and so private...it's really your own resort. Also I expect to pay for custom tailoring to my reservation...it makes all the difference in the world. I like that Maria makes sure that people have good intentions & vets them...that's what helps to keep this property in good shape. Thanks again for a weekend we will never forget...we for sure are coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time! Would recommend 100%! Hosts are wonderful! Thank you

We had a great time and the property is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outdoor Oasis

This property is immaculately maintained and thoughtfully appointed with new appliances, comfortable furniture and quality bedding. The bathroom to bedroom ratio made for some cramped quarters, but we accepted that going in, knowing this rental has exceptional outdoor living, play and entertainment zones for kids and adults. We even brought our own soccer goals for the large flat grounds beyond the pool and spa.. The owner was only a text away and gracious in her communications. I highly recommend this property !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tracey k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The property is just perfect for family gatherings. It was clean and we’ll maintained. The backyard!

Smooth and easy. Lovely property
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

The house was clean and well furnished. We had everything we needed. It was great for my group of girlfriends. The pool area was really nice and comfortable especially with the misters (The con was that we had to pay extra for the misters, which seemed odd. I’ve never had to pay extra for an already existing amenity to a property) The beds were SO comfy! The kitchen was large but the appliances were dated. I feel for the price we spent the kitchen could have been updated. Bathrooms were big enough to accommodate our group. The shower in the bathrooms needed to be stepped down into. I’ve never seen that before. Someone with mobility issues wouldn’t be able to use them (in my opinion). The backyard, though, was the highlight. Really well done. Overall, it was a nice place. The neighborhood was nice. No one bothered us and we did our own thing. Thanks to the owner who helped us with all our questions quickly. We had a few hiccups that were taken care of immediately.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2021
Thanks, just wanted to explain the misters...They use 1 gallon per hour, per nozzle x 33 misters, that's 33 gallons per hour x 8 hours = 264 gallons. The average shower uses 17 gallons, that's 15 showers. Water is like Gold in the desert & the water bill can be $2k a month just for water. Hope that helps!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Backyard

The backyard is better than the photos. We had so much fun eating outside, sitting at one of the many nice seating areas, running in the real grass with the kids and dogs, lounging, reading, jacuzzi-ing, and relaxing. The beds are all extremely comfortable. The master has the most amazing blackout shades but bring eye shades for the other bedrooms as it’s very bright even with the blinds closed. The kitchen is fully stocked. Just note that the plastic cups and plates have to be hand washed as they’re not dishwasher safe like the other ones so next time we’ll bring disposables. We can’t wait to come back.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2021
Hi Dorielle, Thank you so much for staying at our home...you were a joy! Just wanted to let you know the cups are dishwasher safe but they still etch and make them look foggy which is why we like to hand wash, however the plates don't etch. It's actually impossible to prevent them from getting washed in dishwasher because inevitably they end up there and I have to replace every year, so no worries, please feel free to throw in dishwasher. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexander k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend at the perfect house

Property is very accurate to description! Perfect outdoor areas with Tons of room! Host is excellent and information through out the house Made for a very easy and comfortable stay! Highly recommended!
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2021
Alex was a great guest and would rent to him again. He was very upfront and respectful and easy to deal with! Wish they were all like that :).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay and Home!

This was exactly what was listed on VRBO! The house was clean and very comfortable, just like being at home! We had kids ages 5-12 and they all had a blast in the pool and trampoline. This house had everything, pool items, great big BBQ area, plenty of chairs and umbrellas and even an outdoor shower! I definitely book here again. The owner was very accommodating to us and was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect getaway with family

This property is all about the outdoors! It was such a great getaway with the family and friends. We really enjoyed ourselves and were able to unplug, which was much needed! The outdoor kitchen is amazing!!! Kids had a great time playing laser tag in the lawn as well. You don't see that much outdoor space in Southern California, so it was so great and we utilized it well. Thanks Maria!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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