Star Catcher Cottage: A Borrego Mid-Century Modern

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Borrego Springs, CA
  • Popular LocationRoadRunner Golf & Country Club3 min drive
  • Popular LocationAnza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center6 min drive
  • AirportBorrego Springs, CA (BXS-Borrego Valley)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationAnza Borrego Desert State Park8 min drive

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Star Catcher Cottage: A Borrego Mid-Century Modern

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Grand re-opening! A lovingly renovated Mid-Century Modern cottage in Borrego Springs, located in a quiet neighborhood close to both the magnificent Anza Borrego State Park and the charming town with its shops and restaurants. The home sits on a 1/2 acre of land, surrounded by a new cedar fence for privacy. The house has a separate dining room and laundry room. It includes brand-new appliances and a Caldera spa. Enjoy a Bose speaker unit with built-in Alexa while stargazing from the spa.
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I was so touched by this solid redwood Mid-Century Modern cottage from the moment I saw it, even though it was very run-down. Maybe I loved it because of the huge beams inside, or the beautiful light that shines in, or outside when it rains a big spiral emerges from the earth. Or perhaps I loved the old desert plants, trees, and the stones and crystals in the yard. And there is the changing desert light playing off all the surrounding mountains and especially the light that changes on Font's Point. I could sit and watch it all day. Oh, and the stars and planets at night are ... well they are awesome, to say the least. Borrego Springs has the rare designation of a Dark Night Sky Community.

It was a long and challenging renovation, but worth every moment because it was a labor of love. The house is now 1250 sq. feet with a light-filled and open floor plan. There is a private master bedroom, walk-in closet, and remodeled master bath. Also, the dining room has its own separate space, and so does the laundry room with another 1/2 bath.

After all the renovation and remodeling work was done, we added lovely art, antiques, high-end bedding, all-new appliances, a large-screen smart tv, a record player with a vintage record collection, a walk-in closet, bookcases filled with classic books, and many other great details.

Outside we added a gorgeous new Caldara spa and a triple burner Weber grill, as well as two outdoor fire pits. We fenced off the house and 1/4 acre of the yard with a new cedar fence, yet left 1/4 acre of our desert land open beyond the back yard for another large fire pit ... and just desert space.

The home is a short walk of three blocks to town with all its shops, restaurants, and art galleries, and an equally short walk to the magnificent and wild Anza Borrego State part; the largest state park in California.

There is something about this home that has inspired tremendous creativity for us. I hope it does for you too, and that you will love it as much as we do.
Guest access
You have the entire house and 1/2 acre yard all to yourself! the entire space is accessible and easy to get around.
Other things to note
Important. The house was built to be unconventional. Part of that is the fact that the builders intentionally made the rooms a few inches higher or lower than the main open space. There are small wooden ramps on each one for safety to avoid a tripping hazard. But I would like to mention that fact here. Please be aware of this.

Property manager

Tamara Shure

Languages

English

Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

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)

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  • 1 unit

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An adult age 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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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
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

Borrego Springs

This aparthotel is located in Borrego Springs. Julian Historical Society and Julian Pioneer Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Peg Leg Smith Monument and Yaqui Well.

What's nearby

  • RoadRunner Golf & Country Club - 3 min drive
  • The Springs at Borrego Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Anza-Borrego Museum - 5 min drive
  • Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center - 6 min drive
  • Anza Borrego Desert State Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Thermal, CA (TRM-Jacqueline Cochran Regional) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carlee's Place - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Fudge Factory - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kendall's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Jilbertos - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Big Horn Burgers & Shakes - ‬4 min drive

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Where is Star Catcher Cottage: A Borrego Mid-Century Modern located?

Situated in Borrego Springs, this aparthotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of RoadRunner Golf & Country Club, Anza Borrego Tennis Center, and The Springs at Borrego Golf Course. Anza-Borrego Museum is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

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Sweet cottage oasis in the desert.
This is a sweet little cottage with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay in Borrego Springs, right down the street from Christmas Circle, near restaurants and trails. It was spacious and clean, and cleverly decorated. We enjoyed our stay and will be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024