
Borrego Springs, California 92004
A Proven Vacation Rental at Rams Hill, Offered Fully Furnished & Turnkey What if your desert home could help pay for itself? Welcome to La Casa de la Estrella, a stunning Spanish-style villa inside the gated Rams Hill community of Borrego Springs. This isn't just a beautiful desert retreat. It's also a proven short-term rental generating more than six figures in annual gross bookings, offered fully furnished with the systems and infrastructure already in place for a new owner to continue operating from day one. For a buyer looking for an investment or second home, much of the work has already been done. Furnishings, household supplies, established cleaning and maintenance contacts, operating systems and rental infrastructure can convey, creating a truly turnkey opportunity. Prefer to simply enjoy the home yourself? You can do that too. This is first and foremost an exceptional desert property in one of Borrego Springs' most desirable gated communities. The approximately 2,787-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 3-bath home was designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living. Step through dramatic entry doors into a warm Spanish-inspired home with an open floor plan made for gathering with double sets of sliding doors on each side of the room to welcome The Desert views. Outside is where La Casa de la Estrella really shines. The private backyard feels like your own desert resort, with an impressive 80-foot lap pool with waterfall edge, hot tub, outdoor bar with built-in BBQ, sink, multiple entertaining areas and two fire pits for evenings under Borrego's spectacular night sky. The home has been thoughtfully updated and equipped for both comfort and efficiency, including Starlink, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Nest thermostats and a newer HVAC system. Solar will be paid off by the seller at closing, giving the next owner the benefit of the system without assuming the seller's solar financing. Located within the gated Rams Hill community, home to the acclaimed Tom Fazio-designed Rams Hill Golf Club, the property offers easy access to golf, hiking, biking, jeeping and the extraordinary landscapes of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Whether you're looking for a full-time desert home, a luxury second home, or a proven vacation rental with the operational pieces already in place, La Casa de la Estrella offers something increasingly difficult to find: A beautiful home you can enjoy yourself and an established business that's already running. Offered fully furnished and turnkey. Rental history and additional operating information available to qualified buyers. For owners who prefer a more hands-off approach, Rams Hill may also offer vacation rental/property management services for the home. Ask listing agent for details.
Property is move-in ready.
Built in 1986 but exceptionally well-maintained as a turnkey vacation rental. Key systems have been updated, including a newer HVAC system, Nest thermostats, and paid-off solar. The kitchen features high-end Sub-Zero appliances, though the tile countertops and cabinetry are somewhat dated. Overall, the home is functional, move-in ready, and features an excellent resort-style outdoor pool area.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 44866, living area = 2787.
The property is a proven short-term rental generating over six figures in annual gross bookings, offered fully furnished with all operational systems and infrastructure in place for immediate revenue.
The expansive backyard features an 80-foot lap pool with a waterfall edge, a hot tub, an outdoor bar with a built-in BBQ, and multiple fire pits, creating a premier desert retreat experience.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =44866, other record lot size in square feet = 22161. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
The association fee is $848 per month, which represents a significant recurring expense that may impact the net ROI for investors or the monthly budget for residents.
Located in a remote desert community with school ratings ranging from 3 to 5, the property may be less attractive to primary-residence buyers with school-aged children.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades PK-5 • 5.0 mi
Grades 6-8 • 6.4 mi
Grades 9-12 • 6.4 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 2.7 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,787 | 1,627.357 |
| Lot Size | 44,866.801 | 17,670.386 |
| Price | $889.0K | $358.9K |
| Price per sq ft | $319 | $219 |
| Built year | 1986 | 1986 |
| HOA | $848.0 | $871 |
| Days on market | 38 | 89 |
Sep 17, 2026
$889,000
Initial Listing
Jan 24, 2022
$800,000
Public Record
Apr 23, 2021
$669,000
Public Record
Feb 26, 2016
$400,000
Public Record