Maman • An Architectural Desert Sanctuary

Entire home in Yucca Valley, California

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 2.5 baths
Hosted by Ben + Andrea
  1. Superhost
  2. 5 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 10% of homes

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In Yucca Valley's boulder landscape

A sculptural concrete home set among ancient boulders in the high desert of Yucca Valley

Infinity pool, spa, and firepit

An infinity-edge pool stretches toward the boulders, with a firepit and heated spa alongside

Stunning in person, per guests

Guests describe the architecture as breathtaking and say photos don't do it justice
Set within a ravine of monumental boulders, Maman emerges as a sculptural study in concrete, stone, and glass. A board-formed entry wall opens to an infinity pool reflecting the mountain’s face, while firelight animates the terrain. Inside, raw stone planes and a sunken living room define a space where architecture and landscape converge in quiet, deliberate harmony.

The space
Cradled within a hidden ravine of ancient boulders, *Maman* reveals itself at the end of a winding granite approach—a journey that feels more like discovery than arrival. The path threads between towering rock walls before unveiling a sculptural retreat seemingly carved from the desert itself: raw, elemental, and deeply connected to its terrain.

A board-formed concrete entry wall anchors the structure, its grain echoing the textures of the canyon beyond. Beyond it, an infinity-edge pool stretches toward the boulder mountains, its mirrored surface capturing their reflection in liquid stillness. A firepit set beside the pool draws guests outward at dusk, where the horizon burns and the desert quiet deepens.

Inside, architecture and geology intertwine. Raw stone surfaces, polished concrete, and warm timber define the interiors, while expansive panes of glass frame the surrounding ravine. At the heart of the home, a sunken living area invites gathering and contemplation—an intimate space recessed into the landscape itself.

Bedrooms are tucked into the rock, offering secluded sanctuaries of calm and light. Every detail honors material honesty and restraint, crafting an atmosphere of both shelter and openness.

Maman is not merely a residence but a meditation on desert form and stillness—an architecture born from stone, silence, and sky.

Guest access
Guests will have unrestricted access to the entire property during your stay, including the garage.

Other things to note
Inside/Outside Living: Maman's bedrooms are in a separate structure from the living room and kitchen (see photos). Please know you will need to go outside to move between the two structures.

Events and Commercial Photoshoots:
Please inquire for more details.

Pool Heating:
Should you wish to have the pool heated (84 degrees max) during your stay, please notify us in advance of your arrival. There will be a supplemental per day charge for this service.

Pool Heating (84 degrees max) - two day minimum of $250/day ($500 minimum)

Spa Heating:
Spa heating is always included with each rental (max temp 102 degrees).

Pool Service:
To keep the pool as pristine as possible, the pool is serviced every Sunday and Tuesday. Our pool technician will go directly to the pool in order to respect your privacy. If you are in the pool at the time feel free to ask him to come back at a later time.

Pets:
Dogs only, maximum 2 - $120/stay

Early Check-In:
If Maman is ready early, we will let you know.

Late Check-Out:
We are unable to accommodate late checkouts.

A stay by @aboveandbeyondjt

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Outdoor pool - available all year, open 24 hours, heated, infinity
Hot tub - available all year, open 24 hours

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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 46 reviews.

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Overall rating

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Yucca Valley, California, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Meet your host

Superhost
1,594 reviews
4.97 out of 5 average rating
5 years of hosting
Born in the 90s
My work: Above and Beyond JT

Ben + Andrea is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-hosts

  • Josh
  • Aleah

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Carbon monoxide alarm