Desert Retreat by VARE | Pool, Spa, Gym, Tennis!

Welcome to Desert Retreat, an exclusive VARE property! Experience the best of resort-style living while savoring the comforts and seclusion of Desert Retreat within the gated community of Puerta Azul. Offering 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, our retreat is embraced by scenic mountains, numerous golf courses, shopping, dining, and enjoys constant sunshine throughout the year. It's an ideal retreat for visitors seeking a perfect blend of outdoor and artistic pursuits.

Book your stay at this incredible Puerta Azul vacation home today and experience the ultimate in relaxation, luxury, and outdoor living… VARE style.

BEDROOMS/SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
✔ Master Suite: King Bed, 55” TV
✔ Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, 50” TV
✔ Living Room: Queen Sofa Bed (sleeps 2)

LIVING ROOM:
✔ 55" Smart TV
✔ Comfortable Sofas
✔ Natural Light

KITCHEN & DINING:
✔ Coffee Maker
✔ Modern Appliances
✔ Dining Table (seats 6)
✔ Breakfast Bar Seating

BACKYARD:
✔ Outdoor Dining Table w/Umbrella (seats 6)
✔ BBQ Grill
✔ Putting Green

OTHER AMENITIES:
✔ Free high-speed Wi-Fi
✔ Pack & Play (available upon request)
✔ Full-sized washer/dryer

PARKING:
✔ 1 Car Garage

COMMUNITY SPACE:
✔ Gym
✔ Heated Pools
✔ Jacuzzi
✔ Tennis Court
✔ Sun Loungers
✔ BBQ Grill

INCLUDED WITH YOUR VACATION HOME:
The property will be stocked with an initial supply of trash bags, paper towels, kitchen sponges, hand soap, dish soap, and toilet paper. The property is equipped with a specific quantity of bath and pool towels to accommodate the max occupancy of the home. The bathrooms are stocked with shampoo and conditioner. There are also fully equipped laundry rooms with a washer, dryer, and iron.

THE FOLLOWING IS NOT INCLUDED: cooking oil, sprays, foil, plastic wrap or other cooking ingredients.

Guests have access to Puerta Azul's amenities including the Olympic size swimming pools, tennis courts, BBQ area, and clubhouse (pool table, ping pong, gym, and more). There are two large swimming pools (shared) with jacuzzies in the community. Both are within walking distance (a few minutes) from the property. There is a small, 1-car garage that guests are welcome to use (larger vehicles may not fit) as well as unassigned spaces along the street.

We are minutes from PGA West with five public courses to choose from, as well as SilverRock Resort, an Arnold Palmer Classic Course, another terrific local option. In January, you can walk to the Stadium course to watch the pros play in The American Express Golf Tournament.

Tennis fans - in March, you'll be minutes away from the 5th largest tennis tournament in the world, the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, which draws the top-rated men and women tennis players in the world.

Tennis and pickleball players - the Fritz Burns park is 10 minutes away with 6 tennis courts and 8 pickleball courts lit and open from Dawn until 10 pm.

Coachella and Stagecoach Music Festivals are the main attractions in April, both taking place at the famous Empire Polo Grounds.

Close by is the famous El Paseo and Old Town La Quinta areas with excellent dining and shopping options.

Ralph's is the closest supermarket, about 10 minutes away, and Trader Joe's is also nearby. Highway 111 is the home to Costco, Target, Coffee Bean, and Starbucks, among many local favorite restaurants and shopping. Less than 15 minutes from the I-10, you can quickly head to Palm Springs, nearby casinos, Joshua Tree National Park, and other Coachella Valley destinations.

ESTIMATED DISTANCES FROM PUERTA AZUL
- Jack Nicholas & Stadium PGA West golf courses: 5 min
- Ernie's Bar & Grill (PGA West 19th hole): 5 min
- Old Town La Quinta: 5-7 mins
- PGA West Greg Norman Course: 10 mins
- SilverRock Resort Golf Course: 10 mins
- Empire Polo Fields (home to Coachella & Stagecoach music festivals): 10 mins
- BNP Paribas Open / Indian Wells Tennis Garden: 10-15 mins
- PGA West Dunes Course: 15 mins
- PGA West Pete Dye Mountain Course: 15 mins
- Palm Desert/El Paseo: 15-20 mins
- Acrisure Arena: 30 mins
- Downtown Palm Springs/Airport: 30 mins
- Joshua Tree National Park: 45 mins
- LA/OC/SD: Roughly 2 hours without traffic

This property has special local compliance requirements which include a signed rental agreement, guest verification, and a security hold of $500 (which is not a traditional security deposit, just a pending transaction). As an optional alternative to the security hold, you may opt in to purchase a non-refundable damage waiver. The optional damage waiver is $49 for stays up to 10 nights, with an additional $4.90 per day for stays longer than 10 nights. Damage waiver purchases are optional.

To make this process easy for you, we use a secure and very simple, app-free platform called Boarding Pass. It is not an app, and you do not have to sign up for an account — it's a safe and secure website.

Your guest portal includes advertisements with third-party upgrades that you may want to purchase to enhance your stay. These upgrades are optional and include:
Early Check-in
Late Check-Out
Mid-Stay Clean
Pet Fee
Pack N Play Crib
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- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -
WHAT TIME IS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT?
Check-in time is 4 p.m. and check-out is at 10 a.m. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for your reservation.

WILL I NEED TO MEET THE PROPERTY MANAGER TO GET A KEY?
Our homes are keyless entry, we issue a “code” rather than a physical key. The code changes for every reservation so it is an incredibly safe alternative. By issuing the code prior to arrival, the check-in process is much easier.

WHAT ARE THE POOL HOURS? ARE THEY HEATED?
Puerta Azul community: The two community pools are heated year-round and are open 7 am – 11 pm. Homes with a private pool & jacuzzi can be heated for an additional fee. Check individual listing for info.

DO YOU ALLOW PETS?
Certain non-shedding hypoallergenic dogs will be considered at an additional fee. Service animals are permitted, and the fee is waived for such situations (however the animal is never permitted to be in the unit alone if it is a service animal). Please note we do not allow any pets other than dogs.

Puerta Azul Community Rules:
1) The City of La Quinta & Puerta Azul has a quiet hour ordinance (10 pm – 8 am).
2) No more than 2 vehicles per home unit may be parked on the street at any time during the hours of 12 am – 7 am.
3) No trailer, camper, mobile home, commercial vehicle, truck (other than a standard-size pick-up truck), boat, or inoperable vehicle will be allowed in the community.

House Notes: During the hot summer nights, it's possible to encounter some gentle insects such as crickets, etc.. Rest assured, our property undergoes regular pest control treatments, though a few may still make an appearance. To ensure the upkeep of our surroundings, our diligent pool maintenance and landscaping team may visit the property during the week for service. Your comfort is importance, and we strive to create a seamless and enjoyable experience for your stay.

We've installed a security camera outside, facing the front entrance (placed on the door), to ensure safety during your stay. Additionally, there's a noise monitoring device in the living room to ensure compliance with local noise ordinances during quiet hours.