The Space
Escape to Orion Minor by Homestead Modern, a secluded one-bedroom residence surrounded by natural rock formations, offering tranquility and modern design. This unique casita provides a private desert sanctuary with exceptional outdoor amenities.
HIGHLIGHTS:
► Prime location near the primary entrance of Joshua Tree National Park & two miles south of JT Village
► One bedroom, one bathroom residence with a private patio and comfortable sofa
► Outdoor bathtub, hot tub nestled in the boulders (cowboy tub currently offline)
► Fully equipped kitchen with all necessary cooking, baking, and entertaining essentials
► Propane BBQ grill and spacious indoor & outdoor dining areas
► High-speed STARLINK internet throughout the property
► Award-winning landscape design by Surfacedesign
► Pet-friendly
► Professionally hosted by Homestead Modern™
All Homestead Modern Homes include:
Full-time, local support team
Locally roasted coffee & pantry essentials
Premium Parachute towels & linens and Public Goods natural body products
Concierge-like support to help you unplug, unwind, & engage with the High Desert Learn more @HomesteadModern
BEDROOMS
This house comfortably sleeps up to 2 guests in 1 bedroom, offering a private and serene retreat.
Bedroom - a tranquil space with direct access to a private outdoor area.
◎ King-size bed with a Custom Comfort mattress and premium Parachute linens
◎ Closet space with a washer & dryer
◎ Access to a private courtyard with a soaking tub
Bathroom - conveniently located within the casita.
◎ Walk-in shower with responsibly-harvested Cumaru wood planking
◎ Custom-built walnut sink cabinetry
◎ Skylights and carefully selected wall tiles provide a light and airy ambiance
KITCHEN & DINING
The well-equipped kitchen in Orion Minor features a large central waterfall island, perfect for preparing meals and enjoying the company of your fellow traveler.
◎ Fully stocked cabinets with cookware, dinnerware, and drinkware
◎ Premium baking sheets, pots, pans, plates, and platters
◎ Microwave, toaster, blender, stove, and dishwasher
◎ Cooking oil, salt, pepper, sugar, and a selection of spices
◎ Locally roasted Wonder Lake coffee, coffee bean grinder, drip and French press coffee makers
INDOOR LIVING
The open-plan living area offers a comfortable and stylish space to relax, with large windows framing the natural surroundings.
◎ Unique original artwork & photography throughout the common areas
◎ Sonos Wi-Fi enabled speakers
◎ Selection of board and card games (no TV)
◎ High-speed STARLINK internet
◎ Variety of books on architecture, design, and local history
OUTDOOR SPACE & ACTIVITIES
The outdoor areas are designed for relaxation and immersion in the desert landscape, featuring unique soaking options and stargazing opportunities.
◎ Stargazing area perfect for enjoying the clear desert nights
◎ Back patio with additional seating and a propane BBQ grill
◎ Private hot tub nestled among the boulders for ultimate relaxation
◎ Private courtyard off the bedroom with a soaking tub
Essentials - Parking is available for 3 vehicles. The casita is equipped with energy-efficient mini-split heat pump air conditioning units for heating and cooling, powered by a 9.0 kW solar panel system. A washer and dryer is provided within the casita. Please contact us if you have any questions about the home or the area in general. We hope to welcome you soon!
• Joshua Tree National Park Entrance (<5 min drive)
• Joshua Tree Village (5 min drive)
• Pioneertown (20 min drive)
• Yucca Valley (25 min drive)
• The Integratron (25 min drive)
• Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum (30 min drive)
• Palm Springs (approx. 1 hour drive)
• DOGS: Dogs are welcome and there is a one time fee of $100. Maximum of 2 Dogs allowed. No other types of animals are authorized.
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• 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.
• ROAD CONDITIONS: Dirt roads may have ruts; please drive with caution.
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 4PM 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. No other pets or animals are allowed. 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 (including at least $50 for pet fur left on furniture due to lack of use of the provided protective sheets) or repairs necessitated by the presence of your dog.
• 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 and we do not provide refunds or discounts due to internet problems. No illegal or abusive use of the internet access is allowed. Guests may log in to their personal accounts on any devices at the property (e.g. smart TVs), but guests are responsible for logging out of all personal accounts prior to leaving the property and we are not responsible for any use or purchase made on guest accounts.
• 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 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 with only a refund to 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 into 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.
• 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. You must adhere to these rules.
• 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).
• A deposit is required at the time of booking and any unused portion will be returned 7 days after checkout. Bookings may include 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.
• We are not responsible for any personal injury or personal property loss or damage that you or your guests may incur while at the property, you assume all risks associated with your visit and will hold the property owner and manager harmless from any injuries, loss or damage.
- Air conditioning
- Bathtub
- BBQ
- Coffee maker
- Cookware
- Dishes and silverware
- Dishwasher
- Enhanced cleaning practices
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Family/kid friendly
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Hair dryer
- Hangers
- Heating
- Hot tub
- Iron
- Kettle
- Laptop friendly workspace
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pack ’n Play/travel crib
- Path to entrance lit at night
- Patio or balcony
- Pets allowed
- Pool
- Press Worthy
- Refrigerator
- Room-darkening shades
- Single level home
- Suitable for children (2-12 years)
- Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
- Wireless Internet
- High chair Available
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard/Outdoor Space