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Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis

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A heated pool
9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
A heated pool
9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 18557 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis

Welcome to Casa Mara, an exclusive TRAVLR Vacation Home!

Casa Mara is a true desert oasis that embraces the tranquil elements of nature throughout the design and furnishings, allowing you to arrive and instantly escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Sun seekers have a run of this 1-acre, lush outdoor space, consisting of a large swimming pool with lazy river and water slide, hammocks, sun loungers, fire pit, putting green, citrus garden, half basketball court and a sand volleyball – all surrounded by views of the mountains and desert sky.

Want to take the entertainment inside? Casa Mara has a fully air conditioned, converted garage space that has become the ultimate game room and gym. Equipped with billiards, foosball, air hockey, ping pong and a large, big screen TV, this space will leave you thinking - what more could you ask for? Oh, a gym? We've got you covered with the all-new Peloton treadmill and Peloton spin bike!

Other noteworthy features - Sonos sound system integrated indoors and outdoors throughout the property, desert zen garden lounge area, hanging chairs, outdoor shower and an outdoor guest bathroom for easy access from the pool area.

There are several dining options with an outdoor kitchen that includes a grill, mini fridge, outdoor TV and plenty of prep space. Inside, the large open-plan kitchen comes with an island and large breakfast bar – your resident chef's happy place. All brand-new surfaces throughout the homes and sleek monochrome/earthy touches give the living area a classy, sophisticated feel, helped by the natural light through large windows – a sophistication that continues into the bedrooms. The luxurious bathrooms are particularly stylish, and the deep freestanding bathtub in the primary suite is the perfect place to end sunny Palm Desert days.

You won't need to (or want to) leave this estate property, but if you do, head to the unique landscapes at nearby Joshua Tree National Park for desert hikes and total tranquility or drive down the road to El Paseo, the “Rodeo Drive” of the desert for shopping and dining.

Bedroom Details:

Nine exquisite bedrooms accommodate up to 18 guests, all featuring Casper mattresses, Smart TVs and AC.

Palm is the primary suite furnished with a king-sized bed and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and separate tub and private access to the expansive backyard.
Sand: Queen bed, reach in closet and shared bathroom with shower.
Driftwood: King bed, shared bathroom with shower.
Clay: King bed, shared bathroom with shower.
Cactus: King bed direct patio access, en suite bathroom with shower and tub.
Water: King bed with direct patio access. En suite bathroom with shower.
Rock: Bunk bed room with two queens on the bottom and two full size beds on top. There is an en suite bathroom and walk in closet.
Moon: located in the detached casita with private entrance, king bed writing desk and jack and jill shared bathroom.
Sun: located in the detached casita with private entrance, king bed writing desk and jack and jill shared bathroom.

Bed Summary: 7 King, 2 Full, 3 Queen. Queen Size Air Mattress upon request. Sleeps up to 18.

There is space available for up to 6 cars total. Street parking is not permitted. Oversized vehicles are not permitted.

For added convenience, this home also features two private washers and dryers. A spacious driveway provides room for up to 6 cars, giving you the freedom to explore the surrounding desert, including Joshua Tree, located less than an hour away.

We want you to feel confident when renting a TRAVLR Vacation Home. As a result, we have enhanced some of our cleaning procedures in the interest of our Guests' and Employees' health and safety. Currently, we spend between 4-16 working hours to clean each rental property after every reservation and have enhanced our check-out cleaning procedures to pay close attention to all details, specifically disinfecting all surfaces with anti-bacterial solutions. We frequently change all HVAC filters and clean pools twice weekly to help ensure optimal cleanliness as well. Our vendors and staff are equipped with protective gear such as face masks and gloves to maintain the safety of all parties.

Close by is the famous El Paseo and Old Town La Quinta areas with excellent dining and shopping options. If you are looking to play golf, we are minutes from PGA West with three public courses to choose from; The TPC Stadium, The Greg Norman and The Jack Nicklaus Tournament.

Enjoy some of the many world-class events like the Humana Challenge (previously the Bob Hope Classic). Or if you enjoy tennis, minutes away is the home of the BNP Paribas Open Tennis Classic at Indian Wells Top Rated Tennis Stadium, held early to mid-March, with over 300 of the top-rated tennis players in the world. In April comes the Coachella and Stagecoach Music Festivals just minutes down the road hosted at the famous Polo Grounds where you can also enjoy top-ranked polo matches free of charge and have a tailgate picnic with your friends at the same time!

LOCATION
Walking distance to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, minutes from the Empire Polo Fields for all the equestrian activities and Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals; 5-10 minutes from the La Quinta Resort, PGA West, Old Town La Quinta, and El Paseo. Less than 10 minutes from I-10, you can quickly head to Palm Springs, nearby casinos and other Coachella Valley destinations.

ESTIMATED DISTANCES FROM THE VACATION HOME
- Indian Wells Tennis Garden: 10-minutes
- Empire Polo Fields: 20-minutes
- Old Town La Quinta: 10-minutes
- Palm Desert/El Paseo: 5-minutes
- Downtown Palm Springs/Airport: 20-30 minutes
- LA/OC/SD: Roughly 2 hours without traffic

- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -

WHAT TIME IS CHECK-IN AND CHECK OUT?
Check in is after 3PM local time, and check out is no later than 11AM. Early check in and late check out may be available for your reservation upon request. Please reach out for the cost and availability.

WILL I NEED TO MEET THE PROPERTY MANAGER TO GET A KEY?
All TRAVLR Vacation Homes have keyless locks. This keyless system allows entry into the vacation rental through the issue of a “code” rather than a physical key. The code changes for every reservation so it is an incredibly safe alternative. By issuing the code prior to arrival, the check-in process is much easier.

DO YOU PROVIDE DAILY CLEANING SERVICE?
TRAVLR Vacation Homes provides a departure clean on all stays. A mid-week or mid-stay clean can be provided for an additional fee.

CAN WE HAVE THE POOL HEATED?
Your reservation "resort fee" includes the cost of pool heat (up to 80-82 degrees). This fee is not included on Airbnb bookings.

WHAT IS PROVIDED WITH MY ACCOMMODATIONS?
All of our vacation rentals are furnished and have a kitchen with amenities including a microwave, coffee maker, toaster and blender. Each property is stocked with cooking and serving items including plates, bowls and utensils, as well as a can opener, corkscrew measuring spoons and more. The coffee maker takes ground coffee and we also offer a spice rack, salt and pepper.

There are bath towels, pool towels and bed linens. We also provide an initial supply of trash liners, toilet paper, hand soap and dishwasher soap. Bathrooms are stocked with shampoo, conditioner and liquid body wash. Laundry facilities are also equipped with laundry soap and dryer sheets.

CAN I SHIP A PACKAGE TO MY VACATION HOME?
We do not recommend shipping directly to the home, we do not have mailbox keys, and there are many different people with access to the home: vendors, housekeeping, Guest Services staff, etc... so we cannot be responsible for packages once delivered.

DO YOUR HOMES HAVE OUTDOOR MUSIC SYSTEMS?
Yes! The entire property both inside and out is filled with speakers that are setup in different zones so you can enjoy it wherever you are and even have different music playing in different areas. To use, simply download the Sonos app and connect to our Wi-Fi system. You can then control your music from Spotify, Apple Music and more. Due to city regulations though, the outdoor music speakers will not work between the hours of 9PM and 8AM (the indoor ones will though). Please note that bringing your own outdoor speakers is strictly forbidden unless pre-approved by management and could result in a $5000 fine from the city of Palm Desert.

DO YOU ALLOW PETS?
Our vacation rentals are pet friendly. We allow for up to two pets per property for a fee of $150 per pet.

Permit #: STR2023-0448

Property manager

Jen Wampole

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 6000 sq ft (557 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number STR2023-0448

Property is also known as

Casa Mara
Vrbo Property
471667

About the neighborhood

Map
Palm Desert, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Desert Country Club - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Woodhaven Country Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Indian Wells Tennis Garden - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Desert Willow Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • El Paseo Shopping District - 8 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 24 min drive
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goody's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Las Carretas Taco Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Karen's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis located?

This family-friendly Palm Desert vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells Golf Resort and Indian Wells Golf Course. San Jacinto Mountains and Indian Wells Conference Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary F., Santa Fe Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to spend family time together!!
This house has so much to do. You never have to leave. We definitely will be coming back. Best vacation ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent B., Fort Worth, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
Property was perfect for a golf outing with friends. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise C., United States of America

Liked: Cleanliness
January Holiday
Casa Mara was the perfect fit for a family vacation. The house was clean and well stocked. It was nice that it presented as pictured. The floor plan was conducive to all our needs. I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting a lovely spot for a family and friend vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Backyard paradise
Had such a wonderful time at Casa Mara with a group of friends to celebrate my birthday. The house was beautifully decorated inside, amazing bathrooms, top appliances and stocked with all our needs. The backyard was where we spent the majority of our time though and it was wonderful! Hammock, outdoor grill, pool slide, hot tub, volleyball, fireside s’mores…the options were endless! The casita and gym + game room were fantastic as well- I only wish we had more time to enjoy everything! Jen was a great communicator and followed up in a timely manner to any questions or requests, both in getting settled into the house and throughout our stay. Would absolutely book again and recommend to any group looking for a backyard dream!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Gorgeous property and perfect for large groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F., SANTA FE SPRINGS

Liked: Cleanliness
You never want to leave
This home has everything that you need. We had such a great vacation with all of our family under 1 roof. Loved it and want to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time with our family
Amazing property, exceeded our expectations. The communication with the property management team was easy & timely, easy check in. This is a great place to bring the family together, I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Casa Mara was fabulous! The house itself was impeccable and clean. The beds were comfortable, the toiletries were great and the kitchen was fairly well stocked. Several in our group had to work during our vacation, as well, and the internet was very good. The outside area at Casa Mara was spectacular with activities for everyone, including in the "Playground." So many fun games to play and having the Peloton equipment was definitely an added bonus. You can easily vacation in the desert without ever having to leave this property! The location was also perfect, in between La Quinta and Palm Springs. It was an easy walk to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden and a quick drive to El Paseo. Although we had small issues that came up during our 11 days at Casa Mara, the management company was always very responsive, taking care of our needs almost immediately. We had such a good time and look forward to a return visit!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Perfect environment for a family
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work Conference
Great property and owners highly recommend. We stayed here during a work conference off site and was perfect for my team
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Mara
Exceeded our expectations. Any questions we had with your staff were answered quickly. Our first VRBO and would definitely do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome 60th birthday party
We had an incredible time. Your property is awesome you were so responsive to our needs. Often correcting things within an hour or so. This is an awesome property for a large group. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

suzanne h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Thanksgiving week
very spacious and appealing for a large group....lots of places to play, enjoy, and occasionally work.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Family Vacation
Our family of 16, ages 8 months to 70 years, had the absolute BEST time at Casa Mara!! As beautiful as the photos are, the property is even more beautiful when you see it in person! There was more than enough space for our crew to have privacy if they wanted, naps for the babies, and each of the rooms was so bright and airy and so nicely decorated. The huge kitchen was perfect for making meals together and the outside grill area was perfect for our barbecues! We enjoyed eating our meals outside and one night sat around the fire pit and made s'mores!! The pool is gorgeous and with the water slide was a huge hit with the grandkids! We had volleyball games on the nice court, basketball games, and games of pool while a few of us kept up our exercise routines on the treadmill! We never needed to leave the property (and we didn't want to) and seriously we barely had time to do everything there was to do at Casa Mara! From our first rental inquiry, our questions were answered quickly and the Property Manager was in contact with us from the minute we arrived and very responsive if we needed assistance during out stay. We can't wait to visit Casa Mara again!! Don't hesitate to rent this fabulous property, you will be so happy you did!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David L., Yorba Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Guys Rule OGR Golf Trip
So a group of 12 guys decided to get together to play a golf tournament and we chose La Quinta California. We found a great property 10 minutes away in Palm Desert, Casa Mara. We have stayed at hotels as a group before but we opted for something different this time. This fantastic property had a bed for everyone, yes, that's correct12 beds, one for each guy. Plenty of restrooms and showers as well. But as good as the sleeping accommodations were, the kitchen and family room and pool and outdoor area and the indoor playground in the back were absolutely off the charts amazing! We went to Costco to procure our food for the four nights that we were there so that we could cook together and eat together and spend time whereas if we were at a hotel things are always so much more complicated. This house provided a great gathering experience for all of us. This place had plenty of TVs and a Sonos sound system so that we could play music by the pool and in the house. Fantastic air conditioning system and a perfectly set temperature on the pool made for a great for night stay. I would recommend this place highly. One of the features that made our stay great was the concert communication from the property manager, Kim. She was responsive to any requests that we had and it was very comforting to know that she could help us if we needed anything. Again, this is a beautiful property with lots of space for a large group to hang out in. We are looking forward to book in this house again in the future. Hit em straight!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly a desert oasis
This is the perfect house for a largish (~16) group of people to spend a great weekend together. The amenities are unbeatable, the house is well thought out and tastefully appointed, and check in and contact with the listing agent easy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best house in Palm desert we've stayed at
If you are comparing those house to another one, pick this one. Our group including kids from 2-5 and 4 adults had a great time. Worth every penny. Texted a couple questions to the property manager and heard back within minutes every time. The pool, lazy river, and waterslide kept everyone entertained all day long every day. The game room was huge and wonderful too. Couldn't have been more pleased with everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

anna marie p., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Retreat
We found the home in perfect condition. The accommodations were perfect for our group of 10. We had plenty of space to meet, relax, cook, swim etc. It really was the perfect spot for our retreat! We look forward to many returns!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a great time at Casa Mara. Our group of 13 enjoyed using the pool, spa and gameroom throughout our stay. Everything was very clean and well supplied. The property manager was very responsive. We highly recommend a stay at Casa Mara.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed our stay.
Place was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Strawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Mara
Great house on a great property! Lots room, and there was no reason to leave once we arrived.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Family Vacay EVER!!!
If you are looking for a fun gathering place for a large group, and you value clean, new, and beautiful facilities with tons of play options, look no further! We just spent 3 nights at Casa Mara with our 7 grandchildren and 7 kids celebrating our 40th anniversary, and EVERYONE said it was our favorite family vacation so far! No need to ever leave this well-designed property with so much space to spread out and quietly relax or gather together to loudly play! Our favorite activities were definitely the outdoor water slide, lazy river, spa, putting green, fire pit and indoor game room air hockey, ping pong, Paletons, puzzle building table, and big screen TV! Plenty of refrigerators throughout to keep drinks and snacks cool and handy. Kitchen well equipped and beds and linens so comfy! It’s like they thought of everything! Only downside is the cost, once all the mandatory fees are added.🙈 But if you can save up enough pennies, you won’t regret it!👍🏼 Thanks, Casa Mara Team, for your designing such an amazing home, maintaining it so well, and managing with excellent communication support!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Resort Living!
The property was outstanding, as was the property management. We ran into a few minor issues and a simple text and voila, it was resolved immediately. If you have a large group with disparate schedules and activities, this is a great place - plenty of space to move around, be with the group or be by yourself. We used every inch of the property and absolutely loved it!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian H., Orange County, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable Birthday
Was lucky enough to find this property and get the chance to see the incredible details and care that the owner has done to ensure the renter experience is not a disappointment. My wife enjoyed a relaxing weekend wife friends for her 40th birthday and couldn’t have been more happy with the home but also the chef and massage therapists that were provided by the property manager. Truly a memorable weekend and birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
This house and property were amazing. Honestly don’t have words to describe how happy my family was during our stay. There is always something for the kids to do and plenty of room to separate and relax. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021