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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 472 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

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Morongo Valley, CA
  • Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Whitewater Preserve
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Morongo Star Ranch By Homestead Modern

Summary:
Tucked between Joshua Tree and Palm Springs, Morongo Star Ranch by Homestead Modern offers a modern architectural gem in Morongo Valley. Perfect for bird watching, with the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve minutes away, this stunning retreat provides a quiet, cozy, and colorful oasis on five scenic acres.

The Space:
Adjacent to Bighorn Mountain & Whitewater River National Lands, Morongo Star Ranch is a modern escape designed with your relaxation and comfort in mind. Enjoy stunning views, a pool, and a hot tub in this peaceful desert setting.

HIGHLIGHTS:
► 1 spacious bedroom; queen bed
► 1 full bathroom
► 1 pull-out sofa with spare linens and blankets
► In-ground pool & hot tub (pool heated at an additional fee in Oct/April)
► Secluded location 5 minutes from Big Morongo Canyon Preserve (excellent bird watching)
► Fully equipped kitchen; modern appliances
► Washer & dryer with supplies provided
► Open living room; separate entertainment room with Tv + Bluetooth speaker
► Outdoor BBQ overlooking the mountains
► Pet friendly
► High-speed WiFi for remote work + entertainment
► 20-minute drive to Joshua Tree National Park’s west entrance & 20 minutes to Palm Springs
► Professionally hosted by Homestead Modern™

All Homestead Modern Properties include:
- Support from full-time, local support team
- Professional housekeeping & property inspection prior to guest arrival
- Premium towels & linens and natural body products by Public Goods
- Concierge-like support to help you unplug, unwind, & engage with the High Desert
-Learn more @HomesteadModern

BEDROOMS
This house can comfortably sleep up to 4 guests in 1 bedroom and the living room.
Primary Bedroom - a cozy room with a queen-size bed.
◎ Queen-size bed
◎ Plenty of closet space
◎ Vaulted ceiling of rustic wood
◎ Desert-inspired decor and bedding

BATHROOMS
There is one bathroom.
Bathroom 1: Bathroom with a combination shower/tub.
✓ Washer and dryer

KITCHEN & DINING
The updated kitchen is fully equipped.
◎Baking sheets, pots and pans are available/included
◎ Hand mixer, blender, bar-tools and cocktail glasses
◎ Cooking oil, salt & pepper
◎ Locally roasted coffee
◎ Drip coffee maker.
◎ Ziploc, Tinfoil, and Food Storage options
◎ Propane BBQ/Grill
◎ Dining table for 6
◎ Outdoor dining table for 8

INDOOR LIVING
The living spaces are designed for relaxation.
◎Sun-drenched living room with large windows
◎ Sliding glass doors
◎ TV (DirecTV channels available)
◎Bluetooth speaker
◎ Separate entertainment room

OUTDOOR SPACE & ACTIVITIES
The outdoor space is designed for enjoying the desert views.
◎ In-ground pool & hot tub (pool heated at an additional fee in Oct/April)
◎ Wraparound patio
◎ Chairs and BBQ

Essentials
►Morongo Star Ranch includes WiFi, heating, and air conditioning.
►On-site parking is available for 2 vehicles.


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


** Cleaning Protocols ***
As the only professional management company in the area, we have always maintained exceptional cleaning standards. We pay above the living wage standards; 100% of your cleaning fee is paid to the cleaners (i.e. no profit to us) and we insist on a professional level of cleaning between guests. We love the High Desert for a lot of reasons - including the open spaces, lack of crowds, and dry weather that we believe make it a safe place to visit.

Guest Access:
You will have the entire house and property to yourself.

The Neighborhood:
Morongo Valley is a small, quiet community featuring one of the best bird watching locations in the Western United States: Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Morongo Valley is an ideal High Desert locale, set halfway between the restaurants, shops, and nightlife of Palm Springs (30-minute drive) and the wonders of Joshua Tree National Park (35-minute drive to the West Entrance).

This area is located within a short drive of delicious restaurants and fun things to do. Here are a few favorites:
• Dillon's Burgers & Beers (7-minute drive) - Old-school eatery known for hearty food and arcade games.
• Morongo Valley Cafe (8-minute drive) - Neighborhood favorite for breakfast classics like eggs benedict and huevos rancheros.
• Joshua Tree Village (30-minute drive) - Quirky strip of boutiques and restaurants, including Coyote Corner, Space Cowboy Books, and the rustic Joshua Tree Saloon.
• Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum (35-minute drive) - As far from a stuffy gallery as you can imagine, this outdoor sculpture garden contains a unique collection of folk-art.
• The Integratron (35-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.
• Mt. San Jacinto State Park (60-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 (23-minute drive)
• Closest liquor store: King's Liquor Store (20-minute drive)
• Closest pharmacy: Rite Aid Pharmacy (22-minute drive)
• Closest bank: Wells Fargo Bank (20-minute drive)
• Closest gas station: Circle K (7-minute drive)

Getting Around:
Many roads in the high desert are dirt, so please take it slow. While a car is required to get around, a four wheel drive car is not if you follow our directions, but note that roads will often have ruts, particularly after a rain.

PLEASE NOTE that names of streets on maps and on street signs often differ in Morongo Valley, and some roads can be quite difficult as they are not publicly maintained. Please be sure to follow our turn-by-turn directions.

Other Things to Note:
• EVENTS & COMMERCIAL PHOTOSHOOTS: Are not permitted without prior approval, applicable permit and additional fees.

• 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.

• SOCIAL MEDIA: If you plan on sharing your experience on social media, please mention us!

• 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: Many roads are dirt, so please take it slow. A four wheel drive car is not required, but note that roads will often have ruts, particularly after a rain

• WILDIFE: During the Spring & Summer, honeybees gather near the far end of the pool (and the spa). They are not aggressive and will typically ignore swimmers. We have created two small diversion pools and are working to get them to seek water elsewhere. We are very respectful of wildlife and have been working with experts from the National Park Service to mitigate this. We apologize for the inconvenience!

• CO-HOSTED BY HOMESTEAD MODERN

Interaction with Guests:
Our property manager, Homestead Modern, is local and has staff available at all times.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Sand to Snow National Monument. Enjoy features like a hot tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a private pool and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Sand to Snow National Monument and 9 minutes by car from Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Homestead Modern LLC

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 780 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-00524

Property is also known as

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Morongo Star Ranch By Homestead Modern Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but with little issues.
Many of the solar lights did not work due to damage or I suspect they needed new solar batteries. It gets quite dark, which was amazing, but my nephew took a tumble because of the darkness. The pool was beautiful but the pool and jet sauna lights did not work. ( Bummer) This one was on me, I didn't realize the location did not have a washer/dryer so be aware of that. Lastly, I was disappointed with the shower head. It just sprayed all over the place with minimal pressure and the plastic strip that is suppose to block the water from getting all over the bathroom floor didn't do the job. On the bright side, the location is remote but not so much so that one feel's out in the middle of nowhere. The terrain and the stars were breathtaking and it was a pleasure to have a property management team respond so quickly and kindly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alycia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded desert oasis
Really enjoyed the property. The house was a perfect place for relaxation and feeling "off the grid" even though we were still close to everything. Loved seeing all the natural wildlife. road runners and so many lizards. The pool and hot tub were well used after our Joshua tree hikes . Would stay here again ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and relaxing long weekend getaway!
Quick communication, nice quiet retreat, not far from Joshua Tree, spectacular views... we will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Katherine S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very Dissapointed
This home looks absolutely nothing like the pictures online!! VRBO makes it seem well maintained, clean, with large rooms and that is not what we got. Our group - Me, best friend, other friend and his wife were all underwhelmed. The house had SO LITTLE of the basic things. The bath mat was one tiny squire that literally looked meant for a 2 year old. I immediately ordered one from Lowe’s. I was also shocked to find no pool umbrellas as it is blistering hot there in the spring / summer!! So I bought 2 umbrellas and had them delivered. We also discovered that The pool was NOT heated and freezing. I read in the welcome package the pool wouldn’t be heated in winter months, but this is late April / Summer so it should’ve absolutely have been heated up. I called the company to find out ANY info on the pool and have not one phone call back in 48 hours. In the info packet you obtain before you arrive the directions are so sparse. And to bring the pool issue again we LUCKILY ran in to their pool many, but he too had no idea how to fix it. Back to the items that were not provided - there were only 2 sets of TINY shower towels, 2 washcloths, and 2 hand towels. And maybe some 15 year old pool towels that were so small they could’ve fit a toddler. Luckily I am EXTREMELY OCD and brought my own beach towels which I chose to leave there so that this doesn’t happen to another person or family. So dear Morongo Stat, now you have brand new towels, 2 beach umbrellas, and a bath mat! It really pains me to say that this place was a 1/10 but I would never go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a beautiful spot
It was nice place but there were some issue with the sink
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect isolation
Absolutely loved the property! The pool and spa were wonderful and the little house was well equipped and cozy. We loved the isolation and amazing views! We will definitely e staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Huy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great place
girlfriend and I booked this place for the weekend. What a lovely place. The place has everything you will need to enjoy yourself, from swimming to a jacuzzi. Our dog was also having a blast enjoying the outdoors. The communication with the host was great and quick. The place was perfect. We love it so much we wish we could stay longer. Will definitely stay here in the future. Thanks for an awesome weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R., New York

Liked: Cleanliness
An absolute gem!!!
I want to purchase this property. Wow...just wow. To give context, we are from Manhattan and do not get to experience seclusion and remote beauty too often. The property is incredible. Very intimate inside and perfect for a couple. The views are amazing and the property is very clean and well kept. The property contained everything needed for an extended or short stay. Bring food and clothes and you are well taken care of. There are so many towns very close (Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, etc.). There is even a washer/dryer located on the outside of the cottage in a shed and was invaluable. The property land is larger than we thought and on a hill with simply fantastic 360 views. You can stroll a little away from the property but I am not sure where property lines are so we didn't venture too far (but fun small hikes). The BBQ out back was so much fun and watching the sunrise with coffee or sunset with some wine was very relaxing. The management company has been the best we have ever experienced through VRBO. We had many questions because we stayed during the Apple fires that started 30 miles away from the property. Management sent daily (sometimes more) updates and would return concerned questions within minutes. If a question arose, they were quick to respond and really made us feel comfortable. Check-in was extremely easy and the provided binder was full of useful suggestions and guides. Our two complaints were 1) the internet. It is satellite and did not work for the 5 days we were there. This could be because of the smoke from the fires (although there were some clear days) but we were hoping to get some work done (being that we are all remote now). The other 2) is cell phone reception as it is extremely limited and only seemed to work well in the bedroom. We have AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile and AT&T was the only provider that seemed to work (and again only in the bedroom). Lastly, although you can get to the property with almost any vehicle, I would strongly suggest an SUV or larger. The road to the property is dirt and has many bumps, rocks, and crevices. If you are looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, and want to experience a zen-like retreat, please stop reading and just book this property. The owners and management have done an incredible job of making this a completely unique oasis. I cannot wait to return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Mike K., Plymouth In.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice location, easy drive to Palm Springs, and Joshua Tree. The Laundry area could be a little cleaner. Some sort of "critters" living in the attic, never saw them but could here them scratching around above the ceiling. Overall good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020