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The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage

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A pool with a waterfall, surrounded by rocks and palm trees, with a thatched-roof building nearby.
An indoor pool area with a thatched roof, a wicker sofa, and a stone wall.
A well-lit residential property with a stone patio, palm trees, and a waterfall feature.
A tropical garden with palm trees, rocks, and a wooden structure with a sign.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a fireplace, a TV mounted on a stone wall, and a balcony with a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Place, Sands Rv & Golf Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot's Pueblo Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Desert Hot Springs Town Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Casita

2 Queen Beds

King Guest

1 King Bed

Primary Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Queen Guest

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Casita Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Hallway Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

King Guest Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Desert Hot Springs

Located in Desert Hot Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cabot's Pueblo Museum and Palm Springs Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Sands Rv & Golf Resort. Travelling with kids? Make time for Palm Springs Convention Center, or head to an event or a match at Agua Caliente Casino. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain biking, hiking and cycling nearby.
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Desert Hot Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Sands Rv & Golf Resort - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Cabot's Pueblo Museum - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Miracle Springs Spa - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 14 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 20 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage have a pool?

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

Is The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Sands Rv & Golf Resort, Desert Hot Springs Town Center, and Sand to Snow National Monument. Cathedral Village Shopping Center and Century Plaza Shopping Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay, we had a lot of fun with our friends just relaxing by the pool and enjoying the house. Norman was great, communicating well ahead of time so that we had everything we needed for a fun trip!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home for large families with kids to keep everyone entertained! We loved the pool, hot tub and game room, a favorite was playing the outdoor chess game. Will definitely be looking forward to another stay at the Grotto! Host was outstanding and replied back promptly with any questions. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Hope to return sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with great amenities and lots of land to roam around. We had family from age 9-75 and there was something enjoyable for every age. Great property for dogs to run around and play in an enclosed space. House has a lot of electronics and remotes to get use to, but host was very responsive and helpful with all of our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fantastic. Great local getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend stay overall! Norman was great to interact with, very responsive, and easy to communicate with throughout our time there.The absolute rockstar of the trip was the outdoor area—playing in the pool with the active waterfall was an incredible highlight, and relaxing in the hot tub with those powerful jets was such a comfort after a long day.A couple of minor things were down when we arrived (the BBQ grill needed a good cleaning before use, and two of the games weren't functioning), but the amazing pool setup and Norman's hospitality made for a fantastic trip. We’d definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious property that is definitely Family Friendly. Many activities inside and outside without even leaving the property. The game room was large with many games and enough room for everyone to be in there at the same time. We had 4 Teens and ZERO complaints of boredom. Our family of 11 had plenty of sleeping choices. The host was amazing, we had a simple issue with a bedroom light and he had a handyman to the property within an hour to fix it. Very easy to contact the host and receive a quick response. The waterfall pool and jacuzzi were a big hit and got plenty of use. It is an amazing place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful with details. The hotbtub was amazing and came in handy with the cooler weather. The game room was fun. THE BEDS WERE SUPER WONDERFUL!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Plenty of space. Great for family time. Pool was amazing. Beds were very comfy. It was a little bit older house and this a few things a little less accessible, like the master shower. But very quaint and perfect for what we needed. Host was very easy to communicate with. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Norman was extremlely responsive, the house and amenities were among the best quality we've ever stayed at, kitchen, pool, game room, all amazing - getting ready to book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it. From the 7 year old to the 82 year old, this is a great sport for a large extended family gathering.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing and such a paradise! I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for beautiful, tranquil luxury! Our group had so much fun and I cannot recommend this home enough! We were so happy in the accommodations were so beautiful. Thank you to our most gracious host who took care of every little detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Kitchen had everything that we needed. Air conditioners worked great. It was a little challenging to get into the Jacuzzi. Couple of the games in the game room did not work and to access the game room you had to walk through the master bedroom. Other than it was a great rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay with our extended family at the Grotto. It was a nice home base for exploring Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs. Both the kids and adults especially loved the game room. The house also has a helpful, detailed guide explaining how everything works. Norman was very quick and responsive to our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay

This was an excellent property with all the amenities we needed. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time at the oasis. Loved the pool and game room. Spacious and well maintained. The host was very friendly and responsive to any questions during our stay. We would consider staying there again if we were to visit Palm Springs again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Renter

The place was great. secluded and the pools were very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property with amazing pool

Property and home were great, with amazing pool. Great for families! Kitchen had everything we needed to make meals at the house when we wanted to. Very clean, and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Grotto was a perfect setting for our family reunion. Clean and comfortable, we enjoyed the indoor space as well as the several games and especially the shaded swimming pool and hot tub. The back of the house is desert landscaped with a beautiful view of the mountains. Norman was quickly responsive to a minor issue and the kitchen was well equipped including a nice espresso machine for my son the barista. In summary, a great venue for a family reunion. We would happily stay here again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful restful oasis we enjoyed with the entire family. Kids absolutely lived in the pool and hot tub. This house had very comfortable beds and all the kitchen amenities that we needed to make our stay enjoyable. Host was very responsive to my messages and directions were very clear and concise. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Desert Oasis

Beautiful property with lots to do for kids. Easy access to activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the house, had all the amenities, the hot tub access was a bit tricky… use caution. It was expensive however it was also Stagecoach weekend! Pool/jacuzi controls were a bit tricky as well however the host was very responsive and helpful with everything! My sister left clothes behind and they promptly returned them to us which was greatly appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

80th birthday celebration

The Grotto was beautiful and the accomodations were very comfortable for our group of 8. We enjoyed the birds and resort-like grounds and are very happy with our stay. Thank you for making your lovely home available and for providing great communication before and during our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Home, Great Property

This house was all that we expected. We had a wonderful week and enjoyed all the amenities. I think the pool and game room were the biggest hits!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing guys golf trip

Place is exactly as advertised. It was Clean had tons of room for out party of 12. the pool and spa are great only 20 min from most golf courses . And it was nice to have all the room with no neighbors.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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