Mojave Stargazer by Open Air Homes- Live in Nature

Escape to your own private desert sanctuary. Perched on 5 secluded acres overlooking Homestead Valley Canyon, Mojave Stargazer offers something rare: true solitude under some of the darkest skies in Southern California. This isn`t just a vacation rental—it`s a front-row seat to the cosmos.

Watch the Milky Way from your canyon-view swing, fall asleep to absolute silence, wake to sunrise over endless desert. This freshly renovated 3-bedroom retreat sleeps 6 with curated designer furnishings and local art. Two queen bedrooms, one bunk room (sleeps 2), plus a queen sofa bed.

Outside is where the magic happens. Outdoor shower under open sky, fire pit for stargazing, spacious deck with BBQ facing the canyon, hammock, swing positioned for sunrises, and private hiking trail. Joshua Tree National Park is 30 minutes away, but you may never want to leave.

Intentionally screen-free (no TVs) to encourage genuine connection. Fully stocked kitchen with gas range, dishwasher, Breville toaster oven, Keurig, French press. Reliable Starlink internet (300+ Mbps) when you need it. Central AC/heat, washer/dryer, keyless entry, Bluetooth speaker, large driveway fits RVs.

Families welcome—high chair, mini-crib, toys, dollhouse, books, horseshoe ring. Please notify us if children will be staying.

Location notes: Truly remote with short off-road access (high-clearance vehicles recommended but not required). Limited cell service (T-Mobile works best). Bring your own firewood.

Imagine this: You arrive as the sun sets, painting the canyon walls in shades of amber and rose. You fire up the grill, pour a drink, and settle into the deck chairs. As twilight deepens, the first stars appear. Then more. And more. Soon the entire sky is alive with light—the Milky Way so vivid you can see its structure, planets sharp as diamonds, shooting stars streaking overhead. This is the Mojave Desert at its most spectacular. And for your stay, it`s all yours.

Whether you`re seeking a romantic escape, a family adventure, or simply a place to unplug and remember what silence sounds like, Mojave Stargazer delivers. Book your desert retreat. The stars are waiting.
OPEN AIR HOMES HOUSE RULES

- By booking with us, you agree to sign our Rental Agreement. You understand that your check-in instructions will be sent after successfully signing our Rental Agreement.

- Please note that in the State of CA, guests staying over 30 nights are legally required to sign a legal CAR form with the DRE. Our Broker of Record will send you this CAR form for signature once payment is made. Your reservation will be considered ready to go once the form is signed!

- Damages and/or failure to pick up after your pet may result in additional charges at checkout.

- Pets and animals are not permitted at the property at any time whatsoever unless otherwise agreed upon in writing prior to booking. Failure to comply with this will result in an additional charge of up to $1000 and/or eviction without limiting any other legal or equitable remedies available to Owner and/or Company.

- For any items left behind after check-out, guests will be charged the shipping costs and an additional service fee of $25.

- All 30+ day stays require mid-stay cleanings by our professional housekeeping team. Payment will be requested after booking confirmation.

- The AC cannot be set lower that 75 degrees when the outdoor temperature exceeds 100s. If tampering with the HVAC equipment causes any issues which require a service call and/or repairs, this will be billable to your party

- Tampering with pool equipment that causes any issues which require a service call and/or repairs will be billable to your party.

- Please note that this is a non-smoking property. Any violation of the no-smoking policy will result in a $250 fine.

- Guests are responsible for any damage to the property or its contents during their stay. Any damages must be reported immediately to the host to ensure proper documentation.

- Please dispose of all trash in the designated bins provided. If the trash bins are full, please notify the host for further instructions.

- Any unregistered guests are not allowed to stay overnight without prior written approval from the host. Additional guests may result in an additional charge.

- Utilities are included up to the property’s recent average usage. Any excessive use above that amount may result in additional charges. If applicable, payment for utility overages is due within 14 days of check-out.