$360,000

Est. payment - /mo

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,192 SqFt

UPDATED:

Key Details

Sold Price $360,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,192 sqft

Price per Sqft $302

MLS Listing ID HD26074198

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 2

Year Built 1969

Lot Size 4.700 Acres

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Welcome to “Happy Trails” Cabins and Airbnb - Set on 4.7 private acres in the high desert, this distinctive property offers a rare combination of lifestyle appeal and income-generating potential. The main residence accommodates up to 4 guests in the two bedrooms. This flexible layout is ideal for short-term rental optimization, enabling higher occupancy and appealing to both small groups and larger parties. The interior design creates a strong thematic experience that translates directly into guest interest and repeat bookings. The home showcases a curated collection of vintage Western film memorabilia, highlighting the area's rich cinematic history with references to productions such as Stagecoach (1939), Lost Horizon (1937), The Lone Ranger (1954), The Hard Ride (1971), as well as more recent films like Valkyrie (2008) and Fast & Furious (2009). Distinct design elements—including a Native American-inspired feature wall and tributes to iconic figures like Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, and John Wayne—create a memorable, highly marketable guest experience. Outdoor amenities further strengthen its short-term rental performance. A full-length porch and several strategically placed viewing benches maximize the property's 360-degree desert vistas, delivering the kind of setting that drives strong listing photography and guest engagement. The 4.7-acre parcel, private road access, and unobstructed sunrises, sunsets, and valley lights position the property as a premium “escape” destination—one of the most in-demand categories in the Airbnb market. Additional structures—including a dedicated large studio and storage shed—provide operational flexibility and opportunities for future value-add strategies such as expanded accommodations, creative studio space, or premium guest experiences. From an investment standpoint, the property aligns with key short-term rental drivers: privacy, unique design, experiential appeal, and scalability. Its strong visual identity and storytelling elements support premium nightly rates, while the multi-structure layout allows for diversified use and increased revenue potential. Whether positioned as a high-performing Airbnb, a hybrid personal retreat and income property, this represents a compelling opportunity to combine lifestyle and return on investment.

Location

State CA

County San Bernardino

Area Luv - Lucerne Valley

Rooms

Other Rooms Outbuilding, Shed(s)

Interior

Heating Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace

Cooling Wall/Window Unit(s)

Flooring Carpet

Fireplaces Type Living Room

Laundry Laundry Room, Outside

Exterior

Parking Features Carport, Paved

Pool None

Community Features Rural

View Y/N Yes

View Desert, Mountain(s), Neighborhood

Roof Type Composition

Building

Lot Description 2-5 Units/Acre

Story 1

Sewer Septic Tank

Water See Remarks

New Construction No

Schools

School District Lucerne

Others

Acceptable Financing Cash, Owner Will Carry, Owner May Carry

Listing Terms Cash, Owner Will Carry, Owner May Carry

Special Listing Condition Standard

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Listed by Kenneth Parker Ken Parker, Broker Ken@GoodDealRealty.net, DRE #01714212
Bought with Robert Thomas Time Residential Realty

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29229 Santa Rosa RD Lucerne Valley, CA 92356