Title: Desert Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Desert Retreat Holiday home in Borrego Springs ## Photo gallery for Desert Retreat ![Dining - Desert Retreat (Borrego Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102414100/102414032/cec2fb02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Desert Retreat (Borrego Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102414100/102414032/01dabc9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Desert Retreat (Borrego Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102414100/102414032/3d5fa8e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Desert Retreat (Borrego Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102414100/102414032/39645535.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Desert Retreat (Borrego Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102414100/102414032/30a2658f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Bar O, a mid-century ranch-style home, invites you to unwind amidst tranquil desert surroundings. Savor the serene patio views of sunrise and sunset or explore nearby Indian Head and Fonts Point. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Desert Retreat A mid-century ranch style home, tucked away on an acre of tranquil desert surrounded by sweeping desert valley views and Borrego's iconic mountain vistas, Indian Head, and Fonts Point. The space Start your day slowly with a freshly brewed cup of coffee while enjoying the patio's east- facing views of the sunrise as the desert wakes up around you. Every season at Bar O has something special to offer: In the summer, relax poolside at one of Borrego's day-use pools. The mid-century style olympic-sized pool at The Palms at Indian Head ($15/pp) or the pool, spa, and fitness facilities at La Casa Del Zorro Thursday-Sunday ($25/pp or $45/family of 4) are two local favorites. Back at Bar O, turn the patio misters on or hop in under the outdoor shower to cool off. In late February to early March, the desert explodes with blooms! During the spring, fall and winter use Bar O as a base for day trips to explore the state park, bike around town, hike in the desert, or golf at Ram's Hill, an award-winning course. When the sun starts to set, be sure to catch the alpine glow that is cast over Fonts Point. Play desert bocce on your one acre playground or challenge a player or two to a shuffle board competition! The kitchen has new, upgraded appliances and is fully stocked with cookware making for an easy home-cooked meal. Even better, throw your favorite dinner on the propane or charcoal grill. The option for 6 to dine inside or al fresco. Gather around the fire pit to enjoy the internationally-recognized dark sky community's star show while the coyotes yip and howl in the distance. Fire-roasted s'mores for dessert! Peak into the telescope to be transported into the limitless galaxies above. Lounge on one of three living room sofas and watch Netflix or Direct TV on the 70 inch TV, or grab a record and listen to it crack and pop as it spins your favorite album. Light a fire in the wood-burning fireplace for an extra cozy night in. When you're ready to retire to one of the spacious bedrooms, sink into one of the three bedrooms' king memory foam mattresses and feel the crisp, silky percale sheets on your skin. Stay bundled up with our down comforters draped in French linen duvets. Each bedroom has blackout shades, roll it down and sleep in a little later than you normally would- you're on vacation! Need another spot to sleep? Our sofa's bench style cushion is a very comfy option for a 7th guest. We love to host events. Message us for more details! Guest access A Masterlock houses the key to access the sliding glass entry door. Other things to note Each bedroom is outfitted with blackout shades. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89720000/89710200/89710191/2e261706.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing desert oasis Borrego Springs - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=89710191&PinnedHotelID=89710191&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108040000/108035400/108035385/959bf35f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Designer Oasis Desert Paradise Borrego Springs - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=108035385&PinnedHotelID=108035385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109080000/109080000/109079910/cb260be7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 3brd house in Borrego Springs. 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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 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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.227306,-116.39357&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wqyiExbleU%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%40Q%40S%3FS%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40QBQ%40SBQBQBQBQDQBQDQDOBQFQDQDODQFOFQDMFQFOFOHOFOFMHOFOHMHMHOHMHKJMHMJMHMJKJKJMJKHILKJMJILIJKLIJILILGLIJILGLGLGNGLELGLGNELENELELENCNCLCNENALENANCL%3FNANCN%3FN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%3FLBN%40N%40N%40N%40LDN%40NDLBNBLBNDLDNDLDLDNFLFLDLFNFJFLFLHLHLFJHLHLHJJLHJHJLJJJHJJJLJJJJHLJLHLJLHJHLHNHLFLHNHNFLFNHNFNFNFPDLFPDNFPDPDNDPDPDNBPDPBPDPBP%40PBPBRBP%40P%40PBP%40P%3FP%40R%40R%3FP%40P%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FRAP%3FPAPAR%3FRAPCPAPAPCPCPCRAPCPEPCPEPCPENEPEPENEPGPENGNENGNGPGNINGNGLINILGNILINIJILKLILKLILKJKJKLKJKHKJKJKJMHKJMHMFKJMFMHMFMHKFOFMFMDMFOFMDMDODMDOBMDOBMBODO%40MBOBO%40O%40O%40MBO%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCOAMAOAOCMCOAOEMCOCOEMCMEOEMEOEMGMGMEOGMGMGMIKGMIMGMKKGMIKKMIKKKKMKIIKKKMKKKKIMKMIMKMIMIKIOIMIOGMIOGMGOIOGOGQGOEOGOGOEQEOEQGQCQEOEQCQEQCQCQCQCSAQCQAQCQAQAQAS%3FSAQAQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YzFbpvbNEWnXdjRoC3ckpHmnxGI=) Borrego Springs, CA #### What's nearby - Anza Borrego Desert State Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - The Springs at Borrego Golf Course \- 9 min drive \- 4.0 miles - Anza-Borrego Museum \- 9 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center \- 11 min drive \- 4.4 miles - Lake Cuyamaca \- 51 min drive \- 45.6 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Borrego Springs Resort - ‬8 min drive - ‪Carlee's - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Palms at Indian Head - ‬11 min drive - ‪Jilbertos - ‬6 min drive - ‪Red Ocotillo - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Desert Retreat pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Desert Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Desert Retreat? ### Where is Desert Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Desert Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally S. 1 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing desert oasis ! Well stocked kitchen-it is easy to cook meals. Very comfortable living and dining room for entire family. Safe area of town with park and market 2 miles from house. ##### Sally S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert M. 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Serene Property The interior of the home was even better than shown in the photos, and the layout was conducive to a large family gathering. The hosts were very responsive to all of our questions and we truly enjoyed our stay. ##### Robert M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret M. 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chillin in the desert T ##### Margaret M. 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