Starfire Lodge · Hot Tub, Karaoke Lounge, Views

Summary:

A six-person hot tub, a seasonal 10-foot cowboy tub, a cast-iron cold plunge tub with its own disco ball and the Big Cat Lounge with karaoke and a projector set Starfire Lodge apart, a revitalized 1950s three-bedroom lodge on 2 acres in the Morongo Valley hills. Walls of windows look across the basin to San Jacinto and San Gorgonio. Nap in Hammock City, cook in the chef's kitchen and sing under the light show after dark.



The Space:

Starfire Lodge is a revitalized 1950s home on 2 private acres in the hills of Morongo Valley, designed by a retired shipbuilder with wood paneling, metal beams and original tilework. Soaring ceilings and walls of windows frame the Morongo Valley basin and the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio peaks. Sculptural furniture, vintage records and a touch of Hollywood glam fill the house, and outside are a hot tub, a cowboy tub, a cold plunge tub and a hammock garden. With three bedrooms, it suits small groups of up to six.



-Highlights-

► Six-person hot tub

► 10-foot cowboy tub (not an in-ground pool), unavailable November through March

► Cast-iron cold plunge bathtub (cold water only) with a disco ball

► Hammock garden, croquet and outdoor seating

► Big Cat Lounge with karaoke, a projector, surround sound and a record collection

► LUMITONE music light installation

► Soaring ceilings and walls of windows with mountain views

► Fully stocked chef's kitchen and a massive stone dining table

► Vintage bar with premium glassware

► Joshua Tree Coffee Co. beans and a burr grinder

► Three bedrooms, including a loft, with memory foam toppers

► Wi-Fi suited to remote work



-Outdoor Amenities-

Soak beneath the stars in the six-person hot tub or cool off in the 10-foot cowboy tub; it is not an in-ground pool and is closed November through March. A cast-iron cold plunge bathtub (cold water only) comes with its own disco ball. Wander over to the hammock garden, known as Hammock City, for an afternoon nap, or play croquet. Outdoor seating and an outdoor dining table on the back patio face the mountains and desert.



-Living Area-

The main living room has very tall ceilings, structural metal beams, a wall of full-length windows and leather sofas facing the mountains. Just off it, the Big Cat Lounge has a half-moon sofa, karaoke, a projector screen with Roku, a high-fidelity sound system, a large record collection and a LUMITONE light installation synced to the music. Games and puzzles are on hand.



-Kitchen and Dining-

The fully stocked chef's kitchen has sharp knives, specialty tools, a quality burr grinder and Joshua Tree Coffee Co. beans. Host dinner at the massive stone dining table, mix drinks at the vintage bar with premium glassware, or eat outside on the back patio.



-Bedrooms and Bathrooms-

The Cream Room is a whitewashed primary suite with a king bed and an ensuite bathroom. The Blonde Room, clad in mid-century plywood, has a queen bed and a desk. The Loft is an open-air, cabin-style space above the main living room with a queen bed and Pendleton accents. All beds have memory foam toppers and OEKO-TEX cotton bedding. Both bathrooms have original tile, rain showers, glass enclosures and eco-friendly bath products.



-Surrounding Area-

Starfire Lodge is about 5 minutes from Morongo Valley's shops and restaurants and about 10 minutes from Yucca Valley. Pappy & Harriet's in Pioneertown is about 15 minutes away, and Palm Springs and the West Entrance to Joshua Tree National Park are each about 30 minutes. Big Bear is about 1.5 hours away for skiing.



Guest Access:

The entire house and property are yours to enjoy!



Please note that a closet at the front of the house and a few cabinets in the dining area are locked and used for rental supplies.



The Neighborhood:

Starfire Lodge is in Morongo Valley, a mountain-meets-desert community roughly between Palm Springs and Joshua Tree National Park. It sits just below the final pass to the high desert, so summers are milder than Palm Springs and winters warmer than Yucca Valley. Neighbors are on acreage, which gives the property privacy and big views.



Below are travel times to nearby shops, bars, eateries and attractions:

► 10 minutes ➔ Old Town Yucca Valley shops, bars & restaurants

► 15 minutes ➔ Pioneertown: Pappy and Harriet's & Red Dog Saloon

► 25 minutes ➔ Downtown Joshua Tree shops, bars & restaurants

► 30 minutes ➔ Joshua Tree West National Park Entrance

► 30 minutes ➔ Palm Springs & Palm Springs Airport

► 30 minutes ➔ The Integratron Sound Bath Experience

► 40 minutes ➔ Downtown Twentynine Palms shops, bars & restaurants



Getting Around:

A personal vehicle is necessary to get around in this area - rideshare apps are not guaranteed.



Please note that Starfire Lodge is in a remote location, and the last 0.7 miles to the home are dirt roads, so please take it slow. The dirt roads are maintained, and a four-wheel drive car is not necessary, but please note that the dirt road conditions vary and may have bumps and ruts, particularly after rainstorms.



Interaction with Guests:

The best and fastest way to reach us is to send us a message on the message thread. We kindly ask that all communication be kept on this platform, so we do not miss any questions you may have!