We were looking for a homestead getaway in the desert, and this place was perfect for that! Even though homesteads can be rough around the edges, this one was immaculate. The house had plenty of space and even more style & character (lots of photo opportunities!). We loved spending time in the cozy kitchen, cooking, eating, or playing scrabble. We would also recommend this place for people looking to go into Joshua Tree Nat'l Park. Since we were so close and easy to access, we went for our first time, and it was magical! - Besides the house & location, the hosts were so very friendly and accommodating. It was a low-pressure, easy-going experience to stay at their place. 10/10!

We had a great time staying at this cute little house in the peaceful 29 Palms desert. The house is just as described with everything you could possibly need down to lots of charcoal for the BBQ. The owner had great communication and really went way out of his way to make sure that our stay was perfect and even brought us extra fresh coffee. The location of the house is perfect, rural feel off a dirt road but just a couple of minutes drive to stores and restaurants. The house has tons of seating areas inside and out so you always have the best view no matter what time of day. After a long day of hiking it was nice to watch the sunset and then the stars at night. We felt so relaxed we didn't want to go home! Looking forward to our next stay here. Thanks Kurt!

Super cute house and beautiful nature all around. Really enjoyed the Hummingbirds flying all around. The sunroom bedroom is pretty great also. Can't wait to come back.

Whether you’re looking for a complete retro feel or just a quiet escape in the desert, this is the place to choose! Kurt was an awesome host and the place was very close to the Oasis Joshua Tree National Park entrance. Only suggestion I would make is to have an easier way to charge a phone or tablet at night close to the bed. Not a big thing though if you are just looking to get away from it all for a bit. :-)

I can't gush about this place enough, from the landscaping to the interior decor, which is exactly how I would decorate a desert homestead. Kurt was super friendly and responsive, and we hope to return and stay at KnCHomestead this winter, maybe over Christmas/New Year's. The desert skies there are glorious. Everything about this place was absolutely perfect.

If you like the 50s you will like this property. We enjoyed spinning records, the 1957 chevy iconic color(larkspur blue)on the fireplace wall and the overall mid-century architecture. Loved the location...great views. Even enjoyed the Baja like road to get there. ha ha

If you like the 50s you will like this property. We enjoyed spinning records, the 1957 chevy iconic color(larkspur blue)on the fireplace wall and the overall mid-century architecture. Loved the location...great views. Even enjoyed the Baja like road to get there. ha ha

From the moment we booked our getaway to hike in Joshua Tree NP, the host Kurt was very helpful with his responses and suggestions. This quiet retreat was more than we expected, with lots of charm, and the house had everything we could need. (We especially enjoyed Kurt's and Clare's homemade beer left for us)! We saw beautiful sunrises and stunning sunsets from the house. A great place to visit Joshua Tree and relax later after a day in the park. Not far from the local eateries and hangouts.

Our third time here and on our list of official getaways. We love the solitude, the vibe, the personal touches. Kurt is always quick to respond and helpful. Recommend and thank you! V + S

This place really captures the spirit of the area. It's a great spot to visit the park or get away from it all. Kurt was very responsive and easy to deal with.

An ideal place to come home to at night and wake up in each morning. Especially loved the green tile tub, the Shari Elf art and the coffeemaker that felt just like home. Outside were hummingbirds and owls. We had a great time and hope to come back someday!

Beutifully decorated house on the edge of 29 Palms.

This really is a special place. Lots of open land and the interior is cozy and well decorated. Hope to come back.

our second visit - really enjoy the peace, quiet and aesthetic. fits us perfectly..

With all the turmoil going on in the world - Kurt and Claire's place was the perfect escape. Very well appointed, all we needed.. quiet, clean, beautiful, and eclectically decorated.. aesthetic.. we plan on returning.. highly recommend. v and s

The desert getaway was just right. Well stocked with all we needed but the groceries. Comfortable and close to the National Park we came to hike. The information provided was thorough and accurate. We will be back for another visit. Well done.

We had a great time during our 15 day stay in February-March 2018. The house is everything depicted on the web-site -- mid-20th century house and furnishings, all in great shape. Best of all, it's a great place to stay while exploring Joshua Tree National Park. Turns out that the North Entrance to the park (in Twentynine Palms) gets much less traffic than the West Entrance (closer to Palm Springs and LA). There are never more than 2-3 cars in line at the North Entrance, but there were 40-50 cars at the West Entrance one Saturday when we drove out that way. So you're far better off staying to the east in Twentynine Palms, and using the North Entrance. The situation was great -- the house is set back from others in the desert, so has privacy, yet Highway 62, the main drag in Twentynine Palms, Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley, is easily accessible. The nearest store is the grocery store, so very convenient, and the local restaurants were much better than we expected. The only minor issue is that at this time of year (February), it takes a day or two for the concrete floors to warm up if the house has been unoccupied for a few days. But the heaters warm the air immediately, so just bring some slipper or thick socks, and you're fine.

A wonderful desert getaway, quiet with spectacular views all round. The house is stylish and there is nothing Kurt and Clare have not thought about for the comfort of guests. The house is well stocked and very very clean. Perfectly situated to Joshua Tree for hiking and day trips. Kurt was very quick in responding to texts and e mails. We will be back! Thanks for a fabulous weekend! the sunsets and sunrises were amazing!

My nine year old son and I just spent five nights at this adorable desert gem. It's located on its very own 2 acre property so you have your peace and quiet, but it is very close to a good grocery store, gas stations, and importantly tons of things to do outside! First - everything works! You've got a stove, fridge, coffee maker, washer, TV (they have Netflix and Amazon, and we were able to access our Hulu for winding-down in the evenings), and the heater/AC in the bedroom and the heater in the living area kept us warm and toasty even thought it was freezing outside. The heater in the bathroom would make it nice and toasty. (Also - the hot water is wonderfully hot and the shower head is adjustable so you can have a hot and strong stream of water - - great for after long hikes.) The fireplace in the living room is fantastic and wood just catches itself and burns beautifully for hours. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need - no less than two French presses if you prefer to let your brew steep instead of machine made! The bed in the bedroom has a firm mattress - again, great for tired muscles and bones after active days. The bedding and pillows are super cozy. We had an outdoor fire in the fire pit and roasted marshmallows - big hit for my son! If you need to wash clothes - no worries! There are clothes pins and clothes line outside and our stuff was dry within a few hours. (No need for a dryer here!) We made good use of some of the hiking guides in the home and also battled it out on the backgammon board and connect four game. There are windows galore to let in the sun's rays, and all windows have curtains or blinds for privacy. So - whatever you want, you can have it. There are six chairs around the house for relaxing and a picnic table that gets late afternoon sun. Great for an adult beverage or two at the end of the day. Although we didn't use it - there is a charcoal grill outside with supplies for your convenience. We easily navigated to Joshua Tree's north and west entrances. Also - there are alternative accesses to the park a few miles away down Canyon or Indian Cove roads. On the property we saw owls, hummingbirds, bunnies, a jackrabbit, and were serenaded by coyotes on evening. (How cool!?) As a single, middle-aged woman with her nine year old, I felt completely secure at the property and never once was concerned at all about our security. In a word - fabulous! Thank you so much!

Great spot for weekend getaway - had everything we could have wanted, and more

The house and property are lovely and it is the perfect desert escape!

The home is bright, spacious and comfortably furnished. Everything clean, neat and well stocked. Any questions texted to Kurt were immediately answered. The grounds were immaculately groomed with well established desert gardens, and we so enjoyed the front porch and back patio for bird watching. Very private setting, and delightful sunsets. It was an exceptionally pleasant vacation stay!

The Midcentury Desert Escape was a great place for my friend and I to base out of for a couple of days while exploring Joshua Tree National Park. We loved the decor and the setting... even made friends with a couple of resident road runners amongst the cacti and agave! All the logistics were easy and Kurt gave some tips around the house and a couple of great recommendations for eating and sightseeing in Twentynine Palms. Thanks Kurt!

We've rented in MANY places- this was our favorite set up yet- thank you Kurt and Clare. Beautiful soulful warm happy home! No clutter to trip over or extra throw pillows to set to the side. An artistic easy gem in the desert 🌵Hiked Joshua tree during the day and came back to watch the sunset 🌅 and then sleep in very comfortable bed. Hate to leave.