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Mountain-view retreat with amazing views of Palm Desert city lights & pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Palm Desert, CA
  • El Paseo Shopping District
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • McCallum Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mountain-view retreat with amazing views of Palm Desert city lights & pool

Cliff House - El Paseo Retreat

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Perched on a hillside with amazing Palm Desert views -- and just two miles from the El Paseo shopping district -- this private, five-acre, gated estate awaits for quiet, romantic getaways. With downtown Palm Desert and the El Paseo shopping district accessible in 3 miles, this hidden haven feels worlds away from your day-to-day. Palms Springs is a short drive away, and Joshua Tree National Park is an easy day trip. Hiking paths are accessible right out of the front gate.

The sunlit living room features plush furnishings, artisanal decor, an electric fireplace, and a 60" TV. Enjoy unencumbered 180-degree, panoramic, cliffside views of the entire Coachella Valley and mountain ranges from every room inside as well as the sparkling pool and spa. Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors offer seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining space to the 2,200-square-foot floor plan. Original architecture design offers classic light and airy desert living experience. Highlights include two sumptuous suites plus a gourmet kitchen. Stainless steel appliances and granite countertops shine in the gourmet kitchen. Keep the cook company at the kitchen bar, while an elegant dining room table seats guests as well. Gather for meals on the covered veranda or take the path through an enchanted yard to a hidden dining patio.

Towering hedges and a lush lawn create the atmosphere of a secret garden. Take in the spectacular views while relaxing on the covered veranda or follow the stone path to a secluded patio with a gas grill and a dining table. Pick a lime from the tree in the yard to use for drinks or salsa. Lovely landscaping and comfy loungers encircle the sprawling pool deck. Admire immaculate valley vistas while you unwind in the heated pool and spa.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This home is located on a cliff and may not be suitable for small children.
This is a pet-free property due to the homeowner's extreme allergies. Any animals brought into or around the perimeters of the home will result in immediate eviction, a minimum pet cleaning fee of $500, and loss of any reservation payment and fees.
Local regulations require that the property manager meet you within the first 24 hours of your arrival to review the applicable local ordinances and rules pertaining to your stay.
Palm Desert city ordinance prohibits loud music and unruly parties in residential neighborhoods, and strict occupancy rules are enforced. Over-occupancy and noise violations will result in fines and eviction without a refund.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Security camera details: One on Garage pointed at the driveway. One on the back side of the house pointing at the back lawn and gate.
2 days notification is required in order to heat the pool and pool spa.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of California
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palm Desert

Located in Palm Desert, this holiday home is in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Palm Springs Art Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Palm Canyon and Indian Canyon. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Indian Wells Tennis Garden or Agua Caliente Casino. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palm Desert, CA

What's nearby

  • El Paseo Shopping District - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Bighorn Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • McCallum Theatre - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • The Shops at Palm Desert - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 26 min drive
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stuft Pizza Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chef Tanya's Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mountain-view retreat with amazing views of Palm Desert city lights & pool have a pool?

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

Is Mountain-view retreat with amazing views of Palm Desert city lights & pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain-view retreat with amazing views of Palm Desert city lights & pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain-view retreat with amazing views of Palm Desert city lights & pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain-view retreat with amazing views of Palm Desert city lights & pool located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains and Palm Desert Cross. El Paseo Shopping District and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house, beautiful view

This property is a fine house for four people (two couples), as it is a two bedroom home with two king beds. The decor is very well done, and the setting and the view are magnificent. The place was spotless, but some minor shortcomings were the presence of only one half-box of Kleenex for the entire house, and a limited supply of toilet paper. The shower control knobs in the main bathroom are wonky and need to be replaced. Also, it should be noted that the access to the house involves a quarter mile of steep and winding single lane road, with several blind curves and only a few turnouts. It can be hair-raising to maneuver if you meet another car, and good luck if you are phobic about mountain roads without guardrails! My major complaint is being expected to pay $100 a day extra for having the pool and spa heated. This is an offensive surcharge that should be built into the price of what is a high-end rental. Just budget for the cost of utilities in the price that gets posted. What will be next - a surcharge for water and electricity?
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shahan A.

2nd stay, perfect in every way

Can’t beat the view, location is only about 8 mins from El Paseo, so very convenient. Can’t recommend this place enough. Hopefully will be back for a third stay soon.

10/10 Excellent

F. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in a perfect house

perfect stay, perfect house
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Desert Home

Great property. It had everything we needed. The pool and the house were wonderful and the check in process was easy. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David H.

Wonderful home for our vacation

Beautiful home, very private, exceptional view!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ash H.

Perfect as always

I've stayed here a few times because it's so amazing. It's become my new favorite destination and have actually been planning trips around when I can go to this house. Perfectly private but so close to incredible bars and restaurants. Clean and luxurious. INCREDIBLE view.
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Welcome to Heaven!

Best, most beautiful place in the entire world. Wish I could live here. Gorgeous pool, stunning views, zen atmosphere. Incredibly private but then only 5 minutes to El Paseo. It's the best of all worlds. Book it, you won't regret it.

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

Excellent experience in a gorgeous home! We highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Duane C.

First time VRBO

Clean, quiet, comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A True Retreat vacation

This property exceeded our hopes and expectations! The view was spectacular and the property was always quiet and private. The house was perfectly located on its own oasis on the mountain side. Great hikes just outside the front door. Beautiful setting, outstanding architecture and beautiful poolside vistas of the entire Palm Desert valley. Five star resort ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top of the world

This beautiful 2 bed/2bath sits on a mountain top looking down at city. great pool and hot tub
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Desert Gem

If you wanted to list all the attributes you would need for the location of your perfect getaway, Cliff House checks all the boxes. All the amenities are first class. Pool and spa were perfect, the view of the valley is unparalleled, and the privacy was unbelievable. You are only five minutes from shopping and dining on El Paseo. High marks on this property across the board. We will rent this again in the future
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10/10 Excellent

Shahan A.

Incredible view, perfect home

Everything about this home and stay was spectacular. Had a minor unscheduled landscaping call and owner/property manager were gracious in taking care of the inconvenience.

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert hilltop

Great view, quite and private.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent.

Lovely place and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Katie F.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mice

We loved the property. The fact that we didn’t have way to watch the baseball game and kept getting kicked out of the front gate was a bummer. The major reason for low star rating is that we discovered mice the last day of our stay.. if that was not an issue 5stars
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Our new go to getaway!

Perfect private getaway with all the amenities! Nice kitchen with everything we needed. We stopped at the grocery store before checking in and didn't leave until we had to check out. The pool was perfect for the two of us for morning, noon and night swims. Second visit here for us and plan on booking again the next chance we can.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael and PeTrea R.

The Best Place In the World, I'm Not Kidding

I started out staying here every time I was in Palm Desert, but it's so perfect that I've started planning trips to visit the house itself, rather than the other way around. The best way to explain it is this: all the comforts of home with all the luxuries of a 5-star resort. Absolutely amazing views, impeccable interior design, and the secluded location makes for a spa-like atmosphere. And just a 3 minute drive to downtown Palm Desert/El Paseo Drive, delicious restaurants, and great nightlife! Just book it, you'll thank me later.

10/10 Excellent

Tom V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place to Relax With an A+ View!

Had a great time doing nothing but enjoying the view while relaxing in the pool area. A nice place to get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

My family and I enjoyed our stay. Awesome property with Beautiful Views. Will book again in the future!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Stay

We absolutely enjoyed everything about our stay here. The property was amazing and very relaxing for us. I can't think of anything we needed that wasn't there. The views from the back yard area are wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Russ I., Marin County, California

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

You're renting the view.

The view is wonderful, and the breeze up the canyon, combined with a little elevation results in home slightly cooler than down in the valley. We found mouse dropping in drawers with napkins and cockroaches in the bathroom. The Spa never came on via the timer as we were told it would, but it did heat up in 20-30 min when we manually turned it on. The house is OK, the view is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to go back. The view is Amazing!!!

My wife and I were looking for a private quite house in the Palm Springs area and this place was prefect. The drive up the hill is a little tight as its a one lane road but, not bad once you get use to it. The house was clean and well equipped with everything you would need for your stay. The view is priceless 24 hours a day! It's just a quick drive down the hill to anything you need for shopping and restaurants. Only things that needs work are the cable channel guide is outdated and didn't match the current tv provider and the instructions that were email out about how to operate the spa are also outdated. Make sure you use the tablet provided inside the house to operate the pool and spa.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

deborah l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oh that view!

Spent two weeks and could have stayed longer. The view, the quiet, the hot tub, the location, the house layout- all just excellent!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Palm Desert spectacular valley and mountain view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home was beautifully decorated and immacculate. Kitchen was well-equipped and there were plenty of towels, including towels for hot tub. Close to El Paseo but up a steep one-way road (shared by several homes) that some people may find intimiating.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

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