This was the first trip my husband and I had taken since March 2020. We finally escaped NYC apartment living to this oasis in the heart of Palm Springs.
In years past, we would stay at hotels in Palm Springs - but we were looking for more space and privacy. So (spoiler alert), this very detailed and glowing review reflects and reinforces why we made the right decision.
From the get-go, both the owner and property manager were welcoming and kind, responded to inquiries quickly, and were a delight to work with. They made us feel like instant VIPs.
When we pulled up to the house, what we saw in front of our eyes took our breath away. The architecture, the arbor, and the landscape where fresh fruits and olives were growing â the pictures on VRBO are beautiful, but the house is just stunning in person. It felt like an Italian Villa - nothing like I've seen before in Palm Springs.
From the luxe bedrooms, lush couch, and living room to the very well-equipped kitchen to the incredible mountain views from the pool and spa - you feel like you are vacationing at a private resort.
During the day, we would hang out by the pool, push ourselves to exercise by utilizing a hiking trailhead right up the street and explore the town. The location of this house is beyond convenient, just minutes from the airport (FYI), grocery stores, shops, and restaurants, yet you feel like you're a million miles away from civilization.
We made sure to take advantage of all the amenities. Every night for Happy Hour, we would compete with one another on the Bocce Ball court and then relax with a glass of wine under the arbor near the water feature.
For dinner, we would either cook at the house (the owners have every appliance and plenty of dishes, cookware, and utensil you could think of). Or, we would drive/Uber to downtown Palm Springs for dinner; itâs all just easy!
The house is in a beautiful area, and the neighborhood was serene and quiet due to a strict noise ordinance. Just what these New Yorkers needed.
We discovered a hidden gem in the desert -- and we canât wait to come back and do it again!