About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 5725 Sunfair Road in Joshua Tree, CA is listed for $1,350,000 ($1,154 per sqft). Built in 1950, the home offers 1,170 sqft of living space on a 4.10 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1950
  • 4.10 acre lot
  • Private pool

Property Details

1 story
3 full
1950

Amenities

PoolViewSpaA/C
Listing Description

Welcome to The Drive-In, a truly one-of-a-kind desert retreat and fully operational short-term rental compound situated on two separate parcels totaling approximately 8.5 acres. Featured in Architectural Digest, this exceptional property offers a rare combination of privacy, designer finishes, resort-style amenities, and established rental history.

The property features a beautifully remodeled main residence and separate, freestanding guest casita, both thoughtfully designed with modern finishes and offered fully furnished, right down to the linens, for a truly turnkey experience. Designed for unforgettable desert experiences, The Drive-In boasts an incredible collection of outdoor amenities,

including a private drive-in movie theater with a massive 12' x 20' screen, swimming pool with custom deck, hot tub, pickleball court, built-in BBQ, fire pit with built-in seating, outdoor dining area, 80-yard closest-to-the-pin golf hole, six-hammock stargazing circle, yoga deck, outdoor stone soaking tub with hot and cold water, and many more amenities.

For buyers seeking an established short-term rental investment, the seller is also willing to include the existing Airbnb listing, complete with its accumulated guest reviews and future reservations, as well as The Drive-In's established Instagram account with nearly 30,000 followers.

This presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire not only a remarkable property but also the existing digital presence and booking pipeline associated with this well-known desert destination. The main residence features two permitted bedrooms and central air conditioning, while the separate one-bedroom casita offers its own mini-split system.

The property currently benefits from two separate short-term rental permits, allowing for a combined maximum occupancy of 10 guests. Whether you're looking for a private desert escape, a unique hospitality investment, or a fully furnished vacation rental with an established following, The Drive-In is a rare opportunity to own one of Joshua Tree's most distinctive properties.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$7,220/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$976
Interest$5,850
Insurance$394

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

5725 Sunfair Road

Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

FurnishedHigh CeilingsCeiling Fan(s)Living Room Deck AttachedRecessed LightingOpen Floorplan

Property Details

Flooring

Concrete

Views

DesertValleyCityHills

Pool Features

Pool

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

Paved or SurfacedCovered

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Electric Water HeaterMicrowaveRefrigeratorElectric OvenElectric Cooktop

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 5725 Sunfair Road is listed at $1,350,000 ($1,154/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $7,220 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1950, 4.10 acre lot, Private pool. Interior Features: Furnished, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s).

This property is listed by Bryce Cano.

BC

Bryce Cano

License 02085650

Agent at Compass

Listed by Compass · Broker phone: (949) 438-4340 · Broker website

MLS# NP26223106· Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc· 13 days on PropertySimple

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5725 Sunfair Road, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

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