Desert Home w/ Fire Pit, Backyard | Chic Ranch Retreat | Asteroid by AvantStay

★ Recognized as one of our best. This home was a finalist in the 2025 AvantStay Awards, our annual celebration of top-tier stays.

Asteroid is a gorgeous, ranch-style home that adds an eclectic aesthetic to your Joshua Tree experience. Sitting right on the outskirts of Joshua Tree National Park, every corner of the yard features expansive views of the surrounding landscape. A charming desert courtyard looks toward the hills and features playful seating options as a way to enjoy the sunshine of the valley. In the evenings, dine al fresco at the large outdoor dining table before stargazing around the firepit.

Inside, Asteroid features Bohemian-inspired decor with playful details and natural finishes. From the views outside to the aesthetically-curated interior, there is no shortage of places to break out your camera for the perfect shot. Nearby, some of the area's most famous attractions — including Skull Rock and Arch Walk — are ideal launching points for exploring the rest of the park. Infuse your Joshua Tree adventure with style and unbeatable amenities at Asteroid!

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!

Local Attractions: Hidden Valley Nature Trail, Cholla Cactus Garden, Barker Dam Nature Trail, Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail, Skull Rock, Keys View, The Natural Sisters Cafe, Pie for the People!, Joshua Tree Coffee Company, Pappy & Harriet’s

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 Coachella Valley, this nature lover's dream invites you to unplug, enjoy the outdoors, and admire the surrounding Joshua trees, of course.

*Home Truths:*
- Please be aware that wildlife such as insects, scorpions, and snakes may be present. Our team does their best to check the home before your arrival, but be mindful about leaving the doors & windows open during your stay.
- We allow service animals at this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Two trifold mattresses and bedding are provided.
- Please note, the cowboy tub on site is non-operational.
- This home comes with a pack n' play travel crib and high chair.
- The spa on site is non-operational.
- This location is remote and is accessible by a dirt road.
- This property has exterior video surveillance and noise alert decibel monitoring systems in common areas to ensure guest security and compliance with local laws. Cameras are located by the front entry.
- Due to the remote location of our home, guests may experience unannounced power outages.

Parking Details:
- Plenty of parking in circular dirt driveway in front of house and one carport on the side of the house
- Max # of cars: 5

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / Queen bed
Bedroom 2 / Daybed w/ trundle
Bedroom 3 / Queen bed
Bedroom 4 / Queen bed

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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.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

​​​​​​​Permit: VHR22-094