Nurturing Nest

Dr. Sandy is AMAZING!!! I have been seeing her since my car accident in April. She is so understanding and I love her vibe and the Zen I feel when I am there. This place is a little heaven hidden in the desert.

Natural healers who care about your mental physical and spiritual health. Amazing water to dip into after a great amount of stress.

I love the Nest. Been going here for years as a quick getaway and rejuvenation from Los Angeles. A lot of love went into this place. It’s not glamorous or high-​end, but it’s beautiful. If you’re in for a spiritual experience, this is a great place.

It is with a heavy heart that I’m writing a not so great review. I really wanted to love this place as I’m one of those spiritually woo woo kind of gals. The owners backgrounds really interested me.
When I got to the resort no one was there to check me in. If this nice woman wasn’t waiting with me and had the owners number, I don’t know how I would have gotten in.
Then I was checked in by a day planner. I told the owner I needed ice because I inject myself each night with medications and if I don’t use ice I bruise. So, she put some ice aside and told me I would have access to the freezer where check in was.
When I tried to get the ice later the door was locked!
Then she showed me my room and my bed wasn’t made. She didn’t make it just left it that way. Then she ran back to give me some shampoo and conditioner. I noticed the next morning that she only gave me shampoo.
It is supposed to be a quiet retreat but I could hear everything my neighbors were saying because the walls were paper thin. I don’t know how the treatments are but the owners seemed out to lunch.
The wi fi password was not posted in the rooms and the connection was really really slow. I skipped breakfast because it was just granola. They didn’t even check me out, they just took my key.
My stay was literally like staying in a dirty, run down, dorm room. They need to take better care of the place and be more mindful of their guests needs. For the same price I could have stayed at a quieter, cleaner place with more amenities.
The neighbor hood wasn’t that great either. All around it was a real disappointment. I expected more from spiritually minded people.

Five stars for the chill factor and for Sandy, the owner of the property. This quaint 7 room hot springs is simple, chill and relaxing. Don’t come here expecting a 5 star resort of some sort. Come with an open mind and open heart.
I’m not sure about all the other rooms, but Room 6 came with a patio seating area, a kitchen equipped with pans, and dish sets. Again, don’t expect fancy China. Also, a small table for two. It’s basically a small bachelorette pad ;). Also, in the room is a retro sofa and queen size bed that’s very comfy.
The mineral water inside is very hot and soft. You don’t leave itchy or feeling dirty. The outside pool was a bit too cold for the cool weather.
It’s a zen weekend for me!

We enjoy this place so much. We have been going here since 2010. Sandy & Ram, the owners, are always so pleasant and genuinely happy to see us every time. It’s a simple and peaceful place. The water for the inside pool & the outside pool are pumped straight up out of the ground so it is all natural & the real thing. We feel so relaxed after we leave. It’s a perfect place to go for a ‘get away’ — even if you only go for 1 or 2 days you will feel relaxed and regain your peace.

After failed attempts at western meds and doctors who were scrip happy I gave up and searched for a pain healing retreat and I found dr sandy and ram
I arrived, in chronic pain with siatica and lower back. The first few days were hard but I was so surprised at the continuous support and nurturing by both of them. Little by little and day after day I sway big big improvements they worked with me and met me fear with patience once I was ready with dr. Sandys help I was able to release the core trauma associated with the pain .
I left with zero pain 6 days after I arrived it was hard personal work and work every Penney I’m grateful there is a place that supports the way i wish to heal

Nurturing Nest is that unique point in our planet where, besides almighty natural spring waters, one will be exposed to greater amount of positive energy coming from the environment the guests and most importantly the owners who will treat You as a Friend and not a customer. Enjoy your stay! You will be absolutely happy about Your choice.

Don’t let the 3 stars scare you away. Although this place has seen better years, and it is in need of tender loving care, it is an affordable option. The water is nice and hot in the inside pool and amazingly cool for an outside pool in the middle of a hot desert summer. It is super quiet here. The noisiest thing would be the wall shaker air conditioning in our room. There are only 7 units so it is a small property. There were two other couples here enjoying this peaceful getaway. I’d come back here for the water but for me I’d rather pay more and get a really nice room.

Nurturing Nest is an Oasis of tranquility and civility. The perfect place when you need to get away from LA to reset for a few days.
The rooms are clean and simple, but very comfortable. Some of the rooms have kitchenettes, so you can be self-​catering, which makes it a really affordable weekend get away. Room 6 has a BBQ and a private patio with a gorgeous view of the mountain. A great place for a relaxed, romantic get away.
The mineral pools are small, but the water is divine. My fiancé and I have been twice and each time we had the pools mostly to ourselves. One of my favorite details is that they put real tea-​light lanterns around the indoor pool after dark. What could possibly be better than soaking by candlelight?!
Sandy and Ram are gracious hosts. They are friendly, welcoming, and attentive to guests needs, while giving you plenty of space to unwind and enjoy the calm.
If you are expecting the Four Seasons or some super hipster hideout, this is not the place for you. However, if you want a low-​key, relaxing get away, you’ve come to right place.
We’ve been twice and can’t to go back for a little honeymoon after our wedding in June.

The owners of this place have created a delightful oasis in Desert Hot Springs. I first came here the week they opened in December of 1997. I have visited often over the years whenever I was nearby visiting family. I LOVE the water. I have watched them grow their Nurturing Nest from it’s beginnings. This past summer I was a guest for about 5 weeks after my house burned down. It felt like coming home to my home away from home. I utilized the waters several times each day for self healing. And as a bonus, Sandi, a chiropractor, is also a very excellent massage therapist. Hands on healing is great here. Also, I’ve met some lovely people as guests. The breakfasts are are just enough with fresh fruits, granola, and yoghurt. Coffee and a selection of delicious teas. There are walkable restaurants nearby (okay, maybe not walkable in the summer).

I really liked this private hotel. There are only 7 rooms total. I didn’t want to stay in a busy commercial type of hotels. But this hotel was very quiet and private. I stayed in the room that had a Queen size bed with a full size kitchen. The room was a good size. It was clean and plenty of towels. There wasn’t a microwave which I didn’t need. Instead, I just heated up food by gas stove, and that’s even better. This room was like an apartment. It also had a very private patio with a little BBQ grill. Someone left charcoals there, if I knew it I would have done BBQ! The view of mountain from this balcony was nice. I was able to see the mountains from pools too.
The swimming pool had a perfect temperature and not many people used it. Indoor hotsprings was warmer which I loved it. Breakfast was provided. The owner of the hotel was very friendly. I really had a great time. I’d love to come back to this hotel again soon.

What a pleasant surprise! My first impression of Desert hot Springs was not good, however once you step into the nest, you feel like you’re putting your life on hold in order to rejuvenate. The owners are very caring and can assist with any personal issues as Dr. Ram had done for me! I had been under a lot of stress and Ram was able to assist with releasing it, he is a natural healer.
The complex is small and cozy, so don’t expect to pull up to the Wyndham, however if you’re truly looking to relax, this is the place!
Thanks Sandy and Ram!

I stayed here one night with my friends last weekend and this place is awesome! To be honest, I was a little bit disappointed when we first arrived. But after I stepped into the yard and saw the pools, I know this is the place that I am looking for. There are two pools, one is outside and another one is inside. The water is healing. We stayed in the outside pool at night and we can see a lot of stars in the sky. It’s just so relaxing. The room is big and clean. We used the kitchen in the room and prepared for a nice dinner for ourselves.

Nurturing Nest is a great spot, secluded, clean rooms and the owners Sandy nd Ram are great people to meet
We enjoyed our weekend
Anuja & Rafi

A perfect little getaway in Desert Hot Springs. Our room, #6, was perfect! It has a private and decently spacious patio area beside it. The room was super clean and comfortable. The whole place is under 10 rooms, and has an intimate and «community oriented vibe.» We said hello to people and enjoyed conversations, and with some people we gave them space/​shared a smile and we all enjoyed the waters in peace.
The spa is in a pool room which is an enclosed structure yet there are many open windows (the whole way around it actually) and the desert winds blow in and it feels open and airy. The view is looking south out across Palm Springs to the beautiful 10,000+ foot mountain peak (I think it’s called San Jacinto). And from the indoor heated mineral pool, or the cooler outdoor pool (which also is mineral water) you view south and see that magnificent mountain — very comforting and majestic. No rowdy crowds, more mature and intimate.
We were there in late March, so supposedly that is the «windy-​er season» … they say it is always or usually «kind of windy» … but we did experience some really high winds… which made sleeping in room 6 one night a little tougher, because room 6 has that open patio area facing to the south, the direction that the winds come from — so the whole room is pretty exposed to the wind. The other rooms are adjacent to eachother and thus only have a window to the interior courtyard — and one on the back side looking out to the pretty view between the two mountains. If you’re a real light sleeper and gonna be there when it might be really windy — maybe stay in one of the more interior rooms.
There is also another free standing room (not sure what #) in a cute little building toward the front (north side) of the property.
The pool area is clean and comfortable and the furniture is new and inviting.
It’s not a posh hotel-​y feel, for those who need a ton of pampering and high-​end makeovers to run their lives. It is clean, relaxing and absolutely nurturing. Didn’t have massages but heard they are wonderful.
The waters really did relax me and my muscles and my mind. Aaaaaaaahhhh is the word that comes to mind. Bliss and relaxation. Thank you Nurturing Nest.
Sandy, the owner, is gentle and kind … and has her «nest» in order.
Things we did outside of the Nurturing Nest:
Obviously Palm Springs, yet…
The Nest is about 15 – 20 mins from Downtown Palm Springs … and about 30 mintues from Downtown Yucca Valley (such a wonderful find for my girlfriend who loves to shop in Vintage /​Antique stores, and I found a yummy and healthy café to get food, and I even enjoyed the western and natural and fun old goodies that there were to look at in the stores in Yucca Valley.) The locals and shop owners are soooooo NICE, couldn’t believe it … Ma Rouge Coffee House had fresh/​healthy fare and a full café/​tea bar… awesome old-​ish west feel inside, but the friendly/​smiling/​enlightened-​y locals … made it feel New West.
It really was a vacation only 2.5−3 hours from LA.

Pappy and Harriets in Pioneertown … is a must go to destination barbeque restaurant /​bar /​live music venue … if you like tantalizing bbq, the old west vibe right outside the door, a great crowd and live loud music … a magical paradise of fun and nourishment out about 45 minutes from the Nest.
We found ourselves there, per recommendations from several locals and a couple staying at the Nest. Take Pioneertown Road (which junctures in the center of Yucca Valley) … as you head to Pappy’s, you travel through a perfect and to me, beautiful desert landscape. I am a Landscaper, so I appreciate it for what/​how it is. We were there in March so there were a few desert plants in bloom. Lots of cactus and wondrous rock outcroppings … GO HIKING !!!
… once there, THE LIVE MUSIC WAS AWESOME…
We saw 3 bands from LA … The Janks, The Lonely Wild and The Broken Numbers Band. Think Silver Lake hip, slick, strength and style meeting 70’s Rock — Van Morrison, Allman Brothers Band, James Taylor and The Doors (Quality!) … perfect to go with a few good games of pool, drinks, 250? other people swarming around having fun … the outdoor fire… the dusty old west scene … DELICIOUS barbeque awaiting once we finally got our table. And that cool high-​desert night air to great you when you leave.
Joshua Tree National Park was interesting to see … but being the avid outdoorsman that I am… not a rock climber per say. I was a little «bored at the prospects of the park» … the landscape is straight off the moon or somehwere far and distant… Interesting, but repetitive. I’m used to hiking through Yosemite or the Rocky Mountains in Colorado where the landscape and destinations hold my interest a little firmer. I’d rather be at the Nurturing Nest in the waters or laying by the pool.
What a vacation! Thanks Jamie !!! Thanks Nurturing Nest !!!

Very cool hot springs pool area with lots of seating outside… And amazing covered/​indoor warm spring pool. The outside pool is not as big as I would like but it’s nice.
The room was clean but the bed was shanky and the ikea boards kept falling out. The room we got had a kitchen but the oven didn’t work and immediately filled out room up with gas when we turned it on.
Nice yogurt and granola breakfast… Great wifi… Pools are open all night…
It is half the price of my favorite spot Miracle Manor… but it does not have the zen vibe that miracle manor has. This is a pretty good spot to stay in desert hot springs… it’s worth a try.

Peaceful, simple, this spa has two pools — one hot and one outside, under the stars, about body temperature. Both are open all night for guests. Breakfast of yogurt, coffee and fruit was included in the room fee. Our room had a little kitchen area, with a stove, fridge and sink, which was a little bit more but worth it.
Quiet, not fancy, the place is a family run spa.
Wonderful place. Wonderful escape.

Diamond in the rough. We loved this little spa. We wanted something quiet and off the beaten path, without fluff. This is a very sweet small, quiet, clean spa. Lovingly taken care of by Sandy, Ram, and Reishi. Kind, considerate, and thoughtful. Not the Hilton, or Days Inn, but exactly what we wanted, something with love and heart. The beds are very comfortable, the rooms simple and clean.

Another home away from home, but with spa!
This place is never crowded with just 7 rooms on the property. We usually have the pool to ourselves or just with another couple. The pool is a step away from your room and kept in just right temperature.
Their bed is very comfortable and room is simple and clean.
As Vy N’s review says from two years ago there is still no TV, clock, no phones in the room.
So there is not much to do except relax, soak, and relax again.
Their atmosphere allows you to do just that.