HDP The Spartan | Retro Chic w/ Shared Pool & Tub

Entire guesthouse in Desert Hot Springs, California

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Rated 4.79 out of 5 stars.109 reviews
Hosted by Tao
  1. Superhost
  2. 13 years hosting

Listing highlights

40-min drive to Joshua Tree National Park

This home is near the national park.

Great check-in experience

Recent guests loved the smooth start to this stay.

Great location

Guests who stayed here in the past year loved the location.
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Tucked away in a remote, hidden pocket near Yucca Valley, the Spartan offers a truly unique desert experience. Escape to this vintage trailer nestled on a 6-acre artist enclave with a stunning shared pool and hot tub. The trailer features a private bathroom and a kitchenette.

Wander onto nearby hikes or cook your heart away in the shared fully stocked outdoor kitchen. The environment is creative, calm, and communal—a place to connect deeply with nature, yourself, and other interesting humans.

The space
The Spartan is a secluded escape for those who want an elevated glamping experience. This renovated vintage trailer is located on the compound at High Desert Protocol - a 6-acre hospitality community and artist retreat. Please note that the Spartan does not have wifi, but cell service in the area is strong.

Tucked away from the rest of the compound, the Spartan offers true solitude when you want it, and easy connection when you don’t. Wander down to the shared pool, jacuzzi, and outdoor kitchen, or disappear into the hills behind the property, where hundreds of acres of pristine government land stretch endlessly—just as wild and breathtaking as anything in the national park.

Inside, you’ll find a kitchenette, a full bed, and your own private bathroom and shower.

Please note: this is an adults-only property. No one under 18 is permitted.

The Pool
The pool and jacuzzi span 80 feet—ideal for swimming laps, sunbathing, or soaking in stillness. The vibe is relaxed, clothing-optional, and deeply respectful. Most guests go nude in the hot tub, which is kept warm and ready each evening around sunset.

We aim to foster a space of freedom, ease, and creative communion—with nature and one another. There are few rules here, but a few gentle reminders:

Please rinse off before entering the pool or hot tub—no oils, sunscreen, or dirt.

Be respectful, kind, and calm. This is a liberal, open environment, but we deeply value thoughtfulness.

Some of our closest friends were once Airbnb guests. Others come here for complete solitude. We honor both paths—please do the same.

If you have questions, reach out anytime. Be sure to read the reviews. I hope to welcome you soon.

PS: There is a fire pit. You’re welcome to use it—only if there’s no wind and the weather isn’t too hot or dry. Bring your own wood and please use caution.

Guest access
Guests have access to the pool, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, art studio, walking trails from the property, and our newly launched Quonset Hut - a multipurpose event space for music, screenings, parties, and more.

Other things to note
Please inquire about private chef services, massage appointments, sound baths, full compound rentals for events/shoots/parties/etc.

No photo/video shoots unless approved by High Desert Protocol. Inquire about rates.

No events/parties unless approved by High Desert Protocol. We love to host parties! Inquire about rates and event planning.

Smoking/vaping allowed outdoors, not indoors. Be mindful of your butts and fire risk.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Desert view
Mountain view
Kitchen
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises

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4.79 out of 5 stars from 109 reviews

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Overall rating

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Desert Hot Springs, California, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Meet your host

Superhost
4114 reviews
4.77 out of 5 average rating
13 years of hosting
Born in the 70s
Where I went to school: UC Berkeley
Half Italian, half American film director, photographer, passionate musician and co-founder of The Bombay Beach Biennale. I love the intersection of art, community, architecture, design, and hospitality which is fostered by hosting on Airbnb. My grandfather had a commune in Italy where he removed the locks from all the doors, psychedelic exploration was encouraged, free love was practiced, and all were welcome. Today, I feel that we can pursue the same ideals, but having learned from the mistakes and excesses of the 1960s. Airbnb allows us to to have this always evolving, self sustaining communal experience, without the chaos and dysfunction that sometimes came with it (In other words, we get people’s luggage, but hopefully not their baggage!) The films I am most proud of are Being in the World, “a celebration of being human in a technological age” (through the writings of Martin Heidegger,) and Monogamish, a quest to understand love in the 21st century, starring Dan Savage, Esther Perel and Christopher Ryan. These days I spend most of my time playing piano and fiddling with synths and guitars in my beloved recording studio on the Yucca Valley compound or down in Bombay Beach while we plan the next Biennale. Please feel free to get in touch with any questions, concerns or potential creative collaborations.

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Co-hosts

  • Sarah
  • Dulcinee

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Heights without rails or protection
Carbon monoxide alarm

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