A storied 1935 desert ranch, reimagined for modern off-grid living amid one of the densest Joshua tree forests in the world.Welcome to Historic Thunderbird Ranch, an expansive 15-acre equestrian retreat spanning two APNs, surrounded by untouched BLM wilderness, where quiet, privacy, and wide-open horizon lines define the experience. This rare… Read More property lives self-sufficiently, powered by an owned solar array with well-fed, automated water storage and filtration, plus owned propane infrastructure, desert independence at its most complete.Crafted with artisan detail, the home blends rustic authenticity with elevated, textural finishes: antique hardwood floors worn beautifully with time, hand-poured concrete countertops, custom wood cabinetry, and patina-rich steel window frames that frame the landscape like shifting paintings. Updated appliances support everyday ease, while thoughtful additions shape a retreat rooted in wellness and wildness, an outdoor shower, infrared sauna, cold plunge, large cowboy pool, and wood-heated hot tub.Designed for equestrian lifestyle, the property includes established fencing and a riding ring, with room to expand, explore, or create. The surrounding land feels unspoiled and cinematic, rolling Joshua tree groves, granite formations, and the timeless silence of high desert open space.More than acreage, this is a legacy ranch, a self-reliant sanctuary built for connection to land, sky, and stillness. Read Less
Property listed by Compass, Reagan Richter 760-350-9253
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
87
Last Updated
Property Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Beds
2
Full Baths
1
Square Ft.
1,408
Lot Size
15 Acres
Year Built
1973
MLS Number
219139681PS
Additional Details
Appliances & Equipment
GasRange, Refrigerator
Building
Built in 1973, Living area: 1408.0, 2 stories, Levels: Two
Cooling
EvaporativeCooling
Exterior Features
Patio/Porch Features: Deck
Fireplaces
LivingRoom, WoodBurning
Floors
Wood
Heating
Radiant, WoodStove
Lot
15 acres, HorseProperty
Parking
1 carport spaces, 10 open parking spaces, 12 total parking spaces, Driveway
Pool
AboveGround, Private
Property
UpdatedRemodeled, Mountains, Panoramic
Security Features
SecurityGate
Sewer
SepticTank
Taxes
Parcel Number: 0447601240000
Utilities
Water Source: Well
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