We’ve made it a yearly tradition to celebrate our anniversary by traveling and flying off somewhere. Although, this year was a little different compared to previous years because traveling safely and responsibly was extremely important to us.  We decided to visit Joshua Tree since it is only a 2 hour drive from LA. It’s close to home but far enough to get away from the city! The desert has a special place in our hearts because we’ve always had wonderful memories there. In today’s post, I’m sharing details of our little getaway and where we stayed.

WHERE WE STAYED

I’ve had Villa Kuro saved in my Airbnb favorites for as long as I could remember, and thought our anniversary was the perfect occasion to stay there! What initially caught my attention was Villa Kuro’s minimalist interior design. Their design concept is inspired by nature and wabi-sabi—a Japanese philosophy about finding beauty in imperfections, and the charm of what seems weathered and lived-in. The interior and decor consists of earthy tones and nature-inspired elements, which really gave off a calm, relaxing atmosphere.

This mid-century ranch style property was originally built in the 1960’s, and later transformed by interior designer Mini Inno to create a minimal and serene desert hideaway. Upon entering Villa Kuro, slippers are provided for your use. The beautiful home comfortably sleeps 4 guests with 2 bedrooms, 2 king beds and 2 bathrooms.

There are multiple indoor and outdoor living areas where you’ll have plenty of room to lounge in! Villa Kuro has the following amenities (just naming a few that I personally find important): fully fitted kitchen (with coffee and coffee makers), outdoor fire pit and hot tub, smart TV to watch Netflix and the like, and charging station for electric cars.

Everything was top notch, from the cleanliness, hospitality, location, design, amenities—you name it. The hosts were very helpful and responsive, and made sure we had an incredible stay. 

If you’re looking for a relaxing retreat or romantic getaway, look no further! Villa Kuro is the place. It was such a unique and unforgettable experience, and we had the most wonderful time there. We left feeling recharged and rejuvenated, and already looking forward to coming back in the future! For now, I’ll let the photos speak for itself. If you’re interested in checking out their listing + booking a stay, CLICK HERE.