A firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays). Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 29453 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)
Laguna Matata is one of a limited number of premium lagoon front homes in Desert Color Resort, located directly on the iconic two point five acre lagoon in St George. Designed for large groups, this professionally furnished home sleeps up to twenty nine guests across multiple en suite bedrooms and features a private heated pool and hot tub, expansive dining and gathering spaces, and panoramic resort views across three levels.
The space
• Sleeps 29 across 7 bedrooms • En suite bedrooms throughout • Private heated pool with direct lagoon and beach access • Private hot tub on upper deck • Direct lagoon front location • Multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas • Gourmet kitchen with high end appliances and island seating • Multiple dining areas including indoor and outdoor dining • Stackable style doors for indoor outdoor dining flow • Game and entertainment spaces across multiple levels • Convertible ping pong and pool table • Xbox consoles in bunk rooms • PlayStation consoles in bunk rooms • Fire pit and expansive decks with resort views • Kitchenette with sink, ice maker, and microwave on upper level • Laundry room • Mudroom • Garage stocked with recreation equipment
Home layout
First Floor
• Private pool with loungers and direct lagoon access • Gourmet kitchen with island • Dining table and bar seating • Gathering room with HDTV • King bedroom with en suite bathroom • Mudroom • Outdoor dining area with heat lamp • Half bathroom
Second Floor
• Bunk room with five queen beds and one twin bed, en suite, with Xbox consoles • King bedroom with en suite bathroom • King bedroom with en suite bathroom • King bedroom with en suite bathroom • Outdoor deck with hot tub and seating • Laundry room
Third Floor
• King bedroom with en suite bathroom • Bunk room with two queen beds and four twin beds, en suite, with PlayStation consoles • Convertible ping pong and pool table • Large gathering area with HDTV • Kitchenette with sink, ice maker, and microwave
Garage amenities
• 3 paddle boards • 3 kayaks • 8 pickleball paddles • Bocce ball set • Spikeball set • 4 lawn chairs • Lawn games
Your stay
Mornings at Laguna Matata begin with lagoon views and easy access to the sandy beach just steps from the pool deck. The home is designed for effortless group flow, with generous gathering spaces, flexible dining options, and multiple entertainment zones that allow everyone to find their rhythm. Days move naturally between lagoon time, poolside lounging, and games throughout the home, while evenings are best spent sharing meals, watching sunsets from the decks, or winding down together across the living spaces.
Desert Color Lagoon and Resort Amenities
Guests enjoy full access to the Desert Color community amenities: • Two point five acre Desert Color Lagoon with sandy beaches and warm water • On site rentals for paddle boards, kayaks, cabanas, and golf carts • Year round heated resort pool and oversized hot tubs • Rooftop sundeck, shaded cabanas, and lounge seating • Six community pickleball courts plus miles of trails and parks • Seasonal events including food truck nights, rooftop yoga, family crafts, and poolside movies
Partner Experiences and Guest Discounts
Laguna Matata guests unlock curated partner experiences with preferred pricing and discounts. After booking, your guest portal will show direct links and promo details so you can easily reserve. Highlights include preferred ticket pricing at Tuacahn Amphitheater, special offers at BigShots Golf and Sand Hollow Golf Course, adventure rental discounts, family activity savings, private dining and group catering options, Crumbl mini cookie packs, and Nico’s Fresh Homemade Salsa available with a guest discount. All partner details and booking links live in your guest portal after reservation.
St George Local Highlights
• BigShots Golf at Desert Color one mile • St George Airport SGU ten miles • Black Desert Resort Golf Course fourteen miles • Tuacahn Center for the Arts fifteen miles • Sand Hollow Golf Course twenty one miles • Zion National Park fifty three miles • Dining, shopping, and groceries minutes away
Parking
Boat, RV, and trailer parking available in the designated Desert Color community areas.
Construction notice
The Desert Color community is a growing resort with new homes and amenities under construction. Some daytime construction noise may occur during normal business hours. Please stay clear of any clearly marked active work zones. Please do not set the pool heater above 88 degrees - We feel like 88 degrees is a great pool temperature for all ages year-round. We monitor the pool heater and there will be an extra pool-heating charge if we find guests have turned it up beyond that.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
8 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Stereo
TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Billiards/pool table
Boat
Kayak
Table tennis
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please do not set the pool heater above 88 degrees - We feel like 88 degrees is a great pool temperature for all ages year-round.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Desert Color, a neighborhood in St. George. Rosenbruch Wildlife Museum and Fiesta Family Fun Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Outlets at Zion and Red Cliffs Mall. Traveling with kids? Consider St. George Children’s Museum, or check out an event or a game at Tonaquint Park Tennis Center. Visit our St. George travel guide
Is Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) 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 Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Dixie Convention Center, Rosenbruch Wildlife Museum, and Thunder Junction All Abilities Park. Fiesta Family Fun Center and St. George Children’s Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) Reviews
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Awesome place, feels like you are on a beach vacation in Utah. House came with paddleboards and kayaks which was nice. Kids loved the bunk rooms. Host was very accommodating. Will stay here or at anther one of their properties again!
This property was even better than what we thought it would be. We had a party of 29 for a family reunion. Everyone came in from out of town & it was a perfect house for a big family gathering. All the adults had their own king bed & ensuite and the kids loved staying together in the bunk rooms. The pool was great & the property allows the kids to go right out to the 2.5 acre lagoon. There were already beach chairs and umbrellas for anyone to use around the lagoon. This property had kayaks and paddle boards for us to use, so we didn't need to rent any. The house sound system for the pool patio and 3rd floor worked, but we couldn't get the rest of the house to connect. The hosts responded quickly to any questions we had & when we had issues figuring out the sound system, they came right over to help. There were plenty of dishes & utensils for our big family. A few of the rooms had extra pillows and blankets in the closets. There is a washer/dryer on the 2nd & 3rd floors. Shampoo/conditioner/body wash was provided in each bathroom, including hand soap in all bathrooms & dish soap in the kitchen. There were 2 dishwashers, which was a huge help for us. We were especially grateful that for check out there wasn't a long list of cleaning that they required, especially since we pay for a cleaning fee, so we really appreciated the very easy check-in & check-out process. My family was asking if I could check to see if we could book this same house for next summer already!
We had a wonderful stay at this home! The location was absolutely perfect — close to everything we needed while still feeling private and peaceful. The house had tons of amenities and thoughtful touches that made our stay extra comfortable. You can tell there was real attention to detail throughout. Access was super easy, and the communication was fast, clear, and helpful from start to finish. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!