Travis' property is just fantastic - the beautiful pictures don't even do it justice. The house is situated perfectly with a view of the pool and the mountains in the distance. The pool and surrounding outdoor area faces south and west to maximize the time in the sun, which allows it to be the perfect place to be outside during the winter months. The outdoor area is decorated incredibly well and all of the amenities (grill and outdoor kitchen/bar, fire table, spa, and pool) provide you everything you need to have a delightful stay. There is even a smaller outdoor area behind the house that gets a little more shade with a hammock for an afternoon nap, and a picnic table for a meal outside. When we arrived, Travis had set a rolled pool towel out on each of the outdoor chairs - a nice touch to make you feel like you're arriving at a resort.
Travis has thought through everything inside the house as well. The kitchen is stocked with everything you'll need for cooking, and even has outdoor cups for having a drink out by the pool. He even provides you with a complimentary bottle of wine as well as an "honor bar" with a few extra bottles that you can buy if you don't want to run out to grab another. Each bathroom is stocked with boutique-style soaps and such, towels and paper products folded resort style, giving it the extra touch of a 5-star stay. Other vacation rentals could take note, as these little touches make a big difference!
The indoor sound system is also pretty cool (allowing you to set a musical mood in the whole house), and the TVs in each of the bedrooms (as well as the living room) were nice for evenings. The indoor fireplace also provides a beautiful ambiance.
The location is also great - central to the airport, restaurants, downtown, and groceries. The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful - we never heard any noise from the surrounding houses. It's also a gorgeous place to take an evening walk.
I honestly can't say enough about how lovely this property is. I've stayed at several rentals in Palm Springs, and Travis' place is the best of the best. We can't wait to return very soon! Thanks again, Travis!