Desert Springs Villas I, II and Shadow Ridge studio: which one do you prefer?

[LisaH]

Going to Palm Springs in early June. Which resort do you prefer for size of units and resort amenities, if all you can get is a studio? Also, are the cooking areas pretty much the same in these studio units?

 

[BJRSanDiego]

All of the efficiencies are limited in terms of "cooking areas". You get a microwave, a tiny dorm-like refrig and that's it. I think that some of the newly remodeled DSV1 units may have a bigger refrig but that's it. None (IIRC) have dishwashers.

So if you want a cooking area, you should reserve a 1 BR unit.

DSV1 and DSV2 share much of the same resort amenities. DSV 1 efficiencies have two twin beds, DSV2 has a single king as does Shadow Ridge.

 

[VacationForever]

DSV1 studio is the largest with both a walk in shower and a separate bath tub. Room itself is also larger, downside is that it has 2 beds instead of 1. The other plus is that access is through a separate private foyer and the 1BR and studio do not share a connecting door, making the room quiet.

 

[jlp879]

There was a fairly recent thread about the same topic.

https://tugbbs.com/forums/index.php...ngs-studio-at-villas-1-versus-villa-2.273043/

 

[mjm1]

All of the efficiencies are limited in terms of "cooking areas". You get a microwave, a tiny dorm-like refrig and that's it. I think that some of the newly remodeled DSV1 units may have a bigger refrig but that's it. None (IIRC) have dishwashers.

So if you want a cooking area, you should reserve a 1 BR unit.

DSV1 and DSV2 share much of the same resort amenities. DSV 1 efficiencies have two twin beds, DSV2 has a single king as does Shadow Ridge.

We were just at DSV1 earlier this week and saw a remodeled studio, while we stayed in a 1BR. They changed the location of the kitchenette as it is now along a side wall. They replaced the mini-frig with a 3/4 size frig, which is a very welcome enhancement. I don’t recall if there is a dishwasher. In addition, the beds are larger than a twin. Either queens or standard size. No couch/hideabed.

Best regards.

Mike

 

[LisaH]

Thank you all. Sounds like DSV1 suits us well. Hope Early June is not oppressively hot and we can still do things at least early in the morning or late in the afternoon/evening.

 

[taffy19]

You should be OK. Don't forget to visit Joshua Tree National Park and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway too. There are some threads posted about what all to do so you will not be bored.

 

[Carlsbadguy]

At Desert Springs 11 this week in a newly remodeled unit. Stil has fresh paint smell. They did a good job with an expanded kitchenette in the lock off. Large new televisions although they are a bit quirky. Sofa in the lock off is not quite full size.

 

[VacationForever]

June is already very hot. It depends on your heat tolerance level.

 

[mjm1]

I’ve been there in early June to play golf with friends, since the courses drop their green fees. We try to tee off around 9am when the temperature is around 90 and finish by 12:30 or 1pm when it is about 100-105. That has been our experience. It is hot but low humidity. What ever you do, make sure to stay hydrated. Have a great time.

Best regards.

Mike

 

[AgelessTravel]

I'm happy I found this thread. I had the option to between DVS1, DVS2 or Shadow Ridge. I chose DVS1 because I heard it was connected the JW resort and we would have access to the facilities there and it was on the golf course. I booked a 2 bedroom. Are they newly renovated?

I'm going in December over Christmas. The II rep said that there is construction going on but it will be done in December. Does anyone know what kind construction is going on? Are they renovating the units?

 

[korndoc]

I'm happy I found this thread. I had the option to between DVS1, DVS2 or Shadow Ridge. I chose DVS1 because I heard it was connected the JW resort and we would have access to the facilities there and it was on the golf course. I booked a 2 bedroom. Are they newly renovated?

I'm going in December over Christmas. The II rep said that there is construction going on but it will be done in December. Does anyone know what kind construction is going on? Are they renovating the units?

They are renovating all the units at DVS1. Only about half were completed when I was there a couple weeks ago, but they already started to work on the other half and may be done by December.

ALSO: Regarding the Studios, the balconies for all the studios at DVS1 face the parking lot. I believe DVS2 studio balconies face the golf course.

While there, visit the Annenberg Estate. There is a free guided walking tour of the gardens that is informative and recommended. There is also a guided tour of the grounds that you have to sign up for. There is a fee and there are limited tours. There is also a tour of the home. For this you need to sign up a couple months in advance. It is in Palm Springs so an easy drive.

Joshua Tree National Park is a lovely visit, but not sure if I would do it when the temps hit 100+ degrees.
Another interesting place to visit is Cabot's Pueblo Museum in Desert Hot Springs. Again, I would probably not go there in the 100+ weather.
Do not miss the Living Desert Museum. But go early in the hot weather.
Best time for the Aerial Tram is the summer due to the much cooler weather at the top. Be prepared for snow if you go in the winter

Have fun
Jeff

 

[AgelessTravel]

Thank you!

 

[VacationForever]

ALSO: Regarding the Studios, the balconies for all the studios at DVS1 face the parking lot. I believe DVS2 studio balconies face the golf course.

Not true, nothing faces the parking lot. It does avoid an immediate view of the air-con compressor if you ask for a corner unit.