Description Stone & Starlight: Yucca Valley

The pool terrace is the heart of this Yucca Valley house – a resort-style deck where you can move between a custom pool, hot tub, and open fireplace as the desert hills fade into evening. Inside, custom Mid Century architecture pairs rough stone and wood with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that dissolve the boundary between the living space and the mountain views of Pioneertown and Joshua Tree National Park beyond. The main suite's geometric freestanding bathtub, set among natural stones, makes a compelling case for staying in – though the garage game room and a concierge team on hand for private chefs and yoga give you plenty of reasons to venture out.

Home truths:
* You'll need a car to get around – the nearest shops are a short drive away in Yucca Valley, and most of the area's highlights, from Pioneertown to the national park, require driving. There is no on-street parking here, so you'll need to use the garage or driveway.
* The home is single-storey with no internal stairs, it may suit those with reduced mobility.
* The swimming pool isn't fenced.