This house was just great!!! There was even a Christmas tree, all set up and lit, as part of the decor, which meant a lot to us since we arrived here on Christmas Day and departed on New Year's Day. We LOVED our stay here... especially the backyard with its attractive pool and wonderful stone hot tub with the mini "waterfall" feature on the side, with water gurgling into the adjacent big pool. The kitchen was exceedingly well equipped, and the entire lovely house itself was perfect for the five of us.... two six-foot sons... their parents... and one grandmother (me) who was happy to settle into the separate little casita. The house was well maintained and perfectly located for our needs, as well, for the many sites, sights, and scenes... and Palm Desert area hikes!... that this beautiful area offers. Although there was a cold snap going on during our stay... and locals were bundled up in puffy jackets and wool hats.... we found the temps delightful and the sunshine always welcome. We definitely plan to return again to this wonderful part of the valley!.... and hopefully again to this house, depending on the number of us in the travel party. Try this welcoming house with its accommodating and helpful owners --- you'll be very glad that you did!