House Rules

Kindly remove shoes inside. This helps ensure a clean and lasting space for all.

We’re happy to welcome mans best friend! There is a $100 per dog per stay fee, limit of 2 dogs maximum. Please note on your reservation if you are bringing dog(s) and how many, and we will adjust the price accordingly. There is an unauthorized pet fee of $1000. Please use the provided dog sheets before allowing your dogs on any furniture. Cats and other pets are not allowed.

Hikari House is fully off grid, powered by a high-capacity solar + battery system with a Generac backup generator, as well as our very own well and septic system. These systems are designed to keep your stay comfortable year-round while minimizing our footprint.

You should not need to worry about power outages, but we kindly ask that you are mindful of energy use after sunset, when the home is running primarily on battery reserves. For that reason, please do not use the washer or dryer after sunset.

Septic note: Please flush only septic-safe toilet paper. Do not flush wipes (even “flushable”), paper towels, feminine products, or anything else.

No smoking indoors. If this rule is violated, you will be charged for a full professional cleaning/deodorizing service and assessed a $500 fine. If you choose to smoke outside, please dispose of all smoking materials properly, no cigarette butt littering. The desert environment and surrounding plants are extremely dry and can ignite easily. We take this very seriously and we ask you do the same to take extra care to prevent fire hazards.

No shoes allowed sign with crossed-out sneaker symbol.
Black and white line drawing of a tree with a bird perched on a branch
Silhouette of a military fighter jet flying in the night sky.
Silhouette of a girl with long hair pointing at a world map on a screen.
Black background with a white geometric design of a triangle within a circle, and an upward arrow extending from the circle's base.

Safety Rules:

You are responsible for supervising your group, especially children, at all times. The property is not childproofed and may include hazards (pool, patios, steps, uneven surfaces, and hanging chairs with a drop behind them). By staying, you acknowledge these risks and agree to use the property at your own risk. The host is not liable for injuries, accidents, or losses related to your stay or use of amenities. Children must be with an adult on both patios, including the pool and hanging chairs.

For the safety and security of our guests, and because Hikari House is a remote off grid property, we have installed five exterior security cameras. They are positioned to monitor the driveway, entrances, and perimeter only, while ensuring respect of your privacy at all times.

For the safety of all guests, please be aware that the pool at Hikari House is 5.5 feet deep and no diving is allowed at any time. Diving may result in serious injury and or death. Any injuries sustained as a result of diving are the sole responsibility of the individual.