Stargazer's Abbey is located just under 6 miles from the National Park's west entrance (a 10 min drive) & about 2.5 miles from the Visitor Center, restaurants & shops (a 5 min drive). A cozy, quaint home w/ beautiful night sky's! We hope to host you at Stargazer's Abbey soon! • THE SPACE Stargazer's Abbey has three bedrooms ( 1 queen bed in each room) One and a half bathrooms, both newly remodeled and modern. The property is located a quick 5 minute drive to the downtown shops and restaurants and a short 10 minute drive to the National Park entrance. The layout works perfectly for a small group of friends, families or for couples who need to unplug and reset. The house sits on a 1/2 acre lot with sweeping views of the Joshua Tree valley and the southern mountains. • THE OUTDOORS A propane BBQ grill are provided for your use during your stay to help maximize the indoor/outdoor lifestyle. • OTHER THINGS TO NOTE Professionally managed by Hi-Desert Dwellings • RENTAL AGREEMENT There will be a rental agreement sent out that will need a signature to complete the reservation • DEPOSIT We do not charge a security deposit. We welcome you and your guests to come to the property without an added security deposit or any extra holds of funds. You will not have to worry about any additional charges for accidental damages! • ACCESS Guests will have access to the entire house. The only restricted area is the garage which is Currently being remodeled for future guest use. • AC and HEAT The house has central AC and heat to help keep you comfortable all year long. • FIRE Due to the location and a current fire ban there is a strict no open flames fire policy BUT the propane fire pit located outside if allowed. If it is discovered that you have started an outside fire, in a fire pit, using fireworks or other open fire (propane excluded when used IN the propane firepit and propane grill provided) means your rental agreement will be terminated and there is a $200 fine. • GUESTS You are not permitted to have any guests on the property beyond those included in your rental agreement unless you request and receive permission from us. That includes day guests and over night guests. • IDENTITY VERIFICATION You will receive a text or email from Guest Ranger that will ask you to verify your identity and submit a picture of a government issued ID and a selfie. This information will be used to verify that the booking guest matches the credit card used and to help reduce any issues with identity theft. This process is mandatory to complete the booking. The data is protected in a hash-encrypted vault following data security standards including GDPR. Data-input in the vault is encrypted in a two-way function where information is scrambled using an encryption key and unscrambled later using a decryption key. On top of that, we use hashing to add an extra layer of security using a one-way function where a unique message digest is generated from an input file or a string of text. No keys are used. By renting this property, guest acknowledges that they have read, understand and accept the terms listed above. ADDED SERVICES FOR OUR GUESTS • PRIVATE IN-HOME YOGA Want to have a private yoga experience in your rental? Please inquire upon booking and we will set you up with a local yoga instructor for your peaceful desert getaway. • PRIVATE IN-HOME MASSAGE Want to wake up in Joshua Tree and have a masseuse come directly to your vacation home? We have that contact! Please inquire upon booking and we will help connect you with your private masseuse. • PRIVATE HIKING GUIDE Want to explore the area and all the secret hiking spots the locals use? Don't want to drive into the National Park but want to be able to see the beautiful scenery surrounding the home? We can connect you to a local hiking guide who can plan a trip based on your preferences and the best part.. many times the hikes begin right from your front door! • PRIVATE IN-HOME MEDITATION, REIKI & SOUND BATHS Connect with your soul during your desert stay. Experience a private or small group session of kundalini yoga, meditation, and/or sound bath by private teacher and energy guide. Reiki energy alignment sessions also available. Please be sure to call or email and schedule at least 24 hours in advance. • PRIVATE CHEF Looking to throw a dinner party to remember? We have got you covered! Our private chef is simply the best and she can cater that whatever your specific food needs would be. Please inquire with us and we can introduce you to her. More services added regularly, please let us know you are interested with a confirmed booking and we can help with the introductions!