Joshua Tree l Sunset Heights l Pool Spa Above Park

Discover elevated desert living at Sunset Heights, a secluded retreat in the Joshua Tree Highlands perched on the edge of untouched wilderness with panoramic views including the national park. Enjoy serene sunsets on the expansive wraparound deck and indulge in the modern pool & spa under starry skies, just a mile from the park entrance. Sunset Heights is your elegant high desert escape.

Downtown JT –>4 Min Drive
Joshua Tree NP –> 2 Min Drive
Pappy & Harriet’s –> 20 Min Drive

HIGHLIGHTS
♦  2 bedrooms w/ 2 kings
♦  2 full bathrooms + outdoor shower
♦  Large in-ground pool w/ spa & shade
----(Pool heated for additional fee October, November, December, March, & April)
♦  5 acres w/ large wrap around porch & lounge areas
♦  Fully equipped kitchen; modern appliances, gas stove
♦  Outdoor dining area + propane BBQ
♦  Washer + Dryer (supplies included)
♦  Living room; flat screen smartTV + music player
♦  Hike straight from home into wilderness
♦  Propane fire-pit surrounded by Joshua Trees
♦  Tesla EV charger
♦  Star Link high-speed internet for remote work + entertainment
♦  Prime location overlooking park entrance
♦  Professionally hosted by Homestead Modern™

All Homestead Modern Homes include:
- Full-time, local support team
- Locally roasted coffee & pantry essentials
- Parachute towels & linens and natural body products
- Concierge-like support to help you unplug, unwind, & engage with the High Desert

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***This home is available for the first time through Homestead Modern, the leading hospitality company and purveyor of design-focused, premium vacation rentals in the Joshua Tree gateway communities. With over 5K reviews and a 4.95 rating, we are dedicated to providing elevated accommodations, unique services and personalized support during your stay - just as you would find in a boutique hotel.**

-- BEDROOMS --

This historic, newly renovated cabin overlooking Joshua Tree National Park has been designed with privacy in mind and accommodates up to four guests in 2 stylish bedrooms. The bedrooms are on either end of the home with their own bathroom and patio access. Both bedrooms offer king-sized beds, Tuft & Needle Mint premium mattresses and premium linens from Parachute.

♦ Primary bedroom: King-size bed + patio access + desk & closet
♦ Bedroom 2: King-size bed + patio access + desk & closet

♦ Pack n Play, roll away bed, or air mattress provided upon request

--BATHROOMS--

There are 2 modern full bathrooms, one ensuite and one adjacent to the second bedroom.

♦ Bathroom 1: Ensuite to the primary bedroom w/ shower
♦ Bathroom 2: Hallway bathroom w/ walk-in shower
♦ Outdoor shower on private patio with views of boulders and Joshua Trees

♦ Essential toiletries provided, including Grown Alchemist shampoo, conditioner, & body wash
♦ Hair Dryer
♦ Fresh Parachute Towels
♦ Laundry room w/ full-size washer & dryer

– KITCHEN & DINING --

The recently revamped kitchen is picture-perfect and fully equipped for any culinary endeavor. Like the rest of the home, even the kitchen offers stunning views. The dining table seats four, although you may be tempted to enjoy your meal on the otherworldly patio next to the BBQ grill overlooking the national park.
Appliances include a dishwasher, gas stove, oven, blender, mixer, microwave and multiple coffee making options. All cabinets are fully stocked with dishes and cookware.

♦  Modern stainless steel appliances
♦  Cooking oil, salt, pepper and a selection of unique spices
♦  Drip + French press coffee makers + free locally roasted coffee
♦  Ziploc, tin foil, and food storage options
♦  Propane BBQ grill and tools
♦  Indoor dining table; seating for 4
♦  Outdoor dining table; seating for 6

--LIVING SPACES--

The spacious living room has been designed to feel as if you are perched above the Joshua Tree National Park desert. The large windows give sight to jagged mountain peaks, Joshua Trees, Jackrabbits and the sun melting into the horizon. There are many additional lounge areas around the home to settle into based on the level of privacy or camaraderie that you desire.

♦  LG OLED Smart TV in the living room
♦  Marshall Bluetooth music player
♦  Books | Games

--OUTDOOR SPACE--

The outdoor spaces are intentionally integrated into the natural desert landscape and all provide panoramic views. The BBQ, pool, spa and covered outdoor lounge area make it an idyllic setting for days spent in the sun. The pool is surrounded by an expansive patio with lounge chairs and relaxing options that capture the majestic views. Just off the pool there is a propane fire-pit area surrounded by native plants which invite a range of daily wildlife visitors.

♦  Large integrated spa, heated year-round
♦  Large heated in-ground pool (heated @ extra fee in Oct., Nov., Dec., March, & April)
♦  Propane fire-pit for star gazing
♦  Wrap-around patios & sun loungers


-- ACTIVITIES/ATTRACTIONS --
Visitors come to the High Desert for its unique landscape, culture, and recreational opportunities, as well as for the weather - hot and dry summers and mild winters at our high altitude. Joshua Tree and the communities surrounding the Joshua Tree National Park include Flamingo Heights, Pioneertown, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, and Landers. You’ll be close to everything at Sunset Heights. Some of our favorite options available to you:

–Joshua Tree National Park: 800,000 acres of mystical beauty - Joshua Tree National Park is one of the world’s most incredible natural desert treasures. Sweeping, grand in scale and populated by granite monoliths and voluptuous rock and boulder formations. This quiet land, conducive to meditation and roaming, was carved by extremes in climate - wind, rain and an ever-present, relentless sun. Diverse forms of plant life are found everywhere, but none as unique or prevalent as the park’s namesake: the Joshua tree, standing majestically across the vast topography.

–Pioneertown: Step back in time to thus rustic Old West-style village. Wander through the historic buildings, visit unique shops, catch a live music performance at Pappy & Harriets, and experience the Wild West charm.

• The Integratron: New age-y healing destination with a sound bath, originally designed by ufologist George Van Tassel with the goal of reversing the aging process.

Everything at your fingertips and more, when you book with us today!


– ESSENTIALS –
Sunset Heights includes Star Link high-speed internet, heating, and air conditioning.
Free parking is available for 4 vehicles + Tesla charger.

Please contact us if you have any questions about the home or the area in general. We hope to welcome you soon!

? GENERAL: As guests, you can enjoy full access to the entire home. Only registered guests are allowed unless specifically agreed upon during the booking process.

♦  PARKING: Free parking is available for 4 vehicles in the large driveway.

♦  WORK FROM HOME: There is free, high-speed WiFi available throughout the home for any remote workers in your group.

♦  FAMILY: Traveling with little ones? We’ve got you covered with a few supplies including a Pack ’n play/travel crib, children's books, toys and dinnerware, and even babysitter recommendations! / Please request in advance

Joshua Tree Highlands is considered one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the area given its close proximity to the national park as well as its forever northerly vistas of the Mojave Desert. Though you’ll feel like you’re far from civilization, this area sits just a few minutes’ drive from shops and restaurants in Joshua Tree Village and Yucca Valley.

When you’re ready for some outdoor adventure, Joshua Tree National Park’s West Entrance is less than 5 minutes away by car.

Searching for great eats, drinks, shops, and things to do? Here are a few recommendations in Joshua Tree Village, less than a 10-minute drive away:
• Start your day at The DEZ with a coffee and baked good
• Marvel at the handiwork at the World Famous Crochet Museum
• Pick up some lunch or a souvenir from the Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market, open Saturdays
• Perhaps close your day with the food, drinks and music offered at the rustic Joshua Tree Saloon

Up for a day trip? Don’t miss these area highlights - they’re worth the drive.
• Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum (20-minute drive) - As far from a stuffy gallery as you can imagine, this outdoor sculpture garden contains a unique collection of folk-art.
• Pioneertown (25-minute drive) - Put on your ten-gallon hat and stroll down Mane Street of this Wild West-inspired town, also known for Pappy & Harriet’s, a notable restaurant and venue.
• The Integratron (30-minute drive) - New age-y healing destination with a sound bath, originally designed by ufologist George Van Tassel with the goal of reversing the aging process.
• Palm Springs (50-minute drive) - Artsy town known for vintage shopping, art galleries, and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.
• Mt. San Jacinto State Park (90-minute drive) - Expansive, hilly landscape with foot and horseback trails surrounding 10,834-foot Mount San Jacinto.

Of course, let’s not forget about the essentials. Everything you need is within close driving distance:
• Closest supermarket: Vons (18-minute drive)
• Closest liquor store: Mike's Liquor (10-minute drive)
• Closest pharmacy: Rite-Aid (15-minute drive)
• Closest bank: U.S. Bank (18-minute drive)
• Closest gas station: 76 (10-minute drive)

This is a remote location down dirt roads, so please take it slow. While a car is required to get around, a four wheel drive car is not, but note that roads will often have ruts, particularly after a rain.

•POOL: Heating for our in-ground pool and integrated hot tub is included in your rental, except for the cooler season. Should you wish to have the pool heated during that time, please notify us in advance of your arrival as there will be a supplemental charge per day for this service due to high fuel costs in this area. Note: Only one, the pool or the spa can heat at the same time. Pool heating will have to be turned back on after the spa is not in use, you will need to notify us. Pricing is as follows-

October and April - $200/night to heat pool
November, December, & March - $300/night to heat pool

No jumping, diving, running or rough play near the pool and hot tub area. No glass can be around the pool and hot tub, there are plastic cups in the kitchen to be used outside. Please mind the quiet hours (no loud noises after 10pm). No intoxicated persons may use the pool or hot tub. NO LIFEGUARD WILL BE ON DUTY - YOU SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.

• EVENTS & COMMERCIAL PHOTOSHOOTS: Are not permitted.

• PETS: This home is a pet free environment and pets are not permitted.

• CELL SERVICE: Cell phone service availability and quality in the high desert varies by service provider. This is particularly true in the more remote areas of Joshua Tree, Pipes Canyon, and Pioneertown. Please be prepared by enabling wifi calling or downloading a VOIP program.

Our property manager, Homestead Modern, is local and has staff available from 9am-9pm.

VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT IS NOT A LEASE AND CONVEYS NO RIGHTS IN REAL PROPERTY AT ANY TIME. YOUR USE IS LIMITED TO THAT DEFINED HEREIN.

• The number of people on the property may not exceed the number of guests in your reservation confirmation plus two (regardless of whether they are staying the night or just visiting). Additional guest fees starting at $65 per person per night will apply for any unauthorized persons.

• Your sole right to access the property begins with the 3PM check-in and ends at the 11AM check-out, unless other times are approved in writing in advance. Check-in is not allowed after 9PM unless approved in advance. We will charge 50% of the daily rate for an unauthorized early arrival or late check-out.

• Dogs are allowed with prior written permission, with the payment of an additional cleaning fee, and only at certain properties. Dog owners agree to the following additional rules: use protective sheets that we will leave out for you to cover any place where your dog may lie (we are not equipped to shampoo furniture or rugs or dry clean bedding after your departure); dogs must be leashed at all times when outside (there are coyotes in the High Desert, which present danger to unleashed dogs) and owners must immediately pick up after their dogs and deposit waste in a plastic bag and place it in the garbage bin; dogs are not to be left unattended in the property at any time. In addition to our additional dog cleaning fee, we will deduct the costs of extra cleaning or repairs necessitated by the presence of your dog. If you bring any animal to
a house that does not allow pets, you will be charged a $500 fee for deep cleaning and dander removal.

• Recreational vehicles, motorcycles and camping or other overnight accommodations outside the property are not allowed. Violations of this policy will result in termination of the reservation with no refund.

• We do not guarantee the speed or availability of internet service. Internet service may be provided by a satellite and/or wireless provider and may be subject to more fluctuations and outages than you may be used to. We do not provide refunds or discounts due to internet problems that are related to the provider or weather. No illegal or abusive use of the Internet is allowed.

• Cell service may not be available at the property due to the rural nature and geography of the area.

• The High Desert occasionally has power outages due to its rural nature. We are not responsible for any outages of Southern California Edison or any inconvenience such outage may cause. We will notify you of any planned outages and if requested will attempt to accommodate you elsewhere in the event of a planned outage lasting more than 4 hours. But we do not provide refunds or discounts for power outages that are unplanned.

• No photoshoots are allowed on the property without prior written approval and the payment of additional fees. Unauthorized use of the rental property’s name, address, or images, including its interior, exterior, and / or private property surroundings, for any commercial use including but not limited to selling, advertising, TV, film production, electronic, or other media, is not permitted and we will seek to have any unauthorized use removed.

• Special events such as weddings and parties are not permitted without written approval and the payment of additional fees.

• Guests who utilize a property’s hot tub, pools and/or plunge pool do so at their own risk and we are not liable for any personal injury or other damages associated with such use. Guests may not use glass or pottery glassware, plates, etc. in or anywhere near any such water amenity. If any glass or pottery ware is broken in or near a water amenity, you will be charged the full amount to drain and refill the amenity and for any lost revenue during such service. Guests may not leave minors unattended at any hot tub, pool or plunge pool. If a water amenity is left uncovered, you will be charged a minimum of $100 for additional cleaning/filling/heating.

No lifeguard is on duty; the primary guest on the reservation is responsible for the safe operation of the pool and for the safety of any persons using the pool; by utilizing any pool or spa all guests acknowledge and accept the risk of injury resulting from use of the pool, malfunction of pool equipment, tripping or falling around the pool/spa and any other injuries that may occur and waive all claims against the homeowner or its representatives including Homestead Modern LLC.

• Guests shall allow the property owner or any designated workers access to the property for landscaping and routine maintenance, cleaning, repairs and building inspections, and pool and hot tub repairs and service.

• If for any reason beyond the control of the owner, the property is unavailable, we may cancel your reservation and refund the actual fees and / or deposits you have paid.

• Smoking is not allowed inside the property or within 15 feet of any exterior door. Please dispose of your extinguished cigarette waste in a plastic bag and then into the outdoor garbage can. Do not leave cigarette waste on the grounds. If these rules are violated, we will charge a minimum of $250 for remediation.

• Propane firepits or fireplaces may not be used for burning wood or any other materials (it is illegal pursuant to a county ordinance and may damage the fixture). If any combustible materials are burned in them, we will charge a minimum of $500 cleaning fee.

• By making your reservation, you confirm that you will comply with (and your stay is allowed by) any applicable health or safety orders from the State of California.

• Firearms are not allowed on the property.

• Local ordinances prohibit any loud, excessive, or intrusive noise that disturbs the peace or that causes discomfort or annoyance to any reasonable person at any time as well as strict quiet hours between 10PM and 7AM.

• Please pay attention to all relevant short-term rental ordinances and other regulations (such as the noise ordinance above) in accordance with county or town guidelines. If you violate any ordinance and as a result the property is fined, you will be responsible for payment of the fine plus a $500 administrative fee.

• Payments are due 50% at 60 days before check-in and 50% at 30 days before check-in (or at the time of reservation if less than the days for either payment). For bookings made directly on our website, no cancellation is allowed less than 5 days before check-in (100% of the charges and booking fees are non-refundable at that time).

• A deposit is required at the time of booking and any unused portion will be returned 7 days after checkout. Bookings made directly on our website or through Vrbo are charged an accidental damage protection fee – with payment of this non-refundable fee, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $1000 and that you report to us during your stay. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets.

• We may withhold all or part of your deposit if you fail to follow the rules in this agreement, the property listing or the property house manual. If the cost of the damages, losses, or missing items exceed the amount of the deposit, we will bill your credit card for the difference and / or pursue legal action. Cause(s) for withholding deposit funds include, but are not limited to: damage to premises or contents, missing or broken items, lost keys, required excessive cleaning, not complying fully with the departure checklist, smoke odors or damage, mailing charges for items left behind, unauthorized persons visiting or staying on the property, the presence of a dog without authorization, noise complaints after 10PM, including fines, trespassing on neighboring properties, violation of any county or town rules and unauthorized late check-out.