The Inn at Silver Lakes

I give a minus 6 stars for Mission Villas of Silver Lake California (being kind). I do not like being called a ***** or that I am stupid because I asked for a refund of the $100.00 cash I gave at check in. The person stated that the $100.00 cash was not a deposit (after we checked out). Then it must be he is a nice guy and I am giving him a night on the town. Very strange that the Wi-Fi was not working and he could not take credit cards only cash??? We have some concerns about our stay. (1) On the second night we were being bit by something in the master bed, had to move to guest bedroom. Arriving at home we took multi-steps to make sure the insects weren’t carried to our home. (we do not have any pets or animals at our home) (2) The repairs to the resort were done very cheaply or not at all. (3) Several lights not working and one broken above the bath in the guest bathroom (fire issues and worse). (4) One-ply toilet paper an experience you really do not wish to experience again. (5) The sinks smelled and did not drain well. (6) No Wi-Fi in the resort and 5G service was a hit and mostly miss. (7) You can not get anyone at the phone number and maid server provided no help. (8) Cheap very Cheap. Do not stay there. I suggest if you really want to visit Helendale, California. Drive there, sleep in your car and park next to the railroad track, would be a whole lot better experience. We left early.

The Inn itself (located right on the 27 hole golf course) has been closed since Covid and not scheduled to open any time soon. A number over ownership changes and no communications has the locals confused as to what the plans are.Although the golf course itself, was open and operating fine. We ended up staying in the Mission Villas, not recommended. There is a community card required in order to play golf or use the community centre (swim, tennis, pickle ball). Only golf was open due to cold weather. Golf course was in great shape, green fees very low. Top of the line clubhouse and Proshop. Meals were exceptional with large servings and low prices. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Other than our accommodations, Helendale is a very unique place to visit. There are two man made lakes with bars and restaurants overlooking this Oasis in the middle of nowhere. Ample grocery store, coffee shops, pizza joints and laundry as well as post office and dollar store. Half hour drive to Costco (Victorville) , and outlet mall in Barstow (40 minutes away).