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60 Acre Desert Ranch, MT Views

60 Acre Desert Ranch, MT Views

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Lodge with Hideout guest house behind
Main House (Lodge)
Main House Great Room (inc. fireplace rm, living rm)
west windows
Hideout (guest house)

Overview of 60 Acre Desert Ranch, MT Views

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Joshua Tree, CA
  • Popular LocationJoshua Tree Visitor Center7 min drive
  • Popular LocationJoshua Tree Community Center9 min drive
  • Popular LocationJoshua Tree National Park West Entrance11 min drive
  • AirportBermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Main House: great rm extra sleeping

+6
2 Single Beds, 1 Double Bed, 5 Double Futons and 2 Queen Beds

Main House Master

1 Queen Bed

the Hideout (guest house 2nd FL master)

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

the Hideout (guest House 1st Fl queen

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

60 Acre Desert Ranch, MT Views

Happy Holidays!

Fully air conditioned & fog disinfected between rentals & all surfaces cleaned w/ disinfectant & all bedding/towels washed in hot water between rentals. This is a 60 acre ranch with a main house, guest house & hot tub for 8. It is a quiet family vacation rental. Ideal for family get-togethers with casual extra sleeping in addition to the 2 master bedrooms and 1st FL semi-private guest bedroom.
Between the two buildings there are 2 master bedrooms, and guest house1st FL guest bedroom w/queen bed, and extra sleeping in the communal rooms of the main house with 2 full fold down sofas, 3 queen pull out sofas, 2 queen day beds, 2 single day beds, There is a full bath in each of the master bedrooms plus 2 additional bathrooms with showers, In the main house.

Main house: in addition to the Master queen-bdrm w/bath, there are 2 additional baths off the large open space comprising the Great Room (w/ dining area, fireplace area & Living Room w/ wood stove). The 1250 sq ft space contains family style extra sleeping: 2 queen daybeds & 2 single daybeds, 3 queen pull out sofas, 2 fold down full sofa. The great room also has a dining table on one end, a fireplace in the middle, and wall to wall windows on the front end with mountain views (this room can be curtained off with it's own entrance, additionally there are 2 extra baths with showers (one with outdoor entrance) . Further, there is nice size, fully equipped commercial-kitchen, with a door to the rear porch with an outdoor BBQ, a second frig, and sink. There is also a front porch with seating for 10, and a large cactus garden.

2 story Guest House: 2nd FL master king bedroom w/ extra day bed, & full bath. There is a private entrance to a large outdoor deck and private staircase to ground floor. On the first floor there a queen day bed, a utility kitchen, conversation pit with antique wood stove, there is an open staircase to the 2nd FL so privacy is considered semi-private with it's own entrance. There is parking in the garage, outside both houses, and in the lower 2 acre field.
HOW THE RANCH CAME TO BE
The Ranch Is a desert retreat on 60 acres designed and built by
artist/builder Randy Polumbo in Joshua Tree, California. He calls the property "Spikehorn" Ranch, named in honor of his great-great uncle, John “Spikehorn” Meyer, Randy hopes Uncle Spikehorn would be proud of what he has built on his hill in the ruggedly beautiful high desert. Spikehorn was a colorful and brilliant character gifted in showmanship, “bear whispering,” and creating low brow architectural spaces as well as inventions. His sprawling rustic enclave was devoted to bear handling and appreciation, story telling, and other magical and enchanting pursuits. Today's Spikehorn is the perfect family retreat.

The Lodge (Main House) is made of a tumbledown squatters cabin expanded to a meeting hall/lodge/ and dining room for up to 16 people (Great Room & Living Room). This property features exposed framing, maybe six houses worth of vintage steel casement windows, a commercial kitchen, two indoor fireplaces, and three bathrooms.

Honeymoon Hideout (Guest House): This former collapsing garage is now a
lighthearted aerie love nest ideal to hole up with someone special. Enjoy the giant
soaking tub with 360 degree views, the discreet “mile high” privy tucked behind an airplane wing that rolls open, the wood stove, and three old school tire swings (with modern upholstery) Special details include an 8’ chandelier made of vintage bottles on two french bottle racks lit with delicately gelled LEDs by Polumbo Studio and one resident art project. There is extra sleeping on the 2nd FL daybed, and the queen pull out on the first floor.

This is a family retreat, there are no parties, loud music, fraternity type gatherings, business retreats. The county nuisance/noise code forbids loud music at anytime, and there is a 10 PM curfew forbidding any noise (music/party voices) that can be heard outside the house at that time. There is no hiking or climbing anywhere outside the ranch borders, as all the hills and fields are privately owned. We are 4 miles from the entrance of the national park with many choices for hiking and climbing.

Property manager

Randy Polumbo
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is no climbing or hiking in the fields or on the hills that surround the ranch as they are all privately owned. We are 5 miles from the park
adherence to county code asking there be no noise (music/party voices) that can be heard outside the house after 10PM. No hiking/cimbing outside ranch

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-00440

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Joshua Tree

Located in Joshua Tree, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree Visitor Center, while Hi-Desert Cultural Center and Joshua Tree Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 7 min drive
  • Joshua Tree Visitor Center - 7 min drive
  • Joshua Tree Community Center - 9 min drive
  • Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance - 11 min drive
  • Black Rock Canyon - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 39 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Starbucks - 8 min drive
  • Burger King - 7 min drive
  • Jack In The Box - 8 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 60 Acre Desert Ranch, MT Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 60 Acre Desert Ranch, MT Views ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 60 Acre Desert Ranch, MT Views ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 60 Acre Desert Ranch, MT Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Hi-Desert Cultural Center, Joshua Tree Art Gallery and Hi-Desert Nature Museum. Yucca Valley Community Park and Joshua Tree Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boundless Natural Beauty Seen Thorugh the Eyes of an Inspiring Artist
Spikehorn Ranch is a personification of a deeply rooted, deeply creative artist. The property lives and breathes, welcoming each guest to explore the wonders of Joshua Tree, the inspirations of Randy Polumbo (a truly unique artist) , and to look inside ourselves and foster our own creative spark. Our entire stay was full of adventure, discovery, and grounding, and the ranch spectacularly facilitated each step of the journey. Each guest departed fulfilled and seeing our world with a slightly different perspective. I could not give a higher recommendation. In a practical sense, the property managers were responsive, respectful, and helpful. Sure, we ran into a few issues here and there, but each circumstance was handled easily and quickly as the managers went above and beyond to make sure that our stay was both comfortable and transformational. There simply is no better property to truly uncover the majesty and mysticism of Joshua Tree. Don't wait. Just hit the "Book It" button. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa S., Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and beauty
We loved our stay. We had two adults and one child sleeping there, with several others in our group staying in nearby properties. We loved the warm, expansive, beautiful, and artistically unique space. The sunrises through the windows are unbelievable. The kitchen has everything you need, and the living areas allow everyone to relax comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonathan g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true and highly unique desert camp retreat
This is an amazing property. The listing does not do it justice. It feels like an artist’s studio in the desert. The entire place is created from reclaimed materials, providing the environment of restoration and renewal that you come to the desert for. Creativity and vision in every breath. Truly magical. It’s also a quick ride to the Park and grocery. It’s immaculately clean and the property manager is incredibly supportive and responsive. We feel very lucky to have spent our holiday here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Thanksgiving
Just what we needed! as we were leaving my 4 yr old nephew gave this review when asked about the house -"unsual, cozy, happy, fun" and we all agreed! Great kitchen with more then what you will need to cook a few great meals, close enough to town to run and grab something but feels like you are all out by yourself in nature, roomy yet cozy. We had a great time and hope to go back some time.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa S., Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luminous Peace
Transcendently beautiful, unique, spaces, large living area, fantastic kitchen. Deeply comfortable and restful. Enjoy the stillness and light. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Randy Polumbo

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Randy Polumbo: Sculptor musician, business owner, home owner, bi-coastal family man with an additional home on the Randy #321941, and a converted barn on Long island in New York, on the bay in Bellport, with a ferry to Fire Island, vrbo #87621.

Why they chose this property

Joshua Tree National Park & Joshua Tree Village is a spiritual center and Vacation mecca.

What makes this property unique

Unique quiet desert getaway w/ main house/guest-house/hot-tub, sleeps up to 10 guests, 2 master bedrooms, guest bedroom, 3 pull out sofas, 2 queen day beds, 2 single day beds, Desert mountain views, and desert skies. Can be an intimate getaway for a few couples or a family retreat.

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