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Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in St. George

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
7 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 294876 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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St. George, UT
  • Place, Dixie Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Fiesta Family Fun Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Utah Tech University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. George, UT (SGU)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. George

Desert Color stay.Your stay at this Desert Color vacation home places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Dixie Convention Center and Rosenbruch Wildlife Museum. Thunder Junction All Abilities Park and Bearclaw Popply Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Dixie Convention Center - 5 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Fiesta Family Fun Center - 6 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Southgate Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Thunder Junction All Abilities Park - 6 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Utah Tech University - 7 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • St. George Regional Airport (SGU) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Elevato - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪FiiZ Drinks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bloomington Country Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)

Laguna Matata is one of a limited number of premium lagoon front homes in Desert Color Resort, located directly on the iconic two point five acre lagoon in St George. Designed for large groups, this professionally furnished home sleeps up to twenty nine guests across multiple en suite bedrooms and features a private heated pool and hot tub, expansive dining and gathering spaces, and panoramic resort views across three levels.

The space

• Sleeps 29 across 7 bedrooms
• En suite bedrooms throughout
• Private heated pool with direct lagoon and beach access
• Private hot tub on upper deck
• Direct lagoon front location
• Multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas
• Gourmet kitchen with high end appliances and island seating
• Multiple dining areas including indoor and outdoor dining
• Stackable style doors for indoor outdoor dining flow
• Game and entertainment spaces across multiple levels
• Convertible ping pong and pool table
• Xbox consoles in bunk rooms
• PlayStation consoles in bunk rooms
• Fire pit and expansive decks with resort views
• Kitchenette with sink, ice maker, and microwave on upper level
• Laundry room
• Mudroom
• Garage stocked with recreation equipment

Home layout

First Floor

• Private pool with loungers and direct lagoon access
• Gourmet kitchen with island
• Dining table and bar seating
• Gathering room with HDTV
• King bedroom with en suite bathroom
• Mudroom
• Outdoor dining area with heat lamp
• Half bathroom

Second Floor

• Bunk room with five queen beds and one twin bed, en suite, with Xbox consoles
• King bedroom with en suite bathroom
• King bedroom with en suite bathroom
• King bedroom with en suite bathroom
• Outdoor deck with hot tub and seating
• Laundry room

Third Floor

• King bedroom with en suite bathroom
• Bunk room with two queen beds and four twin beds, en suite, with PlayStation consoles
• Convertible ping pong and pool table
• Large gathering area with HDTV
• Kitchenette with sink, ice maker, and microwave

Garage amenities

• 3 paddle boards
• 3 kayaks
• 8 pickleball paddles
• Bocce ball set
• Spikeball set
• 4 lawn chairs
• Lawn games

Your stay

Mornings at Laguna Matata begin with lagoon views and easy access to the sandy beach just steps from the pool deck. The home is designed for effortless group flow, with generous gathering spaces, flexible dining options, and multiple entertainment zones that allow everyone to find their rhythm. Days move naturally between lagoon time, poolside lounging, and games throughout the home, while evenings are best spent sharing meals, watching sunsets from the decks, or winding down together across the living spaces.

Desert Color Lagoon and Resort Amenities

Guests enjoy full access to the Desert Color community amenities:
• Two point five acre Desert Color Lagoon with sandy beaches and warm water
• On site rentals for paddle boards, kayaks, cabanas, and golf carts
• Year round heated resort pool and oversized hot tubs
• Rooftop sundeck, shaded cabanas, and lounge seating
• Six community pickleball courts plus miles of trails and parks
• Seasonal events including food truck nights, rooftop yoga, family crafts, and poolside movies

Partner Experiences and Guest Discounts

Laguna Matata guests unlock curated partner experiences with preferred pricing and discounts. After booking, your guest portal will show direct links and promo details so you can easily reserve. Highlights include preferred ticket pricing at Tuacahn Amphitheater, special offers at BigShots Golf and Sand Hollow Golf Course, adventure rental discounts, family activity savings, private dining and group catering options, Crumbl mini cookie packs, and Nico’s Fresh Homemade Salsa available with a guest discount. All partner details and booking links live in your guest portal after reservation.

St George Local Highlights

• BigShots Golf at Desert Color one mile
• St George Airport SGU ten miles
• Black Desert Resort Golf Course fourteen miles
• Tuacahn Center for the Arts fifteen miles
• Sand Hollow Golf Course twenty one miles
• Zion National Park fifty three miles
• Dining, shopping, and groceries minutes away

Parking

Boat, RV, and trailer parking available in the designated Desert Color community areas.

Construction notice

The Desert Color community is a growing resort with new homes and amenities under construction. Some daytime construction noise may occur during normal business hours. Please stay clear of any clearly marked active work zones.
Please do not set the pool heater above 88 degrees - We feel like 88 degrees is a great pool temperature for all ages year-round. We monitor the pool heater and there will be an extra pool-heating charge if we find guests have turned it up beyond that.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,876 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please do not set the pool heater above 88 degrees - We feel like 88 degrees is a great pool temperature for all ages year-round.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the St. George Regional Airport (SGU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays)?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) to downtown St. George?

This vacation home is 6.6 mi away from St. George.

Laguna Matata at Desert Color (by Ember Stays) Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

We had a wonderful stay at this home! The location was absolutely perfect — close to everything we needed while still feeling private and peaceful. The house had tons of amenities and thoughtful touches that made our stay extra comfortable. You can tell there was real attention to detail throughout. Access was super easy, and the communication was fast, clear, and helpful from start to finish. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunsets, and great times.

We enjoyed everything about our stay. The keypad didn’t work on the door but luckily the cleaning ladies left the door unlocked so we could get in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

This property was even better than what we thought it would be. We had a party of 29 for a family reunion. Everyone came in from out of town & it was a perfect house for a big family gathering. All the adults had their own king bed & ensuite and the kids loved staying together in the bunk rooms. The pool was great & the property allows the kids to go right out to the 2.5 acre lagoon. There were already beach chairs and umbrellas for anyone to use around the lagoon. This property had kayaks and paddle boards for us to use, so we didn't need to rent any. The house sound system for the pool patio and 3rd floor worked, but we couldn't get the rest of the house to connect. The hosts responded quickly to any questions we had & when we had issues figuring out the sound system, they came right over to help. There were plenty of dishes & utensils for our big family. A few of the rooms had extra pillows and blankets in the closets. There is a washer/dryer on the 2nd & 3rd floors. Shampoo/conditioner/body wash was provided in each bathroom, including hand soap in all bathrooms & dish soap in the kitchen. There were 2 dishwashers, which was a huge help for us. We were especially grateful that for check out there wasn't a long list of cleaning that they required, especially since we pay for a cleaning fee, so we really appreciated the very easy check-in & check-out process. My family was asking if I could check to see if we could book this same house for next summer already!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor D., Draper

Liked: Cleanliness

Utah Beach Vacation

Awesome place, feels like you are on a beach vacation in Utah. House came with paddleboards and kayaks which was nice. Kids loved the bunk rooms. Host was very accommodating. Will stay here or at anther one of their properties again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024