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5188 Godwin
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Single Family Residence
Single Family Residence
5188 Godwin 
$375,000
Offered at
29 Palms, CA 92277
San Bernardino County
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,524
Sq Ft
435,600
Lot Sq Ft
1958
Year Built
THE GODWIN ESTATE | A VINTAGE WONDER VALLEY DESERT COMPOUND
Rare opportunity to own an authentic 10-acre Wonder Valley compound featuring two separate vintage desert homes, each situated on its own 5-acre parcel, offered together to create an extraordinary private retreat in one of the High Desert's most iconic…
THE GODWIN ESTATE | A VINTAGE WONDER VALLEY DESERT COMPOUND
Rare opportunity to own an authentic 10-acre Wonder Valley compound featuring two separate vintage desert homes, each situated on its own 5-acre parcel, offered together to create an extraordinary private retreat in one of the High Desert's most iconic landscapes.
5188 Godwin Road features a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence with a flex space ideal for an office or 2nd bedroom totaling approximately 1,000 sq. ft., while neighboring 5148 Godwin Road offers an intimate 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence of approximately 680 sq. ft. Both homes date to 1958, carrying the character and soul of early Wonder Valley desert living.
Together, the two parcels encompass approximately 10 fully fenced acres with a private shared well, creating a rare sense of independence, privacy and space. Perched within the wide-open Wonder Valley landscape, the property enjoys spectacular 180-degree views, dramatic sunrises and sunsets, distant Joshua Tree National Park vistas and the extraordinary dark skies that make this area so special.
This is more than acreage, it is a piece of Wonder Valley history. The property's well once played a role in the surrounding desert community, with water stored in a tank elevated on cinder-block supports and used for water delivery in the valley. Today, that historic structure has been creatively reimagined as an outdoor swing-bed retreat, a small reminder of the property's desert past.
The two residences create endless possibilities: establish a private family compound, live in one home while operating the second as a guest residence or vacation rental, create an artist or creative retreat, or continue building upon the property's established history as a desert destination. Both homes have previously enjoyed successful rental.
Outdoor living is woven throughout the property with covered gathering spaces, a dramatic stone fireplace, spa/jacuzzi areas, a spot to put an above ground pool and numerous places to relax beneath the vast desert sky. The smaller residence adds its own distinctive personality with warm Spanish-inspired details, a sunken living room and Saltillo tile, while the main residence offers classic vintage desert character and inviting indoor/outdoor living.
Properties like this are increasingly difficult to replicate: two homes, two 5-acre parcels, 10 fenced acres, a private well, panoramic views and authentic Wonder Valley history, all in one remarkable property.
Facts & Features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Cooling
- Cooling: Ductless, Evaporative Cooling, Wall Window Units
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Outside, Propane Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Stone
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,524 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Unpaved
- Garage spaces: 0
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Stone
- Has private pool: No
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View features: Desert, Hills, Landmark, Mountains, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 10.00 Acres
- Features: Six To Ten Units Acre, Desert Back, Desert Front, Horse Property, Ranch, Rocks
Details
- Parcel number: 0625181260000
- Zoning: RL5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Residential
- Architectural style: Bungalow, Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Drywall, Flagstone, Fiberglass Siding, Concrete, Plaster
Condition
- Year built: 1958
Location
Mike Zwarg
Broker / Owner
951.528.0626
mike@mzhomes.us
mike@mzhomes.us
Listing Office: Joshua Tree Modern · Listing Agent: Sarah Beck · 760-550-5452 · CRMLS
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5188 Godwin, 29 Palms, CA 92277
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