Jojoba Hills RV Resort: We Hit The Mother Lode!
Mari
When Ty and I began our RVing exploration last July, one of the first things we did was join Escapees. I discovered this popular RVing club on the internet while surfing.
I gathered a mound of valuable tips and ideas from fellow members on the active forum. I’d post a question late at night and the next morning there’d be a dozen responses!
Escapees owns several big RV parks throughout the US, called SKP Co-Ops. One of them is in Aguanga, close to Temecula - about 75 minutes north east of San Diego.
We’ve had this particular park, Jojoba Hills RV Resort, on our list of places to visit since last summer. And finally, we’re here! I am completely blown away by the quality of the resort and the caliber of the people. It’s incredible!
Escapees members have a policy to greet fellow members and friends with a big bear hug. Everyone is so warm and friendly.
And the park is like a 5 star resort! Two hot-tubs, huge swimming pool, saunas, gym, dance hall, crafts room, pool hall, lounge, library, miniature golf… you name it! Plus, daily activities, classes and events. All this for a mere $20 per night. Aaaah, this the the life!! I’m so loving the facilities and have been in the sauna and hot-tub several times. (I keep meaning to use the gym - ha!)
We’re told this is the best Escapees resort in the US. The regulations are fairly strict - which sure impacts the noise level. Though I think there are a few (grand)kids around and maybe small dogs, it’s absolutely, blissfully peaceful!
Visiting Escapees members can stay for up to just 28 days in any one year. (Bummer!)
The system works kind of like timeshare. If you’re over 55, you can buy a lot for a mere $23,000. There’s a two-year waiting list though - no surprise. Ty turned 55 in January… but the spouse has to be 45 and I’ve got a few more years to go. 
We’ll see what transpires - much could change in a few years in terms of our whereabouts and lifestyle choice. And, to be honest, much as I really love this resort, I’m not sure this would be my first choice to "settle" for long-term. I think I’m too much of a dynamic, globe-trotting jetsetter to hang for too long with the over 55 crowd playing Texas Hold ‘em. LOL.
What say you? Would you enjoy living in a resort like this? Or just for a vacation?
Okay, next up - just wait ’til I share our PACKED travel schedule with you… starting next weekend. We’ll begin heading north for our journey to Alaska, but not before taking a few flights to attend more seminars!
Posted on: Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 3:07 pm 
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That place looks like a fabulous spot to stop in for a while. We do prefer boondocking over resorts, but sometimes it’s just so nice to have those luxuries around.
That gym is really nice. When we hit the road, we expected to find gym facilities in the upscale parks we visited around the country. Ha! It seems that outside of the west coast, not too many RVers give a hoot about staying fit. We haven’t seen one in a looooong time. Big surprise, I know.
April 10th, 2008 at 12:40 pmI wish I’d realized you were there! I stopped by to visit an ill friend a couple of days ago. It is a fabulous park by any standard. Of the Escapees parks, it’s #2, though, for me. I love the facilities (i.e. hot tub), but I think Coarsegold near Fresno is prettier. But then I love the oaks and trees and the fact the lots are shaped by the terrain, not vice versa.
Jaimie Hall-Bruzenak
April 11th, 2008 at 8:17 amMari,
I found your site site through twitter, and, while I don’t RV, I wanted to leave a comment to say how beautiful your site is and how much I enjoyed this post. It seems that you and Ty have found a great lifestyle, and your exuberance is most refreshing.
Thanks for sharing your life with your readers!
Buz
April 12th, 2008 at 4:28 am@Rene aha, boondockers, eh? I do like my electrical hookup at minimum though, as I’m not keen on the noise of the generator and I’m always on my computer ’til late.
Hubby and I invested in decent bikes a few months back… but haven’t been that rigorous about using them. And we have weights, bands, and a few other fitness gadgets along with workout vidoes galore… but there’s just always something more fun to do!! LOL Besides, there isn’t enough room to workout on board the coach. Ha, that’s my excuse and I’m sticking to it.
@Jaimie omg, small world!! Ooee, we’ll be heading north shortly, so will make a point of taking the 99 and checking out Coarsegold. I got my Escapees book out and looked it up.
April 12th, 2008 at 10:21 am