$645,000

Rooted in the spirit of old California ranch living and set against the quiet beauty of Rimrock in Pioneertown, this home is more than a desert getaway. It’s the kind of place that feels earned. Honest. Unpolished in all the right ways. Not a prefab dropped onto the sand, but… Read More a house with real bones, thoughtful details, and a grounded charm deeply connected to the land around it. What greets you first is the stillness. Bordering protected preserve land, the openness here is increasingly rare. No rooftops. No traffic. Just boulders, wandering wildlife, and endless sky. At night, the stars take over completely. Bright, expansive, unbelievable. Since 2017, the home has been upgraded in ways that add comfort while honoring its soul. A hot tub deck overlooks protected land, perfectly placed for soaking under the Milky Way. Irrigation and intentional landscaping have brought olive trees, cacti, and native plantings to life, creating grounds that feel curated yet entirely at home here. Hammock posts invite slow afternoons, hanging chairs sway in the breeze, and soft tree lighting turns twilight magical. Inside, the remodeled kitchen pairs new countertops and cabinetry with warm brick floors underfoot. Shiplap runs throughout all living spaces, tying it all together with relaxed ranch texture. New doors and windows invite in natural light, central air and heat ensure year-round comfort, while the wood stove makes chilly winter evenings something to look forward to. Both the main house and casita bathrooms have been fully remodeled with clean, timeless finishes. The former garage has been transformed into a bunkhouse. Insulated and finished with new flooring, plumbing, HVAC, a laundry room with custom cabinets, its own bathroom, and a second septic tank… a flexible living space that feels like a true extension of the home. A short walk from the dirt road leads to hidden trails and world-class bouldering tucked among the rocks. You’re just minutes from live music at the legendary Pappy & Harriet's and about 20 minutes from downtown Joshua Tree. Close to everything, yet wonderfully removed. Guests often arrive with plans to explore all day, only to find themselves lingering here instead. There’s something magnetic about the property. Whether hosting friends beneath the open sky, gathering for long dinners after sunset, or simply sitting in the quiet with no agenda at all, this home creates space to reconnect – With nature, with each other, and with yourself. Read Less

Property listed by Cherie Miller & Associates, Robert Forman 760-574-8581

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 4, 2026

Property Type

SingleFamilyResidence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

944

Lot Size

1.24 Acres

Year Built

1956

MLS Number

JT26041153

Additional Details

Property Access

Road Surface: NotMaintained, Unimproved

Appliances & Equipment

PropaneRange, PropaneWaterHeater, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer

Building

Built in 1956, Living area: 944.0, Living area units: SquareFeet, 1 storey, Levels: One, Entry level: 1, Entry location: Front door

Community

Foothills, HorseTrails, NearNationalForest, PreservePublicLand, Rural

Cooling

CentralAir

Disclosures

LicensedVacationRental, Unincorporated

Doors

FrenchDoors, SlidingDoors

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Deck, FrontPorch, Patio, Lighting

Fireplaces

SeeRemarks

Floors

Brick, Concrete, Wood

Heating

Central, Propane, WoodStove

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $0

Interior Features

BeamedCeilings, LivingRoomDeckAttached, BedroomOnMainLevel, DressingArea, GalleyKitchen

Laundry

LaundryRoom

Lot

1.24 acres, DesertBack, DesertFront, GentleSloping, HorseProperty, LotOver40000Sqft, Landscaped, SprinklerSystem, SlopedUp

Parking

ConvertedGarage, Driveway

Pool

None

Property

UpdatedRemodeled, Horse amenities: RidingTrail, Canyon, Desert, Hills, Mountains, Panoramic

Roof

Shingle

Sewer

SepticTypeUnknown

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 0593231130000, Lot: 17

Utilities

ElectricityConnected, Propane, WaterConnected, Water Source: Well, Standard

Windows

InsulatedWindows

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