A family-friendly stay in Palm Desert awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Indian Wells Tennis Garden and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Indian Wells Golf Resort. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 7.5 bathrooms and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a fenced private garden are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. Other amenities include laundry facilities, concierge services and limo/town car service. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Palm Desert holiday home include Agua Caliente Casino and Desert Willow Golf Resort.
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, Pickleball 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.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Optional golf privileges
Table tennis
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 6,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number STR2023-0448
Property is also known as
Casa Mara
Vrbo Property
471667
Frequently asked questions
Does Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis have a pool?
Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis has a heated pool and a pool.
What luxury perks are available at Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis?
This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.
What makes Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, private pools, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis.
Is Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis?
No, Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Steve J.
9 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place. Highly recommended
Steve J.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Jennifer G.
3 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The venue was lovely — clean,?lots of amenities. Our main challenge was that the pool spa and jets and slide were not functioning properly which required the host to have to remotely turn them on and off for us. The host was extremely responsive, however. We had a wonderful time.
Jennifer G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Owen T.
12 Dec 2025
Owen T.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ashley K.
7 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Mara was definitely one of the best houses my friends and I have ever stayed in. The house was so spacious and clean, with a kitchen stocked with plenty of dishware and cookware for my friends and I to cook delicious meals together :) The location of the house was only 10-15 minutes away from the golf courses we were planning on playing, and there were plenty of supermarkets and grocery stores nearby to have enough food during our stay. The beds were very comfortable, and it was such a lovely property- the private pickleball court was really fun, and we loved the pool and hot tub as well. The host was also gracious enough to not only let us check in a couple hours early, but also extended our check out time a couple more hours, which really helped us with our flight schedule! I highly recommend this property and would love to stay at this beautiful home again :)
Ashley K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aaron S.
5 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Property and communication was even better than advertised. 10/10
Aaron S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy M.
23 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a group of our kids, their spouses and all our grandkids. This is an annual event for us and out of all the other beautiful homes we’ve stayed in this one got 2 thumbs up from everyone! The bedrooms/bathrooms were nicely decorated, the kitchen was well equipped and spacious. The backyard was absolutely amazing!! The pool was just as beautiful as advertised. The kids loved the slide and the adults loved the spa. We spent one evening in the play room having fun with all the table games, and we even played pickle ball. We will be looking into this same property next year!
Cindy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joselyn M.
6 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our family of 13, ages 18 months to 88 years, had a fantastic time at Casa Mara! There was something for everyone to do and we were very comfortable in the home. There were plenty of sporting options, and all equipment was supplied. There was no need to ever leave! We also had a French Bulldog with us, and she absolutely loved having such a gigantic yard to run around in. We were at ease knowing the entire yard was securly fenced. The management was extremely responsive and helpful when we had questions. We would absolutely stay again!
Joselyn M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tracy M., Edmond, OK
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
We loved our stay at Casa Mara. There were 16 of us and we all had very comfortable amenities. The pool and hot tub were used nonstop. The floorplan is well thought out and never felt crowded. Highly recommend for a big group.
Tracy M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary F., Santa Fe Springs
15 July 2024
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.
Mary F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brent B., Fort Worth, Texas, USA
12 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
Property was perfect for a golf outing with friends. Highly recommended.
Brent B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denise C., United States of America
24 Jan 2024
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.
Denise C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Samantha M.
16 Nov 2023
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!
Samantha M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charlie L.
3 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Gorgeous property and perfect for large groups.
Charlie L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary F., SANTA FE SPRINGS
10 July 2023
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.
Mary F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rick D.
12 Apr 2023
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.
Rick D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
kim p.
25 Mar 2023
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!
kim p.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Catherine S.
4 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Perfect environment for a family
Catherine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tom S.
2 Mar 2023
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
Tom S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Geri B.
12 Feb 2023
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.
Geri B.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
keith h.
30 Jan 2023
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
keith h.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
suzanne h.
7 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Thanksgiving week
very spacious and appealing for a large group....lots of places to play, enjoy, and occasionally work.
suzanne h.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christine M.
6 Aug 2022
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!!
Christine M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
David L., Yorba Linda
18 May 2022
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!
David L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
michelle H.
10 May 2022
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.
michelle H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy M.
2 Apr 2022
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.