Rustic Ranch | Hot Tub + Fenced Yard | Stargazing + Desert Views | Rawhide Ranch

Rawhide Ranch sits in the high desert near Pioneertown, a Western town built as a 1940s movie set where the storefronts along Mane Street still stand. The home is a private single-family place on open land, with mountains on the horizon and a big shaded backyard. Mornings are slow and quiet here. By evening, most guests end up in the hot tub watching the sky turn pink over the hills.

Inside, the style is rustic ranch. The living room has cowhide rugs, leather seating, wood accents, and a big TV for movie nights after a day on the trails. The kitchen has stainless appliances and warm terracotta walls. The dining table sits right beside it, looking out at the trees, so whoever is cooking is never cut off from the group.

There are three bedrooms: one with a king bed, one with a queen, and one with a log-style full bunk bed that kids will race to claim. Wood-plank walls and a four-poster frame keep the ranch feel going, and one bedroom looks out at the mountains, which makes waking up easy. Two full bathrooms help mornings run smoothly.

The backyard is where you'll spend most of your time. A large old shade tree covers the main lounge area, with sectional seating and picnic tables for long meals outside. There are hanging chairs for reading, loungers for sunning, and a BBQ grill on the patio next to a second dining set. The yard is fully fenced, so the kids can run around while the adults relax. After dark, the hot tub and the desert sky take over. With so little light around, the stargazing is excellent.

When you want to head out, Pioneertown is right nearby. Walk Mane Street, catch live music and BBQ at Pappy & Harriet's, or hike the boulder-lined trails of the Pioneertown Mountains Preserve. Yucca Valley's cafés, vintage shops, and grocery stores are a short drive down the hill, and Joshua Tree National Park is close enough for a sunrise hike and a lazy afternoon back at the ranch.

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service!

Nestled between the Colorado and Mojave Deserts, Joshua Tree originally attracted artistic types looking for an unspoiled environment to inspire their creative side. Nowadays, it also appeals to distant travelers for its superb stargazing, mountain climbing, and vibrant art scene. Within driving distance from Los Angeles and the Coachella Valley, this nature lover's dream invites you to unplug, enjoy the outdoors, and admire the surrounding Joshua trees, of course.

Local Attractions: Mane Street, Pappy & Harriet's Pioneertown Palace, Pioneertown Mountains Preserve, Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree National Park, Joshua Tree village, The Integratron, Sky's the Limit Observatory

Home Truths:
- Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- No central AC — the home relies on an evaporative (swamp) cooler for most cooling, with three Toshiba portable/window AC units (including one in the living room) used in windows during the hottest weeks.
- Located in a rural desert community on dirt roads; wildlife may include mice, rabbits, snakes, scorpions, bobcats, and coyotes. No fireplace or firepit.

Parking Details:
- Driveway parking for 4 cars (4-6 total)
- No EV charger.

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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.