Hidden Gem in Temecula Wine Country
This great little nook in the heart of wine country delivers as promised! John has a charming setup on about an acre of land, nestled in a small vale between two hills, right in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. The fall colors during our stay were stunning and added to the peaceful ambiance.
The campsite is well thought out: the spots are level, the hookups worked perfectly, and the WiFi was surprisingly solid at about 12 Mbps (though I mainly used my Starlink, which had enough open sky for a strong connection). On Friday, I enjoyed a scenic hike at Wilderness Gardens County Park, just 30 minutes away through the Pala reservation. On Saturday, my wife and I had a delightful time wine tasting at local vineyards, a highlight of the trip.
One thing to note for first-time visitors: the turn into John’s site off Calle Nopal is easy to miss. The sign is small and partially hidden behind a fence post, so drive carefully and keep an eye out.
John is an exceptional host who went above and beyond when I needed help maneuvering my trailer after accidentally pulling into a neighboring property. His kindness and assistance made our stay stress-free.
This is a fantastic spot for a quick getaway, and we’ll definitely return for more wine country adventures and relaxation. Highly recommend!