Sensei Porcupine Creek

"Retreats focused on fostering longevity through group hikes, mindset coaching, and vision boarding."

"Toeing the line between self-improvement sabbatical and bona fide vacation, Sensei Porcupine Creek is the ideal getaway for the chronically over-achieving: a place where real R&R is achieved proactively, through science and strategy, and in utter seclusion. Formerly the private estate of tech wizard and Silicon Valley billionaire Larry Ellison, Sensei’s co-founder, this intensely isolated retreat hidden in the foothills of the Santa Rosa mountains (studded with monumental Robert Indiana and Keith Haring sculptures from Ellison’s personal collection, no less) is only the second outpost for Sensei and marks the brand’s debut in the continental United States. (Its first, Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort, opened in 2019.) But it’s also the brand’s first true standalone property, and with a lush, 75-acre golf course, a glamorous lagoon-style pool, and tennis facilities modeled after those at the nearby Indian Wells Tennis Garden—which hosts the annual BNP Paribas Tennis Tournament, in addition to a fleet of world-class wellness professionals, all poised to help you hit your marks—it really does stand alone."

"Rancho Mirage is called the “Playground of the Presidents” for its reputation as a lure for American Chiefs of State, including former President Obama, who reportedly has an estate amongst the tony surroundings in the High Desert. Sensei Porcupine Creek expertly caters to those luxurious expectations with its 230-acre desert retreat nestled amid the Santa Rosa Mountains. The resort’s minimalist stone architecture blends seamlessly into the desert landscape, setting a refined tone even before settling into one of 22 rooms. Rooms doesn’t really describe the accommodations; it’s actually 10 luxury suites in the “Estate House,” four casitas, and eight standalone villas. The amenities are stately as well: an 18-hole golf course and tennis facilities built to mimic nearby Indian Wells Tennis Garden, one of the most famous courts in the world. Guests can take advantage of customizable wellness packages, complete with guided walks, hikes, yoga, meditation, and fitness options. Even the dining feels presidential: Sensei by Nobu—a health-conscious collaboration between Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa and renowned physician Dr. David Agus—is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner."

"Sensei Porcupine Creek combines data-driven health programs with the scenic beauty of the Santa Rosa Mountains. The 230-acre property features an 18-hole golf course, luxurious accommodations, and personalized wellness programs including fitness, spa treatments, and nutritious meals." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"Fresh-faced, wearing a breezy cotton dress and her hair slicked back, Tracee Ellis Ross is nestled in a chair in a private villa at Sensei Porcupine Creek, in Rancho Mirage, California. Stretched behind her, visible through a wall of windows, are the Santa Rosa mountains. Ross chose Sensei Porcupine Creek as the site of her Travel + Leisure cover shoot and spent the morning posing around the property — in a sun-filled villa bedroom, on the ivy-covered veranda of the Sensei by Nobu restaurant. The vibe during the shoot was upbeat and fun, thanks to Ross’s energy and choice of energetic music. Once the estate of Silicon Valley mogul Larry Ellison, Sensei Porcupine Creek opened in November 2022 as a 230-acre wellness oasis. The 22 rooms and villas are decorated with a touch of Japanese minimalism, while the landscaping overflows with dark green palms and pink bougainvillea. The grounds are dotted with artworks, like the massive puppy sculpture by Yoshitomo Nara that greets guests on the road to the resort’s entrance. But it’s the wellness offerings that set the place apart. Experts in nutrition, rest, mindfulness, and fitness create customized, science-based treatments and activities, with the goal of making clients feel both pampered and healthier by the time they check out." - Travel + Leisure Editors