Six California Escapes, From Desert Color to Mountain Calm

This Sunday, November 8, we're following California's changing scenery from central Los Angeles to Joshua Tree country and the Sierra. Today's Summit & Shore Stays, presented by agent Josh Stika, brings together six homes with distinct guest appeal, including two with reported rental income to put alongside the asking price.

Room for Everyone in LA

At $1,345,000, this six-bedroom, four-bath home on North Benton Way pairs a central Los Angeles location with an expansive corner lot. Renovated inside and out in September 2026, its 2,278-square-foot layout suits larger groups or multigenerational households, with delivery available vacant or with current tenants.

Dark Skies and Desert Space

Perched on 2.5 acres above Twentynine Palms, this $415,000 two-bedroom retreat looks toward Joshua Tree National Park, the Pinto Basin Mountains, and the valley. Shaded patios, a private hot tub, and an outdoor movie setup give hikers, photographers, and stargazers reasons to linger after a day in the park.

Poolside Polish in Bermuda Dunes

Just north of Bermuda Dunes Country Club, this $600,000 three-bedroom, two-bath home combines an upgraded interior with a recently refinished pebble-finish pool and spa. Its 1,630 square feet suit guests seeking an easygoing desert gathering spot, while the front yard still needs attention; the listing's first photo is an AI-generated vision, not its current appearance.

Five Acres of Desert Color

Listed at $359,000, Coral + Cactus is a one-bedroom, 640-square-foot Flamingo Heights retreat with hand-painted floors and oversized windows framing five acres of desert. A patio larger than the home, hanging beds, a pizza oven, and a cowboy tub pool create a character-rich escape for couples and small-party getaways near La Copine and Giant Rock Meeting Room.

Forest Mornings Near Bass Lake

This $295,000 Wishon cabin offers two bedrooms, a loft, and a wooded setting just minutes from Bass Lake's shores. Large windows bring the mountain surroundings into the open living space, while a spacious deck gives families a place to gather after boating or exploring the Sierra.

Spread Out Beneath the Pines

At $525,000, this three-bedroom, three-bath Big Bear City home offers 2,757 square feet for families and friends who want room to spread out. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the open living area, an updated kitchen keeps gatherings connected, and an expansive deck extends the living space beneath the pines.

Josh Stika helps investors buy and launch rental homes across Utah & California.