Desert Retreat | Hot Tub, Cowboy Pool, Stargazing

Entire home in Twentynine Palms, California, United States

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Jenn
  1. Superhost
  2. 13 years hosting

Listing highlights

Featured in

Coveteur Magazine, January 2022
"The Makers" Book by Bed Threads, November 2023

Top-rated by guests from Canada

100% of guests from Canada rated this home 5 stars in the past year.

20-min drive to Joshua Tree National Park

This home is near the national park.
Nestled in the vast dunes of 29 Palms, is a secluded and tranquil desert retreat called Arro Dunes with 360 mountain views that sits on 10 unfenced acres once home to the Chemehuevi tribe. Designed with a strong focus on organic materials and fusing inspiration from Japanese wabi-sabi aesthetics (the acceptance of imperfections) and minimalist primitive decor, the home brings a beautiful balance of thoughtfully sourced one-of-a-kind antiques alongside modern luxuries.

The space
The entire home has been lovingly renovated, with many of the final touches having been built by us, characterizing the distinctive textures and light of each room. Minimalist decor and neutral palettes connect you to the desert surroundings and offer space to sink into the world around.

Originally built as a desert homestead in 1957, the two bedroom one bathroom home comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests. Dual bi-folding french doors provide a connection to the outdoors as guests enjoy the seating and tea room in the large bedroom. The brick fireplace with steel hood is original to the home, designed and handbuilt by the original owners, and is a key focal point to the homes’ architecture.

Mornings spent sipping coffee, or evening cocktails, next to our expansive original living room window, provide some of the best moments to recharge.

At night, the firepit and 100 sq ft deck offer unending stargazing opportunities while the 10’ foot stock tank is a summer retreat.

The home sits off a dirt road in a small and peaceful neighborhood, navigable by any vehicle and is designed to be an oasis for slow living, away from the noises of the city, though not far from local amenities.

Whether you’re seeking a relaxing quiet retreat or romantic getaway, Arro Dunes is the perfect sanctuary to find peace and solitude.

AMENITIES:

- Wood burning hot tub (available year round)

- Queen size Tuft & Needle beds with 100% flax linen Bed Threads sheets

- Organic cotton bedding and down pillows

- Brooklinen bath linens

- Malin & Goetz bathroom amenities

- A/C and heat in every room

- August Wifi Remote lock with keycode

- WiFi throughout the home (there is also cell service at our location)

- Movie theater projector with Samsung TV including Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and many other streaming channels (guests sign in to their own accounts)

- Indoor gas fireplace

- Bluetooth speaker

- Wood-Burning BBQ

- Outdoor Dining space

- Horseshoe and Bocce ball court

- Fully fitted kitchen with Smeg refrigerator, stove top and oven, Vitamix blender, Chemex and Fellow electric tea kettle. Our kitchen is suited for light cooking and simple meals.

- Tastefully furnished with high-end furniture, custom-built pieces, and one-of-a-kind vintage and antiques collected from around the world

- Outdoor wood-burning fire pit with expansive desert views

- 10 foot cowboy pool built into a 200 sq ft deck (open April - Oct)

- Privately located, fifteen minute drive to the east entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, ten minutes to downtown Twentynine Palms, and 20 minutes to central Joshua Tree

- Bocce ball and horseshoe pit

LOCAL EXPERIENCES:

Make the most of your time here with our favorite local experiences:

Sound bath at the Integratron or with a local practitioner

In-home massage or bodywork session

Private guided desert hike

Chef-prepared dinner at home

Yoga or Pilates under open skies

Private stargazing tour

Horseback ride through canyons and washes

Guest access
Guests will have the entire property to themselves. We have a locked studio outside that guests will not have access to. Prior to arrival, guests will receive a pin code that will access the front door.

Other things to note
PLEASE NOTE: You may encounter a friendly pair of dogs that enjoy visiting our guests. Their names are King and Lou and the belong to our neighbor across the street. They are very sweet, but please shoo them on home should they be a nuisance.

PETS: Two well-behaved pups allowed. No other types of pets allowed. There is a $95 pet fee, paid at time of booking. The property is not fenced and there are coyotes, bobcats, owls in the area, so please be aware. Also, see above about our neighbor's dogs.

PARKING: A maximum of 2 cars are allowed on site. Parking is available under the wooden carport at the end of the driveway.

WATER: As our home is more remote, our water is supplied by a well. We appreciate your patience as filling up the bathtub might take longer than expected - but it will be rewarding.

DESERT FAUNA: We feel so lucky to be able to experience the vast amount of wildlife and nature that desert living provides. Please do not be surprised to see all kinds of critters including bats, beetles, mice, owls, snakes, scorpions, spiders, coyotes, rabbits, and mountain lions. This is their home after all. We recommend keeping all doors and windows closed in the evening. Also note, that during summer we do see an influx of wildlife.

SEPTIC: The house is on a septic system, please do not flush anything other than toilet paper.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Our property is in a rural area of 20 Palms. There is a military base in 29 Palms, which doesn't cause an issue, but just a heads up.

Registration details
CESTRP-2021-02022

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What this place offers

Desert view
Valley view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Twentynine Palms, California, United States
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Neighbourhood highlights

Our home is tucked in the sandy dunes of 29 Palms, dotted with large shady Tamarisk trees in a peaceful, remote neighborhood. Much of the desert flora nestles up right to the house, feeling as if you are close with nature. We have very few neighbors and so much land to explore behind our home.

Meet your host

Superhost
1869 reviews
4.94 out of 5 average rating
13 years of hosting
Where I went to school: NYU
My work: Cocoon - @stay.cocoon
I grew up in New York and now call Joshua Tree home. After a year traveling in our camper, we fell in love with the desert’s rhythm and stayed. Hosting began on the road - I now welcome guests to our home and help others with their spaces. I love connecting visitors with the local community. My wellness background helps me create grounded, restorative spaces, and I enjoy introducing guests to sound healing, movement, herbal therapies and more.

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Co-Hosts

  • Kelsey + Dustyn

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 p.m.
Checkout before 11:00 a.m.
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

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