Be transported at Motojave- a renovated midcentury time capsule with modern hotel upgrades and retro fun! On 5 fenced acres with stunning views of nearby Joshua Tree National Park, this expansive yet cozy retreat is a memorable getaway for families, friends or couples.
☆ Zero-gravity stargazing bed
☆ 1 King+2 Queen Caspers
☆ hot tub pool
☆ fire pit
☆ huge kitchen
☆ patio
☆ fire place
☆ turntables vinyl
☆ telescope
☆ vintage bar
☆ shuffleboard
☆ bocce cornhole
☆ swing hammock
☆ pets
The space
Motojave (moh-toh-HAH-vay) is a large private upgraded 3 bedroom 2 bath home with a hot tub, fire pit, fireplace, games, pool and more on 5 fenced acres, ideally located midway between Joshua Tree and Pioneertown inYucca Valley, California.
*House video tours on Insta @motojave1953
After a year-long renovation in 2021-2022 to preserve its original 1953 character and add modern upgrades and luxe touches, Motojave is a comfortable retreat designed for you to gather, relax, and totally enjoy.
With so many inviting amenities, cozy spaces and fun zones to explore indoors and out, it's the perfect setting to experience the…
TOP 25 MOTOJAVE MOMENTS
1. soak to your heart’s content in the bubbling hot tub
2. count the yard’s Joshua trees
3. make up your own horseshoes rules
4. compare s'mores around the fire pit
5. hike with your pups
6. sketch your favorite cacti
7. whip up a 5-star feast
8. be a digital nomad
9. say hello to the donkey next door
10. meditate in the Joshua Tree Triangle
11. cozy up with your lover
12. try your hand at darts and shuffleboard
13. mix retro drinks at the bar
14. play battleship in the sunroom
15. do yoga on the huge patio
16. show the kids things they’ve never seen
17. make the Little Dipper big in the telescope
18. learn desert bocce
19. read a 1962 Hot Rod magazine
20. flip burgers on the OG Weber grill
21. explore the desert without leaving the property
22. hang out in a hammock with jackrabbits and roadrunners
23. spin records and have a dance-off
24. count shooting stars from the zero-gravity stargazing bed
25. inhale a flowering Joshua tree
26. cool off in the pool (April - Oct)
27. make popcorn and watch movies
28. yep, there are more than 25… what memorable moments will you create?
SLEEPING AREAS
In addition to 3 private bedrooms (1 King + 2 Queen Casper beds), there are 4 single couches indoors (non-pullout), plus in warmer months, 1 full-size stargazing bed and 1 full-size convertible futon on the outdoor patio with extra pillows, sheets and blankets. A portable Pack ‘n Play crib with a comfy mattress topper is ready for you to set up in any room for a baby or toddler along with a high chair and baby bath. You can request an air mattress, too.
"The house is set up with games and a fire pit and communal gathering areas, while the layout of the interior and bedrooms also lends enough privacy for those guests who might need some downtime when traveling with family or groups of friends." - Nell, guest
The furnishings and custom artwork have been preserved and curated. In fact, the property’s heritage as an auto body shop is how Motojave got its name. It's a celebration of California’s classic car culture and road trips that started in the fifties and ride on today… the great escape to the Mojave desert.
Through every window, you'll see miles of gorgeous windswept scenery full of mountains that change colors throughout the day, and bristly families of Joshua trees standing watch as the sunset fades into a twinkling blanket of stars.
THE DETAILS
See floor plan in photos, and house video tours on Insta @motojave1953
•Start in the huge vintage turquoise eat-in 50s kitchen with original oiled birch cabinetry and an massive Formica diner-style island. It’s the heart of the home and fully equipped with everything you need to make great meals together. There's a new 18” dishwasher, new-yet-retro electric cooktop, full-size oven and new fridge/freezer, retro swag lamp and bar cart and breakfast nook. Plenty of cabinet storage for your goodies, and enough new and vintage kitchenware to easily make a feast.
•Wander into the living room with fantastically comfy couches and a fireplace (Duraflame fire logs only) where you'll enjoy a cozy fire amidst the authentic midcentury modern decor. The 45” smart Roku TV can stream all your favorites via your subscriptions (Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Prime etc.) thanks to our fast 225 mbs Wifi. Play the eclectic record collection on the turntable or connect and play your music via Bluetooth. Decks of playing cards and a cupboard full of classic family board games invite you to unplug and truly reconnect.
•The sunroom's south-facing double patio sliders frame views of Joshua Tree National Park, with cozy vintage furniture for morning coffee and afternoon card games. Here, you'll find a cactus collection, telescope and binoculars, spa and pool towels, marshmallow roasting sticks, bocce balls, cornhole beanbags, plus throw blankets and pillows for th
Neighbourhood Description
Yucca Valley, California, United States
"You can get to town easily or forget that town exists!"- Joelle, guest
Five fully-fenced acres on The Mesa, Yucca Valley's elevated countryside neighborhood. This remote-feeling getaway with just one adjacent neighbor is actually central to it all, 2 miles from shopping/dining and midway between Pioneertown and Joshua Tree National Park.
2 miles ~ Yucca Valley shopping and dining
4 miles ~ Joshua Tree Village and Saloon
5 miles ~ Sky Village Outdoor Marketplace (weekend swap meet!)
6 miles ~ Frontier Café Yucca Valley
9 miles ~ La Copine fine dining
10 miles ~ Joshua Tree National Park West entrance
10 miles ~ Pappy & Harriet's Pioneertown
11 miles ~ Integratron Sound Bath
33 miles ~ Palm Springs
126 miles ~ Los Angeles
158 miles ~ San Diego
234 miles ~ Las Vegas
2700 miles ~ New York City
5559 miles ~ Tokyo
Getting around
Cars do fine on our gently sloping paved road and flat paved driveway. GPS, internet, and cell service are quite reliable in this neighborhood, but roads and cell service are less predictable as you explore more remote areas like Pioneertown and Joshua Tree National Park. Uber, Lyft and food delivery services are not as readily available as in the city, so having your own transportation is strongly recommended for the most freedom to do what you want!
Amenities
Mountain view
Microwave oven
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Free washer - In unit
Free dryer - In unit
TV
Satellite cable
Air conditioning
Heating
Indoor Fireplace
Ceiling fan
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Stove
Coffee machine
Dishwasher
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Freezer
Oven
Laundromat nearby
Private entrance
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Garden
Private balcony or patio
BBQ
Parking Place
Swimming pool
Hot tub
Pets allowed
Self check-in
Long term stays allowed
Cleaning person
Mountain view
Microwave oven
Bathtub
Hair Dryer
Erin
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Zero G Stargazing• Hot Tub• Pool• Firepit• 5 Acres
Be transported at Motojave- a renovated midcentury time capsule with modern hotel upgrades and retro fun! On 5 fenced acres with stunning views of nearby Joshua Tree National Park, this expansive yet cozy retreat is a memorable getaway for families, friends or couples.
☆ Zero-gravity stargazing bed
☆ 1 King+2 Queen Caspers
☆ hot tub pool
☆ fire pit
☆ huge kitchen
☆ patio
☆ fire place
☆ turntables vinyl
☆ telescope
☆ vintage bar
☆ shuffleboard
☆ bocce cornhole
☆ swing hammock
☆ pets
The space
Motojave (moh-toh-HAH-vay) is a large private upgraded 3 bedroom 2 bath home with a hot tub, fire pit, fireplace, games, pool and more on 5 fenced acres, ideally located midway between Joshua Tree and Pioneertown inYucca Valley, California.
*House video tours on Insta @motojave1953
After a year-long renovation in 2021-2022 to preserve its original 1953 character and add modern upgrades and luxe touches, Motojave is a comfortable retreat designed for you to gather, relax, and totally enjoy.
With so many inviting amenities, cozy spaces and fun zones to explore indoors and out, it's the perfect setting to experience the…
TOP 25 MOTOJAVE MOMENTS
1. soak to your heart’s content in the bubbling hot tub
2. count the yard’s Joshua trees
3. make up your own horseshoes rules
4. compare s'mores around the fire pit
5. hike with your pups
6. sketch your favorite cacti
7. whip up a 5-star feast
8. be a digital nomad
9. say hello to the donkey next door
10. meditate in the Joshua Tree Triangle
11. cozy up with your lover
12. try your hand at darts and shuffleboard
13. mix retro drinks at the bar
14. play battleship in the sunroom
15. do yoga on the huge patio
16. show the kids things they’ve never seen
17. make the Little Dipper big in the telescope
18. learn desert bocce
19. read a 1962 Hot Rod magazine
20. flip burgers on the OG Weber grill
21. explore the desert without leaving the property
22. hang out in a hammock with jackrabbits and roadrunners
23. spin records and have a dance-off
24. count shooting stars from the zero-gravity stargazing bed
25. inhale a flowering Joshua tree
26. cool off in the pool (April - Oct)
27. make popcorn and watch movies
28. yep, there are more than 25… what memorable moments will you create?
SLEEPING AREAS
In addition to 3 private bedrooms (1 King + 2 Queen Casper beds), there are 4 single couches indoors (non-pullout), plus in warmer months, 1 full-size stargazing bed and 1 full-size convertible futon on the outdoor patio with extra pillows, sheets and blankets. A portable Pack ‘n Play crib with a comfy mattress topper is ready for you to set up in any room for a baby or toddler along with a high chair and baby bath. You can request an air mattress, too.
"The house is set up with games and a fire pit and communal gathering areas, while the layout of the interior and bedrooms also lends enough privacy for those guests who might need some downtime when traveling with family or groups of friends." - Nell, guest
The furnishings and custom artwork have been preserved and curated. In fact, the property’s heritage as an auto body shop is how Motojave got its name. It's a celebration of California’s classic car culture and road trips that started in the fifties and ride on today… the great escape to the Mojave desert.
Through every window, you'll see miles of gorgeous windswept scenery full of mountains that change colors throughout the day, and bristly families of Joshua trees standing watch as the sunset fades into a twinkling blanket of stars.
THE DETAILS
See floor plan in photos, and house video tours on Insta @motojave1953
•Start in the huge vintage turquoise eat-in 50s kitchen with original oiled birch cabinetry and an massive Formica diner-style island. It’s the heart of the home and fully equipped with everything you need to make great meals together. There's a new 18” dishwasher, new-yet-retro electric cooktop, full-size oven and new fridge/freezer, retro swag lamp and bar cart and breakfast nook. Plenty of cabinet storage for your goodies, and enough new and vintage kitchenware to easily make a feast.
•Wander into the living room with fantastically comfy couches and a fireplace (Duraflame fire logs only) where you'll enjoy a cozy fire amidst the authentic midcentury modern decor. The 45” smart Roku TV can stream all your favorites via your subscriptions (Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Prime etc.) thanks to our fast 225 mbs Wifi. Play the eclectic record collection on the turntable or connect and play your music via Bluetooth. Decks of playing cards and a cupboard full of classic family board games invite you to unplug and truly reconnect.
•The sunroom's south-facing double patio sliders frame views of Joshua Tree National Park, with cozy vintage furniture for morning coffee and afternoon card games. Here, you'll find a cactus collection, telescope and binoculars, spa and pool towels, marshmallow roasting sticks, bocce balls, cornhole beanbags, plus throw blankets and pillows for th
Neigbourhood Description
Yucca Valley, California, United States
"You can get to town easily or forget that town exists!"- Joelle, guest
Five fully-fenced acres on The Mesa, Yucca Valley's elevated countryside neighborhood. This remote-feeling getaway with just one adjacent neighbor is actually central to it all, 2 miles from shopping/dining and midway between Pioneertown and Joshua Tree National Park.
2 miles ~ Yucca Valley shopping and dining
4 miles ~ Joshua Tree Village and Saloon
5 miles ~ Sky Village Outdoor Marketplace (weekend swap meet!)
6 miles ~ Frontier Café Yucca Valley
9 miles ~ La Copine fine dining
10 miles ~ Joshua Tree National Park West entrance
10 miles ~ Pappy & Harriet's Pioneertown
11 miles ~ Integratron Sound Bath
33 miles ~ Palm Springs
126 miles ~ Los Angeles
158 miles ~ San Diego
234 miles ~ Las Vegas
2700 miles ~ New York City
5559 miles ~ Tokyo
Getting around
Cars do fine on our gently sloping paved road and flat paved driveway. GPS, internet, and cell service are quite reliable in this neighborhood, but roads and cell service are less predictable as you explore more remote areas like Pioneertown and Joshua Tree National Park. Uber, Lyft and food delivery services are not as readily available as in the city, so having your own transportation is strongly recommended for the most freedom to do what you want!