We loved our week at Pavlina's place. Even though it is only about 20 minutes drive to downtown Palm Springs, we felt like we had our own private getaway. The views from every window are spectacular - the photos do not do it justice. You can sit in the living room and see the entirety of Mount San Jacinto through the large windows from the couch! The morning light on the mountains while enjoying our coffee was phenomenal - what a great way to start every day. It is a very short drive to the Mission Creek preserve where we went for a nice walk a few times. Very nearby there is also a great Mexican place - Jalisco restaurant which shares the building with Jalisco Tires, no joke - good, authentic, inexpensive Mexican food. Also the date shakes at Windmill Market - a tiny market at the corner of Indian Canyon Rd and Dillon Rd also delicious. It is close enough to be able to go into town easily but then at the end of the day, the house is super quiet, comfortable and so relaxing. Enjoying the hot tub at the end of the day was a perfect end to a usually busy day.
There are lots of great things to do within a relatively short distance aside from the obvious trips to Palm Springs. We went to the BNP paribas open - about 30 minutes drive. We were lucky to be there during a crazy desert superbloom which was amazing - wildflowers everywhere! There is also the DesertX art festival this year - also very interesting and fun - installations all over the valley.
The house is well stocked - we made several meals - everything you need for simple meal prep.
Finally, the style of the house is fantastic. It is very light and open with great views everywhere (have I already mentioned that?)! Everything is very clean and comfortable. We could easily have spent another week (or more) there!
Do be aware that the road to the house is a little rough - nothing that requires 4 wheel drive or anything, just pay attention and drive slowly. Also, when you first arrive, pay close attention to the signs. Although it is the 3rd street from Dillon, street is a loose term. The first two "streets" are almost not recognizable as honest to goodness roads. Smoke Tree Rd is the first recognizable street you will see from the west. From the east the other streets are much more developed. This is part of the charm of the place - there are only a handful of people who live in this area so there is almost no traffic save the jackrabbits! Definitely recommend it!