Midcentury Desert Escape

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Entire home

Living room, looking toward the sun room.

Native cacti and mature trees surround the house

We just added an outdoor fireplace to take the nip off the high desert nights.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Twentynine Palms, CA

29 Palms Historical Society9 min drive
Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center10 min drive
Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance16 min drive
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)80 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This well-preserved 1950s homestead sits on 2.5 desert acres in a secluded spot on the outskirts of Twentynine Palms. The property is 15 minutes from the Joshua Tree National Park north entrance. You feel away from it all, but are convenient to all the local amenities. Enjoy quiet evenings under the stars, or kick back on the porch after a day of hiking in the park. We have one master bedroom and a bonus bedroom in a sunny alcove in the front of the house. The house comfortably sleeps up to two couples. A cozy living room features a fireplace to take the nip off the chilly nights. Eat breakfast under the shade of the pepper tree and you might spot jackrabbits, coyotes, roadrunners and quail. At night have a barbecue and then relax under starry skies and shooting stars (seriously, lots of shooting stars). Take a bath in our outdoor clawfoot tub. Perfect for a romantic getaway, artist/writer’s retreat or an adventure weekend in the park.

Property manager

Kurt Keppeler

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Beautiful kitchen fully stocked with all that you need to make home cooked meals

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Twentynine Palms

Located in Twentynine Palms, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance. Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce and Sky's the Limit Observatory and Nature Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Twentynine Palms, CA

What's nearby

Twentynine Palms Visitor Center - 8 min drive
29 Palms Historical Society - 9 min drive
Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center - 10 min drive
Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail - 12 min drive
Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance - 16 min drive

Getting around

Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 9 min drive
Littleton Chow Hall - 23 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Jack In The Box - 9 min drive
John's Place - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Midcentury Desert Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Midcentury Desert Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Midcentury Desert Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Midcentury Desert Escape located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Knott Sky Park, Twentynine Palms Visitor Center and Luckie Park. Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce and Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rock F., Salt Lake City

17 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Desert Oasis...

This place is somehow even cuter in person than what we were expecting. Because it is on the outer edge of town, you really do get to experience desert living without feeling like you are in the middle of a city. The property is large and gave us beautiful unobstructed views of the sunset, and of the stars! Its still close enough to make going out to grab a bite to eat, or to visit Joshua Tree easy. It is the best of both worlds. The host was so easy to communicate with. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly P.

22 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay.

We enjoyed our stay. We spent most of the time at Joshua Tree National Park.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

19 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Midcentury Vibe

Perfect house for a late winter stay, - clean, comfortably, and exactly as advertised. Quiet location with some quiet outdoor seating. Easy access to stores and all the area has to offer. Will stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin O.

2 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great desert house!

We stayed here for a few days after Christmas and it was such a relaxing spot. Loved the remote location, with close proximity to the park. We'll stocked and homey, I'd definitely recommend..

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra and Bill C.

30 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great location and loved the night sky. House had everything we needed and very comfortable We enjoyed the 50s feel.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kurt Keppeler

We love to travel, especially by bicycle. There is nothing better than experiencing the landscape at 10 miles an hour. On the whole we like vacations that involve adventure and being immersed in cultures and scenes. In addition to traveling overseas we also love road trips and camping. Clare is originally from Scotland and Kurt is from Colorado.

At home we live in Los Angeles, but spend as much time as we can in the Mojave Desert near Joshua Tree National Park. After getting married in Twentynine Palms at the 29 Palms Inn we decided to buy a house out there. When we cannot be there ourselves we rent it out to others. The desert is incredible, so much wildlife and botanical life, breathtaking sunsets, stars forever and many human curiosities because it attracts eccentric and arty folk. We like hosting creative people who are interested in retreating from chaotic city life.

In our city lives, Clare manages a public art collection situated throughout Los Angeles County and Kurt makes films.

Why they chose this property

There is a serenity to this property that is unmistakeable and something we felt the first time we visited it. It really makes you feel like kicking off your shoes and relaxing on the porch. The second you arrive you feel like you are "home."