Modern architectural desert compound sleeps 16 on five private acres in Morongo Valley between Joshua Tree and Palm Springs. Two homes booked together with six bedrooms, five full baths, two half baths, and two kitchens. Outdoors a saltwater pool and hot tub combo, a cowboy pool, two outdoor showers, an oversized soaking tub, and sweeping mountain views.

Masseria Morongo follows Passive House standards with low impact, design led ethos favoring craft, calm comfort and connection to the desert.
Welcome to Masseria Morongo, a private desert retreat on five acres between Joshua Tree and Palm Springs featuring two distinct homes, Solara and Sylvestre. Two full kitchens make shared cooking easy, and a 16 foot indoor dining table seats everyone at once. Booked together, the properties create a spacious six-bedroom, six-bathroom compound with multiple outdoor gathering areas, two private pools, and sweeping mountain views. Perfect for family reunions, retreats, or intentional getaways, the combined homes balance modern design with sustainable building practices for a grounding, luxurious desert stay. Large sliders open to shaded patios and multiple outdoor lounges arranged for morning sun and evening shade. The compound layout balances connection and privacy, with long mountain views setting the backdrop for meals and slow evenings under the stars.

Highlights

- Two newly built eco-conscious desert homes - with short path between the homes

- 6 bedrooms / 5 full bathrooms (plus 2 half baths)

- Certified Passive House construction at Sylvestre; sustainable design at Solara

- Multiple open-plan living spaces with sliding/pocket doors

- 2 full modern kitchens with Bosch appliances

- Private saltwater spool (spa/pool hybrid) at Solara

- Cowboy tub at Sylvestre

- Outdoor showers, a soaking tub, and multiple outdoor dining areas

- Built-in BBQs and generous indoor/outdoor entertaining spaces

- Set on 5 private acres with wide-open desert and mountain views

- 12 minutes to Desert Hot Springs, 18 minutes to Pioneertown, 24 minutes to Palm Springs or Joshua Tree

The Space

Together, Solara and Sylvestre create a versatile space where groups can connect and retreat with ease. Each home offers its own fully equipped kitchen, living room, and outdoor amenities, allowing you to come together or spread out as you wish. With six bedrooms - each designed as a private sanctuary - and five bathrooms, there’s space for everyone to rest deeply and recharge.

Outside, two pools, open-air showers, a soaking tub, and expansive dining areas set the stage for starry nights, golden hour meals, and slow desert mornings. With eco-conscious design guiding both homes, your stay will feel as sustainable as it is memorable.

Please note:

Max occupancy: 16 guests (8 per home, 6 bedrooms plus 2 air mattresses)

No TVs at either property

Experiences

Rooted in the community, we know the desert well and enjoy sharing it with our guests. If you’d like help arranging special experiences or planning your days here, we’re always just a message away.

- Here are some unforgettable ways to experience the area:

- Immerse yourself in a sound bath at the Integratron or with a local practitioner.

- Book an in-home massage with a trusted desert therapist.

- Set out on a private guided hike.

- Enjoy a custom meal prepared in-home by a private chef.

- Move and reset with a personal Yoga or Pilates session.

- Discover the night sky on a private stargazing tour under some of California’s darkest skies.

- Explore canyons and creeks on a private horseback ride.

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Guests have private access to both homes. There is a short path between to go from house to house.
We're available 24/7 for our guests.
Pet Friendly: We're pet friendly! Two well-behaved pups allowed. There is a $125 pet fee, paid at time of booking. No pups on the furniture and no pups left alone in the house or in the yard and please dispose of any pet waste.

Check in/Check out: Check in time is 4 pm and check out time is 11 am.

Roads: The roads are all paved until the last short section to the house, which is dirt/sand with some rocks. It's accessible to all types of cars, although cars that are very low to the ground can have an issue.

Wildlife: The desert is a wild place and probably different from what you're used to. If you are very sensitive to insects (including bees), mice and other desert creatures - it may not be for you. If you leave a door open, animals, flies, bugs and more might run in. We love the nature that surrounds us and so do most of our guests, but just a friendly reminder that we are indeed in the desert.

Please review our cancellation policy closely. If you’re worried about the possibility that you may need to cancel after the refund period is closed we highly recommend adding travel insurance to your booking.