Consider a stay at Mountaintop Estate | Lap Pool, Spa, Outdoor Kitchen, Valley Views, Privacy and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a water park, and a firepit. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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About this property
Mountaintop Estate | Lap Pool, Spa, Outdoor Kitchen, Valley Views, Privacy
Summary:
Architect-designed mountaintop estate in South Palm Desert's Cahuilla Hills, etched into the mountain with floor-to-ceiling glass framing panoramic valley, desert, and golf course views. 3,600+ sq ft across 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, sleeping up to 8. Extra-long lap pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, alfresco dining, fire pit lounge, and Sonos sound system. Floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, chef's kitchen, and exquisite design throughout. Total privacy. Unforgettable sunsets. 15 min to El Paseo.
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The Space:
There are desert homes, and then there is VISTA. Perched in the Cahuilla Hills above South Palm Desert and etched into the mountain itself, this architect-designed estate feels less like a vacation rental and more like a cinematic set piece, the kind of property that stops you cold the moment you arrive. Floor-to-ceiling glass wraps the entire rear of the home, framing an uninterrupted panorama of the valley floor, the rolling desert hills, and the golf course below. At sunset, the sky turns extraordinary shades of amber and rose, reflected in the surface of the extra-long lap pool that stretches along the mountain's edge.
Inside, the architecture is bold and warm in equal measure: a floor-to-ceiling natural stone fireplace anchors the living room, walnut cabinetry lines the chef's kitchen, and polished concrete floors run throughout. The dining room seats 10 beneath a sculptural pendant chandelier, with the valley stretching to the horizon through walls of glass. Every room opens directly to the outdoors, this home was designed to dissolve the line between inside and out.
The outdoor terrace is a full outdoor living room: a covered fire pit lounge, outdoor kitchen and BBQ, al fresco dining, and the lap pool with spa, all facing the valley. Evenings out here, with the Sonos system running and the desert going quiet below, are genuinely hard to leave.
Sleeps 8 | 3 Bedrooms + Den | 4 Bathrooms | 3,600+ sq ft
Bedrooms
- Primary suite: King bed, live-edge walnut headboard, floor-to-ceiling glass with pool and valley views, en-suite bath with dual vanity and walk-in shower
- Bedroom 2: King bed, floor-to-ceiling glass with mountain and pool views, en-suite bath
- Bedroom 3: King bed, sliding glass door to desert landscape views
- Den: sleeps 2 additional guests with rollaway beds
Interior highlights
- Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen with panoramic valley views
- Floor-to-ceiling natural stone fireplace
- Walnut cabinetry kitchen with quartz island, double ovens, and pro appliances
- Dining table seats 10 beneath sculptural pendant chandelier
- Eames lounge chair and designer furnishings throughout
- Polished concrete floors
- Sonos whole-home sound system
- High-speed WiFi
- Garage features parking, TESLA charger + free weights and small gym area, and two bicycles for guest use
Outdoor features
- Extra-long lap pool (optional pool heat is available for a fee, please inquire) with in-ground spa (hot tub)
- Covered fire pit lounge seating
- Outdoor kitchen and BBQ
- Al fresco dining terrace
- Sun loungers with unobstructed valley views
- Total privacy from neighboring properties
- Dramatic sunset and mountain views from every outdoor space
Guest Access:
- This home is not recommended to stay with children
- Garage parking is available
- Exterior security cameras are in place
The Neighborhood:
VISTA is located in the Cahuilla Hills neighborhood of South Palm Desert, a private mountain setting above the valley. Whether you're here for a design-minded escape, a milestone celebration, or simply to watch the desert sunset from a pool at the edge of the mountain, VISTA delivers an experience that is genuinely difficult to replicate anywhere in the Coachella Valley.
- El Paseo (dining, boutiques, galleries): ~15 minutes
- Whole Foods and everyday amenities: ~10 minutes
- Indian Canyons Trailhead: ~15 minutes
- Palm Springs downtown: ~20 minutes
- Palm Springs International Airport: ~25 minutes
- Coachella/Stagecoach festival grounds: ~30 minutes
Getting Around:
- Onsite parking is available
- The LVP Team can assist with rental cars and shuttle services as requested
Other Things to Note:
Check-in time: 4pm / check-out time: 11am
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Interaction with Guests:
After booking, guests will receive a link to the LuxPass which includes our terms and conditions, a check-in form, and other helpful information for your stay. A representative from our team will meet you at the property upon arrival.
Located in Palm Desert, this vacation home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. PGA West Golf Course and Empire Polo Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Palm Canyon. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Indian Wells Tennis Garden or Agua Caliente Casino. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain climbing. Visit our Palm Desert travel guide
Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Palm Springs Convention Center
47 min drive - 38.6 km
Palm Canyon
52 min drive - 37.5 km
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
57 min drive - 53.8 km
Getting around
Palm Springs Station
32 min drive
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)
35 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
11 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings
10 min drive
Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill
11 min drive
Cowboy Cantina
11 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill
12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Mountaintop Estate | Lap Pool, Spa, Outdoor Kitchen, Valley Views, Privacy have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Mountaintop Estate | Lap Pool, Spa, Outdoor Kitchen, Valley Views, Privacy pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mountaintop Estate | Lap Pool, Spa, Outdoor Kitchen, Valley Views, Privacy?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountaintop Estate | Lap Pool, Spa, Outdoor Kitchen, Valley Views, Privacy?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mountaintop Estate | Lap Pool, Spa, Outdoor Kitchen, Valley Views, Privacy located?
Situated in Palm Desert, this golf vacation home is steps from San Jacinto Mountains, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District. Palms to Pines Plaza West Shopping Center and The Shops at Palm Desert are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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