With a sparkling pool, an alfresco entertaining area and a good selection of lawn games, this getaway in the Coachella Valley promises plenty of fun in the sun. Whether you're splashing in the pool, challenging a friend to a game of giant Connect Four or roasting marshmallows around the fire pit, the backyard oasis is where you'll spend most of your time. Start the morning with a cup of coffee on the master bedroom's private terrace and end the evenings with a barbecue as the sun goes down. When you need a break from the heat, retreat inside to the air-conditioned living space and cool off in style. Decorated in neutral colours inspired by the surrounding desert, we love the bohemian design, big bay windows and ample light in each room. Grown-ups can share a bottle of California's finest wine around the dining table (did we mention there's a wine fridge?) while kids play Pacman or table football in the living room. It's the perfect family stay, and the location is excellent, too. Joshua Tree National Park is thirty-five minutes by car, but closer to home, you'll find world-class golf courses and mouth-watering restaurants, all just a short drive away.