Set up high on the Hualapai mountainside endless fun awaits you at "Hodge Podge Lodge". A two bedroom, one bath home and separate studio with porch sit on almost an acre of wild mountain land. The property has a BB gun/slingshot range, entertainment room, extensive reading library & puzzle table, old school record player & music wall. Relax on the front porch with a hot coffee/tea and take in the early morning mountain views or late night stargazing. Minutes to Kingman or Hualapai Mtn. Park.
Hodge Podge Lodge (aka HPL) was born out of our love for things that bring people together: the mountains, rich American history, a crackling fire, a good book or challenging puzzle, outdoor sports, family game night, some live music and sitting outside watching the stars. The eclectic nature of the home is all about family time in the high desert mountains of the Southwest. It's one of our favorite places to be!
As you enter, the cozy living room with a cast iron wood-burning stove, record player, historical literature and music wall greets you with the feeling of home. A step back in time to a simpler life!
The kitchen is renovated and fully stocked. It has a propane stovetop and oven, blenders, pots and pans, a number of baking trays and tins, an instant pot, children's dinnerware, wine glasses and all necessary utensils, spices and oils. There is no dishwasher in the cabin, so you will have to do dishes by hand.
The dining area boasts a beautiful large antique table, full coffee/tea/hot chocolate bar and all the board games you will ever need to make evenings fun with family or friends. A massive floor to ceiling glass door gives you a view of the mountainside across the hill.
Bedroom one "the cowboy room" has a dresser, queen bed and one twin bed with trundle. Bedroom two has the kids library and a twin over full bunk bed.
HPL only has one bathroom! It is well stocked with all necessary bathroom items. Septic safe toilet paper and natural waste are the only things allowed down the toilet, a clogged septic is a bad (and costly) day for all!
The upper room is a studio entertainment room with two couches (one is a pull out bed with memory foam mattress) and a king bed. There is a large family friendly DVD/blue-ray collection to choose from and an old school nintendo system to play. The puzzle table is located in the upper room and there is always a puzzle to add to.
The property is family focused and thus, children are welcomed! There is a pack and play under the bed in room two. Everything from infant toys and books to board games and chapter books are available. Lawn games are in the hall and include yard size connect 4, yard yahtzee, number kubb, soccer, football and multiple other outdoor games.
Walking trails have been cut through the trees in the mountain and within those trails you will find a tin-can BB gun/slingshot range; bring your gear! Parents, you must supervise your children!! The property has hammocks, multiple tree swings and a swing set. This truly is a wild place, and outdoor time here is a must! However, with that wild comes the potential of critters. On any given day you never know what kind of wildlife will come meandering through the property. While the house is professionally treated for pests, this is the mountains and you may occasionally see spiders or other native southwest species in/around the home.
HPL is equipped with lightning fast Starlink internet. Wi-Fi calling through Starlink is available as service can be spotty.
Dogs are welcomed at Hodge Podge Lodge! Dogs must be crated when owner is not present and no dogs on beds please! Dogs must be housebroken and no puppies. The home is stocked with supplies for your pup should you forget something during your stay.
Fire restrictions are often in effect in the mountains. The propane outdoor fire pit provides a year round alternative. The indoor pot belly wood burning stove is available to guests in winter months only. Guests must bring their own split wood but feel free to gather tinder off the property.
Parking at HPL is located both down at the base of driveway and at the top of the driveway. In winter, a 4x4 vehicle and/or chains may be needed to get up the driveway. If necessary, you may park at the base of the driveway and walk the trails up to the home. The base of the driveway can hold a small trailer if needed and multiple quads, side by sides or motorcycles will fit in the parking areas. The gate to the property does have a padlock for the safety and security of your vehicles.
The entire property, with the exception of a few locked cabinets and all outbuildings/sheds are open to guest use. The firewood outside is not for guest use.
