For your own personal, Aman-like getaway, look no further than this off-the-grid cabin in Twentynine Palms. With interiors and architecture by Alqadi Malek, the pint-sized structure (ideal for up to four guests) sits on 200 acres at the intersection of Mojave National Preserve and Joshua Tree National Park. Its brutalist design blends in beautifully with the desert landscape, with terracotta and sandy hues throughout.
The interiors read intentional yet restrained. There is a cozy bedroom located downstairs, two kitchenettes, and an open-air bedroom with a retractable roof that allows for late-night stargazing and being at one with nature.
Rooms: 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms
Amenities: Private saltwater pool, air conditioning, HDTV, washer/dryer, dedicated workspace, WiFi, and free parking
Location: Twentynine Palms, California
Distance from L.A.: Approximately 3 hours
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Just steps away from Miramar Beach and Coast Village Road, this gated Montecito home makes a strong case for skipping the five-star hotel. The main house offers three bedrooms and two baths—a primary queen with an en-suite, a second queen with garden views, and a twin room ideal for kids—plus a detached one-bedroom guest house with a pullout sofa for additional guests. Suffice it to say: It’s group trip-friendly.
The interiors strike a thoughtful coastal balance (nothing too cutesy) with light oak furniture, rattan accents, and minty green and blue tile throughout. There are multiple outdoor dining and lounge areas, a private two-person sauna, and lush tropical gardens enveloping the exterior. Plus, if you get the hankering to chill in a hotel lobby, martini in hand, The Rosewood Miramar is a quick walk down the road.
Rooms: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Amenities: Sauna, beach access, WiFi, kitchen, fully-fenced backyard, TV, dryer
Location: Montecito, California
Distance from L.A.: Approximately 1.5 hours
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