Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 29
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony
Explore the area
St. George, UT
Dixie Convention Center
Place, Dixie Convention Center
6 min drive
Fiesta Family Fun Center
Place, Fiesta Family Fun Center
7 min drive
Utah Tech University
Place, Utah Tech University
8 min drive
St. George, UT (SGU)
Airport, St. George, UT (SGU)
11 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 29)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
+2
6 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3
+2
6 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 King Bed
Bedroom 6
1 King Bed
Bedroom 7
1 King Bed
8 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Bathroom 6
Bathroom 7
Bathroom 8
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)
Laguna Matata is one of a limited number of premium lagoon front homes in Desert Color Resort, located directly on the iconic two point five acre lagoon in St George. Designed for large groups, this professionally furnished home sleeps up to twenty nine guests across multiple en suite bedrooms and features a private heated pool and hot tub, expansive dining and gathering spaces, and panoramic resort views across three levels.
The space
• Sleeps 29 across 7 bedrooms • En suite bedrooms throughout • Private heated pool with direct lagoon and beach access • Private hot tub on upper deck • Direct lagoon front location • Multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas • Gourmet kitchen with high end appliances and island seating • Multiple dining areas including indoor and outdoor dining • Stackable style doors for indoor outdoor dining flow • Game and entertainment spaces across multiple levels • Convertible ping pong and pool table • Xbox consoles in bunk rooms • PlayStation consoles in bunk rooms • Fire pit and expansive decks with resort views • Kitchenette with sink, ice maker, and microwave on upper level • Laundry room • Mudroom • Garage stocked with recreation equipment
Home layout
First Floor
• Private pool with loungers and direct lagoon access • Gourmet kitchen with island • Dining table and bar seating • Gathering room with HDTV • King bedroom with en suite bathroom • Mudroom • Outdoor dining area with heat lamp • Half bathroom
Second Floor
• Bunk room with five queen beds and one twin bed, en suite, with Xbox consoles • King bedroom with en suite bathroom • King bedroom with en suite bathroom • King bedroom with en suite bathroom • Outdoor deck with hot tub and seating • Laundry room
Third Floor
• King bedroom with en suite bathroom • Bunk room with two queen beds and four twin beds, en suite, with PlayStation consoles • Convertible ping pong and pool table • Large gathering area with HDTV • Kitchenette with sink, ice maker, and microwave
Garage amenities
• 3 paddle boards • 3 kayaks • 8 pickleball paddles • Bocce ball set • Spikeball set • 4 lawn chairs • Lawn games
Your stay
Mornings at Laguna Matata begin with lagoon views and easy access to the sandy beach just steps from the pool deck. The home is designed for effortless group flow, with generous gathering spaces, flexible dining options, and multiple entertainment zones that allow everyone to find their rhythm. Days move naturally between lagoon time, poolside lounging, and games throughout the home, while evenings are best spent sharing meals, watching sunsets from the decks, or winding down together across the living spaces.
Desert Color Lagoon and Resort Amenities
Guests enjoy full access to the Desert Color community amenities: • Two point five acre Desert Color Lagoon with sandy beaches and warm water • On site rentals for paddle boards, kayaks, cabanas, and golf carts • Year round heated resort pool and oversized hot tubs • Rooftop sundeck, shaded cabanas, and lounge seating • Six community pickleball courts plus miles of trails and parks • Seasonal events including food truck nights, rooftop yoga, family crafts, and poolside movies
Partner Experiences and Guest Discounts
Laguna Matata guests unlock curated partner experiences with preferred pricing and discounts. After booking, your guest portal will show direct links and promo details so you can easily reserve. Highlights include preferred ticket pricing at Tuacahn Amphitheater, special offers at BigShots Golf and Sand Hollow Golf Course, adventure rental discounts, family activity savings, private dining and group catering options, Crumbl mini cookie packs, and Nico’s Fresh Homemade Salsa available with a guest discount. All partner details and booking links live in your guest portal after reservation.
St George Local Highlights
• BigShots Golf at Desert Color one mile • St George Airport SGU ten miles • Black Desert Resort Golf Course fourteen miles • Tuacahn Center for the Arts fifteen miles • Sand Hollow Golf Course twenty one miles • Zion National Park fifty three miles • Dining, shopping, and groceries minutes away
Parking
Boat, RV, and trailer parking available in the designated Desert Color community areas.
Construction notice
The Desert Color community is a growing resort with new homes and amenities under construction. Some daytime construction noise may occur during normal business hours. Please stay clear of any clearly marked active work zones. Please do not set the pool heater above 88 degrees - We feel like 88 degrees is a great pool temperature for all ages year-round. We monitor the pool heater and there will be an extra pool-heating charge if we find guests have turned it up beyond that.
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Please do not set the pool heater above 88 degrees - We feel like 88 degrees is a great pool temperature for all ages year-round.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3638914vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
St. George
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Desert Color, a neighbourhood in St. George. Rosenbruch Wildlife Museum and Fiesta Family Fun Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Outlets at Zion and Red Cliffs Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider St. George Children’s Museum, or check out an event or a game at Tonaquint Park Tennis Center.
Thunder Junction All Abilities Park - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
Utah Tech University - 8 min drive - 12.5 km
St. George Utah Temple - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
Getting around
St. George, UT (SGU) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
FiiZ Drinks - 11 min drive
The Breakfast House - 10 min drive
Culver's - 8 min drive
LongHorn Steakhouse - 9 min drive
Fizz - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?
As of 20 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) on 16 August 2026 start from NZ$1,725, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Dixie Convention Center, Rosenbruch Wildlife Museum, and Thunder Junction All Abilities Park. Fiesta Family Fun Center and St. George Children’s Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We had a wonderful stay at this home! The location was absolutely perfect — close to everything we needed while still feeling private and peaceful. The house had tons of amenities and thoughtful touches that made our stay extra comfortable. You can tell there was real attention to detail throughout. Access was super easy, and the communication was fast, clear, and helpful from start to finish. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!
Awesome place, feels like you are on a beach vacation in Utah. House came with paddleboards and kayaks which was nice. Kids loved the bunk rooms. Host was very accommodating. Will stay here or at anther one of their properties again!
This property was even better than what we thought it would be. We had a party of 29 for a family reunion. Everyone came in from out of town & it was a perfect house for a big family gathering. All the adults had their own king bed & ensuite and the kids loved staying together in the bunk rooms. The pool was great & the property allows the kids to go right out to the 2.5 acre lagoon. There were already beach chairs and umbrellas for anyone to use around the lagoon. This property had kayaks and paddle boards for us to use, so we didn't need to rent any. The house sound system for the pool patio and 3rd floor worked, but we couldn't get the rest of the house to connect. The hosts responded quickly to any questions we had & when we had issues figuring out the sound system, they came right over to help. There were plenty of dishes & utensils for our big family. A few of the rooms had extra pillows and blankets in the closets. There is a washer/dryer on the 2nd & 3rd floors. Shampoo/conditioner/body wash was provided in each bathroom, including hand soap in all bathrooms & dish soap in the kitchen. There were 2 dishwashers, which was a huge help for us. We were especially grateful that for check out there wasn't a long list of cleaning that they required, especially since we pay for a cleaning fee, so we really appreciated the very easy check-in & check-out process. My family was asking if I could check to see if we could book this same house for next summer already!
Rachel J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Ember Vacation Rentals
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