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Aphrodite Cottage-Seclusion & Stargazing at 25acres gated private Hidden Passage

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A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the outdoors, a kitchenette, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large wooden table, a microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A cozy kitchen with a fireplace, a dining area with bar stools, and a large window.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a desert landscape in the background.
A small, single-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a chimney. There are two lounge chairs and a small table in front.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Morongo Valley, CA
  • Place, Sand to Snow National Monument
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Convention Center
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Morongo Valley

Located in Morongo Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Hi-Desert Nature Museum and Hi-Desert Cultural Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Pioneertown and Desert Hot Springs Town Center. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Morongo Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Sand to Snow National Monument - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 31 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Agua Caliente Casino - 47 min drive - 53.6 km
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 48 min drive - 42.1 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 52 min drive - 46.3 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 28 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Algoberto's Taco Shop - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pappy & Harriet's Pioneertown Palace - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Snake Bite Roadhouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Luna Bakery - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Aphrodite Cottage-Seclusion & Stargazing at 25acres gated private Hidden Passage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Aphrodite Cottage-Seclusion & Stargazing at 25acres gated private Hidden Passage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Aphrodite Cottage-Seclusion & Stargazing at 25acres gated private Hidden Passage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aphrodite Cottage-Seclusion & Stargazing at 25acres gated private Hidden Passage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aphrodite Cottage-Seclusion & Stargazing at 25acres gated private Hidden Passage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aphrodite Cottage-Seclusion & Stargazing at 25acres gated private Hidden Passage located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Sand to Snow National Monument and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Groves Cabin Theatre. Tucca Park and Mojave Desert Land Trust are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great property for us
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place to stay, I would definitely recommend going there.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a beautiful peaceful place
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice hideaway

This is the second time we've stayed on the property. It's a beautiful, secluded spot about 20 minutes to Joshua Tree. We're thinking about returning when the weather is a warmer and can take advantage of the pool and hiking around the mountains that ring the place. Diane is an excellent communicator. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert serenity

We really enjoyed our stay at Hidden Passage in the Aphrodite cabin. The view was even better than expected and all the windows made the space feel a lot bigger for 2 adults and a pup. It was a quiet and peaceful getaway, close enough to go into town to grab a bite and catch a show at Pappy’s and then come back to relax and enjoy being surrounded by nature. The wood stove was a nice touch and kept us warm on a couple of chilly nights. The bed was comfy and we had everything we needed during our stay. We loved the privacy of the cabin and didn’t get a chance to check out the pool or other common spaces, but we are already planning another visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it…

While the check in was full of hiccups, I send a huge thank you to Diane for helping us! The property is exactly as described, the sunrise seen from the large window is perfect and the night skies are priceless. The location leads to a quiet stay, easy access to both Joshua Tree national park and Palm Springs. We plan on returning, without a doubt.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded Beauty

My wife and I stayed here in early May as a base to visit Joshua Tree National Park. We had spent a season of our lives working in the park 30 years ago, so this was a bit of a reunion trip. The Aphrodite House was beautiful, well situated on the edge of the property and had stunning views of the rugged desert canyon. Beautifully apportioned, tile floor throughout and wonderful artwork and structure. Air conditioning and pedestal fan worked great. Very QUIET for sleeping! Kitchen well utilized with full size fridge, electric range and oven, microwave and all cooking utensils provided. The access from the main highway via dirt roads winds through scattered homes and trailers and requires careful attention the first time through. It takes about 12 minutes and best driving slowly due to rocky/sandy conditions, but doable for any vehicle (at least in dry May weather we encountered). Property Host was super attentive to messages and all our communications were quickly responded to.... Thanks Ellen and Diane! We didn't have any cell reception while on the property, but wifi/internet connectivity was excellent and WhatsApp messaging worked fine. The property also had a nice swimming pool which we enjoyed one afternoon while there. The pool was not heated at the time, so only tolerable for us while the sun was out shining. Overall a GREAT stay and would highly recommend especially if you want to be away from crowds !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

March 2022 Aphrodite Cottage

Pros: Very quiet, remote, canyon view, very comfortable bed. Approx. 30 min from Joshua Tree and 40 min from Palm Springs Airport. Very unique location & cottage. Kitchen was well stocked and appreciated the coffee supply. Cons: The dirt road back to Hidden Passage is VERY rough & 10 mph max. This was not communicated in the VRBO rental information. I clocked it as only 1.5 miles, but it would take 10 min to drive every time we left or returned. Honestly, the rough, dirt road really impeded our enjoyment as we didn't want to drive it at night or more than once a day! A few of the pics were misleading - the kitchen bar stools pictured are not what are there now. The pool was not functioning like the VRBO said it would be in March. There was not a DVD player. Communication with the manager were not prompt nor complete.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVE this place

I will absolutely be back. It was clean and private. The view was amazing and so was the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Passage Guest Ranch

We thoroughly enjoyed our 10 day stay at Hidden Passage Guest Ranch. Lot’s of things to do in the area and as a golfer was pleased to discover Hawk’s Landing Golf Course only 15 minutes away! Our accommodations were just what we were looking for as well with great hiking right outside your door. Staff went above and beyond to be helpful. Great hike with Diane and Johnson on Saturday morning! Ashley was super helpful as well. There are lots of places to stay on the ranch and our stay in Aphrodite cottage was terrific! We’re already looking at coming back next year!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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