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Sapphire Haven: Pickleball, Stars & Desert Views

Holiday home in Decatur with kitchen and balcony

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The desert glows here — warmth, light, and stories shared beneath the stars.
Your desert hideaway, starlit movie nights and endless Mojave sunsets.
Movie nights under actual stars. Step Brothers optional, stargazing mandatory.
Challenge friends to a game on the private pickleball court.
Late-night stories hit different when the desert sky is glowing above.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Hickory Point Mall
  • Place, Decatur Memorial Hospital
  • Place, Millikin University
  • Airport, Decatur, IL (DEC)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sapphire Haven: Pickleball, Stars & Desert Views

- Discover tranquility at this expansive sanctuary with stunning desert views.
- The property includes both a main house and a casita, offering space and privacy.
- Enjoy a pickleball court, outdoor cinema, and Mystic Lounge for unique experiences.
- Relax under the stars in a hot tub or fire pit in a private, secluded setting.
- Just moments away from Joshua Tree National Park and local shops and eateries.

For videos follow us @JTSapphireHaven on Insta.

Our peaceful property is surrounded by native plants and wildlife, but is so close to town. You will feel so peaceful listening to the mourning doves each morning and watching the hummingbirds feed at dawn and dusk.
The stars are breathtaking. So enjoy our Space Deck in the backyard, especially during meteor showers and when the Milky Way is clear.
If you dare we have black lights you can take into the desert to see the scorpions light up at night. Just don`t take them home with ya

AC & Heater work great to make you feel as comfortable as needed while in the desert!

You`ve rented out our main house and the casita, so enjoy the house the entire property!

We love socializing with our guests but also respect their privacy if they want to keep to themselves. We are also always available via phone calls or texts to ensure we make your stay as amazing as possible! :)

Well of course the Joshua Tree National Park is a must visit! We are a 10 min drive away.

The Local JT town shops are a must visit and are only 5 mins drive. Twentynine Palms has great shops and restaurants as well.

If you love to thrift you`ll enjoy The Station, Ricochet, This N That, The End, and many more in Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree and Twentynine Palms.

Explore the Joshua Tree Farmers Market (Saturdays) and the Yucca Valley Swap Meet on Saturdays & Sunday`s.

Enjoy an evening out at Pappy & Harriet`s or Red Dog, which is only 15 mins away. Or you can stay just down the street for karaoke at The Joshua Tree Saloon.

Grab coffee at Joshua Tree Coffee Company and brunch at Natural Sisters, Crossroads or JT Country Kitchen.

There is plenty of parking on and near the property. Ride Share apps do not have as much availability but there are taxi services around that you can find online. However, be prepared to drive yourself to your destinations! :)

You`ll feel safe knowing we have a gate that surrounds our entire property. We have a lock on our gate and a padlock on all main entry doors.
So don`t worry about any coyotes, just keep the gate closed.

There is a dirt road that leads to Sapphire Haven, but all cars can drive on it.

Wifi - Our home has unlimited wifi for pleasure and working remote.

Welcome to the desert! :)

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 5 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2023-00962

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Decatur

Decatur is home to this holiday home. Hickory Point Golf Course and Overlook Adventure Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Weldon Springs State Park. Children's Museum of Illinois and Scovill Zoo are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like rock climbing, mountain climbing and ecotours.
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Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

  • Hickory Point Mall - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Decatur Memorial Hospital - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • HSHS St. Mary's Hospital - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Millikin University - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Kirkland Fine Arts Center - 10 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Decatur, IL (DEC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Garden Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sapphire Haven: Pickleball, Stars & Desert Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Sapphire Haven: Pickleball, Stars & Desert Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sapphire Haven: Pickleball, Stars & Desert Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sapphire Haven: Pickleball, Stars & Desert Views located?

Situated in Decatur, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Kenwood Medical Center and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Decatur Memorial Hospital. Hickory Point Mall and Hickory Point Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aditya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space for a variety of activities

We rented this vrbo during a heat wave, so we spent a lot longer inside than out. The AC systems worked well and we had a great time using the kitchen and media area. Id love to come back sometime to use the baskwtball, pickleball, and bocce ball courts as well as the outdoor bar. Zack and Bex were great hosts and responded very quickly. A few small thinga to improve: Some of the fans did not work, i expect the remotes just need a new battery. The AC could not go lower than 75. This is fine for the deaert, but qould have loved it to reach 70. Finally, guests should remember to check the jacuzzi upon check in and fill it up so that it gets hot by the night. Otherwise we loved our time. We had a small elopement ceremony at the archway that the hosts set up near the casita, and it worked perfectly. Looking forward to renting again later this winter
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We scheduled a Girls Weekend here and it did not disappoint! Plenty of room and beds so it did not feel cramped, along with some of the coolest Insta features! We loved the hot tub and soaking pool after a day hiking in JT. Great stay, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous in every way

We traveled with 3 of our kids for Thanksgiving week to get away. It was such a relief to bring our fur baby as well (holiday boarding costs!). This home had everything you could want! Beautiful decor, fully contained yard, hot tub, lovely outdoor dining & seating spaces… We prepped our Thanksgiving meal together, enjoyed the comfortable sectional for football & movies, cooked a Tri tip in the large fire pit, gazed at the stars, ran the dog, and just relaxed. We made it to the park twice and even brought our oldest son’s dirt bike. This home was just ideal for us. We would love to visit again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A relaxing and calm place

Loved the place. So quiet and calm, with an amazing view. Perfect to watch the sunrise and the sunset. The house was sparkling clean. Everything worked fine. Clear and fast communication with host. I do recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Zack & Bex

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We are newly married with a love for life, adventure and everything else that comes with it! We spend half of our time in Huntington Beach and half of our time in JT, where Becca is originally from. We enjoy everything from traveling the world, house music, music festivals, CrossFit, meditation, yoga, hiking, surfing, creating experiences in the desert and so much more! We love to love people and spread smiles all over the world. Shoot us a message, we’d be stoked to meet you!

Why they chose this property

When we had the idea to purchase a home out in JT to be closer to Bex family, we never could have imagined finding Sapphire Haven. After a casual dinner with Becca's family one night they mentioned their friends were moving to Tennessee and wanted to sell their house. We at first thought it was a joke to go and check out their friend's home, but after showing up, we found out how magical this place could be. After 10 months of countless hours sharpening our handy man skills, sweating and getting used to the hot desert, Sapphire Haven was born! What at first was an idea for an Airbnb has turned into an event venue, a yoga retreat setting and wedding venue that we tied the know at in May of 2022!

What makes this property unique

Sapphire Haven is a magical place where everyone leaves better off when they arrived, simply put. It is a place where new beginnings start. From us getting married there in 2022 with 200 of our friends in family, to having a concert and campout with 60+ people where many people played for the first time, to multiple yoga retreats where people have never hosted an event before in their life. Sapphire Haven is the place to grow!

Languages:

English, Spanish