Helios Vacations is a boutique, locally owned collection of curated luxury homes across California — each hand-selected, impeccably maintained, and backed by a dedicated local team with over 2,000 five-star reviews. Every property comes with white glove concierge service, a dedicated house manager, and owners who are personally invested in every stay. Our local team carefully curates every detail so whether you’re planning a desert retreat or a wine country escape, we deliver the kind of experience a hotel simply can’t.
Every Helios property is cleaned to hotel standards before each stay. All linens and towels are commercially washed and pressed offsite to ensure consistent quality — so you always arrive to a perfectly prepared home.
Every Helios property has a dedicated house manager who conducts a thorough 30-point pre check-in inspection before every reservation. During your stay, our reservations team is on-call to ensure every detail of your experience is taken care of.
Booking directly with Helios means no platform fees and rates up to 15% lower than Airbnb or VRBO. When you book through these channels, you're paying their markup — booking direct puts that savings back in your pocket.
Our concierge team is available via phone, text, or email to handle every detail of your stay. From private chef arrangements and transportation service to luggage drop-off and mid-stay cleanings — we take care of it so you don't have to.
Every Helios property meets our extensive minimum furnishings standard — fully equipped kitchens with cookware, utensils, toiletries, cleaning supplies and every amenity you need. Vacation in comfort with all the comforts of home.
With over 2,000 five-star reviews, a 4.93★ overall rating, and recognition as an Airbnb SuperHost and VRBO Premier Host — our track record speaks for itself. Every stay is backed by a team committed to excellence.
Helios was born in Greater Palm Springs — founded by local owner-operators with a single vision: to offer a level of luxury hospitality that the big platforms simply couldn’t. What started with one home quickly grew into a curated collection of some of the finest properties in the market, built on the foundation of a dedicated local team that knows these destinations inside and out.
Greater Palm Springs is more than our home market — it’s where our story began. Spanning from Palm Springs to La Quinta, the Coachella Valley is one of Southern California’s most sought-after destinations. With over 350 days of sunshine, world-class golf courses, the BNP Paribas Open, the Coachella Music Festival, and some of the finest dining and spa experiences in the region — there is no shortage of reasons to visit.
Whether you’re planning a desert golf retreat, a family getaway, or a luxury escape from the city — Helios has a curated home waiting for you.
A boutique wine country escape in the heart of Southern California’s wine region. Rolling vineyards, world-class wineries, and panoramic views of the entire valley — including the hot air balloons that drift over wine country each morning. One exceptional Helios estate, perfectly positioned for a romantic getaway or corporate retreat.
Coastal luxury in one of Mission Beach’s most coveted locations — steps from the boardwalk with a private direct exit to the beach. This exceptional Helios estate features a third-story balcony with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the iconic Mission Beach boardwalk.
Helios was founded by owner-operators who manage their own properties — so we understand what it means to treat your home like an investment. What sets us apart is a level of attention that big box managers simply can’t replicate and mom and pop shops can’t scale. Our boutique local team, led by owner-operators who are personally invested in every property, delivers a guest experience that drives better reviews, higher occupancy, and maximum returns
Every Helios property benefits from a dedicated house manager, white glove housekeeping, a 30-point pre check-in inspection, and concierge-level service for every guest — because that’s the standard we want for our homes as owner-operators.
We’re selectively expanding our portfolio across Greater Palm Springs, Temecula Wine Country, and Mission Beach. If you own a luxury home in any of these markets and want a management team that truly cares, we’d love to talk.
This Short Term Rental Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made by and between Helios Vacation Rentals LLC, a California limited liability company (“Manager”) and the person or entity that signs this document at the bottom (“Renter”) (Manager and Renter are hereafter sometimes referred to as a “Party” or together as the Parties”) with reference to the following facts:
WHEREAS Manager makes available to people such as Renter short term rental access to residential properties such as the one Renter has applied to rent (the “Property”). Manager makes pictures of the Property available at https://heliosvacations.com/, and
WHEREAS Renter has indicated to Manager that Renter desires to rent the Property for the term specified below, with the understanding that Manager is the manager of the Property and not the owner of it.
NOW THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, and intending to be bound hereby, the Parties agree as follows:
