California’s High Desert, known for its striking rock formations and boundless landscapes, has become a haven for health-conscious homeowners. It’s the kind of place where you can unplug, breathe, and be mindful. Few understand this better than Alison and Jay Carroll, the founders of Wonder Valley, an olive oil company, and owners of El Rey Court in New Mexico. Their work and passions are deeply rooted in holistic wellness. Now, the Joshua Tree property the couple revitalized roughly a decade ago is on the market for $1.25 million.
The Carrolls purchased this 1950s home in 2015 for $210,000, according to public records. Though it was no longer in use and in poor state, with a deteriorating pink stucco exterior and boarded-up windows, they saw its potential and embarked on a major renovation. The transformation took a few years and they often stayed on-site in their retro Vagabond trailer during the project, Alison told Camille Styles.
For the interiors, Alison and Jay sourced vintage pieces and sought custom craftsmanship to create an artful combination of textures across the 1,160-square-foot abode. They wove a palette of earthy colors and materials, including vertical-grain Douglas fir wood, warm white plaster, and red flagstone sourced from Sedona. The focus of the restoration was to make it up-to-date, but it also gave them a new outlet for creative expression: “with nods from New England to Japan, we’ve created a property that is both inspired by the world yet deeply rooted in the desert,” says Jay.
Outside, concrete pads formerly used to chain strap oil by the previous owner’s car shop were repurposed as an outdoor shower space with a clawfoot tub. Other amenities on the property include an outdoor lounge and wood-burning grill, making entertaining easy for the next young couple.
Similar to other properties in the neighborhood, the one-story haven also captures sweeping views mountains and boulders. “The high desert has always been more than a backdrop for us, it has been a wellspring of inspiration and a catalyst for so many of our creative and entrepreneurial pursuits,” Alison shares. “This home reflects that spirit, and while it’s ready for its next owner to experience its magic, our connection to the desert is far from over.”
Clayton J Baldwin of Kinetic Properties represents the listing.