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A pool with a waterfall, surrounded by rocks and palm trees, with a thatched-roof building nearby. - The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage (Desert Hot Springs)
An indoor pool area with a thatched roof, a wicker sofa, and a stone wall. - The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage (Desert Hot Springs)
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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. - The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage (Desert Hot Springs)
You can look forward to a firepit, a playground and an arcade/games room at The Grotto- 5bd/4ba-Waterfalls-Pool-Spa-Games Room-Secluded Acreage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

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

  • WELCOME TO YOUR PRIVATE DESERT RESORT!

    ESCAPE TO THE GROTTO - a stunning 2.5-acre property, where desert living meets tropical resort. This beautifully appointed 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers everything you need for an unforgettable getaway. From the amazing game room and outdoor paradise to the spacious primary suite and living room big screen, this home is perfect for large families, groups of friends, or anyone looking to unwind in idyllic surroundings.

    Permit #RVC-1449

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    🏡 Home Features & Amenities:

    • Spacious Luxury Living: 4,000 sq ft of living area across a main 4-bedroom home and attached casita for extra privacy

    • Inviting Great Room: Relax and catch the big game or stream TV and movies on the 70-inch smart TV, right off the pool and covered patio

    • Kitchen: Equipped with unique granite countertops, a natural gas cooktop, built-in water/ice fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, and double sink – perfect for creating memorable meals together

    • Dining Area: 12-seat dining table for family-style meals, with extra seating at the kitchen counter and bar-height table

    • Work Station: Bar height work table with high speed internet, USB charging and table height power outlets.

    • Games Room Paradise: Featuring:

    o Pool Table

    o Shuffleboard

    o Mandalorian Pro Pinball Machine

    o Full-sized Skee Ball Game

    o Custom 2-Person Arcade Racing Machine with 135 racing games

    o Golden Tee Arcade Game

    o Dome Hockey AND Full-sized Air Hockey

    o Outdoors: Putting green, 60-ft bocce ball court, cornhole, 12 foot chess board, and horseshoes

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    🛏 Bedrooms & Bathrooms:

    • Sleeps 15 Guests: 5 bedrooms with 7 beds + 2 sleeper sofas – extra space for all

    • Primary Suite: King bed, large TV, gas fireplace, and direct pool/patio access; spa-like en-suite with double onyx vanity and rain shower

    • Second Suite: King bed, en-suite bath with double vanity and tub/shower combo, private patio access

    • Third Bedroom: Queen-over-queen bunk bed, twin trundle, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, and TV

    • Fourth Bedroom: Queen bed, smart TV, and courtyard view, with nearby full bath

    • Casita: 2 Queen beds, smart TV, mini-fridge, and en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower

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    🌞 Outdoor Oasis:

    • Tropical Courtyard: Relax by the firepit or on the queen-sized outdoor round daybed in the gazebo

    • Resort-Style Pool: Swim through a 10-foot waterfall into a hidden grotto (cave), or enjoy the swim jets for resistance exercise

    • Heated Pool: Enjoy year-round swimming with gas heater (gas charges are billed based on usage)

    • Whirlpool Spa: Unwind in the raised 8-person spa (gas for the spa and grill are included in nightly rent)

    • Alfresco Dining: Built-in gas grill and covered dining area for meals with a view

    • In-ground firepit (gas charges are billed based on usage)

    • Outdoor Fun: Bocce ball court, putting green, cornhole, jumbo chess and horseshoes for endless entertainment

    • Lush Landscaping: Stroll through 2.5 acres of cacti, palms, and colorful flowers

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    📶 Extra Perks & Details:

    • Fast Wi-Fi: Stay connected with 50Mbps high-speed internet throughout the home

    • Washer/Dryer: For added convenience

    • Parking: Driveway parking for 6 vehicles, plus additional parking available at the back

    • Professionally Cleaned & Sanitized: In compliance with COVID-19 protocols

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    Important Notes:

    • Maximum occupancy: 15 guests with strict noise regulations

    • Fair Pool Heating / Firepit Costs: Charges are based on actual gas usage, typically $40-50/night in winter, $25/night in spring and fall, and no charge in summer

    • No parties, weddings, or receptions without prior approval

    • Peaceful neighborhood with sound-sensitive policies

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    We Can’t Wait to Host You! Whether you’re here for relaxation, adventure, or making memories with friends and family, this home is the perfect escape. Book your stay today and experience your new favorite desert tropical resort!

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About the area

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. Visit our Desert Hot Springs travel guide
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Desert Hot Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • A water tower labeled "Desert Hot Springs" in a desert landscape with mountains in the background.
    Desert Hot Springs Town Center
    11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Sands Rv & Golf Resort
    8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Cabot's Pueblo Museum
    9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Miracle Springs Spa
    13 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa
    14 min drive - 7.6 miles

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).

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Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

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
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
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

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
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
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

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Grotto! There were 12 girlfriends on this trip, and we fit perfectly into the space. The property is beautiful, and the gate and door codes made it easy for everyone to get in and out. Food deliveries and Ubers can come out to the house as well!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Three generations enjoy vacation together

The covered patio and grotto pool with waterfall was a real hit with the whole family, and the arcade room had all the right games to keep active teens entertained. The whole house is well appointed and all the bedrooms and baths were comfortable and neat. There is plenty of parking for larger groups. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fun house for a family trip. The front yard is a perfect spot to hang out all day long, with the pool, game room and space for games you can play on concrete. The pool is a little smaller than expected and the fact that the pool wasn't by all the backyard games made it a little difficult for the family to be all together.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great property

The property is wonderful for a family. Game room was great. Only issue we had was figuring out pool and hot tub controls. Needs to be set up on a scheduled program so people dont have to mess with the programming themselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

So many things to do!

Great property, lots of fun and so many activities--we didn't get to them all! The house is a bit smaller than expected, but there were still plenty of beds for my group. A few things could be tightened up around the house (fixtures, handles, etc.).
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Grotto

The home is within 15-20 minutes to everything. There is a lot to do right on site with the games room, cards and board games. With three families and generations the layout of the house was perfect for all of us. It had a private area for each family group and communal areas for all to meet as well. It's starting to show it's age but still very functional and peaceful (except for the rooster next door). I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this location for a larger group.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
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
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 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