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Five Acres, $66K Gross: A Colorful Desert Escape
Plus: current LA rental income, desert pool days, and mountain retreats from $295K.
Summit & Shore Daily · Sunday, November 1 Five Acres, $66K Gross: A Colorful Desert EscapeThis Sunday, November 1, we're touring six California homes, from a colorful five-acre desert retreat to a wooded cabin near Bass Lake. In today's Summit & Shore Stays, presented by Josh Stika, reported rental income meets distinctive guest appeal—with room to compare the numbers and the setting.
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No. 1 · Los Angeles, CA Room to Gather in LA152 N Benton Way, Los Angeles, CA 90026 Listed at $1,345,000, this six-bedroom, four-bath home on North Benton Way pairs a corner-lot setting with an inside-and-out renovation completed in September 2026. Its 2,278-square-foot layout suits larger households and group stays, with the option to take delivery vacant or with current tenants in place.
The investor angleCurrent short-term rent of $9,000 per month annualizes to $108,000, roughly 8.0% of the $1,345,000 asking price before expenses—not a net yield or guarantee of future income.
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No. 2 · Twentynine Palms, CA Dark Skies, Wide Desert Views74074 Starlight Dr, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277 2.5 acres Perched on 2.5 acres above Twentynine Palms, this $415,000 two-bedroom retreat frames views of Joshua Tree National Park, the Pinto Basin Mountains, and the valley. Shaded patios, a private hot tub, and an outdoor movie setup make it a welcoming base for hikers, photographers, and stargazers.
The investor angleAlready operating as a short-term rental, the home combines open-desert privacy with an approximately five-minute drive to the park entrance, giving it a clear outdoor-travel appeal without reported revenue to underwrite.
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No. 3 · Bermuda Dunes, CA Poolside Polish in Bermuda Dunes79361 Port Royal Ave, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 0.2089 acres At $600,000, this three-bedroom, two-bath home just north of Bermuda Dunes Country Club pairs an upgraded interior with a recently refinished pebble-finish pool and spa. The 1,630-square-foot layout suits relaxed desert gatherings, though the front yard needs attention and the listing's first photo is an AI-generated concept.
The investor angleThe listing reports an established short-term-rental history, while the private pool, spa, and Bermuda Dunes setting support guest appeal; revenue figures are not provided.
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No. 4 · Yucca Valley, CA Five Acres of Desert Color56345 Moonstone Ln, Yucca Valley, CA 92284 5 acres Coral + Cactus is a $359,000, one-bedroom retreat on five acres in Yucca Valley's Flamingo Heights, a few blocks from La Copine and Giant Rock Meeting Room. Hand-painted floors and oversized windows give the 640-square-foot interior its character, while hanging beds, a pizza oven, and a cowboy tub pool invite guests to spend their stay outside.
The investor angleReported gross income of $66,000 in 2025 equals approximately 18.4% of the $359,000 asking price before expenses, with another $50,000 gross reported year to date as of October 1, 2026.
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No. 5 · Wishon, CA Forest Mornings Near Bass Lake35974 Sierra Linda Dr, Wishon, CA 93669 This $295,000 Wishon cabin offers two bedrooms, a loft, and a peaceful wooded setting just minutes from Bass Lake. Large windows brighten the open gathering area, while a spacious mountain-view deck gives families a place to unwind after boating or exploring the Sierra.
The investor angleAn established vacation-rental history and proximity to Bass Lake's boat launch and Millers Landing Resort support its lake-and-mountain appeal, though no rental revenue is supplied.
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No. 6 · Big Bear City, CA Spread Out Beneath the Pines1310 Malabar Way, Big Bear City, CA 92314 Listed at $525,000, this three-bedroom, three-bath Big Bear City retreat offers 2,757 square feet for families and friends to spread out. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the open living space, with an updated kitchen, expansive deck, and spacious garage rounding out a comfortable mountain base.
The investor angleThe generous gathering spaces and access to year-round recreation give this home a family-getaway case, but the listing presents it as a vacation-rental opportunity rather than supplying operating revenue.
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