Villa Kuro - Serene Escape

Welcome to Villa Kuro by Fieldtrip.

Villa Kuro is an award-winning, design-driven retreat minutes from Joshua Tree park entrance, where modern minimalism and wabi-sabi elements meet the soulful tranquility of the desert. Guests describe it as “one of the most well thought-out stays in the world,” a sanctuary that features a salt water hot tub nestled in massive boulders, outdoor shower, firepit with views of entire valley and spa like bathrooms.

Villa Kuro is intended for slow living, providing an escape from the noise and stress of urban life. The home sits at the end of a very small and peaceful residential neighborhood in south Joshua Tree. It's great for those seeking a still quiet, but not completely isolated location from civilization.

Since we have well over 500 5-STAR reviews, we will use quotes from real guests to help describe the experience you will enjoy with your stay at Villa Kuro.

A SERENE, DESIGN-LED HOME
Inside, visitors find “meticulously clean, cozy, and well-equipped spaces,” from the serene bedrooms with soft, "cloudlike bedding” to "curated reading nooks and a tranquil tea room". “Seeing the sunrise from bed” can be the best way to start your day. Guests note the sense of deep calm as soon as they walk through the door, calling the home “a peaceful sanctuary” and “the epitome of simple luxury.” Every detail has been “thoughtfully curated with comfort and views in mind.”

NESTLED AMONG BOULDERS & WILDLIFE

The home is “set high above with 360 views of mountains and sunset” as well as looking down on “twinkling city lights at night”. The lush desert yard is alive with quail, jackrabbits, roadrunners and showcases a variety of native cacti, flowering desert plants and joshua trees. Many guests say the outdoor areas are “absolutely gorgeous,” a private vantage point for some of Joshua Tree's most "incredible sunsets" viewed from up high by the fire pit lounge. Just down the street via a “3 minute walk to the Friendly Hills Trailhead” you can enjoy a free 1.8 mile hike loop with no crowds and allow dogs.

THE ICONIC ROCK-SIDE HOT TUB
The salt water "hot tub is set against a hillside of sculpted rock formations" backing to the national park “and in the other direction is a 50-mile expansive view of the valley”. From sunrise calm to star-lit nights, guests call it “pure magic” and often say “stargazing in the hot tub” was one of their most memorable moments in the desert. There is also well loved "outdoor shower in the boulders". Backing to the park land, the sky is very dark making it ideal for spotting the Milky Way, constellations, meteors, etc.

A PLACE TO RESET, RECHARGE, REMEMBER
Villa Kuro is more than a place to stay—it's a “retreat”. Guests leave feeling “restored and creatively inspired”. One recently said “we wish we could have stayed for a week just to enjoy the space, be cozy, and stare at the stars”. It is, in every sense, “a true oasis in Joshua Tree” and “one of the most remarkable homes Ive ever stayed in”.

Villa Kuro has been featured in more than two dozen architectural magazines and publishers worldwide, including Dwell, ELLE Decor, ELLE Decor Italy, ELLE Decor Spain, Vogue Paris, Architectural Digest Mexico, Modern Decoration China, RUE mag, Dezeen, and many more. In addition, the home has been published in three books, "World's Best - 50 Interiors From Around The Globe (2023)", "A HOME AWAY FROM HOME - Exceptional Houses for Discerning Travelers (2022)” and "House Stories: Old vs New (2022)”. Several campaigns have also been shot at Villa Kuro such as Crate & Barrel, Lulu & Georgia, Parachute, KonMari by Marie Kondo, McGee & Co., ALO Yoga, Huckberry and more.

IG: @villakuro #villakuro

NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT SEND A RESERVATION REQUEST IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON DOING A PHOTOSHOOT, ELOPEMENT/WEDDING OR OTHER EVENT WITHOUT SENDING US A MESSAGE FIRST. THANK YOU!

HIGHLIGHTS
- Outdoor fire pit with sweeping views from higher elevation looking down on the valley
- Outdoor shower in front of the boulders with hot and cold water function
- Salt water hot tub with 19 jets nestled at the foot of the boulders
- Centrally located, eleven minute drive to the west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park
- 3 minute walk to trailhead owned by the Mojave Land Trust down the street. The trail's landscape rivals some of the scenery found in the national park. Allows dogs.

BEDROOM CONFIGURATIONS
- Bedroom 1: King bed, full common area bathroom
- Bedroom 2: King bed, ensuite full bath
- 2 additional Japanese floor rets available for use

AMENITIES:
- ChargePoint HomeFlex station for charging all EV cars.
- King size beds featuring plush 15” DreamCloud mattresses with cashmere blend tufted euro tops
- Organic cotton bedding and down pillows
- Frette® bath linens
- 65” Samsung 4K UHD QLED Smart TV with Netflix 4K Ultra HD and Apple TV+ provided
- Marshall Woburn bluetooth speaker
- Fully fitted kitchen with 10' island, GE Café Series Appliances, small kitchen appliances by Breville, Vitamix blender, wine decanter, and both Chemex and Breville coffee maker. Our kitchen is suited for light cooking and simple meals.
- Organic coffee by The Joshua Tree Coffee Company
- Organic teas by award-winning Two Leaves and a Bud to enjoy in the Japanese style tea room

IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW

- CHECK-IN PROCESS - Checking in at your FIELDTRIP home is now easier than ever. FIELDTRIP's guidebook contains everything you need to know. From reservation details, property information, check-in instructions, local recommendations and add-on services to enhance your stay, you'll find it all here.

- PARKING - Guests are limited to a maximum of 4 cars on the property. There is parking anywhere on the paved driveway, the dirt area at the top of the driveway, and at the bottom of the hill on the dirt roundabout. Due to the steep driveway, we encourage guests to be extra careful when backing up and turning around on the driveway.

- PETS - Pets are permitted with the receipt of a pet fee. The fee is $150 per pet, up to 3 pets. Please inquire about Service Animals and next steps to waive the fees.

NOTE: We ask that you please do not park across the street on our neighbor's side or drive on or over his dirt piles under any circumstances, he is very protective over his property lines and dirt and we don't want to upset him.

- EARLY CHECK-IN / LATE CHECK-OUT - Stay a little longer and add up to 2 hours before or after your arrival for $75/hour. Half days (11am arrival or 4pm departure) are also available for 50% of the nightly rate for the night needing to be blocked to accommodate.

- DELIVERIES - We are unable to accept packages at the homes. Please plan accordingly and utilize holding packages at the local post office or nearby Amazon Lockers.

- EVENTS / RETREATS - APPROVAL REQUIRED PRIOR TO BOOKING. Small events within our permitting requirements are considered. Please note that all events require formal, written approval from the County of San Bernardino. Additionally, an event fee starting at $1,000 will apply, with the final cost determined by the specific scope and coverage of the occasion.

- PHOTO/VIDEO & COMMERCIAL USE - APPROVAL REQUIRED PRIOR TO BOOKING. Guests are welcome and encouraged to take photos for personal use (and feel free to tag us @stayfieldtrip). Drones are not permitted due to county restrictions. While we welcome professional media projects, all commercial, professional, promotional, or revenue-generating photography and videography are subject to production fees. Additionally, any filming on the property is permitted only upon receiving formal approval from the County of San Bernardino. For these activities, we require payment in advance along with a signed production agreement, production insurance, and a location release. IF THERE IS ANY DOUBT IF YOUR SHOOT IS COMMERCIAL, PLEASE INQUIRE FIRST. Any guests found to be doing a commercial shoot will have their reservation canceled. Any commercial shoots discovered during or after a stay will be responsible for the production fee.

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