Gather 'Round Ranch JT • Piano, walk to Más O Menos
Entire home in Joshua Tree, California
- 4 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
Hosted by Lauren
- Superhost
- 11 years hosting
Listing highlights
In walkable Panorama Heights
Walk to Más O Menos for coffee and cocktails, or access Joshua Tree National Park on foot from the street.
Restored mid-century with a piano
A 1958 mid-century home with 12-ft beamed ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and an upright piano.
Design that guests can't stop praising
Guests highlight the thoughtful design and curated details, from natural plaster walls to the record player.
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The Gather 'Round Ranch JT is a design-forward, mid-century vacation rental + artist retreat with boulder views and an upright piano, located in the walkable neighborhood of Panorama Heights in Joshua Tree. Originally constructed in 1958, the home integrates natural materials like plaster, linen, and copper with modern amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi for remote work and mini-splits for climate control. Walk ten minutes from the front door to Más O Menos or into Joshua Tree National Park by foot.
The space
Who we built this for:
The Gather 'Round Ranch is perfect for couples, friend getaways, artists who need a place to create, or anyone looking for a peaceful, design-forward home that feels worlds away. From the hand-troweled plaster walls to the light-filled creative spaces, the GRR is designed to be a sanctuary for the senses and a launchpad for your desert adventures. The guest booking must be 25 years of age and have a history of positive reviews.
Location: Panorama Heights, Joshua Tree:
A quiet, elevated enclave known for its creative community, iconic boulder-strewn landscapes, and walkability into Joshua Tree National Park. The Gather 'Round Ranch is the perfect blend of desert solitude and convenience. Panorama Heights sits between Downtown Joshua Tree and the city of 29 Palms, hugging the boundary of Joshua Tree National Park.
Some highlights:
• Más O Menos (10-Min Walk): Our favorite neighborhood hang. Part coffee shop, part desert cantina, it's perfect for a morning espresso or a sunset mezcal. They often host events and nightly food pop-ups.
•The Harrison House: Just up the road, this straw-bale home is an ecology and event center. They host permaculture workshops, musical performances and other desert-focused events like talks with astronomers.
•Joshua Tree National Park: You are minutes by car from the West Entrance, but you can also access the park on foot from the top of our street! You can make your way about a mile in to connect with the Burro Trail.
•Joshua Tree Village: The shops and eateries of downtown Joshua Tree are 6 minutes by car.
The Space:
The "Great Room" serves as the heart of the home, defined by 12-ft ceiling with exposed beams, a wood-burning fireplace, and an upright piano. There is also an acoustic guitar, Fender Twin amp, and easel-mounted smart TV. We have a record player, vintage speakers and a curated collection of Country Western, RnB, and pop records for you to enjoy. It's a space for deep conversation, creative focus, or max-relaxing!
The Master Suite has sliding glass doors that lead to the outside, and an attached bathroom with an oversized bath tub.
Also attached to the Master Suite is the office which also has hand-troweled natural plaster walls, hi speed wifi, and an adjustable standing desk for two made of reclaimed wood. Please note: our internet is typically very reliable, but it is the desert, so it's good to have a backup plan (like a phone plan with a hotspot) if you have and extremely important zoom meeting.
The kitchen is fully stocked and has everything you need to prepare full meals. There is a propane grill outside for cooking as well.
The Guest Bathroom features microcement walls, an imported unlacquered brass shower head, and exposed copper pipes for vintage industrial meets Moroccan wet room feel.
The Guest Bedroom also featured hand-troweled natural plaster and custom reclaimed wood cabinetry, and is adjacent to the bathroom with the shower. Please note: there is no mini-split in this bedroom. There is a ceiling fan for warmer months, and a space heater and electric blanket for the winter.
Outdoor space:
The Gather 'Round Ranch sits on over an acre. The home is enclosed by a smaller fence to keep the wildlife out, but our property extends quite a bit beyond the fence. There is a chiminea (outdoor fire-pit) with two vintage motel chairs for stargazing. We provide outdoor Mexican blankets to keep you warm at night. There is also a vintage daybed under the covered patio for naps, as well as a table with four chairs for alfresco dining.
The Materials:
We have prioritized organic materials and finishes that age with patina— natural plaster, unlacquered brass & copper, custom millwork, and vintage industrial fixtures sourced from collectors like Dorset Finds and architectural salvage vendors across the country. The home is also filled with vintage curios, antiques, and furniture we've sourced from collectors. For this reason, we require that all guests have a history of positive reviews and are over 25 years of age. Please review our "House Rules" prior to requesting to book.
Featured Amenities Include:
- Two mini-splits for heating and cooling, one in the master bedroom and one in the living room
- Hi Speed WiFI
-Adjustable height desk
- Propane gas BBQ grill
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Outdoor Chiminea (fire pit)
- Record player
- Smart TV (Don't forget to log out of your account!)
- High quality linen bedding in master bedroom
- Covered patio
- Outdoor daybed
- Fenced yard to keep the coyotes out!
-12-foot beamed ceilings
-Record player
-Upright piano
-Acoustic guitar
-Fender Twin amplifier
-Natural plaster walls
-Microcement walk-in shower
-Exposed copper shower
-Moroccan brass showerhead
-Walkable to Más O Menos for coffee, drinks, and entertainment
-Walking distance to Joshua Tree National Park
Social Media:
If you plan on sharing your experience on IG please tag us! @thegatherroundranchjt
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is The Gather ’Round Ranch walkable?
Yes. We are located in a rare walkable pocket of Joshua Tree called Panorama Heights. You can stroll to Más o Menos for coffee, cocktails, and food pop-ups or visit the Harrison House Arts & Ecology Center. The Joshua Tree National Park boundary is also just minutes away by foot to the top of our street. The Burro Trail is about a mile from the top of our street.
What creative equipment is provided for guests?:
The GRR is a dedicated artist sanctuary. The 1958 Great Room is equipped with a tuned upright piano, an acoustic guitar, a Fender Twin Reverb amp, and an audiophile setup featuring a record player with vintage speakers.
Is the property private and secure?:
Absolutely. The ranch sits on over an acre of private land in Panorama Heights. A smaller section around the home is fully fenced, so you can enjoy dinner on the covered patio in peace! It offers a secluded atmosphere for stargazing with a vintage chiminea and outdoor daybed, while keeping local desert wildlife at a respectful distance.
What is the "vibe" of the home?:
The ranch is a masterfully restored 1958 mid-century original. It features natural plaster walls, 12-ft beamed ceilings, and a custom microcement walk-in shower. It is designed for those who appreciate a "vintage boutique" patina over a standard modern rental.
Do you have high-speed internet for remote work?:
Yes. We provide high-speed WiFi, making the Ranch an ideal choice for creative retreats, songwriting sessions, or digital nomads looking for a quiet desert home base. We also feature a large adjustable height desk that can accommodate two people.
Guest access
You will have full access to the property except for the garage building. Some cabinets and closets will be locked.
Other things to note
While our fireplace is in good and working order, we recommend forgoing use. Changing atmospheric conditions, weather, mini-split use, and fire starting technique are all factors that influence backdraft. We do not offer refunds if fireplace is used and smoke blows into the house. We reserve the right to charge an additional cleaning fee for improper use and excessive smoke smell or damage.
In order to keep our base pricing on the lower side, we charge an additional fee for each guest over two to cover additional time for cleaning, utilities, and supplies. Overnight guests not listed on the reservation are prohibited. If more folks want to join, no problem! You can make a "change of reservation" request via Airbnb.
Lastly, we've put a lot of blood, sweat, and tears into lovingly restoring / renovating our home (with our own hands!) and it's full of designer finishes and vintage treasures, so this is not a pet/party/kid-friendly home.
Please review the "House Rules" section prior to booking.
Registration Details
CESTRP-2025-00323
The space
Who we built this for:
The Gather 'Round Ranch is perfect for couples, friend getaways, artists who need a place to create, or anyone looking for a peaceful, design-forward home that feels worlds away. From the hand-troweled plaster walls to the light-filled creative spaces, the GRR is designed to be a sanctuary for the senses and a launchpad for your desert adventures. The guest booking must be 25 years of age and have a history of positive reviews.
Location: Panorama Heights, Joshua Tree:
A quiet, elevated enclave known for its creative community, iconic boulder-strewn landscapes, and walkability into Joshua Tree National Park. The Gather 'Round Ranch is the perfect blend of desert solitude and convenience. Panorama Heights sits between Downtown Joshua Tree and the city of 29 Palms, hugging the boundary of Joshua Tree National Park.
Some highlights:
• Más O Menos (10-Min Walk): Our favorite neighborhood hang. Part coffee shop, part desert cantina, it's perfect for a morning espresso or a sunset mezcal. They often host events and nightly food pop-ups.
•The Harrison House: Just up the road, this straw-bale home is an ecology and event center. They host permaculture workshops, musical performances and other desert-focused events like talks with astronomers.
•Joshua Tree National Park: You are minutes by car from the West Entrance, but you can also access the park on foot from the top of our street! You can make your way about a mile in to connect with the Burro Trail.
•Joshua Tree Village: The shops and eateries of downtown Joshua Tree are 6 minutes by car.
The Space:
The "Great Room" serves as the heart of the home, defined by 12-ft ceiling with exposed beams, a wood-burning fireplace, and an upright piano. There is also an acoustic guitar, Fender Twin amp, and easel-mounted smart TV. We have a record player, vintage speakers and a curated collection of Country Western, RnB, and pop records for you to enjoy. It's a space for deep conversation, creative focus, or max-relaxing!
The Master Suite has sliding glass doors that lead to the outside, and an attached bathroom with an oversized bath tub.
Also attached to the Master Suite is the office which also has hand-troweled natural plaster walls, hi speed wifi, and an adjustable standing desk for two made of reclaimed wood. Please note: our internet is typically very reliable, but it is the desert, so it's good to have a backup plan (like a phone plan with a hotspot) if you have and extremely important zoom meeting.
The kitchen is fully stocked and has everything you need to prepare full meals. There is a propane grill outside for cooking as well.
The Guest Bathroom features microcement walls, an imported unlacquered brass shower head, and exposed copper pipes for vintage industrial meets Moroccan wet room feel.
The Guest Bedroom also featured hand-troweled natural plaster and custom reclaimed wood cabinetry, and is adjacent to the bathroom with the shower. Please note: there is no mini-split in this bedroom. There is a ceiling fan for warmer months, and a space heater and electric blanket for the winter.
Outdoor space:
The Gather 'Round Ranch sits on over an acre. The home is enclosed by a smaller fence to keep the wildlife out, but our property extends quite a bit beyond the fence. There is a chiminea (outdoor fire-pit) with two vintage motel chairs for stargazing. We provide outdoor Mexican blankets to keep you warm at night. There is also a vintage daybed under the covered patio for naps, as well as a table with four chairs for alfresco dining.
The Materials:
We have prioritized organic materials and finishes that age with patina— natural plaster, unlacquered brass & copper, custom millwork, and vintage industrial fixtures sourced from collectors like Dorset Finds and architectural salvage vendors across the country. The home is also filled with vintage curios, antiques, and furniture we've sourced from collectors. For this reason, we require that all guests have a history of positive reviews and are over 25 years of age. Please review our "House Rules" prior to requesting to book.
Featured Amenities Include:
- Two mini-splits for heating and cooling, one in the master bedroom and one in the living room
- Hi Speed WiFI
-Adjustable height desk
- Propane gas BBQ grill
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Outdoor Chiminea (fire pit)
- Record player
- Smart TV (Don't forget to log out of your account!)
- High quality linen bedding in master bedroom
- Covered patio
- Outdoor daybed
- Fenced yard to keep the coyotes out!
-12-foot beamed ceilings
-Record player
-Upright piano
-Acoustic guitar
-Fender Twin amplifier
-Natural plaster walls
-Microcement walk-in shower
-Exposed copper shower
-Moroccan brass showerhead
-Walkable to Más O Menos for coffee, drinks, and entertainment
-Walking distance to Joshua Tree National Park
Social Media:
If you plan on sharing your experience on IG please tag us! @thegatherroundranchjt
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is The Gather ’Round Ranch walkable?
Yes. We are located in a rare walkable pocket of Joshua Tree called Panorama Heights. You can stroll to Más o Menos for coffee, cocktails, and food pop-ups or visit the Harrison House Arts & Ecology Center. The Joshua Tree National Park boundary is also just minutes away by foot to the top of our street. The Burro Trail is about a mile from the top of our street.
What creative equipment is provided for guests?:
The GRR is a dedicated artist sanctuary. The 1958 Great Room is equipped with a tuned upright piano, an acoustic guitar, a Fender Twin Reverb amp, and an audiophile setup featuring a record player with vintage speakers.
Is the property private and secure?:
Absolutely. The ranch sits on over an acre of private land in Panorama Heights. A smaller section around the home is fully fenced, so you can enjoy dinner on the covered patio in peace! It offers a secluded atmosphere for stargazing with a vintage chiminea and outdoor daybed, while keeping local desert wildlife at a respectful distance.
What is the "vibe" of the home?:
The ranch is a masterfully restored 1958 mid-century original. It features natural plaster walls, 12-ft beamed ceilings, and a custom microcement walk-in shower. It is designed for those who appreciate a "vintage boutique" patina over a standard modern rental.
Do you have high-speed internet for remote work?:
Yes. We provide high-speed WiFi, making the Ranch an ideal choice for creative retreats, songwriting sessions, or digital nomads looking for a quiet desert home base. We also feature a large adjustable height desk that can accommodate two people.
Guest access
You will have full access to the property except for the garage building. Some cabinets and closets will be locked.
Other things to note
While our fireplace is in good and working order, we recommend forgoing use. Changing atmospheric conditions, weather, mini-split use, and fire starting technique are all factors that influence backdraft. We do not offer refunds if fireplace is used and smoke blows into the house. We reserve the right to charge an additional cleaning fee for improper use and excessive smoke smell or damage.
In order to keep our base pricing on the lower side, we charge an additional fee for each guest over two to cover additional time for cleaning, utilities, and supplies. Overnight guests not listed on the reservation are prohibited. If more folks want to join, no problem! You can make a "change of reservation" request via Airbnb.
Lastly, we've put a lot of blood, sweat, and tears into lovingly restoring / renovating our home (with our own hands!) and it's full of designer finishes and vintage treasures, so this is not a pet/party/kid-friendly home.
Please review the "House Rules" section prior to booking.
Registration Details
CESTRP-2025-00323
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What this place offers
Desert view
Mountain view
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Fast wifi – 658 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 25 reviews.
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Joshua Tree
Joshua tree forests, rock climbing routes, and artist communities surround this high-desert outpost in a spare, creative stretch of Southern California.
Exact location will be provided after booking.
From the host
Located in Panorama Heights, we are one of the few properties where you can leave the car behind and walk to Mas O Menos, the Harrison House, or directly into Joshua Tree National Park. We're also about a 25 minute drive to Pappy and Harriet's and the Red Dog Saloon in Pioneertown, The Integratron, The Copper Room, Giant Rock Meeting Room and La Copine.
Meet your host
My work: Photos! Video! Music
Lives in San Francisco, California
Hi, I'm Lauren, an artist who is based in San Francisco. We have been renovating a 1957 Joshua Tree home for the last three years and it’s finally ready for guests! We are so excited to finally share it with y'all!
Lauren is a Superhost
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