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Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis

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Welcome to Casa Mara! A true desert oasis.
Enjoy a game of volleyball in our full regulation size volleyball court!
Large open Concept space is perfect for you and your guests
Palm Room: The Primary Suite
So many activities to do, so little time
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
9 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 18557 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Enjoy the area

Map
Palm Desert, CA
  • Popular LocationPalm Desert Country Club5 min walk
  • Popular LocationBermuda Dunes Racquet Club19 min walk
  • Popular LocationIndian Wells Tennis Garden5 min drive
  • AirportBermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)6 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Cactus

1 King Bed

Clay

1 King Bed

Driftwood

1 King Bed

Moon - Detached Casita

1 King Bed

Palm - Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Rock

2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

Sand

1 Queen Bed

Sun - Detached Casita

1 King Bed

Water

1 King Bed

7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Cactus - Private Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Casita Jack n Jill Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Clay and Driftwood - Shared Bath 2

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 8

Toilet

Palm - Primary Ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Rock - ensuite bath

Toilet · Shower only

Sand - Shared Bath 1

Toilet · Shower only

Water - ensuite bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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.
Cactus: King bed direct patio access, en suite bathroom with shower and tub.
Clay: King bed, shared bathroom with shower.
Driftwood: King bed, shared bathroom with shower.
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. 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. There is a fee of $400 for both or $200 for either early check in or late check out.

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
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Palm Desert

Located in Palm Desert, this vacation home is near theme parks and in the mountains. McCallum Theatre and Coachella Valley History Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit El Paseo Shopping District and Old Town La Quinta. Traveling with kids? Make time for Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Palm Desert, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Desert Country Club - 5 min walk
  • Bermuda Dunes Racquet Club - 19 min walk
  • Indian Wells Tennis Garden - 5 min drive
  • Desert Willow Golf Resort - 7 min drive
  • El Paseo Shopping District - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Victor K.

Incredible!
"Incredible house. Pool structure and game room especially great for a group trip with those that enjoy activities."

10/10 Excellent

Brent B., Fort Worth, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
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10/10 Excellent

Karen C., Atlanta

A Truly Spectacular Experience!
We had 18 adults and 2 children here for my mother's 90th birthday. It was absolutely spectacular! The teens immediately took over each "play area" - game room, basketball court, lazy river, putting green, while the adults enjoyed the firepit with a nightly glass of wine. It was the perfect place for all of us to be together while enjoying so many different things to do. Great location to visit Joshua Tree and downtown Palm Springs when we weren't enjoying the house. Loved working with TRAVLR as well - they answered all my questions very quickly and the recommendations for restaurants and private chef were great. I was still hearing rave reviews from my family a full week after leaving!
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10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

5-Stars
We booked Casa Mara for a group trip and it was fantastic. 9 couples stayed with at the house and there was plenty of room and privacy. The grounds made us feel like we were at our own private resort and the property manager was quick to respond to any questions that we had. The layout was perfect for a group trip (lots of hangout areas, but also plenty of space). Many special memories were created around the fire, in the game room, and in the hot tub. Everything was clean and thought of. We will be back!!

About the host

Hosted by Jen Wampole

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TRAVLR Vacation Homes elevates design and service for the new modern traveler. With iconic destinations in the California Desert, thoughtfully curated homes, and attentive service, TRAVLR ushers in a new era of luxury hospitality for group travel.

Whether you are traveling with your family on a weeklong spring break trip to Palm Springs, or looking for a romantic escape in La Quinta for just the two of you, it is the simple things that are most important. TRAVLR Vacation Homes welcomes you to revel in time together tasting local, freshly picked dates from a farm in Indio, adventure in a hot air balloon through the warm desert sky or lounge fireside at your private villa sharing stories over gooey S'mores. We have curated spaces that encourage fulfilling, shared experiences that connect you to the people you love, local culture, and the beauty of the California desert, all while making memories and dreams at your own private vacation residence. Our drive to host elevated group experiences requires the utmost attention to quality, maintenance and cleanliness standards to exceed expectations of all our valued guests.

The team at TRAVLR Vacation Homes are like a family. Each individual brings their unique personality to create distinctive moments for our guests -- sharing local traditions, delivering highly personalized service, and crafting unforgettable experiences that last a lifetime by pairing you with the perfect vacation home to suit your group travel needs. Providing an unmatched guest experience that fuses the best of technology, resort amenities and design to create an effortless vacation is what we are all about.

We can't wait to see you in sunny California soon!

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