Off-grid itHouse
Entire home in Pioneertown, California
- 4 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
Hosted by Linda
- 16 years hosting
Listing highlights
Award-winning desert architecture
An award-winning off-grid home with floor-to-ceiling glass framing the desert landscape
A place guests come back to
Guests describe the house as magical and stunning, with several returning for repeat stays
The Off-grid itHouse brings together raw industrial aesthetics with the tactics of green design to forge a new home in the sunbaked wilds of the California high desert.
The space
The Off-grid itHouse is an architecturally significant house, recently noted by Dwell as one of the 'Best Homes in America' and in the Los Angeles Times as one of the best houses of all time in Southern California. The Off-grid itHouse is one of 10 IT Houses built in California, which have received much acclaim such as the Western Home award sponsored by Sunset magazine. Also noted as one of the top 10 airbnb rentals worldwide. This is the prototype for the pre-engineered system known as the IT House.
The house is 100% off-grid, powered by solar panels for energy and hot water, and is located in a pristine remote valley in the beautiful California high desert. The house observes key green principals of smaller footprint, minimal disturbance to the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, use of renewable resources, and living simply and minimally.
The setting of the house is remote and serene, a quiet refuge from everything, free from distractions. Amazing views and vistas in all directions.
Perfect for design or green aficionados, writers or those needing a secluded quiet getaway.
Guest access
Intentionally there is no television and only satellite wifi for emergency communication so that one can truly experience being in a place of extreme natural beauty, and take note of the play of light and shadow, and other natural phenomena.
The house is 100% off grid with no municipal services. All the water is brought to the site and powered by the sun. Please expect that due to the off grid nature of the home you should be prepared that power may not always be available. Please plan meals to not use excessive energy.
The house has two new Casper mattresses and pillows for ultimate comfort and relaxation during your stay (queen and king).
It is recommended that guests arrive before sundown in order to find the house. The house is in a remote location.
Other things to note
Holiday weekend 3 day minimum applies to Presidents Day weekend, Valentines Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Independence Day weekend, Labor Day Weekend, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.
WE DO NOT ALLOW EVENTS OR SHOOTS OF ANY KIND TO BE BOOKED THROUGH AIRBNB. WE ARE NO LONGER ALLOWING WEDDINGS. FOR INQUIRIES BEYOND VACATION RENTAL PLEASE CONTACT LOCATIONS UNLIMITED.
Registration Details
CESTRP-2021-02364
The space
The Off-grid itHouse is an architecturally significant house, recently noted by Dwell as one of the 'Best Homes in America' and in the Los Angeles Times as one of the best houses of all time in Southern California. The Off-grid itHouse is one of 10 IT Houses built in California, which have received much acclaim such as the Western Home award sponsored by Sunset magazine. Also noted as one of the top 10 airbnb rentals worldwide. This is the prototype for the pre-engineered system known as the IT House.
The house is 100% off-grid, powered by solar panels for energy and hot water, and is located in a pristine remote valley in the beautiful California high desert. The house observes key green principals of smaller footprint, minimal disturbance to the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, use of renewable resources, and living simply and minimally.
The setting of the house is remote and serene, a quiet refuge from everything, free from distractions. Amazing views and vistas in all directions.
Perfect for design or green aficionados, writers or those needing a secluded quiet getaway.
Guest access
Intentionally there is no television and only satellite wifi for emergency communication so that one can truly experience being in a place of extreme natural beauty, and take note of the play of light and shadow, and other natural phenomena.
The house is 100% off grid with no municipal services. All the water is brought to the site and powered by the sun. Please expect that due to the off grid nature of the home you should be prepared that power may not always be available. Please plan meals to not use excessive energy.
The house has two new Casper mattresses and pillows for ultimate comfort and relaxation during your stay (queen and king).
It is recommended that guests arrive before sundown in order to find the house. The house is in a remote location.
Other things to note
Holiday weekend 3 day minimum applies to Presidents Day weekend, Valentines Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Independence Day weekend, Labor Day Weekend, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.
WE DO NOT ALLOW EVENTS OR SHOOTS OF ANY KIND TO BE BOOKED THROUGH AIRBNB. WE ARE NO LONGER ALLOWING WEDDINGS. FOR INQUIRIES BEYOND VACATION RENTAL PLEASE CONTACT LOCATIONS UNLIMITED.
Registration Details
CESTRP-2021-02364
Where you’ll sleep
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
What this place offers
Desert view
Valley view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
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Rated 4.93 out of 5 from 355 reviews.
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This home is a guest favorite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value
Guests mention
Where you’ll be
Landers
A quiet high-desert community in San Bernardino County, this area draws stargazing, rockhounding, and walks among Joshua tree groves.
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From the host
Located in Pioneertown, CA, nearby several unique attractions, Joshua Tree National Park, Pappy and Harriets Pioneertown Palace, local museums and art venues such as the Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum, the Integratron, and other seasonal events.
Meet your host
My work: IT HOUSE, Taalman Architecture
Speaks English and French
Architect based in Los Angeles, designed the off-grid itHouse.
Host details
Response rate: 100%
Responds within a few hours
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