Thanksgiving in Lake Havasu: A New Holiday Tradition

Turkey, football, and pumpkin pie—plus a heated pool and hot tub you don't have to share with other resort guests. Did we mention that you arrive at a professionally cleaned home? It’s effortless once all the guests have gone home, too. Sound appealing?

We make it easy to build your new Thanksgiving tradition around whatever your group enjoys—with plenty of sunshine, watersports on Lake Havasu, and the desert as your backdrop.

This year, bring the family, invite the grandparents, gather your closest friends, and settle into a luxurious vacation rental home where the holiday can unfold at a more relaxing pace for everyone.

A Resort-Style Home Away From Home

Arrive to an immaculate, luxurious home and leave the post-holiday clean up to someone else. Just relax and enjoy time with family and friends.

There’s no rule that says Thanksgiving must be spent at home—and in one of our vacation properties in Lake Havasu, you can enjoy all your familiar holiday weekend traditions with those you love—at a luxury property with resort-style amenities.

Every one of our Arizona vacation rental properties comes with a heated pool and spa, so you’ll feel like you’re at a sunny resort, but with all the comforts of home. Take an afternoon swim, relax in the hot tub, or let the kids burn off some energy while the adults finish cooking Thanksgiving dinner.

For a little friendly family competition, some of our Arizona vacation homes also feature private pickleball courts. A morning match—or a post-pie rematch—could easily become part of your family's new Thanksgiving tradition.

When it's time for football, many of our Lake Havasu vacation rentals offer theater rooms where everyone can settle in for the big game. Later, swap football for your favorite holiday movies and turn the room into your own private cinema.

Many homes also have firepits, creating the perfect setting for the part of Thanksgiving everyone looks forward to after the dishes are done. Gather around the fire, make s'mores, tell stories, and enjoy a desert sky filled with stars.

Make the Most of Cool Fall Temps in Lake Havasu

Enjoy a fully equipped gourmet kitchen (some of our homes even have two ovens!) and indoor-outdoor living and dining spaces for extended family gatherings.

The fall might be one of the best-kept secrets in Lake Havasu. The intense summer heat has eased, making autumn an ideal time to get outside and enjoy everything the area has to offer.

Start Thanksgiving morning with a cool hike before the turkey goes in the oven. Exploring a desert trail is a great way to work up an appetite, and the cooler temperatures make fall an ideal time for hitting the trails. If you prefer a more leisurely pace, the Island Trail offers a paved 3.6-mile loop that's popular for walking and biking.

November in Arizona is sweater weather! It’s a great time to play a round of golf at one of Lake Havasu’s three golf courses, get out for a bike ride, or simply spend some time poolside with friends and family.

The fall doesn’t mean you have to put the boat away. Get out on the water for a few hours of fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, wakesurfing, or simply cruising around the lake—then head home to a private space where everyone can settle in for Thanksgiving dinner.

Thanksgiving Dinner Maxxing (for the Chef in Your Family!)

Outdoor dining with kids’ table needed at this Arizona vacation rental property, Villa Soleada.

If you’re the chef in the family, you’ll be thrilled to hear that our properties come with fully equipped chef’s kitchens—complete with high-end appliances, double sinks, generous islands and ample counter space to prepare a delicious holiday meal for a crowd. Some even have double ovens so you can cook a turkey and a ham, and all the family’s faves..

And when dinner is ready, there's no need to squeeze around the table or relegate anyone to the kid’s table. Many of our Havasu vacation homes feature spacious indoor great rooms that open to covered outdoor dining and lounge areas. Simply set the table, open the wine, carve the turkey, and give thanks that this year, you’ve got plenty of elbow room for everyone!

Trade Thanksgiving Traditions for a Weekend on Your Terms

A beautifully appointed kitchen at Aura House that’s ideal for entertaining or a cozy Thanksgiving holiday in the desert with family.

The beauty of a Thanksgiving in Lake Havasu is that you can combine outdoor adventures with plenty of time and space at home to enjoy family moments and make holiday memories.

Whether you're planning a multi-generational family gathering, a friends' getaway, or simply want to make this year's Thanksgiving a little more special, Lake Havasu offers the perfect setting.

But the best homes won't wait! Choose your dates, and book your Thanksgiving getaway with Havasu Lux Stays now. Spend the holiday together, make some new traditions, and discover why Thanksgiving might just be the perfect time for an escape to the desert.

Explore Havasu Lux Stays vacation homes and book your Thanksgiving stay while availability lasts.