Incredible Modern Tented Cabin with Tiny Deck Surrounded by Nature in California

Nestled beside the iconic Split Rock and a seasonal creek, The Portal is a peaceful, off-grid glamping escape set on 101 scenic acres. Your spacious canvas wall tent features a cozy queen bed and overlooks sweeping views of the Pacific horizon, Big Bear, and miles of private walking and biking trails — including our signature Splitrock 5K loop.



Just 3 miles away, the Santa Margarita River Trail Preserve offers even more adventure. As one of Southern California’s last free-flowing wild rivers — and voted the #1 trail in San Diego County — this protected area is home to golden beavers, native wildlife, and the southernmost population of steelhead trout.



Inside The Portal, you’ll enjoy:



Queen bed with soft linens and plush pillows



Loveseat & blanket for reading, resting, or taking in the views



Full-length mirror for getting ready



Rustic coffee station with storage and a French press (bring your own coffee/grounds)



Solar-powered ambient lighting



Clothes rack with hangers



Fresh towels on a dedicated shelf



Please note: The Portal is fully off-grid and does not include standard electrical outlets. Solar lighting is provided, and guests are encouraged to bring portable chargers. Device charging is also available in the communal area. Each glamping unit includes its own private fire pit.



Step outside to your private deck with a bistro table and chairs — the perfect spot for sunrise coffee or stargazing at night.



At the Oak Grove Communal Area, you'll find fire pits, outdoor games, and a shared kitchen space. The Camp Shop, located in the Oak Grove shipping container and open on weekends, is stocked with essentials like firewood, snacks, and bug spray.



Whether you’re exploring nearby trails, unwinding beneath the oaks, or visiting local gems like the Santa Rosa Plateau or Temecula wine country, the Retreat offers the perfect place to slow down, recharge, and reconnect with nature.



Ben started life in small town Texas, spending most free time building forts in the desert before his family moved to Costa Mesa, CA in 1987. Ben instantly fell in love with the ocean and all the best natural features of Southern California, always at the beach, building BMX jumps in the bluffs, or camping (esp. Joshua Tree). Ben's connection with nature and outdoor recreation was rooted early.



Despite remarkable career shifts from athletics (playing and coaching) to business (MBA and consulting) to academia (PhD and professor), Ben’s connection with nature drove him to create his own recreation and wellness retreat. Vetted through traveling to 72 countries and residing on 3 continents, overlanding 2,000+ mile treks across 5 continents, Ben experienced, lived, played, fed, and meditated with amazing people in the most amazing landscapes on earth. A global search ended with finding the perfect outdoor recreation and wellness paradise a mere 20 miles as the bird flies from his childhood home.



Ben’s experiences and connections taught him to value lifelong learning, exploration, fitness of the mind, body, and spirit, outdoor recreation, and triple bottom line (people-planet-profit) sustainability. These values bleed into the Farm through Ben’s vision and hard work, where you’ll mostly find him building forts in paradise.



Far away, close to home.



Splitrock is located:

5 miles from downtown Fallbrook - a scenic 10-minute drive to several restaurants, shops, groceries, and gas,

14 miles from all the major stores plus wine tasting in Temecula

1 mile east of Camp Pendleton Nature Preserve to enjoy the views.

3 miles to The Santa Margarita River Trail has a large parking. It's a beautiful trail along a natural river lined with trees, and maybe you can find the locals swimming hole and tire swings where the river meets the road.

11 miles to the Santa Rosa Plateau offers miles of trails.

Set on 101 acres of coastal mountain terrain, Retreat offers a peaceful escape immersed in nature. Guests can take in panoramic views—from shaded oak groves to the ocean horizon on clear days—and explore over 6 miles of private hiking and biking trails, including our signature 5K loop. The property features unique glamping sites, communal areas with fire pits and games, and a convenient Camp Shop stocked with essentials. Nearby highlights include Fallbrook, Temecula’s renowned wine country, and the scenic Santa Margarita River Trail.



Just 3 miles away, the Santa Margarita River Trail Preserve showcases one of Southern California’s last free-flowing wild rivers and was voted the #1 trail in San Diego County. This protected, state-managed preserve is home to California golden beavers, broad water impoundments, and the southernmost population of steelhead trout.

Splitrock is located:

5 miles from downtown Fallbrook - a scenic 10-minute drive to several restaurants, shops, groceries, and gas,

14 miles from all the major stores plus wine tasting in Temecula

1 mile east of Camp Pendleton Nature Preserve to enjoy the views.

3 miles to The Santa Margarita River Trail has a large parking. It's a beautiful trail along a natural river lined with trees, and maybe you can find the locals swimming hole and tire swings where the river meets the road.

11 miles to the Santa Rosa Plateau offers miles of trails.