Accommodation ∙ 3 bedrooms ∙ 6 guests | Other in Joshua Tree

This vacation rental is a stunning modern home artfully tucked on five spectacular acres of open desert and right next to the National Park! It's perfect for friends or families seeking the tranquility of the desert and easy access (10-minute drive) to Joshua Tree Village. With incredible views of rugged boulders and jagged mountains throughout, you'll look forward to coming home to this peaceful paradise to enjoy the sunset in the hot tub, stargaze around the fire pit, and absorb the surroundings.Set against towering, weathered boulders, It is a true architectural gem. It's just minutes from the west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, offering easy access to trails and natural wonders.Highlights include:► Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout► 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms► Full kitchen► Cozy living room with fireplace► Propane BBQ + fire pit + brand new hot tub► Level 2 EV charger for electric vehicles (240 volt, 25 ft cable, 32 amp with SAE J1772 PLUG)► Home is designed for passive solar efficiency and also has solar panels backflushing to the grid with an objective of a net zero footprint► Less than a mile (3-minute drive) to Joshua Tree National Park's west entrance► Design-focused home featured in Conde Nast Traveller magazine. Includes:- Full-time, local support team - Locally roasted coffee & pantry essentials - Parachute towels & linens and Public Goods natural body products- Concierge-like support to help you unplug, unwind, & engage with the High DesertHere Are a Few Kind Words From Our Recent Guests:-"Gorgeous home in an even more beautiful setting. We saw a family of quail and jackrabbits from the front porch. Well-equipped kitchen, extremely comfortable beds. You can see the park entrance from the house." -Stephannie-"Had an amazing time! Beautiful home built right up to the boulders! Just amazing as close as you can get to Joshua tree without going into the park." -Josh-"It was my second family trip to this vacation rental and it was just as lovely as the first. Even if you choose to do "nothing" but watch the wildlife (birds, bunnies, lizards) flit around the front or backyard, you cannot go wrong. The boulders in the backyard are "chef's kiss." -Renata-BEDS & BATHS-The home contains three sunny bedrooms complete with hardwood floors, desert-inspired decor, and signature earth-tone concrete block walls that you'll find throughout the property. Windows in the primary bedroom command long views in two directions, and there's a wall-mounted TV for afternoon siestas.It has two bathrooms, which include a shower/tub combination and modern fixtures.-KITCHEN & DINING-The thoughtful kitchen features top-quality appliances and a generous island with tuck-under stools to encourage socializing during meal preparation. The new, stainless steel appliances include a gas stove, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher, and a coffee maker and toaster ensure mornings go smoothly. Perhaps you'll prepare afternoon drinks on this accommodation to pair with your desert-inspired cuisine. Share meals in style at the dining table, which seats 6 under an eye-catching light fixture, or opt for casual al fresco dining on the patio, which is accessible via a sliding door from the kitchen.-LIVING SPACE-The living room offers the perfect respite from the desert heat. It's a cool, comfortable place to relax - and not only because of the air conditioning. The rich earth tones, huge windows, and comfortable sofa invite you to sit back, watch TV, flip through a book, play board games, or just chat with your companions. And as the evening air catches a chill, you'll love cozying up in front of the fireplace.Despite this profound sense of away-from-it-all, this vacation rental is a 10-minute drive to the charm and bustle of Joshua Tree Village, with its quirky shops, popular restaurants, and vibrant drinking establishments.-OUTDOOR SPACE-There's no shortage of outdoor space. Settle into the comfortable, fully shaded outdoor seating area at the front of the house, where you can drink in the unobstructed views of the Craggy Mountains within the National Park. All enjoyable from within the comfort of a brand new hot tub. At the rear of the property, the patios back directly up to soaring boulders, providing an intimate and mesmerizing sense of being one with this inspiring natural setting. A propane fire feature set at the boulders invites guests to pull low chairs close to the warmth on cool nights.-ESSENTIALS-Parking is available for 2 vehicles in the carport. An electric charging station has a 25 foot cord in the carport.It is equipped with WiFi, heating, and air conditioning.-ACTIVITIES/ATTRACTIONS-Visitors come to the High Desert for its unique landscape, culture, and recreational opportunities, as well as for the weather - hot and dry summers and mild winters at our high altitude. Joshua Tree and the communities surrounding the Joshua Tree National Park include Flamingo Heights, Pioneertown, Morongo Valley, Yucca Valley, and Landers. You'll be close to all the action. Some of our favorite options available to you: –Joshua Tree National Park: 800,000 acres of mystical beauty - Joshua Tree National Park is one of the world's most incredible natural desert treasures. Sweeping, grand in scale and populated by granite monoliths and voluptuous rock and boulder formations. This quiet land, conducive to meditation and roaming, was carved by extremes in climate - wind, rain and an ever-present, relentless sun. Diverse forms of plant life are found everywhere, but none as unique or prevalent as the park's namesake: the Joshua tree, standing majestically across the vast topography.–Pioneertown: Step back in time to thus rustic Old West-style village. Wander through the historic buildings, visit unique shops, catch a live music performance at Pappy & Harriets, and experience the Wild West charm. • The Integratron: New age-y healing destination with a sound bath, originally designed by ufologist George Van Tassel with the goal of reversing the aging process.Everything at your fingertips and more, when you book with us today!** Cleaning Protocols ***As the only professional management company in the area, we have always maintained exceptional cleaning standards. We pay above the living wage standards; 100% of your cleaning fee is paid to the cleaners (i.e. no profit to us) and we insist on a professional level of cleaning between guests. We love the High Desert for a lot of reasons - including the open spaces, lack of crowds, and dry weather that we believe make it a safe place to visit.You will have the entire house and property to yourself.Joshua Tree Highlands is considered one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the area given its close proximity to the national park as well as its forever northerly vistas of the Mojave Desert. Though you'll feel like you're far from civilization, this area sits just a few minutes' drive from shops and restaurants in Joshua Tree Village and Yucca Valley. When you're ready for some outdoor adventure, Joshua Tree National Park's West Entrance is less than 5 minutes away by car.Searching for great eats, drinks, shops, and things to do? Here are a few recommendations in Joshua Tree Village, less than a 10-minute drive away:• Start your day at Joshua Tree Coffee Co., known for their famed coffee made from locally roasted beans• Marvel at the handiwork at the World Famous Crochet Museum• Pick up some lunch or a souvenir from the Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market, open Saturdays• Find your next favorite read at Space Cowboy Books• Perhaps close your day with the food, drinks and music offered at the rustic Joshua Tree SaloonUp for a day trip? Don't miss these area highlights - they're worth the drive.• Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum (20-minute drive) - As far from a stuffy gallery as you can imagine, this outdoor sculpture garden contains a unique collection of folk-art.• Pioneertown (25-minute drive) - Put on your ten-gallon hat and stroll down Mane Street of this Wild West-inspired town, also known for Pappy & Harriet's, a notable restaurant and venue.• The Integratron (30-minute drive) - New age-y healing destination with a sound bath, originally designed by ufologist George Van Tassel with the goal of reversing the aging process.• Palm Springs (50-minute drive) - Artsy town known for vintage shopping, art galleries, and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.• Mt. San Jacinto State Park (90-minute drive) - Expansive, hilly landscape with foot and horseback trails surrounding 10,834-foot Mount San Jacinto.Of course, let's not forget about the essentials. Everything you need is within close driving distance:• Closest supermarket: Vons (18-minute drive)• Closest liquor store: Mike's Liquor (10-minute drive)• Closest pharmacy: Rite-Aid (15-minute drive)• Closest bank: U.S. Bank (18-minute drive)• Closest gas station: 76 (10-minute drive)Many roads in the high desert are dirt, so please take it slow. While a car is required to get around, a four wheel drive car is not, but note that roads will often have ruts, particularly after a rain.• EVENTS & COMMERCIAL PHOTOSHOOTS: Are not permitted without prior approval, applicable permit and additional fees.• DOGS: Your dog is welcome and there is a one time fee of $100. Please alert us in advance. Max of 2 dogs. No other types of animals are authorized.• SOCIAL MEDIA: If you plan on sharing your experience on social media, please mention us!• CELL SERVICE: Cell phone service availability and quality in the high desert varies by service provider. This is particularly true in the more remote areas of Joshua Tree, Pipes Canyon, and Pioneertown. Please be prepared by enabling wifi calling or downloading a VOIP program.• ROAD CONDITIONS: Many roads are dirt, so please take it slow. A four wheel drive car is not required, but note that roads will often have ruts, particularly after a rainVACATION RENTAL AGREEMENTTHIS AGREEMENT IS NOT A LEASE AND CONVEYS NO RIGHTS IN REAL PROPERTY AT ANY TIME. YOUR USE IS LIMITED TO THAT DEFINED HEREIN.• The number of people in the home may not exceed the number of guests in your reservation confirmation without our prior approval (regardless of whether they are staying the night or just visiting). Additional guest fees starting at $65 per person per night will apply for any unauthorized persons.•Your sole right to access the property begins with the 3PM check-in and ends at the 11AM check-out, unless other times are approved in writing in advance. Check-in is not allowed after 9PM unless approved in writing in advance. If you violate these rules, we may charge up to 50% of the daily rate for an early arrival and/or late check-out.• Dogs are allowed with prior written permission, only with the payment of an additional cleaning fee, and only at certain properties. Dog owners agree to the following additional rules: use protective sheets that we will leave out for you to cover any place where your dog may lie (we are not equipped to shampoo furniture or rugs or dry clean bedding after your departure); outside the house dogs are to be leashed at all times (there are coyotes in the High Desert, which present danger to unleashed dogs) and owners must immediately pick up after their dogs and deposit waste in a plastic bag and place it in the garbage bin; dogs are not to be left unattended in the house at any time. In addition to our additional dog cleaning fee, we will deduct the costs of extra cleaning or repairs necessitated by the presence of your dog.• Recreational vehicles, motorcycles and camping or other overnight accommodations outside the home are not allowed. Violations of this policy will result in termination of the reservation with no refund.• We do not guarantee the speed or availability of internet service. Internet service is provided by a satellite and/or wireless provider and may be subject to more fluctuations and outages than you are used to. No illegal or abusive use of the Internet access is allowed.• Cell service may not be available at the property due to the rural nature and geography of the area.• The High Desert occasionally has power outages. We are not responsible for any general outages of Southern California Edison.• No photoshoots are allowed on the property without prior written approval and the payment of additional fees. Unauthorized use of the rental property's name, address, or images, including its interior, exterior, and / or private property surroundings, for any commercial use including but not limited to selling, advertising, TV, film production, electronic, or other media, is not permitted and we will seek to have any use removed.• Special events such as weddings and parties are not permitted without written approval and the payment of additional fees.• Guests who utilize a home's hot tub, pools and/or plunge pool do so at their own risk and we are not liable for any personal injury or other damages associated with such use. Guests may not use glass or pottery glassware, plates, etc. in or anywhere near any such water amenity. If any glass or pottery ware is broken in or near a water amenity, you will be charged the full amount to drain and refill the amenity and for any lost revenue during such service. Guests may not leave minors unattended at any hot tub, pool or plunge pool. • Guests shall allow the property owner or any designated workers access to the property for landscaping and routine maintenance, cleaning, repairs and building inspections, and pool and hot tub repairs and service.• If for any reason beyond the control of the owner, the property is unavailable, we may cancel your reservation with only a refund to the actual fees and / or deposits you have paid.• Smoking is not allowed inside the house or within 15 feet of any exterior door. Please dispose of your extinguished cigarette waste into a plastic bag and then into the outdoor garbage can. Do not leave cigarette waste on the grounds. If these rules are violated, we will charge a minimum of $250.• Propane firepits or fireplaces may not be used for burning wood or any other materials (it is illegal pursuant to a county ordinance and may damage the fixture). If any combustible materials are burned in them, we will charge a minimum of $500 cleaning fee.• By making your reservation, you confirm that you will comply with (and your stay is allowed by) any applicable health or safety orders from the State of California.• We do not allow firearms on the property. If you are a firearms carrier, your firearm must remain off the property.• Rental Ordinance. Please pay attention to the relevant short-term rental ordinances in accordance with county or city guidelines. If you violate any ordinance and as a result the property is fined, you will be responsible for payment of the fine. • Payment terms. Payments are due 50% at 60 days before check-in and 50% at 30 days before check-in (or at the time of reservation if less than the days for either payment).• Deposit policy. A deposit is required at the time of booking and any unused portion will be returned 7 days after checkout.• We may withhold all or part of your deposit if you fail to follow the rules in this agreement, the property listing or the property house manual. If the cost of the damages, losses, or missing items exceed the amount of the deposit, we will bill your credit card for the difference and / or pursue legal action. Cause(s) for withholding deposit funds include, but are not limited to: damage to premises or contents, missing or broken items, lost keys, required excessive cleaning, not complying fully with the departure checklist, smoke odors or damage, mailing charges for items left behind, unauthorized persons visiting or staying on the property, the presence of a dog without authorization, noise complaints after 10PM, including fines, trespassing on neighboring properties, and unauthorized late check-out..