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Round Glass House 1 Acre / 6 blocks to Spa Hotel with hot jacuzzis, sauna & pool

Holiday home in Desert Hot Springs with water park and fitness centre

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Front Patio showing redwood burl table and chairs
Front patio outside Glass House
Dining table with view
View of living room and bar/kitchen
Living Room, with dining table and partial bar

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Place, Miracle Springs Spa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Desert Hot Springs Town Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mission Lakes Country Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

+2
3 Double Futons, 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Round Glass House 1 Acre / 6 blocks to Spa Hotel with hot jacuzzis, sauna & pool

Coachella Music Festival I AND II: $300/NIGHT WITH 4 NITE MINIMUM.
This is the first round glass house built in 1957 by a famous mason and was pictured in the Los Angeles Times and numerous other newspapers. It Is One Of A Kind!!!!! Desert Hot Springs is home to over 20 spas.
This landmark home has views and is directly in the center of the historical cholla gardens, and according to the map the house was built on a VORTEX just like in Sedona, Arizona. Views of the beautiful San Gorgonio mountains. It sits on over one acre of beautifully landscaped gardens and paths. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 queen beds, 1 double, 1 queen couch, and two single beds, sleeps 8-10 with futons, and pullouts.
Two large patios, barbecue, park like setting. 5 blocks to nearest hot springs. 5 minutes to a fitness center, 15 minutes to Palm Springs, 5 minutes to the famous Cabot Yerxes Lodge Museum, 45 minutes to Joshua Tree, 15 minutes to Bob Hope Casino, 35 minutes to the Outlets, 2 minutes to Golf course, 2 minutes to walking trails. 20 minutes to Pappy and Harriots in Pioneer Town.
Numerous Hot Springs everywhere.....nearest one is 5 blocks away.
House is equipped with full kitchen, spices, teas, pots and pans, dishes, silverware, refrigerator with ice maker, electric range, toaster/oven, full large NEW oven, washer/dryer in garage. All towels and sheets. Circular driveway with room for 4 cars. Gardens light up at night automatically, heating, air-conditioning, moveable Amish fireplace, cable TV, new DVR, WiFi (Wireless Internet) 3 TV’s with DVD slots, DVD’s and DVR available in living room with full library and maps of nearby areas. Mexican pavers throughout the house.

Weekly gardener.

This is a perfect getaway for the bustle of city life.

It can accommodate and is absolutely perfect for yoga and meditation retreats as well as weddings and large family gatherings.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Always welcome!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Property Registration Number 374072

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Desert Hot Springs

Located in Desert Hot Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. Desert Hot Springs Town Center and Palm Springs Square Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sand to Snow National Monument and Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Palm Springs Swim Center or Big League Dreams Sports Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Desert Hot Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Miracle Springs Spa - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Mission Lakes Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Cabot's Pueblo Museum - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 13 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Mexican Cuisine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Round Glass House 1 Acre / 6 blocks to Spa Hotel with hot jacuzzis, sauna & pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Round Glass House 1 Acre / 6 blocks to Spa Hotel with hot jacuzzis, sauna & pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Round Glass House 1 Acre / 6 blocks to Spa Hotel with hot jacuzzis, sauna & pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Round Glass House 1 Acre / 6 blocks to Spa Hotel with hot jacuzzis, sauna & pool located?

Located in the heart of Desert Hot Springs, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Sand to Snow National Monument and Miracle Springs Spa. Desert Hot Springs Town Center and Cabot's Pueblo Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Really cool place!

Very restful stay at this unique spot, beautiful views & great communication with host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric r.

Great location, wonderfully equipped!

Will book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great desert garden and a wonderful home for friends and family to gather.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nelson R.

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

Lovely place.

Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Douglas H.

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

Thanksgiving family gathering

The house was fine as well as the location. The weather was brisk but nice. The house was old but well kept and enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

helene o.

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

Fabulous Desert Retreat

This house and surrounding acre offer a perfect getaway! The mid century architecture blends its design and comfort into the striking desert environment with spectacular views of the San Jacinto mountains. It truly is a magical home. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ganga Bhavani K.

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

Fantastic home and location!

We loved our stay at Jane’s home. As soon as we entered the home, there was a collective “wow” from all of us. The home was in a very convenient location and well equipped. We’d love to stay here every time we’re in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

tom d.

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

Round House in Magical Garden

The House ,gardens and view were magical. Morning coffee with the birds and watching first light of morning on the mountain. The evenings with the garden lighting was spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

CHERYL H.

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

Unique

We enjoyed our stay at the glass house very much. The cactus garden in the front yard is absolutely gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Excellent Accommodations

We were a party of 8 adults. The property was clean and well maintained. Great location with easy access to Joshua Tree and Palm Canyon for hiking as well as downtown Palm Springs. We had one plumbing issue which was resolved quickly by the property manager. Great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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

Relaxing get away.

Our family loved sitting out back and especially out front in the morning and in the evenings. This is definitely the desert experience. The house and all the amenities is as stated. We had a wonderful trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

Desert hide-away and architectural throwback

The Glass House is built around a circular kitchen, which was well stocked and legibly labelled. The panoramic views from the open living area featured desert specimens and local wildlife. The house was comfortable enough for a few days stay. The temperatures the week of our visit peaked at 117 F, so we were glad the air conditioning kept the house comfortable without issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice B.

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

60 modern

The living room and kitchen were perfect to socialize, cook,and play games for a group of 8.The view over the garden with the wall of windows was amazing. We saw quails, rabbits in the wonderful garden of cactus and desert plants
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa G.

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

Birthday Weekend in the Desert

I loved my stay in the glass house celebrating my birthday with my husband and two grown sons. We spent one day exploring Joshua Tree National Park which is close by. At night we went for dinner in Palm Springs which has many restaurants , shops and galleries. The next day we got a day pass in a nearby spa for massages and soaking in the hot mineral springs. Mostly, I just enjoyed sitting outdoors on the grounds of the house with the majestic views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

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

Rave Reviews for the Round House

Six of us stayed in the Round House over Christmas. What a unique and eccentric place to stay! Sure we could've rented a cookie cutter condo but we opted for character and boy did we get it. The house was clean and well appointed. We absolutely loved the front patio area and spent most of our time out there soaking in the sunshine and enjoying the peaceful vibes from the yard. While there we enjoyed trips to Palm Springs and Joshua Tree NP. Communication with the owner and the property manager was great and they were both very responsive with my many inquiries. We would stay here again for sure. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P., United States

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

Great Location for Desert Exploring

We really enjoyed our stay at this house. The front garden is a wonderful place for bird watching with a great variety of birds. We love the quails! The property is in a good location to easily get to Joshua Tree and also to the Indian Canyons and Palm Springs areas. We are hikers and really loved the variety of hikes. Our favorites were the Indian Canyons hike to the Seven Sisters Waterfall, the Morongo Valley Preserve and Mt. Ryan in Joshua Tree. The house is fairly well equipped and the kitchen is in a great location to both cook, chat and view the world outside. Thank you, Catherine
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V., CUDAHY, WI

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

Breathtaking

This property was wonderful to stay in. It felt so peaceful. Just about everything you need is available. You have neighbors but they are far enough away that you have a lot of privacy. We enjoyed the many bird species but especially the quail and dove families. ( wished the hummingbirds stayed around longer but most of the spring flowers were gone. ) Many rabbits and white tailed antelope squirrels running around too. Many things to do in the area but the house is so comfortable you almost don’t even care if you leave. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

A Beauty in the Desert!

Our month at the Glass Round house was wonderful ! This home is comfortable, well stocked and the owner is extremely responsive and caring. The sunrises and sunsets over the mountains are breathtaking. The bird and small animal activity are interesting and entertaining. We found 3 bird nests w eggs in the chollas' on the property! We appreciated the basket full of pamphlets & day trip suggestions. There is so much to do and see in this area ! Thank you Jane for a fabulous month in the desert!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas T., San Jose, California

Wonderful Retreat

The other 5-star reviews do a good job of describing the features that make this house so special, so I'l just add that I've stayed at the Glass House numerous times over the past 3-4 years, which says something in itself, and brought numerous friends and relatives here, all of whom have enjoyed it thoroughly and expressed interest in returning - and that the house is located on a quiet street on the edge of Desert Hot Springs at an elevation that provides a scenic view of Coachella Valley and 10,500 Mt. San Jacinto as well as an unobstructed view of sunsets over the mountains. The owner keeps the property up to snuff and is responsive to any questions and concerns. Once again, I'm hoping to return as soon as possible.

10/10 Excellent

William R., Lakeville

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

Wonderful Place to Stay, Especially for Group/Family

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Round House. The main feature is its approximate 42' of continuous floor-to-ceiling windows that spans the living room and overlooks the nice, desert landscaped yard. There was just the two of us, so really didn't take advantage of the home's numerous rooms. By the way, since the house is round, some of the rooms are pie-shaped as was the master BR. It would be a great place for a family, or two couples, or more. The house appears to have been built in the 50's or 60's, and was probably quite the place in its time. Although a bit weather-worn outside, it is very comfortable and has all the amenities you need, including a nice garage that fits one vehicle comfortably. The house is in Desert Springs which is about a half-hour away from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, etc. But that is probably why we got it for the price we did. However, it is that much closer to Joshua Nat'l Park. Please note: the instructions for entering the house are a bit confusing. As far as we could tell, there is NOT an active alarm system one needs to disarm upon entering. Simply a lock box with the keys you need to come and go.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michele A., Monterey, California, USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Unique desert retreat with a few glitches

This round house is a quiet retreat with cholla and desert landscaping that made us want to spend all of our time in the front yard, watching hummingbirds, quail, roadrunners, and rabbits and enjoying the view of Mount San Jacinto. This place is set up for family gatherings and retreats, with a well-equipped kitchen (cabinets labeled so you can find everything!), lots of seating in the main room, and beds galore. It was great to have access to the garage and the washer and dryer. Overall, this is a clean, lovely, welcoming home. A few things to know: Because of the vegetation, the front yard feels pretty private, especially if you park your car to block the view from the driveway that goes behind the house. There is also a fairly private and shaded side yard. The back yard is not private because there is another house on the 1-acre lot, with direct lines of sight to the back sitting area, and into the back bedroom/sitting room. People from the other house on the property occasionally showed up unannounced, chasing a dog or doing something with the garbage cans, and they tended to look at us when going up their driveway. If you want real privacy, this isn't a great set-up. Neighbors tend to keep to themselves, but one next-door neighbor plays elevator music outdoors almost every day, all day. And sometimes dogs bark all around the house, though this was not an ongoing issue while we were there. There are small problems that would be easy enough to fix, like missing slats on vertical blinds (particularly in the front of the house, making it especially difficult to reduce glare and reflections on the TV ). Many windows needed touch-up cleaning (hand prints, fingerprints, nose prints, etc.), and the floors needed to be mopped. Toward the left end, beware of the knee-banger rock sticking out! The biggest issue for us was checking in. Jane assured us her cleaners wear masks and we asked for doors and windows to be opened for ventilation. We arrived a bit early to check in, and found out that the house cleaner was not wearing a mask and did not appear to have one with her. We ended up opening up the house and waiting for it to air out before moving in. It's impossible to know whether COVID precautions are followed unless you see yourself — and unfortunately, we saw they were not followed. We accidentally broke a mirror in the house (sorry Jane!), and Jane has been easy to work with to arrange payment for the replacement.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawna B.

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

Cousins weekend

Truly the most relaxing weekend. The house was so interesting, the grounds and wildlife were amazing. We sat for hours on the patio just watching the birds, bunnies, chipmunks, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doe K.

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

Amazing & Unique desert house

What a special place! We loved the architecture, collectibles, cactus garden, and peacefulness. We made a big Thanksgiving feast here, and it was a perfect setting and the (round) kitchen, though cosy, had everything necessary included great oven and induction cooktop. Then we enjoyed a few quieter days and it was an equally wonderful place to unwind. The views of the sunrises, sunsets, and lively garden are amazing. A few practical notes: The sleeping areas include 2 private bedrooms, a huge "camping" room with several beds and more mattresses, and another listed bedroom with 2 twins that is actually the passageway into the bunk room. There is no dishwasher. One suggestion - add a fire pit on the beautiful front terrace! Thanks much for sharing your amazing home!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

A Lovely Quiet Stay

This is our second girls trip to the round house and we simply love it here. There is lots of space, so you can either nap in your room while watching the critters outside or you can do puzzles in the main room gazing through the panoramic window. Super relaxing. (Also if you have time, hit a hot springs spa and the Cabot Pueblo Museum.)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jason L.

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

Fun place that's a little kooky

Rolling up to this place, I was worried I was lost. It's pretty far north of Palm Springs proper (25 minutes), it's on a dirt road in a quasi-suburban neighborhood, and the house is set pretty far back from the road. But once we found it and got inside, the kids were pumped. While somewhat dated, the home has lots of space and interesting/weird details that make it fun. The furniture is mod and eclectic, as is the decor (and these are good things). Some of the spaces are cramped - and it was hard to figure out how to use the cook top - but the A/C and fans worked great and the beds were comfortable. Everyone loved the wildlife that's right out the door - the pheasants were a big hit. The adults loved the nice outdoor space and the kids loved the huge bedroom with beds for everyone. And the home design is surprisingly interesting - I kept noticing little details even after a couple of days. If I had to complain, we got tired of bumping into things in the smaller bathroom, and we found some bugs inside. But nothing we couldn't handle, and travel is an adventure. Suffice to say, if you're looking for a big and fun/kooky place not too far from Palm Springs, you found it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by JaneTess Davis

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At age 18 I read the Adele Davis book 'Lets Eat Right to Keep Fit.' That was 60 years ago. That was my bible. I have been on the path to health and nutrition ever since. Too many people today encourage diseases by their poor nutrition and by overeating. Today we MUST supplement our nutrition with appropriate vitamins and minerals because our many foods are lacking those essential elements that we need to sustain a good long and healthful life. Desert life fits right into a healthful way of life. Lots of new changes. This beautiful Glass House is my RETREAT.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with the gardens on this 1.2 acre property. The Round Glass House is a dream come true. Wild life is abundant. When I stay here I go nowhere else. I just sit and look at the beauty and the squirrels, chipmunks, quail, roadrunners, cottontails, and an occasional coyote. Night sunsets with bright stars!!! Shining all over the universe! Also have a wonderful manager Alex Terraza who can be called at any time.

What makes this property unique

Only 6 blocks to the famous Spas of Desert Hot Springs. Walking trails, hikes, 45 minutes to Joshua Tree, golf courses, great restaurants, 15 minutes to Palm Springs. The house is equipped with everything. Just bring yourselves. We have a new DVR which makes it easy to turn on the TV. Record what you like and watch later at your convenience.

At night the lights go on in the front and back gardens automatically. It is a light garden show. Sit outside at night and you may think you are in Paradise!!!

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English, French, German, Italian

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