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Private Hot Springs & Organic Farm

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· Bombay Beach, Riverside, California
7 acres hosted by Gordon K.
1 RV/tent site
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The desert is really lovely right now, and so are the mineral baths. We have no lodging here, so park your RV or car or set your tent up right next to outdoor hot mineral baths where pure water flows from under the desert at 124 degrees then we let it cool down to whatever temperature feels right. Only 1 group (max 6) at a time so it will always be private, and we are very conscientious of our guest's privacy, but are always available for questions via text or phone. Check in time is now 4 pm, check out time 10 am. Darkness comes now at 5:30 pm. Check out our IG here! https://www.instagram.com/hotspringsorganicfarm/ Autumn is here and days now are in the 80's, nights in the 60's. Located in a rural desert setting 1 hour south of Indio, in the morning shadow of the Chocolate Mountains, this is a working farm growing 7 varieties of organic dates: medjool, barhi, khadrawi, halawi, khalas, dayri and zahidi.   Ideal bath times are nighttime and early morning, and day soaks are an option too if you live locally and just want to spend a few hours soaking.  We have a private driveway and fenced property and there are no nearby homes. It is an extremely safe neighborhood here...never having a single incident of theft, vandalism or intrusion in the 19 years of residence. This is where the beautiful natural hot healing waters flow out of the earth as described in the famed "Desert Magazine" article of November 1956 "Little Yellowstone on the Salton Shores". A very remarkable but little-known secret in the California desert. 18 years of date harvests have made life and residence purposeful here on this 7-acre flank of the Chocolate Mountains. Desert Magazine (1956) describes the hot water here to be "richer in mineral content than any spa water in the United States excepting those in the Yellowstone Park area. Here then was mineral water rivaling that of Spa Royat in France; Bad-Nauheim in Germany; and Marianbad in Czechoslovakia. Here was water superior to that which the royal heads of Europe had paid princely sums to use." 2-wheel drive vehicles, including cars are all one needs to reach the farm.  Some wild deer in the neighborhood, but also bighorn sheep, fox, coyote, bobcat, hawks, owls, lizards, geckos and rabbits. Native artifacts have been discovered on the property and our desert nights are free of light pollution.  Private hot springs on small farms are extremely rare anywhere in America, but especially within 2 and 1/2 hours of greater Los Angeles. This is a really great place to empty your head out and enjoy the lovely weather and an even better place to get and stay healthy in these unpredictable times. This place is ideally suited for health-oriented folks. No tobacco, alcohol, vaping, cannabis or drugs allowed. And in the pools no lotions, perfume, hair care products, makeup, or sunscreen. No food or glass near the pools, and we are not set up for small kids or pets. Cookstoves are okay here, just no campfires due to an excess of brush in the region. Verizon and AT&T and T Mobile phone service all work well here. We are 4 miles from Bombay Beach, 35 minutes from Mecca, 1 hour and 20 minutes from Palm Springs, 1 hour from the Coachella Music Festival location, in the direction with light traffic. 1 hour and 30 minutes from Joshua Tree south entrance, 1 hour and 10 minutes from La Quinta and 2 hours and 30 minutes from Los Angeles area and 2 hours 30 minutes from San Diego area. We are 30 minutes to Salvation Mountain/The Slabs and 1 hour 10 minutes to Painted Canyon (The Slot Canyons in the Mecca Hills).  The last half mile before our gate is a dirt road that can have seasonal ruts and washboard surface from off-roaders, so passenger cars will need to take it slow but can still make it.  We are not a posh resort, and because it's a farm there are a few odd structures and tools on the property, but that's just part of the art. The rock pools and hot water baths are lovely at night under the stars near the palms, and that's what this place is all about.   This farm is in the low (elevation) desert, where the winter days are warm with springtime-like weather from November - March.   The colder high desert areas in the Morongo Basin (Joshua Tree, 29 Palms etc.) are more popular tourist destinations, but sometimes they are so popular that the traffic can be as bad as any city, with no flowing water and the Bighorn Sheep are hiding away deep in the boulders. The low desert has nicer winter days, hot springs, flowing water, far less traffic and more places to observe wildlife.   Bring flip flops, towels and flashlights.Located in a rural desert setting 1 hour south of Indio, in the morning shadow of the Chocolate Mountains, this is a working farm growing 6 varieties of organic dates; medjool, barhi, khadrawi,halawi, khalas and zahidi, as well as mango, Jamaican plum and temple orange.  Daytime temps right now are in the 80's ...nights are in the 60's. Darkness comes at 5:30 pm now. Check out our IG here! https://www.instagram.com/hotspringsorganicfarm/  Our crystal clear natural hot mineral water flows from under the desert at 124 degrees (51 c.) then we let it cool down to whatever temperature feels right, with the ideal bath times being nighttime and early morning.  We only host 1 group (max 5) or person at a time so it will always be private, and we are very conscientious of our guest's privacy, but are always available for questions via text or phone.  We have a private driveway and fenced property and there are no nearby homes. It is an extremely safe neighborhood here...never having a single incident of theft, vandalism or intrusion in the 18 years of residence. This is where the beautiful natural hot healing waters flow out of the earth as described in the famed "Desert Magazine" article of November 1956 "Little Yellowstone on the Salton Shores". A very remarkable but little-known secret in the California desert.  Some wild deer in the neighborhood, but also bighorn sheep, fox, coyote, bobcat, hawks, owls, lizards, geckos and rabbits. Native artifacts have been discovered on the property and our desert nights are free of light pollution.  Private hot springs on small farms are extremely rare anywhere in America, but especially within 2 and 1/2 hours of greater Los Angeles. This is a really great place to empty your head out and enjoy the lovely weather and an even better place to get and stay healthy in these unpredictable times. This place is ideally suited for health-oriented folks. No tobacco, alcohol, e-cigarettes, cannabis or drugs allowed. And in the pools no lotions, perfume, hair care products, makeup, or sunscreen. No food or glass near the pools, and we are not set up for small kids or pets. Cookstoves are okay here, just no campfires due to an excess of brush in the region. Verizon and AT&T and T Mobile phone service all work well here. We are 4 miles from Bombay Beach, 35 minutes from Mecca, 1 hour and 20 minutes from Palm Springs, 1 hour from the Coachella Music Festival location, in the direction with light traffic. 1 hour and 30 minutes from Joshua Tree south entrance, 1 hour and 10 minutes from La Quinta and 2 hours and 30 minutes from Los Angeles area and 2 hours 30 minutes from San Diego area. We are 30 minutes to Salvation Mountain/The Slabs, 40 minutes to Dos Palmas Preserve and 1 hour 10 minutes to Painted Canyon (The Slot Canyons in the Mecca Hills).  The last half mile before our gate is a dirt road that can have seasonal ruts and washboard surface from off-roaders, so passenger cars will need to take it slow but can still make it.  We are not a posh resort, and because it's a farm there are a few odd structures and tools on the property, but that's just part of the art. The rock pools and hot water baths are lovely at night under the stars near the palms, and that's what this place is all about....the water. Ideal soaking times are sunset, nighttime and sunrise.   This farm is in the low (elevation) desert, where the winter days are warm with springtime-like weather from November - March.   The colder high desert areas in the Morongo Basin (Joshua Tree, 29 Palms etc.) are more popular tourist destinations, but sometimes they are so popular that the traffic can be as bad as any city, with no flowing water and the Bighorn Sheep are hiding away deep in the boulders. The low desert has nicer winter days, hot springs, flowing water, far less traffic and more places to observe wildlife.   Bring towels, flip flops and flashlights.
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Stacy A.recommends
December 16, 2024
Private Hot Springs & Organic Farm
The paved area for parking/camping was lovely and right next to the hot spring pool. Gordon fills up for you when you want it! It’s so relaxing! Wish I had stayed at least 2 nights! The road to get there is unpaved so be ready to take it nice and slow, but it’s worth it!
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Megan O.recommends
December 7, 2024
Private Hot Springs & Organic Farm
Such an incredible experience! From the start, Gordon was so kind and accommodating; he even asked when he could set up the pools pre-arrival, which was such a thoughtful touch. The pools were beyond relaxing, the perfect way to unwind and soak in the scenes. He also offered some dates from the organic farm; they were absolutely delicious. Everything about this stay exceeded my expectations. The view was stunning, the sunsets were magical, and the star gazing at night was perfect. It was exactly the relaxing escape I needed! I was traveling alone and felt completely safe the entire time. I only wish I could have stayed longer! I’m already recommending this spot to friends and family and can’t wait until I can come back myself. If you’re thinking about booking, do it—you won’t regret it!
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Daniel H.recommends
December 4, 2024
Private Hot Springs & Organic Farm
Again everything was great. Hot pool to order Quiet place great host
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Daniel H.recommends
December 3, 2024
Private Hot Springs & Organic Farm
Great again
Again very quiet place to stay. Courteous and gracious host and hot pool to order any time. We had good hiking into the edge of the chocolate mountains and a very relaxing stay.
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Matthew W.recommends
November 24, 2024
Private Hot Springs & Organic Farm
Gordon is a terrific host and it’s a peaceful and beautiful property. I’m certain I’ll be back again and recommend this spot to friends.
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Christian C.recommends
November 22, 2024
Private Hot Springs & Organic Farm
Gordon was a fantastic host and has a beautiful, humble farm. He was very accommodating, willing to work with our time, and even shared some of the delicious dates he grows there. Very on top of keeping the mineral water bath hot for us. I highly recommend camping here, it's just down the road from Bombay Beach and Slab City, it's very quiet and serene, and overall just has beautiful scenery. Perfect place for relaxation and a quick get away. Wish we could have stayed longer. Thank you so much Gordon!
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Bombay Beach, Riverside, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Xawiƚƚ kwñchawaay (Cocopah) and Ɂívil̃uwenetem Meytémak (Cahuilla) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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