Welcome to mod west ranch

Pioneertown, California

We are a luxurious 5-acre desert oasis nestled amid a breathtaking boulder amphitheatrE, which borders over 4,000 acres of government land, making the solitude experienced here truly one of a kind.



This contemporary marvel redefines the notion of desert living, offering an array of unparalleled amenities that blend modernity with natural splendour.


AMENITIeS

More than you can shake a stick at

  • Mod Container Pool

    Enjoy the serenity of the desert sun while lounging by the stunning modern container pool, or take an evening dip beneath the starlit sky. The 720 sq ft surrounding deck offers ample space to lounge and soak up the desert sun.

    Hot Tub

    Unwind and rejuvenate in the soothing waters of the outdoor 6-person hot tub, surrounded by the rugged beauty of the desert landscape.



    Drive-in Movie Theatre

    Immerse yourself in cinematic splendour with a state-of-the-art drive-in theatre featuring a high-quality projector, vintage speakers, and three classic automobiles for an unforgettable viewing experience.


    Outdoor Bar and Kitchen

    Elevate your culinary skills in the fully equipped outdoor kitchen, complete with a barbecue grill and pizza oven. Sip on cocktails at the bar while taking in the panoramic views.



    9-Hole Mini Golf Course

    Challenge friends and family to a game on the well-designed mini golf course, adding an element of fun to your desert retreat.



    Outdoor Dining Patio

    Dine al fresco on the expansive patio, where you can savour gourmet meals amidst the desert's natural splendour. One is located just off the kitchen, and another has a larger table behind the outdoor A-frame bed.


    Outdoor Bed

    For a truly unique experience, spend a night under the open sky on the outdoor bed, surrounded by the tranquillity of the desert.

Children's Playground

    Keep the little ones entertained with a dedicated playground area thoughtfully designed for their enjoyment.

    … HONESTLY, THERE’S TOO MANY TO LIST!

  • GAME ROOM

    BOARD GAMES. KARAOKE. HAND-HELD ARCADE GAMES. CARDS. COME PLAY!

    MWR LIBRARY

    LOCATED IN A VINTAGE SCHOOL BUS.

    HISTORICAL SOCIETY

    COME SEE OUR COLLECTION OF OLD WEST ANTIQUES.

    MUSIC STUDIO

    WE HAVE EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO MAKE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC.

    CHEF’S KITCHEN

    THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING YOU CAN’T COOK HERE.

    SAUNA

    YEP. WE GOT ONE.

    CRAFTS ROOM

    DONE GETTING LOST? IT'S TIME TO GET CREATIVE. WE GOT JEWELRY MAKING, WHITTLING, ARTS & CRAFTS, LEATHER MAKING, AND MORE!!!

    HABERDASHERY

    FULLY STOCKED WITH GENUINE MOVIE & TV-USED WESTERN CLOTHING AND PROPS.

    … THESE ARE JUST A FEW OF OUR INDOOR SPACES TO DISCOVER.

what our Guests say

This was one of the most unique and beautiful experiences. My family has ever enjoyed. Just the location on its own is magic. Couple that with well appointed thoughtful, artistry, and extensive and generous provisions. Our only regret is not staying longer! To really utilize every aspect of this unique property, you need a minimum of a week!

Samya

We had a wonderful time at Mod West Ranch. There was so much to do and see—such a unique experience. The host was thoughtful and a great communicator. We can’t wait to visit again!

Elizabeth

This place is amazing and photos don’t do it justice. There is so much to do and enjoy and just relax. I love all the little details - so much thought went into this place! The host is also very responsive and helpful. My family of 4 will definitely be coming back!

Lisa

Mod West Ranch

⭑ 5-acre boulder paradise bordering 4,000 acres of hiking

⭑ Drive-in theatre w/ projector & 3 vintage cars

⭑ Heated Mod Container pool w/ 720 sq. ft deck 
⭑ Propane BBQ & pizza oven

⭑ Haberdashery dress-up room

⭑ 2 Outdoor dining patios

⭑ Giant Hot tub

⭑ 2 Indoor fireplaces

⭑ 3 Outdoor firepits
 ⭑ Kids playground

⭑ 9-Hole mini golf

⭑ Outdoor bed

⭑ Axe throwing

⭑ Music studio

⭑ Game Room

⭑ Crafts room

⭑ Telescopes

⭑ EV charger

⭑ Ping-pong

⭑ Yoga deck

⭑ Swing Set

⭑ Archery

⭑ Sauna

FAQ

  • 15 Miles

  • Pappy + Harriet's - 6 miles.

  • You must immediately contact the WATL and go on the professional tour.

  • Well, we pride ourselves on being able to accommodate almost every request. Live elephants are difficult, but most everything else is easier.

  • Yes, as long as you are super careful. We say: treat ’em as if they were your own.

  • Unfortunately no. His family are the residents OF Gamma Gulch.

  • Unfortunately not. And no, begging won’t work.

  • Getting hit hurts like a Mf-er, so practice ducking before you play.

  • CASCADE EQUESTRIAN CENTER

    HORSEBACK RIDING in Joshua Tree

    STARGAZING RIDE, SUNSET RIDE, DAY RIDE. Equine therapy with horses and goats, equine yoga.

    Call 626 393 5533 mustangsanctuary.com

    6353 Cascade Road Joshua Tree. Contact owner CHRIS or Marissa.

    INTEGRATRON

    Sound bath designed by ufologist and alien contact George Van Tassel. He built the building and believed it could rejuvenate, antigravity, and time travel with instructions provided to him by visitors from the planet VENUS. The integration machine was started in 1057. The structure was erected in 1959. It was financed by Howard Hughes. It is promoted today as an acoustically perfect structure, and they give tours and provide “sound baths,” described as “meditation-like sessions accompanied by tones from quartz bowls.

    2477 Belfield, Landers, Ca.

    Call: 760 364 3126 Thur- Sun

    Reservations and tickets required

    integratron@gmail.com (closed July 3- Sept 13)

    NOAH PURIFOY OUTDOOR MUSEUM

    63030 Blair Lane, Joshua Tree, 9 am-7 pm

    It displays the artist’s work in sculpture amidst a desert sprawled across 10 acres of sand, redefining the notion of a museum. Epic sculptures made from scrap and waste material. He reimagined junk as art using found materials to create sculptures inspired by Southern California landscape and culture since the 1980s. Some of his early sculptures were created with charred debris from the Watts Riots. He worked tirelessly to create art programs in schools and prisons. One of our country’s leading African American artists.

    This museum is maintained with the support of Ed Ruscha.

    noahpurifoy.com 213 382 7516

    A one-hour tour with a docent is available.

    (Most picturesque at sunset. Bring water for hot days.)

    TOUR THE JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK

    25$ per vehicle drive and park, hike and picnic

    TOUR THE JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK WITH GPS Virtual Guide

    IN YOUR CAR while you drive through the most popular National Park, second to the Grand Canyon. They explain rock formations and views from different vantage points and point out virtual hikes. Learn local cowboy history, the geology of the park, and naturalist details, all of which are explained by an expert.

    Your tour officially starts as you enter the park through the gate at the WEST ENTRANCE and ends at 9697 Utah Trail, Twenty-Nine Palms, CA.

    IMPORTANT NOTE – Download the Joshua Tree GPS Guide BEFORE entering the park. Call 888 651 9785 or book online.

    JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK OFF ROAD TOUR in a 4×4

    Go to spots you can’t find in a regular vehicle and find places deep in the backcountry, away from the national park visitors. This tour is kid-friendly for people over the age of 5. It is a 2-hour tour if you arrange to meet in Joshua Tree.

    Call: 888 651 9785

    CASTLE ROCK CLIMBING SCHOOL: Joshua Tree National Park

    ROCK CLIMBING AND BOULDERING LESSONS

    Guided tours and lessons private guided trips and rates

    www.castlerockclimbingschool.com

    www.joshuatreeguides.com

    www.sierrarockclimbingschool.com

    www.oregonadventureguides.com

    info@castlerockclimbingschool.com

  • La Copine

    848 Old Woman Spring Road, Yucca Valley, Ca. 92284

    HOURS AND DAYS are limited

    Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 11:00 to 4:00 reservations accepted Wednesday – Sunday

    Call: 760 289 8537

    The Tiny Pony Restaurant Bar Pub 57205 29 Palms Hiway, Yucca Valley 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

    Call: 442 205 0163

    Kitchen In The Desert

    6427 Mesquite Ave., Twenty-Nine Palms, ca. 92277

    Call: 760 865 0245

    Pappy and Harriett’s for live music and meals

    53688 Pioneertown Rd., PIONEERTOWN, Ca.

    Call: 760 228 2222

    For tickets pappyandharriets.com Thur – Sun 11 am – Mon. 11 pm Mon 4:00 – 11 pm

    Closed Tues, Wed.

    Red Dog Saloon

    53539 Main Street

    Pioneertown, Ca, 92268

    Sun-Thurs 10 am-10 pm Friday-Sat 10 am-12:00 pm

    Joshua Tree Saloon

    61835 29 Palms Hwy., Joshua Tree,

    Call: 760 366 2250

    The Copper Room Cocktail Bar restaurant – 57360 Aviation Drive,

    Yucca Valley 12 – 10 pm

    JT Country Kitchen

    Diner food

    61768 29 Palms Hwy Joshua Tree

    Call: 760 366 8988

  • Joshua Tree Health Food Market

    61693 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree, ca 760 366 7489

    10 am-6 pm daily

    The Dez fine food takeaway

    61705 Ca-62 Joshua Tree, Ca

    760 974 9747

  • CASCAD EQUESTRIAN CENTER

    HORSEBACK RIDING in Joshua Tree

    STARGAZING RIDE, SUNSET RIDE, DAY RIDE. Equine therapy with horses and goats, equine yoga.

    Call 626 393 5533 mustangsanctuary.com

    6353 Cascade Road Joshua Tree. Contact owner CHRIS or Marissa. The largest group at one time is 15. Breeder for Nezperce, and blanket Appaloosa horses.

    INTEGRATRON

    Sound bath designed by ufologist and alien contact George Van Tassel. He built the building, believing it could rejuvenate, anti-gravity, and time travel, with instructions provided to him by visitors from the planet VENUS. The integration machine was started in 1057. The structure was erected in 1959. It was financed by Howard Hughes. It is promoted today as an acoustically perfect structure, and they give tours and provide “sound baths,” described as “meditation-like sessions accompanied by tones from quartz bowls.

    2477 Belfield, Landers, Ca.

    Call: 760 364 3126 Thur- Sun reservations and tickets required integratron@gmail.com (closed July 3- Sept 13)

    NOAH PURIFOY OUTDOOR MUSEUM

    63030 Blair Lane, Joshua Tree 9 am-7 pm

    It displays the artist’s work in sculpture amidst a desert sprawled across 10 acres of sand, redefining the notion of a museum. Epic sculptures made from scrap and waste material. He reimagined junk as art using found materials to create sculptures inspired by Southern California landscape and culture since the 1980s. Some of his early sculptures were created with charred debris from the Watts Riots. He worked tirelessly to create art programs in schools and prisons. One of our country’s leading African American artists.

    This museum is maintained with the support of Ed Ruscha.

    noahpurifoy.com 213 382 7516 A one-hour tour with a docent is available.

    (Most picturesque at sunset. Bring water for hot days.)

    TOUR THE JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK

    25$ per vehicle drive and park, hike and picnic

    TOUR THE JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK WITH GPS Virtual Guide

    IN YOUR CAR while you drive through the most popular national park, second to the Grand Canyon. They explain rock formations and views from different vantage points and point out virtual hikes. Learn local cowboy history, park geology and naturalist details explained by an expert.

    Your tour officially starts as you enter the park through the gate at the WEST ENTRANCE and ends at 9697 Utah Trail, Twenty-Nine Palms, CA.

    IMPORTANT NOTE – Download the Joshua Tree GPS Guide BEFORE entering the park. Call 888 651 9785 or book online.

    JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK OFF ROAD TOUR in a 4×4

    Go to spots you can’t find in a regular vehicle, find places deep in the backcountry, away from the national park visitors. This tour is kid-friendly for people over the age of 5. It is a 2-hour tour if you arrange to meet in Joshua Tree.

    Call: 888 651 9785

    CASTLE ROCK CLIMBING SCHOOL: Joshua Tree National Park

    ROCK CLIMBING AND BOULDERING LESSONS: Guided tours and lessons, private guided trips, and rates

    www.castlerockclimbingschool.com

    www.joshuatreeguides.com

    www.sierrarockclimbingschool.com

    www.oregonadventureguides.com

    info@castlerockclimbingschool.com

    Private-guided-trips Call: 408 833 8308.