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Studio with private back yard, surrounded by desert.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Green spaces just minutes away
    Guests love the location for its easy access to nearby parks.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Anza Borrego Desert State Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Borrego Springs, CA
  • Place, Anza Borrego Desert State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, RoadRunner Golf & Country Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thermal, CA (TRM-Jacqueline Cochran Regional)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Studio with private back yard, surrounded by desert.

This Pristine Studio apartment is the best kept secret in Borrego Springs. Sports a private walled in private yard plus views forever. This is a studio that is attached to the Main House, separated by a solid sound door and both Main House And Studio may be rented together or separately. Great stargazing. Moon deck. Full kitchen and bath. Super clean new construction style living. The property sits on the edge of the Anza Borrego desert, near Borrego Springs, CA. It has A/C, a queen bed and looks to the north over some beautiful mountains. Huge front yard, almost an acre of mature growth shade and palm trees featuring a patio with beautiful outside fireplace. It is 5 minutes away from the Galleta Meadows sculptures, and less than 1/2 hour from Coyote Canyon, Palm Canyon and Fonts Point. The Salton Sea is about 1/2 an hour away, and the highlights of Salvation Mountain and the Mud Volcanoes are another 45 minutes from there.

If you would like to see more pictures and videos of this property and the surrounding area, we have both a FaceBook page and a YouTube channel called "Borrego Palms".

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Please notify Dennis that you are leaving.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 647071vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Borrego Springs

Borrego Springs is home to this apartment. The Sky Art Sculptures of Borrego Springs and Peg Leg Smith Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at RoadRunner Golf & Country Club and Anza Borrego Tennis Center.
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Borrego Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Anza Borrego Desert State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • RoadRunner Golf & Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • The Springs at Borrego Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Anza-Borrego Museum - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Thermal, CA (TRM-Jacqueline Cochran Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carlee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Borrego Springs Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Ocotillo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jilbertos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Palms at Indian Head - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Studio with private back yard, surrounded by desert. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Studio with private back yard, surrounded by desert. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Studio with private back yard, surrounded by desert.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Studio with private back yard, surrounded by desert.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Studio with private back yard, surrounded by desert.?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Studio with private back yard, surrounded by desert. located?

Situated in Borrego Springs, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of RoadRunner Golf & Country Club, Anza Borrego Tennis Center and The Springs at Borrego Golf Course. Anza-Borrego Museum is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio is on lovely grounds. Despite being in a residential neighborhood, it looks out on open desert, which was very nice. The place was clean and in good condition, the wifi worked well, and the kitchen was more than adequate.We would definitely stay there again.
Patio and fireplace on the grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2026
Thank you for your comments. I hope you got out on Henderson Canyon Road to see the early wildflowers. We would welcome you back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

betty c.

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

Nice quiet place

Our property manager made the stay very simple and pleasant. The place was just what we needed. Very cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent three nights in this studio. It was spacious and the kitchen was well equipped. Dennis, the manager, met us upon arrival. There is an adjacent rental house but our unit was very quiet. The bed was comfortable. The Visitor Center at Anza Borrego Desert State Park is a 10 minute drive. We took the easy Narrows Earth Trail and ate our packed lunch at Tamarisk campground where the ranger had lots of good tips. We had good dinners at Red Ocotillo and at Carlee's in Borrego Springs. If you are looking to try out Julian Pie Co. pies, you can get them in Julian or at Santa Ysabel (no lines, plenty of parking).Santa Ysabel also has a Dudley's Bakery, worth a stop. We had a very nice time during this visit to the desert.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Curtis B.

Great location and accomodation

We really enjoyed our stay in Borrego Springs. Eric and Dennis were always very responsive and helpful. Look forward to a return visit in the future. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Great, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. Hopefully next time you return we will also have a great wildflower season. Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janise C.

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

Great!

Property was great. It was bigger than expected, with a nice size private yard. Host was there on check in to answer any questions and was helpful. Nice location, great for stargazing. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2024
Hello Janise, Thank you very much for the review. It was our genuine pleasure having you and I hope you saw a lot of wildflowers! Thank you again, Eric and Dennis
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

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

Desert experience

We enjoyed the studio and the outdoor space as well.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan R.

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

Nice studio with great views of the sky

Studio was well situated for star gazing and bike riding. Owner made us feel right at home! Everything provided for a comfortable stay. Pool and jacuzzi an added bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Thank you so much for the kind comments! We are very glad that you had a good time and wish you many happy vacations in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

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

Perfect place in desert

Studio with exceptionally well supplied kitchen. Lots of natural light to enjoy desert views. Very close to center of town and park entrance. On large property with adjoining properties equally large, so lots of property. Hottub was great as was Dennis's hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2024
Hi Craig, Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you mentioned Dennis. I am very lucky to have him as a site manager. Thanks again, Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

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

We love this place!

Borrego Palms is a gem in the desert — and, not just because Dennis, the on-site manager is probably the nicest man you’ll meet in town. He makes you feel instantly welcome and at home. Plus, he’s a fine guitarist/performer and a great ambassador for this little community. We had the pleasure of meeting Eric, the owner on this, our second stay here, and he was equally kind and helpful. We resoundingly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

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

Fabulous!

We absolutely loved our stay at Borrego Palms and have already reserved it again for next year. The studio is everything a couple needs, the enclosed backyard gives you wonderful privacy for relaxing in the sun, and the hot tub was great for evening star gazing. Dennis, the site manager, is a great guy available for help if you needed it but not intrusive at all.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2023
Hello Jean, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we will look forward to seeing you again next year. I can't promise as much rain for next year, but as the rain lessens, the stargazing gets better. I'm glad you found Dennis helpful; I am very lucky to have him as a friend and a site manager. Thank you again, Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

Excellent stay!

We had such a great time at Eric's property! Everything was exactly as described, clean, and well appointed. The property manager, Dennis, lives on site and was available to help with anything and everything without being intrusive. The kitchen had all of the basics and then some to cook full meals, from a convection oven to a rice cooker. The views were spectacular, it was quiet, and convenient to everything in town. The pool was a fantastic bonus. We now have our go to place to stay in Borrego Springs and plan to return here year after year. What a fabulous place!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2024
Thank you very much Wendy. You were a delight to have, and we are so glad you did so well in your race! You will be welcome back any time (other than in July or August, where I wouldn't want you to suffer in the Borrego summer heat). Thank you again, Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie H.

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

Great Long Weekend Getaway

This place was perfect for a couple! It had ample space to move around, cook, relax, etc. It’s a beautiful property and super quiet. The property manager greeted us on arrival and was very pleasant. He even warned us of a power outage one of the nights that Borrego is famous for. It was cloudy all weekend so no stargazing but we got to see several rainbows and listening to rain fall in the desert is priceless.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2023
Hello Christie, Thank you for your kind words. I'm sorry about the cloudy nights! Normally Borrego is famous as a "dark sky community". The only silver lining is that with those clouds came another dose of rain which should make things great for another wildflower season.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

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

Desert Paradise

This was our 3rd trip to Borrego Springs. The previous 2 trips were booked with hotels. We’re so happy we found this place! It was so nice and cozy. Perfect for my me, my wife, and 5 year old. Location was perfect. Down the street from Galleta Meadows and Christmas Circle. Eric (owner) and Dennis (on site manager) were so accommodating and communicative. They responded right away with any questions we had and took care of all our needs. Got a lot of cool recommendations from them of things to do and foods to eat. The house was well stocked with everything we needed. Bring butter/cooking oil and of course food, if you plan on cooking. We cooked most of our meals and ate out once a day. Owe would recommend this place to anyone and will for sure book again in the future. Thank you Eric and Dennis for making our stay so enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2024
Hi Danny, I'm glad you had a good time and we look forward to seeing you and your family again. Sorry again for the high wind; I know that your son was looking forward to a good campfire. You were a pleasure to have and I wish you a very good summer. Thanks again, Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

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

Enjoyed our stay

This was a great location for our Borrego Springs stay - close enough that we could walk to town and hike the hills of the park leaving from the apartment. We cooked in most days and very much enjoyed sitting in the private backyard space to dine or just enjoy the beautiful weather. And the hot tub was a great plus!Dennis was as nice a host as we could ask for, tho he had forgotten our arrival date so our start was a little unusual! Dennis was totally on top of things after that little snafu!One other small minus was, oddly enough, that the baseboards needed to be scrubbed - especially around the kitchen trash can. And there were no extra trash bags in the apartment so Dennis rounded up a different container for us to use in the kitchen. Although we had very considerate neighbors in the adjoining unit, there were mornings where we got up when they did due to their noise. I hate to sound unhappy with our stay because we enjoyed it very much. Thanks to you Dennis for your cheerful helpfulness!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Charming Desert Oasis/Paradise With Magnificent View of the Stars... And Much More!

The photos do not do the interior of this charming studio justice. Plus the description and the photos do not convey how helpful and pleasant the host Dennis is. We had trouble with our car and he was enormously kind and considerate and saved the day for us. We also met the owner Eric who is brilliant thoughtful generous and extremely knowledgeable about the area. They are both a real delight. We couldnt have asked to meet nicer people! The studio is quite spacious and well designed in the layout. The wi-fi was fine with no problems and we put it through its paces! But beyond the obvious there is a nearby structure on the property with a staircase which takes you to a higher vantage point for watching sunrise, sunset and the amazing display of stars at night. Plus the studio guests have full use of the pool for sunbathing and swimming. What a win! Just an incredible 3 day vacation that we so much wished could have been a week! We are hesitant even to write this positive review as we want this place to ourselves! But we know that right now we can only visit now and then... so come and get it and enjoy it! BTW re the water heater and the shower... you just got to wait awhile. Once the hot water comes on it is a good temperature. We both love hot showers and we were fine with it! PS Borrego Springs really does close at 9 pm. That means ALL of the stores. So get what you need BEFORE 9 pm at night! We learned that the hard way lol.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Wow, what kind words! Thank you and you know you are always welcome back (just don't come back in summer as it will be 120 degrees!). Thanks, Eric
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Serenity in the desert

Nice triplex type complex . Each unit has its own privacy. Great view to the western mountains. Sky is beautiful at night. I stayed in the studio. More like an apartment. Unit was clean and provided me with a place hang out while I also visited with family at another location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne Q.

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

The Best Views

Everything we needed and more, amazing place to stay!! We will be back
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

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

Desert Solitude

Lovely desert landscaping on a couple of acres. The house is well set back from a very quiet road, with just the desert behind it. The landscaping gives the impression that you have the world to yourself. The studio itself is large, well arranged and well equipped. Dennis, the resident property manager, is very nice and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

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

Comfortable stay in the desert

Studio was comfortable. Plenty of space for two adults with hiking gear. Dennis, the property manager, was friendly and helpful. We would stay in the studio again if our travels bring us back to Borrego Springs.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2021
Thank you very much for your kind comments! We genuinely appreciate it, and we are glad you enjoyed your stay (even if the wildflowers were not exactly amazing this dry year). Thanks, Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bart M.

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

Fantastic Place!

Dennis and Eric are super helpful and accommodating! Quiet, clean and serene............Everything you need is here!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Perfect Getaway

This comfortable and private studio worked out perfectly for us as we visited with friends in the area. The location enabled us to enjoy the peace and quiet of the desert just a short distance from the town center. We particularly enjoyed watching the stars from the hot tub. Dennis was a great host. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Lovely place to stay

Studio was convenient, quiet, well equipped and clean. Great looking-after by Dennis.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Good home base for exploring the desert and it's flowers

There was a lot of rain this year, so the desert flowers were wonderful. And what better way to do the desert than to stay several days in a little apartment for home base. Dennis and his sweet dog were very helpful with any glitches encountered, and we had a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Joy Z.

Little Gem

We were very pleased with this very peaceful, cozy, comfortable place and hope to come back. It's close enough to town but has a private, away from it all, feel with great views of the mountains when you step out on the patio and pool area. It is a small pool, great to cool off in on a hot day. It is a perfect studio size for 1 or 2 people. Dennis is a very personable, friendly manager.
Archival

8/10 Good

Edel B.

Ideal setting, very convenient to town and hiking trails.

We rented this casita for our adult daughter. She was delighted when she saw it! The casita has large windows with beautiful views and very quiet surroundings. The Internet connection worked for her ( a little slow ), but it was okay, it gave her time to relax. Our daughter would love to come back next year. Dennis , the property manager, is a jewel, so pleasant, friendly and helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2016

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