Borrego Springs Hideaway: Pool Table, Mtn Views!

The house is very large with large bedrooms and a beautiful living room with a drop dead gorgeous view of the mountains. There was a full kitchen, which we did not use, choosing to eat out instead. It is in a beautiful, very friendly, gated development. As two women travelling alone, we felt very safe there. It was easily accessible to Borrego Springs. I would heartily recommend.

This place sits on the 14th fairway of Rams Hill golf course. The view from the patio was STUNNING. We walked out onto the course at night (not sure if we were breaking any rules) to look at the stars. Unbelievable views. I was actually surprised at how level the pool table was, given that this is a rental. Played a few games of eight ball with my nephew. It's very secluded and away from the town (about 7 miles) but it never felt that far. Kitchen was clean and well appointed. Master bedroom had a view out to the golf course too. Beds were comfortable and linens were clean.

Water pressure was pretty low. Took several minutes to get the hot water going and to fill up the coffee pot. Also, coffee maker needs a vinegar cleaning. I took about 30 minute for a full pot of coffee to go through. There is no opener for the garage door, so you have to open it, drive out, then close it again by pressing the button inside the garage. Honestly, a minor inconvenience. But the garage door makes a loud "bang" when it is going up. Scared everyone the first time we heard it. I would suggest having it looked at before a spring breaks and the door gets stuck closed with a car trapped inside.

The location was terrific. Very quiet and peaceful for solitude. Excellent views. Lots of great hikes nearby. Home was comfortable and easy to access. Home was clean.

Home could use some upgrading, especially in the kitchen, and there a few relatively minor maintenance issues to address. None of these spoiled our stay.

The house was beautifully furnished and well-equipped, in a great location, and at about half the cost of a hotel with inferior facilities. Access was excellent for the member of our party who uses a walker.

One of our family is disabled, so it would have been nice if at least one of the bathrooms were equipped with safety bars.