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Art, hiking, relaxing under the stars in Julian/Anza Borrego

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Julian, CA
  • Place, Anza Borrego Desert State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Julian Town Hall
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Cuyamaca
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Art, hiking, relaxing under the stars in Julian/Anza Borrego

The property is situated in the midst of the Anza Borrego Desert
State Park approx. 2400ft above sea level. At this elevation the
magnificent pines of Julian give way to a High Chaparral landscape
with native Junipers, Desert Willows and mixed with Agave, Cacti
and Creosote Bush giving the abundant wildlife cover from heat and
cold.
The Main Highway is the Great Overland Stage Route of 1849, from
where a private drive takes you to a secluded cottage in Adobe Style
and dedicated to the Native Indian Kokopelli figure, the flute
player who brings luck, charm and mischief.

Julian, the Gold Mining Town, beckons to be explored just 20
minutes to the west, Borrego Springs, 20 minutes to the north east,
offers the desert ambience with golf courses, club houses and
restaurants. To the south you might try a dip in the Agua Caliente
Hot Springs, or experience the freedom of soaring with a sailplane
from Warner Springs Sail Plane Airport 25 minutes to the northwest.

For the R&R enthusiast there are many books to read, movies to
watch, a private access to the Pacific Crest Hiking Trail and the
Mountain in back of the property to be climbed.

You might enjoy the attached patio with a perfect view of the most magnificent sunsets, dipping the mountain ranges into the bluest blue of nature's palette. It might
even inspire you to bring your painting easel, camera or sketch pad
and record these moments on paper or film.
At night you are in Dark Sky Country and the Milky Way offers spectacular picture-taking possibilities. We cater to professional photographers who bring their own telescopes.

If you are a private pilot you might try taking a picture of your
plane, tied down next to the airstrip, bathed in the gold of the
setting sun, you might even spot a coyote exploring its tires.

A quiet spot in the High Desert just under two hours from downtown
San Diego and 3 1/2 hours from Los Angeles.

  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, balcony or patio and sofa bed
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Anza Borrego Desert State Park and 15 minutes from Yaqui Well
Art, hiking, relaxing under the stars in Julian/Anza Borrego offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Julian cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Telescope

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside on patio w/ comfortable seating

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Children are to be supervised by an adult at all times, never around or in the pool by themselves.
No dirt biking or off road vehicle driving on the property and surrounding State Park
Firearms, fire works, or any illegal controlled substances, or items hazardous to persons or property are strictly forbidden.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets inside

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Parental control at all times

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside on patio w/ comfortable seating

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Reviews

Art, hiking, relaxing under the stars in Julian/Anza Borrego Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Minkari M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

Super cute space with a very comfortable bed, lovely kitchen to work with, nestled into a very adorable town nearby with a cute main street and lots of shops to look at. We spent most of our time hiking, which was gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Desert Road Trip

It’s located just outside of Anza Borrego and within close proximity of the park. The host, Rena, was very friendly and responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika B., Clarkston, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Desert Vacation

We enjoyed our stay at Kokopelli’s Hideaway. Lots of artwork in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kokopelli guest house

Our stay at Kokopelli's Hideaway was great. The guest house was very clean and had everything we needed during our stay. The location is quiet and peaceful. The owner was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salah A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding anniversary in the desert

Property was lovely. Ms. Reni welcomed us warmly and gave us a quick tour of the property. We had a lovely time enjoying the beautiful desert solitude.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very small but very good

It’s a small space that the designer did a great job fitting everything. But the basics are covered: comfortable bed, good shower working stove and plenty of storage space. No AC which wasn’t an issue. I did use the space heater as the mornings were cold. I’d recommend replacing the one there with a quieter one. All together really good value.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place to relax

Beautiful home in quiet setting. The owner was welcoming. We appreciated her flexibility with our checkout time. The home is filled with amazing artwork.Easy to reach Anza Borrego and Lake Cuyamaca.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Escape into the vastness of the desert.

Charming little adobe in the middle of the desert. Offers breathtaking views, beautiful stars, and all the hiking you can handle. Reni does an incredible job of supplying you with all the information to really explore and get to know the surrounding area. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

janice h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Art, hiking, relaxing under the stars in Julian/Anza Borrego

Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M., Pennsylvania, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

A Gem

Reni's casita just outside Anza Borrego State Park is a gem. Reni was a gracious and accommodating host who made us feel welcome. The little cottage was warm and full of color and interesting art, exactly as shown in the photos. Everything was immaculate and in good working order with all you would need to either cook or bring in your meals. I hope we will be able to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Two day stay, perfect acccomodation for what i was looking for. Very clean and neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nita H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best trip ever!

Great location and very comfortable for two.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to Decompress

The accomodations are perfect for people who can unplug from their electronics, read a book, take a nap, hike, enjoy peace and quiet, view the night sky, etc. A short drive to Julian or Anza for a change of scenery, or to the wineries makes this a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly

Beautiful, beautiful, peaceful, friendly, can't wait to come back
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We absolutely loved our stay. We wanted a location that where we could step outside and be in the desert and be able to see stars at night, and Kokopelli’s Hideaway checked all the boxes. We could walk out into the desert, observe desert flora and fauna, and access the Pacific Crest Trail. The house is clean and comfortable and beautifully decorated in a southwestern theme. Reni was a gracious host and provided us with a lot of information about the area. We hope to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerald P.

Liked: Cleanliness

ver cool and yurt spot

loved this little spot out in the desert. so perfect and quiet. the stars and blue skies are gorgeous. hostess was awesome and so helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marta B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway!

If you love to see any meteor shower and you enjoy a bit of relaxing solitude...this is the place to come! Reni has created a little oasis in the middle of the desert. The place is cozy, well equipped and fiull of charm. Reni, our host is welcoming and very sweet. We can't wait to come back soon. It's one of our new favorite spots
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

denise a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need for a peaceful time!

Very clean. It has everything you need in the kitchen and bathroom. There’s Heating and cooling and fans so it was great! Overall, the place itself is beautiful and the surroundings breathtaking!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C., Long Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than advertised

Our first impression of the property was that it was unique and peaceful. Reni gave us a tour of all the features and amenities. The property exceeded our expectations. Reni recommended various places or interest, restaurants, and even which way to orient our seats to get the clearest view of the stars. The property was clean, well kept, and shows pride of ownership. The property owner is incredibly personable and welcoming. We are looking forward to returning during a meteor shower or when we need some true peace and quiet. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kokopelli's calling

Kokopelli's hideaway is a wonderful place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The casita is beautifully decorated and fully equipped, as advertised. The records and VHS tapes are either an adventure awaiting you, or a gentle reminder that you are there for the beauty of the desert - not the technology you may be trying to take a break from. Seeing the milky way from the porch of the casita- 5 stars! Reni was a fabulous host, and genuinely warm person. We are looking forward to returning to this desert magic in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy h.

Liked: Cleanliness

adorable cottage, scenic location

We enjoyed the location about midway between Julian and Borrego Springs. The cottage is absolutely darling, and is sparkling clean. Kitchen is well stocked. The size would be perfect for a couple. For two adults not-coupled it's a bit small, and the hide-a-bed is merely adequate IMHO.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anza Borrego delight

Well equipped, comfortable and peaceful property, good location to explore Anza Borrego State Park and all the local history.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., Lake oswego

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular

The place is delightful. Reni is a character and very knowledgeable host. The setting is clean se to both Julian and Borrego Springs. Great fun
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy stay in the high desert

We arrived at the beginning of the great blizzard of 2023 in the Southern California mountains. Our host, Leni, reached out to us on the morning we departed from San Diego, and gave us step by step instructions for an alternate route as snow had closed the main road over the mountains. As the rain and wind lashed the casita that day, we stayed cozy and warm inside. The next day, we awoke to spectacular views of the snow covered peaks. The nearby hikes in Anza Borrego are beautiful. With plentiful spring rains, we saw many wildflowers. We loved the quiet and peacefulness of the casita and surrounding property. Thank you, Leni, for your kind attentiveness to making our stay comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023