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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Interior
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Yucca Valley, CA
  • Place, Hi-Desert Cultural Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Yucca Valley Community Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Back Bedroom

1 King Bed

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Joshua Tree Forest Bungalow - Views & Hot Tub

The house is 870 square feet, and has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Both bedrooms feature California King beds, and are the same size, so no friendships will implode arguing over who gets the bigger room (the "John Wayne" bedroom is actually a few inches longer, but we won't tell your friends).

The back yard is completely fenced with a fire pit, bbq, lounge chairs, and a picnic table, perfect for evening meals or morning coffee.
There is also a large, amazing Jacuzzi hot tub to relax in after a long day of hiking (please shower first!). If you have never relaxed in a hot tub underneath the starry Joshua Tree sky, then it's time to start asking yourselves some tough life questions and book this house immediately.

We spent many months renovating the house into a space that we truly love, and we are excited to share it with you!

* While this property is new on Homeaway/VRBO, we have over 150 5 star reviews on other vacation rental sites.

* Also see our other properties: https://www.vrbo.com/857798

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
You don't need to strip the beds. Simply leave any used beds visibly unmade.
Please leave used towels on the bathroom floor.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Photo/Video Shoots

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 10981
Property # 1790120vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Yucca Valley

Located in Yucca Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area. Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Pioneertown are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Joshua Tree National Park and Sand to Snow National Monument. Hi-Desert Cultural Center and Hi-Desert Nature Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking, ecotours and rock climbing.
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Yucca Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • World Famous Crochet Museum - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Yucca Valley Community Park - 9 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Joshua Tree Forest Bungalow - Views & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Joshua Tree Forest Bungalow - Views & Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joshua Tree Forest Bungalow - Views & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joshua Tree Forest Bungalow - Views & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joshua Tree Forest Bungalow - Views & Hot Tub located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Hi-Desert Cultural Center, Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Hi-Desert Nature Museum. Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center and World Famous Crochet Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised. Beautifully designed, great layout, and very responsive hosts. We were only in joshua tree for a short time and it was hot so we didn't get to take advantage of the hot tub, but I would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and well appointed. The host was very responsive in replacing the defective coffee maker.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in JTree

Great visit, great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property exceeded our expectations. A true oasis in the desert. It has a modern, well stocked kitchen and very comfortable beds. it's a little ways out of town but we enjoyed the quiet location. My husband particularly enjoyed the hot tub after a long day of hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

The house was perfect for our trip. The owners were very responsive. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Joshua Tree retreat

Our stay at Joshua Tree Forest Bungalow was wonderful. We stayed for four nights and visited Joshua Tree NP three days. The accommodations were perfect and our hosts were more than helpful with suggestions. Would stay again! The hot tub was a delight after a day of hiking!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter getaway

Lovely small bungalow w view of the mountains. Perfect place 4 a couple or small family. Well designed & decorated, w comfortable beds & quality linens. Hot tub under the stars at night was a real treat. Good communication w hosts B4 & during stay. Would stay again!
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredibly special home! We absolutely loved our stay at the Joshua Tree Forest Bungalow. The space is stunning, and it’s full of warmth and character. It was exceptionally clean as well. The backyard space was super cute and the hot tub was such a nice touch after a long day of hiking! The view of the stars was perfect. On top of everything else, we arrived an hour and half early and our hosts allowed us to check in with no hesitation. Extremely positive experience !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, well-equipped bungalow near park.

We were very happy with our stay at Josh and Don's comfy bungalow. Great kitchen and appliances, comfy beds and pillows and a nice hot shower. Joshua Trees and cactuses right in the front yard, and 15 minutes to the West entrance of the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical home and perfect stay

This property and home is absolutely beautiful, comfortable and the perfect place to stay in the area. Was there with my mother, the two bedrooms are very comfortable and the kitchen, living room and hot tub were perfect for us to cook and hang out. Others said this- but this place is even better than the pictures. Can not wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tovie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderfully quiet

This is a charming little stay in the middle of Joshua tree that is absolutely darling. Driving down the dirt road to the house I had my doubts, but as soon as we opened the door we were surprised to find a remodeled, clean, well appointed home. The hot tub in the back was a plus. the bed was comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed. All in all we really enjoyed our short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place, great location

My husband and I really enjoyed our long weekend in the desert (despite the unexpected snow!). I appreciated the thorough check-in instructions that were sent well in advance as well as the easy cleaning/check-out process. The location was close to Joshua Tree and a number of restaurants/shops, but felt relatively secluded. Overall, an enjoyable vacation. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magic in the Desert

My wife and I had a magical time staying here for a romantic weekend. There are so many thoughtful touches and we absolutely loved the decor - the pictures don’t do it justice. It's close to Joshua Tree Park and other local spots. The home was sparkling clean and fully stocked with everything you would need for a week or weekend away. We especially loved stargazing from the hot tub and sitting around the fire pit. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We had a very nice time at this property. It was all it was described. The hot tub was great and the stars were beautiful. The owners told us what we should bring (sandals, bathrobe, etc.). There is a gas barbecue. It's a short (1 block) bumpy dirt road (it appears to be somewhat of a wash), but as it wasn't really raining, it wasn't a problem. Town is within 2 miles so plenty of restaurants and grocery stores.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Les R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place for relaxing and exploring Joshua Tree

We very much enjoyed the 2-bedroom house just outside of the town of Yucca Valley. The house has lots of windows - good for enjoying the excellent view of Joshua trees outside the front window. Both bedrooms are a good size - we just used the one. Very comfortable king size bed. The kitchen is excellent - with a good fridge and stove and equipped with everything you could want. The house was very clean and nicely decorated - a relaxing space. We made use of the good heating system since there were some cold days. The location was perfect for us as we hiked in Joshua Tree National Park every day - close to the northern entrance of the park. Also close to grocery stores and restaurants. We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cozy oasis in the desert!

What an absolutely lovely little bungalow! The attention and thoughtfulness that go into creating a home away from home, is clearly a labor of love. My husband and I stayed for our wedding anniversary. I've spent many vacations in the area but he has never been able to join me due to his busy job. We loved the seclusion of the house, yet the nearness of pretty much everything. It really is perfectly located. The beds were great--It was SO nice to sleep in! We saw a great show at Pappy & Harriet's, ate at La Copine & The Copper Room, made breakfast one day and hiked in Joshua Tree, lounged in the hot tub at night and just had a wonderfully relaxing visit in all. The carport was a major plus! It kept our car cool inside and out of the sun. All in all? I cannot think of one thing I can complain about. Bravo Josh & Don! You guys nailed it! Thank you! Xo
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A First Class Joshua Tree Experience

This lovely home didn’t disappoint. The location was close to the west entrance to the park; allowing for multiple entries to the park. Close to grocery store and restaurants. This home is well appointed and is better than advertised. I would definitely stay here again and will recommend to friends that might be interested in a Joshua Tree Experience. The owners Checkin/checkout process is seamless with reasonable expectations for departure. The stargazing from the hot tub was fantastic. If I could give 10 stars I would give eleven. Thank you for making our first Joshua Tree experience exceed our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem!!

So happy we found this gem of a property in Joshua Tree. Super close to the park entrance about 7 miles from Pappy and Harriet’s and Pioneertown (which was why we were in town). Great location, quiet neighborhood, the house was spotless upon arrival, it’s clear that the owners, Josh and Don put a lot of care and thought into this house. The decor was simple but stylish, beds, linens and towels were comfy and clean. Kitchen was well stocked and the backyard was amazing. We spent most of our time at the house in the jacuzzi (super clean) and in the backyard. We will absolutely come and stay at this bungalow again or check out their other property. Anytime I needed to get a hold of Josh or Don, it was a few minutes at most to get a response. And to top off this wonderful experience, stupid me, left a bag at the house after we checked out. I asked (but did not expect) to have them ship my bag back to me. Not only did I get a reply in less than 5 mins, but Josh went to the property, picked up the bag and shipped it within a few hours. I won’t forget this kindness and I would say to absolutely rent this spot but only if you leave it as clean as you found it, because I don’t want people to party and trash the place, it’s that amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert Gem

The property was even better than described. Josh and Don have thought of everything in their desert retreat. Great decor, amenities and convenient to Joshua Tree National Park.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

The property was wonderful and fantastic location to visit Joshua Tree —
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property!

We loved this house! It was exactly as shown in the listing, the owners were super friendly, and it had all the things we needed for our stay! Would definitely recommend this place :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert getaway

We had a great time staying here, very quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing slice of heaven!

It was even more wonderful than we imagined! A great place to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary. All the comforts of home. Thank you for sharing this wonderful place with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Dario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was great, clean, had everything to enjoy your stay. The beds were very comfortable, beautiful kitchen, great backyard. The layout of the bungalow was excellent. The only bad review was the size of the shower, a bit small, but other than that, a great stay for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect little getaway

I got away for the weekend and this little house was perfect just for that. Private and quiet and the cutest esthetic. Very cozy and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

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We are two adventurous souls who love to travel and play in the desert.

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