Welcome to Flag Ranch, a charming mid-century homestead cabin set on 21⁄2 acres in the vibrant community of Flamingo Heights. Thoughtfully designed to provide everything you should need for your High Desert retreat! Inside: a fully equipped eat-in kitchen, comfortable living space, and sweeping views through every window. Outside: enjoy the tranquility from under the covered porch, around the firepit, or in the hot tub set under 2 majestic Joshua trees.
Quiet hours: 22:00 to 08:00. Pets: Allowed (maximum 2). Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Not allowed. Suitable for: children and infants. Additional rules: We’re excited to host you. These rules help keep everyone safe, protect the property, and ensure a great experience for all guests and neighbors.
Basics
* Check-in: After 3:00 PM
* Check-out: By 11:00 AM (unless approved in writing)
* This is a short-term vacation rental only, not a lease. Your booking does not create tenant rights or any interest in the property.
Occupancy & Guests
* Only registered guests on the reservation are allowed on the property.
* This includes both overnight and day visitors.
* Additional guests require written approval in advance.
* Maximum of 3 cars unless approved. Park only in designated areas.
* Unauthorized guests or vehicles may result in a $500 fee and/or termination of your stay.
No Parties, Events, or Commercial Use
* No parties, events, or gatherings without prior written approval.
* No professional photography, filming, or commercial use without permission.
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* Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM.
* Sound travels easily, especially in desert environments. Please be respectful.
* Guests are responsible for any noise violations, including fines and an additional $200 penalty.
Smoking, Firearms & Fire Safety
* No smoking indoors. If smoking outside, dispose of all materials properly.
* No smoking within 15 feet of doors or windows.
* No firearms use anywhere on the property.
* No fireworks at any time.
* Due to fire risk, violations may result in immediate removal.
Pets (Dogs Only)
* Dogs allowed only with prior approval.
* $60 per dog (max 2 dogs).
* Dogs must be leashed at all times outdoors due to wildlife.
* Guests are responsible for any damage or additional cleaning.
Property Care
* Please treat the home and furnishings with care.
* Before checkout:
* Wash dishes
* Return items to their general place
* Lock all doors and windows
* Excessive cleaning, damage, or missing items may result in additional charges.
Internet Use
* Illegal or abusive use of internet service is prohibited.
Owner Access & Availability
* Owner or authorized personnel may access the property for necessary repairs or inspection, with reasonable notice when possible.
* If the property becomes unavailable due to circumstances beyond control, the reservation may be canceled and fully refunded.
Charges & Damages
Additional charges may apply for:
* Property damage or missing items
* Excessive cleaning
* Unauthorized guests or pets
* Late checkout without approval
* Smoke odors
* Noise violations
* Shipping left-behind items
Hot Tub and Pool Safety & Liability
Use of the Hot Hub and/ or Pool (whichever is available) is at your own risk.
* No diving
* No use while intoxicated
* No unsupervised children
* No glass in or around the hot tub
* Shower before use
* Children under 14 must be supervised
No lifeguard is on duty. Guests assume full responsibility and agree to hold the Hi-Desert Dwellings (property manager), and their respective owners, employees, contractors, and agents harmless from any injury, loss, or claims related to its use.
General Liability
By booking and staying at the property, you agree to:
* Accept responsibility for your actions and those of your guests.
* Use the property and its amenities safely and as intended.
* Hold harmless Hi-Desert Dwellings (the property manager), and their respective owners, employees, contractors, and agents from claims, injuries, losses, or damages arising out of your stay or use of the property and its amenities, except to the extent caused by their gross negligence, willful misconduct, or as otherwise prohibited by applicable law.
Third-Party Services
Any add-on or third-party services are not affiliated with the owner. Guests agree to hold the Hi-Desert Dwellings (property manager), and their respective owners, employees, contractors, and agents harmless from any related claims.
Agreement
By completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to these rules.
Flag Ranch combines privacy and seclusion with comfort and convenience, allowing guests to enjoy the natural serenity of the Mojave Desert while being just a short drive from all that Joshua Tree, Yucca Valley and Landers have to offer.
2 min ➞ La Copine (popular restaurant featured in the NYTimes, Vogue + EaterLA)
5 min ➞ The Integratron
17 min ➞ Pioneertown (Pappy & Harriets, Red Dog Saloon etc)
18 min ➞ Downtown Joshua Tree
25 min ➞ Joshua Tree National Park (West Entrance)
KEY FEATURES:
❖ Bedroom 1: King bed
❖ Bedroom 2: Queen bed
❖ Premium Wi-Fi
❖ Roku TV
❖ Hot tub
❖ Propane BBQ + firepit
❖ AC/Heat
❖ Dishwasher
❖ Laundry available for longer stays or upon request
❖ Covered carport for 1 car
❖ Easy self check-in/check-out
✎ A NOTE FROM THE NEW OWNERS (Summer 2026):
We’re thrilled you are considering Flag Ranch for your desert getaway. There are so many options out here, but you can trust us when we say: you found a gem! Quick story...before owning it, we actually spent a weekend at Flag Ranch. It was a few months into dating, and it was a very special trip (if you scroll way back thru the reviews, you’ll find ours from Valentine’s Day 2020). We visited Gubler Orchid Farms and Giant Rock, ate at Joshua Tree Saloon and Pappy & Harriets, and made it into the park for a sunset hike. Flag Ranch was just a short drive to everything we wanted to do, and was the perfect spot to return to afterward. We cooked a romantic dinner, enjoyed jaw-dropping sunsets, bundled up around the firepit, and stargazed from the hot tub. 4 years later we got married; 1 year after that this property went up for sale. We jumped at the opportunity to steward the next era of Flag Ranch so that couples, friends, families, and travelers of all kinds could continue to discover its magic. We’ve loved making it our own and renewing our deep connection to the desert – back where our love story began :)
~ Kayla + Ethan
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The property is yours to roam and relax, please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
We like to respect our guest’s privacy, so you won’t see too much of us - unless you need us to come by.
We will be available to answer any questions you may have and to help make your stay more enjoyable.
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management company in the area, we have always maintained exceptional cleaning standards
and have been able to keep our rates low while still paying a living wage.
⟡ PETS: We love animals, but this property is only suitable for up to 2 dogs. Pet fee: $50 each.
Local ordinance states that dogs must be leashed or kept in an enclosed area on the property at
all times to keep them safe from desert predators (coyotes, hawks, vultures, and owls to name a
few).
⟡ ACCESS: The roads to the property are all paved except for the last 200 feet, which are on a
maintained dirt road. Please make sure to follow our directions to avoid any issues.
⟡ A/C + HEAT: Mini splits in each room will keep you comfortable year round.
⟡ BEDROOM FIREPLACE: The wood stove is not operable and does not work. It cannot be
used.
⟡ FIRE: Due to the current local fire ban, there is a strict no outside wood-burning fire policy. If it
is discovered that you have started an outdoor wooden fire in a firepit, used fireworks, or
created an open fire of any kind your rental agreement will be terminated and you will be asked
to leave. FIre extinguisher is located under the kitchen sink.
⟡ WASHER/DRYER: The laundry room is available to guests that are staying with us for an
extended period of 3 or more days, or those traveling with an infant or young children.
⟡ HOT TUB (LEGAL): Guest agrees to release, indemnify, hold harmless and forever discharge
Host and Host's employees, agents, successors and assigns from any and all claims, liabilities
or causes of action of any kind that guest, members of guest's household or guest's guests or
invitees may have at any time against Host or Host's agents resulting from guest's use of the
pool and spa.
⟡ GUESTS: You are not permitted to have any day or overnight guests on the property beyond
those included in your rental agreement unless you request and receive permission from us.
By renting this property, guest acknowledges that they have read, understand and accept the
terms listed above for use of the pool, spa and guest policy.