Arro Dunes

The entire home has been lovingly renovated, with many of the final touches having been built by us, characterizing the distinctive textures and light of each room. Minimalist decor and neutral palettes connect you to the desert surroundings and offer space to sink into the world around.

Originally built as a desert homestead in 1957, the two bedroom one bathroom home comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests. Dual bi-folding french doors provide a connection to the outdoors as guests enjoy the seating and tea room in the large bedroom. The brick fireplace with steel hood is original to the home, designed and handbuilt by the original owners, and is a key focal point to the homes’ architecture.

Mornings spent sipping coffee, or evening cocktails, next to our expansive original living room window, provide some of the best moments to recharge.

At night, the firepit and 100 sq ft deck offer unending stargazing opportunities while the 10’ foot stock tank is a summer retreat.

The home sits off a dirt road in a small and peaceful neighborhood, navigable by any vehicle and is designed to be an oasis for slow living, away from the noises of the city, though not far from local amenities.

Whether you’re seeking a relaxing quiet retreat or romantic getaway, Arro Dunes is the perfect sanctuary to find peace and solitude.

AMENITIES:

- Wood burning hot tub (available year round)

- Queen size Tuft & Needle beds with 100% flax linen Bed Threads sheets

- Organic cotton bedding and down pillows

- Brooklinen bath linens

- Malin & Goetz bathroom amenities

- A/C and heat in every room

- August Wifi Remote lock with keycode

- WiFi throughout the home (there is also cell service at our location)

- Movie theater projector with Samsung TV including Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and many other streaming channels (guests sign in to their own accounts)

- Indoor gas fireplace

- Bluetooth speaker

- Wood-Burning BBQ

- Outdoor Dining space

- Horseshoe and Bocce ball court

- Fully fitted kitchen with Smeg refrigerator, stove top and oven, Vitamix blender, Chemex and Fellow electric tea kettle. Our kitchen is suited for light cooking and simple meals.

- Tastefully furnished with high-end furniture, custom-built pieces, and one-of-a-kind vintage and antiques collected from around the world

- Outdoor wood-burning fire pit with expansive desert views

- 10 foot cowboy pool built into a 200 sq ft deck (open April - Oct)

- Privately located, fifteen minute drive to the east entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, ten minutes to downtown Twentynine Palms, and 20 minutes to central Joshua Tree

- Bocce ball and horseshoe pit

LOCAL EXPERIENCES:

Make the most of your time here with our favorite local experiences:

Sound bath at the Integratron or with a local practitioner

In-home massage or bodywork session

Private guided desert hike

Chef-prepared dinner at home

Yoga or Pilates under open skies

Private stargazing tour

Horseback ride through canyons and washes

Guests will have the entire property to themselves. We have a locked studio outside that guests will not have access to. Prior to arrival, guests will receive a pin code that will access the front door.

We're available if you need anything during your stay.

Our home is tucked in the sandy dunes of 29 Palms, dotted with large shady Tamarisk trees in a peaceful, remote neighborhood. Much of the desert flora nestles up right to the house, feeling as if you are close with nature. We have very few neighbors and so much land to explore behind our home.

This is a remote location, with the last mile being dirt roads, so please take it slow and respect our neighbors. You will need a car during your stay, but a four wheel drive is not necessary.

PLEASE NOTE: You may encounter a friendly pair of dogs that enjoy visiting our guests. Their names are King and Lou and the belong to our neighbor across the street. They are very sweet, but please shoo them on home should they be a nuisance.

PETS: Two well-behaved pups allowed. No other types of pets allowed. There is a $95 pet fee, paid at time of booking. The property is not fenced and there are coyotes, bobcats, owls in the area, so please be aware. Also, see above about our neighbor's dogs.

PARKING: A maximum of 2 cars are allowed on site. Parking is available under the wooden carport at the end of the driveway.

WATER: As our home is more remote, our water is supplied by a well. We appreciate your patience as filling up the bathtub might take longer than expected - but it will be rewarding.

DESERT FAUNA: We feel so lucky to be able to experience the vast amount of wildlife and nature that desert living provides. Please do not be surprised to see all kinds of critters including bats, beetles, mice, owls, snakes, scorpions, spiders, coyotes, rabbits, and mountain lions. This is their home after all. We recommend keeping all doors and windows closed in the evening. Also note, that during summer we do see an influx of wildlife.

SEPTIC: The house is on a septic system, please do not flush anything other than toilet paper.

NEIGHBORHOOD: Our property is in a rural area of 20 Palms. There is a military base in 29 Palms, which doesn't usually cause an issue, but occasionally they do train. If you have any questions about this, we'll be happy to help.