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Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Escape to Casa Mara, a serene desert oasis where modern comforts blend with nature's tranquility. Unwind by the pool or explore the nearby Joshua Tree National Park and El Paseo shopping district. This luxurious retreat features an art gallery, outdoor kitchen, Sonos sound system, spacious game room and gym with Peloton equipment.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 186000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool

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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

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre
A water park, a fitness centre and Access to hot tub are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities and limo/town car service are on-site. The holiday home has 7 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park, Access to hot tub and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • 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
  • Water park
  • 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

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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

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
Property Registration Number STR2023-0448

Property is also known as

Casa Mara
Vrbo Property
471667

About the area

Map
Palm Desert, CA

What's nearby

  • Palm Desert Country Club - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Indian Wells Tennis Garden - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Toscana Country Club - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Indian Wells Golf Resort - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Desert Willow Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Nobu Indian Wells - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ralphs Fuel Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis located?

This family-friendly Palm Desert holiday 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 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Casa Mara - An Exclusive Desert Oasis Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Annie Meiyu z.

5-Stars

"It's a pretty house .everything perfect"

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelsey P.

Gorgeous Getaway!

"We absolutely loved staying here! The house is gorgeous, lots of space to hang out and enjoy, the beds and pillows are so comfortable, plenty of restrooms including one by the pool for everyone to use, we only wished we could've stayed longer, it's a great getaway house!"

10/10 Excellent

Joselyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie L.

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

Great Getaway

Gorgeous property and perfect for large groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nakia H.

5-Stars

"Great place to spend with family. Lots to do on the premises."

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

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

8/10 Good

Catherine S.

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

Family vacation

Perfect environment for a family
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo L.

Perfect vacation home

The house is perfect for a large group. Plenty of things to do on the property. Beautiful layout. Large kitchen.
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10/10 Excellent

David R.

Great Stay

"Overall, great stay. Super easy and responsive. Home is super clean."

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

Rick D.

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

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

Tom S.

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Perfect Place for our Large Group

"This was a perfect place for our large group to come for the weekend. The house, kitchen and bedrooms were all top quality and the pool/gaming areas were awesome. Would definitely book again!"
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10/10 Excellent

Tessina L.

Very Enjoyable

"An amazing house for large groups with kids. The pool & playroom were a hit and made the stay very enjoyable."
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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."
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10/10 Excellent

Brendan M.

An all around good stay!

"This place has an amazing outdoor space and is very well designed inside. We had a large group and it was very comfortable. The management company was friendly and responsive. An all around good stay!"
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10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Great House

"Great house, outdoor area and pool. I highly recommend it."
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Incredible Property

"Incredible property just around the corner from the Tennis Garden. The backyard is a family oasis with so much to do! Well appointed house with lots of comfortable spaces to hang out and enjoy time with friends and families. Would definitely stay again."

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

cassi w.

Just as advertised and even more

"The hosts were very responsive and the property was absolutely impeccable! Just as advertised and even more. The water slide is truly the cherry on top!"

10/10 Excellent

Geri B.

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Abe L.

Great for Groups!

"Amazing location for big groups who want to relax and enjoy the sunny desert. Our team loved the different spaces to hang out, work in and also all of the activities like ping pong, billiards, an amazing pool and hot tub, beach volleyball court, etc. Communication with the host was really great - we ran into some small problems but Jen & team addressed them immediately with kindness and professionalism! :) Would definitely stay again!"
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10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

Great Experience!

"Would definitely recommend this place for a large group. There are lots of activities that can be done here such as swimming, basketball, volleyball, mini golf, and a game room. I appreciate how responsive the host was as well! Overall had a great experience!"
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

Beautifully appointed, well-maintained, and very clean

"Casa Mara was the perfect location for our girls weekend retreat! Beautifully appointed, well-maintained, and very clean. The bedrooms were a great size and the beds were very comfortable. Both the indoor and outdoor space were perfect for a large group looking to spend time together and relax in the sun. We would definitely come back next time we are in Palm Springs!"