Where to Stay
The Landing House is part of Homestead Modern’s portfolio of design-forward, high desert accommodations. Perched in an area of Joshua Tree known as Monument Manor, neighbours (including the famous Invisible House) are nearby, yet far enough away to offer a sense of seclusion.
Passing through the entrance, guests step onto a concrete patio that stretches ahead to a circular plunge pool, bridging two wings of the home: one, a primary bedroom with an attached ensuite; the other, an open kitchen, dining area, and living space, with a secondary primary and ensuite at the far end. The décor is contemporary and inviting.
My friend and I lounge across from each other, dressed in undyed desert outfits left in each closet for guests’ comfort, joking that we should move here and start our own commune. It’s one of many relaxed moments where we find space to simply be—connected, calm, and called to appreciate the arid Mojave around us.
At both high noon, in the reverberating heat, and after the stars emerge against a navy night sky, it feels as though someone tiptoed in and gently placed the home here, like the final touch on a diorama. The sensation resonates, considering the many spiritual seekers and artists drawn to this area over the years.
