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Highlights
Feels like home
Guests love the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Endless exploration awaits
Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Twentynine Palms, CA
Knott Sky Park
Place, Knott Sky Park
7 min drive
Twentynine Palms Visitor Center
Place, Twentynine Palms Visitor Center
8 min drive
29 Palms Historical Society
Place, 29 Palms Historical Society
10 min drive
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)
Airport, Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)
98 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
Midcentury Desert Escape
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.
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Gather used towels
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Important information
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Property # 908910vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Oasis Visitor Center, while Smith's Ranch Drive-In Theater and Theatre 29 are cultural highlights. Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce and Sky's the Limit Observatory and Nature Center are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and rock climbing.
Twentynine Palms Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
Theatre 29 - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
29 Palms Creative Center - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
29 Palms Historical Society - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
Getting around
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Circle K - 9 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Castañeda's - 8 min drive
Circle K - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Midcentury Desert Escape pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Midcentury Desert Escape?
On-site parking is available at the 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).
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."