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3BR/2BA Family Retreat: Games*Pool*Mountain Views

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
Exterior
Pool
Games room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 80.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

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Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Miracle Springs Spa
    19 min walk
  • Cabot's Pueblo Museum
    3 min drive
  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center
    4 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    20 min drive

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

3BR/2BA Family Retreat: Games*Pool*Mountain Views

Prepare to indulge in pure comfort at our stunning 3-bedroom estate, nestled on a 7405 sq. ft. lot here in Desert Hot Springs. Picture yourself awakening every morning to jaw-dropping views of the San Jacinto Mountains or spending time in the fully fenced backyard, boasting a heated swimming pool, a bubbling jacuzzi, sun loungers and a BBQ grill. The fun continues at our 1318 sq. foot interior, where you can challenge friends and family to foosball & billiards and stream Netflix on 2 HDTVs!



THE SPACE
Our charming 3-bedroom residence, nestled in a quaint family friendly neighborhood, boasts panoramic mountain views and direct access to hiking trails including the Desert Hot Springs Loop and Swiss Canyon Trailhead a minutes from our doorstep. Within quick 30-minute drive away, discover the vibrant energy of Coachella Valley and the natural wonders of Joshua Tree National Park, offering a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure for nature enthusiasts and festival aficionados!

Here, we celebrate the art of taking it easy, offering all the amenities you need for a leisurely vacation. Upon entering the home, prepare to be captivated by a breathtaking sight – a seamless blend of the living room, dining room, and kitchen all converge to create the ultimate space for family get togethers. Marvel at the lofty ceilings, sink into the sumptuous sectional couch, and get ready to enjoy a plethora of entertainment amenities for an absolute blast of fun.

Once you’ve found your groove, it’s time to let loose and celebrate. Make your way to the fully fenced backyard, an excellent spot to prepare a refreshing tropical cocktail amidst the swaying palm trees. Plus, with so many fun-filled amenities and experiences to discover, our home serves as an ideal launchpad for all of your Desert Hot Springs adventures:

✓ Prepare yourself for thrilling board game showdowns on the dining table
with classics like Connect 4, Uno, Dominoes, regular playing cards,
Sequence, and 100 games.
✓ Ramp up your competitive side and challenge your friends and family to a
game of foosball or billiards, complete with pool sticks and chalk to
enhance your gameplay.
✓ Level up your gaming experience by immersing yourself in the nostalgic
games of Atari, Nintendo, and Sega classics, all on your HDTV!
✓ Fire up the BBQ grill and enjoy eating your meals alfresco under the shade
of the cabanas featuring an outdoor dining table with 4 seats.
✓ Escape the hot California sun with a dive into our newly remodeled pool
or take a dip in the spillover jacuzzi tub for moments of pure relaxation.
✓ Relax on the sun loungers for a bronzed glow or engage in lively throwing
action with a game of corn hole.
✓ At the end of an adventurous day, unwind by watching your favorite
Netflix flicks on our 65” HDTV in the living room or the 42” HDTV in the
master bedroom.
✓ Tee off and experience the thrill of playing golf at picturesque courses like
Desert Dunes Golf Club and Mission Lakes Country Club (~10-minute
drive).

Kitchen and Local Restaurants
Craving a home-cooked, hearty meal? Our fully equipped kitchen is at your service, complete with an arsenal of high quality cooking utensils, top-of-the-line appliances, and sleek countertops, ready to assist you in crafting MasterChef-level dishes effortlessly. Unleash your inner chef and prepare to make mouth-watering food using our:
• Full size refrigerator with water and ice dispenser
• Microwave, oven and stove
• Pots and pans
• Oil, salt, pepper and spice rack
• Kettle, toaster, and blender
• Plates, bowls, mugs, glasses and silverware
• Paper towel

In the morning, kickstart your day with a steaming cup of joe made from our filtered coffee machine, ready to fuel your days adventures!
Don’t feel like cooking? have peace of mind that a superb selection of international and local cuisines are all located within a 12-minute drive or uber ride away. Tempting options await, including:
• Indian (Its Taste of India)
• Mexican (Don Tacorriendo, Jalisco Restaurant, Delicias Mexican Cuisine)
• Japanese (Best Sushi Grill)
• Thai (Thai Palms Restaurant)
• Chinese (Kam Lun Chinese Restaurant)
• Classic Californian (Azure Palm Café)

Bedroom and Bathroom
Following a full day of venturing through the expansive desert landscapes, reward yourself with a tranquil slumber in one of our 3 inviting bedrooms. Your skin will certainly appreciate the smooth caress of the soft linens, the plump pillows, and the room darkening shades ensuring a full night of uninterrupted sleep. Additionally, every bedroom is equipped with nightstands and a tall drawer for organizing your clothes. A total of 8 guests can fall asleep here comfortably, and feature:

Bedroom 1:
• Queen mattress
• Private ensuite bathroom
• Desk space with chair
• Sliding door access to the backyard
• Dual nightstands with lamp
• Chest of drawers

Bedroom 2:
• Queen mattress
• Wall mounted HDTV
• Room darkening blinds and curtains
• Chest of drawers and nightstand

Bedroom 3:
• Queen mattress
• Room darkening blinds and curtains
• Chest of drawers and nightstand
Additionally, the living room sofa extends to a plush Queen size mattress that can sleep 2 guests.

As the sun dips below the horizon, indulge in a revitalizing retreat within our two pristine bathrooms, where Bedroom 2 and 3 conveniently share a complete bathroom featuring both a shower and bathtub. Take a much needed hot soothing shower or a relaxing bubbly bath, complemented by a curated selection of essentials to help you emerge 100% refreshed:
• Fresh bath and hand towels
• Starter pack of toilet paper
• Hair dryer
• Shampoo
• Shower gel

Property Features
Keep reading to learn more about our extra benefits and start planning your trip to Desert Hot Springs, California today!
✓ Child Friendly: Parents can breathe a sigh of relief with an assortment of amenities catered to care and entertain your little ones, including a children’s playroom complete with toys, books, and games!
✓ Household Amenities: Our home is designed with your needs in mind, providing hangers, cleaning supplies, iron & ironing board, and laundry facilities that include a washer, dryer and laundry detergent.
✓ Pet Friendly: Your furry companions are welcome to join you on your journey with us! Pets staying with us are subject to a fee, with an additional charge for three or more pets. Owners must clean up after their pets to avoid extra costs for cleaning and disinfecting hazardous materials. Please get in touch with the host for more information.
✓ Free Parking: Our spacious driveway and attached garage can fit a maximum of up to 3 vehicles of any type, whether it's an SUV, truck, minivan, or sedan.
✓ Self Check In: Effortlessly check in at your convenience after 3:00 PM using the smart lock. A code will be provided to you on the day of your arrival.



OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
• Pool Heating Option:
• Since energy costs are higher, heating the pool incurs an additional
charge of $125 per day requested (minimum 2 days).
• We recommend informing us in advance if you'd like the pool heated, as
it may take approximately 10 hours to reach optimal temperature.
• Pool Maintenance Days:
• Pool maintenance occurs on Wednesdays and Saturdays around 8 AM.
• Main House Rules:
1. No loud music permitted to maintain the tranquility of our
neighborhood.
2. Quiet hours are observed from 10 PM to 8 AM daily.
3. Absolutely no parties or events are allowed.
4. Outside guests are not permitted.
5. Smoking or vaping indoors is prohibited. Please use the backyard for
smoking.
• Energy Conservation:
• Please turn off lights, heating, air conditioning (AC), and electronics
when you're not in the home.
• Trash Disposal:
• Guests staying from Sunday to Monday are kindly requested to assist in
taking the trash bins out to the street on Sunday night. Thank you for
your cooperation!
• Respect for the Home:
• Treat the home with care and respect as if it were your own.
• No Smoking Policy:
• Smoking or vaping inside the house is strictly prohibited. A $200
cleaning and sanitizing fee will be applied if the house smells of smoke or
if leftover cigarette butts are found.
• BBQ Grill Usage:
• If you use the BBQ grill, please ensure it is cleaned after use.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Sand to Snow National Monument. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Cabot's Pueblo Museum and a few minutes from Sand to Snow National Monument

Property manager

Roberto Lopez

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number VRP23-0060

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

664834

3BR/2BA Family Retreat: Games*Pool*Mountain Views Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
This was our 2nd time staying here. Perfect to place to get away with family. Host was awesome. Great communication and accommodating. We look forward to our next trip out there .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kamille H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Windy Paradise
The house was clean, peaceful. The beds were not comfortable and we decided to leave a night before. The owner is great. But the bad weather did not help us enjoy the home at its full potential.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Audrey

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home was spacious and comfortable. Everyone enjoyed having a space to gather and fellowship. There was a beautiful view of the snow cap mountains. It was quite and we all slept well. We had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Tina A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
We were looking for a place with a pool and hot tub. If you look at the stock photos it looks great! Once seen in person, very disappointing. Pool was filthy, as was the spa. No chlorine in the chlorine float spa water felt slimy. My husband, who is a certified pool tech spotted algae in the pool and took photos as proof. Tests of the water indicated it was unsanitary to use, but just the look of it would deter you from using it. After confronting the owner he begged us not to leave a review. he seemed very condescending, as you can tell by other reviews. felt deceived by his photos. Interior was a bit dirty, but acceptable. we were allowed to check-in early, which we did. He did offer a late check-out, but was not needed as we were very disappointed, and could not wait to get out. It would have been nice to have a can opener also.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Tricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and spacious but missing some key things
Pros - air conditioning works great - spacious - clean - owner responded quickly when the door wouldn't open because the batteries were out Cons - wish the a/c had been on before we arrived..it was 92 in the house when we got there and took a while to cool down - back door didn't lock - no shade in backyard at all, no umbrellas, you need a little reprieve from the sun - coffee maker broken - kitchen is not well equipped at all (no measuring cups, tablespoons, no basic stuff like salt, only a used sponge to wash dishes with, only one dish towel) - not enough towels - not enough toilet paper (I could understand if we were staying for a week or something, but there should be enough tp for a weekend) - didn't tell us the pool guy was coming saturday morning, which scared us - somebody's old ice cream blizzard left in freezer lol
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away for families
Great place for a family get away. Beds were very comfortable. Pool and spa were clean and amazing. Mountain and town view were beautiful. Fenced yard and fun game room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Comfortable house. We had 6 adults staying with no problems. Hot tub was nice after a day of hiking. Some nice restaurants nearby that did take out. The house is 30 min from the west gate of Joshua Tree National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Dajae A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not ready for VRBO
So this was our second Vrbo stay, the house was ok, not ready to have guest stay at all. The shower was very old, the tile didn’t seem clean. The second bathroom shower didn’t have hot water; which we found out the 2nd day of our stay. We’re married so 1 shower was ok but could not shower at the same time. The owner of the property texted me almost every day I was there which was weird, like if you’re that concerned maybe don’t rent the house out. The kitchen utensils were very thrift store, that can be easily updated; we didn’t want to eat off of them. There was some mold throughout the house but hey we drove 8 hours for a getaway, what can you do. The pool and foozball are in the garage which isn’t very inviting. Only issue was waking up Saturday morning in boxer briefs and having a pool guy outside at like 8am without any notice. The hot tub was amazing, heated free of charge, again needed updates as the pool and hot tub bottom we’re basically peeling off. Very gracious for letting us smoke outside. When you rent a hotel or home you’d expect it to be better than what you live in and we live in a 1000sf apartment and the apartment is way nicer. With a few updates, new paint, bathroom mirrors and getting rid of half the signs in the house would make this a great stay. Thank goodness downtown Palm Springs was minutes away as the house wasn’tvery stay friendly. Overall a decent trip to the area, 100% would spend a little more money and do some more checking around before renting this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
The house was clean, with comfortable beds and plenty of kitchen items for basic cooking. The 2nd bathroom did not have hot water for the shower but Roberto did communicate that to me prior to my check in. The person who was supposed to fix it was sick and it couldn’t get done in time for our stay; It was not a deal breaker for my group. Our biggest disappointment was when we found out the spa wouldn’t heat up. We had planned for an evening in the spa and actually had the spa option in our property selection criteria. Roberto was easy to get in touch with and was apologetic. I would advise asking about the spa prior to booking if that is an important option to you. Overall the house was nice. Game room, board games and a large TV are nice features.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Relaxing!
We had a very nice & relaxing time here. We were looking for a place to unwind from our day to day stresses. The home was very clean and well maintained. Upon arrival, it was easy to access the home with the code sent through email. No problems. On our first day there, we contacted the host Roberto to have the pool heated for us overnight to use the next day. He got back with us right away. Something went wrong where the timer for the pool did not start & the pool was still cold in the morning. We contacted Roberto again. He apologized and fixed the issue right away. He continued to heat the pool that day and heated it the following day at no charge. Thank you Roberto for a fun & relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Marlena D.

Liked: Cleanliness
St. Patrick's Weekend in Desert Hot Springs
My family and I stayed here because we had concert tickets at a casino for the weekend, and also celebrated St. Patrick's by making our own festive meal. My mom said it was the "house of sayings" because she was amused by the decor with inspirational words. We applaud that many of the cupboards in the kitchen and bathrooms were labeled, which is nice since we were not familiar with the space and it made it easier to find what we needed. That being said, most of what we needed was provided. However, we could have used a casserole dish or baking sheet to prepare bacon in the oven. We ended up making it on the stove with a skillet. It's also noteworthy that there is no dishwasher, so be prepared to hand-wash. It was nice that we could receive grocery deliveries, and I ended up donating a bottle of dish soap (there was some in a dispenser attached to the dish rack), a bottle of hand soap, and a dish scrubber I bought. There was not a fresh sponge provided for dishes, just a used one. Also, no kitchen towels/potholder for handling hot items aside from the BBQ hot pad. I also bought some trash bags because the trash was getting full and I did not see any extra bags below the sink. Then, when I removed the full trash bag I found 1 single spare bag in the trash can. There is a board under the sink cupboard, where it is typically recessed and resulted in our feet getting hit when we used the sink. The garage space was enjoyable. No room to park a vehicle, but we enjoyed the billiards table. There was also a foosball table; I personally would have enjoyed a shuffleboard or even air hockey more, but that's me! There was just one TV, in the main room, and unfortunately the network connection was not working. We contacted Roberto and he communicated well and gave his best efforts to troubleshoot, had us do a soft reset of powering off the TV. We worked at it awhile longer and after a hard reset (unplugging the TV) we got the connection to work. The bedrooms were fairly small, but the beds were queen and comfortable. The master bedroom was nice, more space, and also I loved that it connected to the back patio. We had paid extra for the pool to be heated. Both the pool and jacuzzi were cold on arrival, but we figured out the controls to get it to temperature. Also, we were surprised that someone entered the back patio without notice Saturday morning to tend to the pool. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and Roberto was friendly. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
What a great property in Desert Hot Springs! My 18 year old son actually chose this property as we were searching for a place to stay for his 18th birthday/HS graduation trip to the area. It is wonderful for a family with the pool and hot tub, game area, and functional kitchen. The views of the mountains are stunning! Some of the favorite parts of our trip were simply relaxing in the hot tub, playing bags in the yard and enjoying the scenery and sunshine. Please be aware, though, that the pool is not heated, obviously they don't need that in the heat of the summer, but when we visited in Feb., the pool was too cold to swim comfortably - my 18 year old jumped in but didn't last long. The hot tub was very warm and relaxing however. The home is in a quiet, residential neighborhood, which is what we wanted, to be away from the expense and noise of Palm Springs, yet it is only 15-20 minutes to the action. We also drove to Joshua Tree, the tram, and Indian Canyon and those were all less than an hour drive from the home. The home itself was very clean. Was plenty of room for 3 of us - my opinion is it would be comfortable for up to 4 adults, 2 adults and 4 kids would be fine - 6 adults would be tight, IMHO. The house has ample coffee and filters, spices and oil in the kitchen; shampoo, conditioner and body wash in the showers. Very helpful. The one suggestion I would have would be to add a kitchen shears for cutting packaging and a baking sheet and/or 9x13 baking dish. We wanted to bake some fries in the oven and were kinda stuck. All in all a wonderful property that I would book again if I was ever planning another vacay to Palm Springs. Thanks for sharing your lovely place with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

ron s.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised; would stay again
My family of 6 had a pleasant stay for 4 nights over the Thanksgiving week. The house is clearly a rental and so there's been some wear and tear but overall it is well maintained. All of the utilities worked and the WIFI was fast and reliable. The beds were fine and there is also an inflatable mattress. We enjoyed the hot tub (too cold to use the pool). One caveat is there is no dishwasher and the kitchen is really not stocked with the implements for cooking a real meal, but there is a barbeque outside and plates, bowls, cups, utensils, etc. The neighborhood was quiet and the yard enclosed for a dog. We'd stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024