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Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite

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Outdoor dining
Room
Terrace/patio
Pool
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 229.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

King sized bed

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

full bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite

Tiny Home meets 5 star suite carved out of two 20' shipping containers with a million miles of ocean travel between 'em, converted into a 320 Sq ft. luxury King suite by artist John Henry Jones. The Desert Dream Suite is 1 of 3 private, apartment suite units available for guest rental at El Ranchito Wellness Inn and Spa. Beautifully-appointed, 70% glass for stellar views, shared access to pool, private jacuzzi, hammocks, patios, lounges, daybeds & wide open spaces. Please note: the "Entire Place" designation refers to our guests having the entire Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite tiny home to themselves, and it is indeed a self-contained, standalone studio home, with a super comfy King-sized bed at its center; its own private bathroom, kitchen, patio, and super cool AC. This luxurious tiny home is one of three on the property and comes with full access to the common areas: lap pool, hot tubs, outdoor showers, fire tables, hammocks, patios and gorgeous environs, perfect for every kind of activity from meditative chilling and stargazing to action-adventuring. We also have a Ring Doorbell video camera on site that keeps track of people coming and going, including mail and delivery people. Joshuatreecontainerresort.com

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events are not allowed without prior arrangement.
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets only allowed for a fee/adhere to house rules
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Events are not allowed without prior arrangement.
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2023-01317

About the area

Twentynine Palms

Located in Twentynine Palms, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center, while Smith's Ranch Drive-In Theater and The Glass Outhouse Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce and Sky's the Limit Observatory and Nature Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Twentynine Palms, CA

Getting around

  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coyote Grill - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite on 28 March 2026 start from NZ$370, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joshua Tree Desert Dream Shipping Container Suite located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Smith's Ranch Drive-In Theater, Joshua Tree National Park and Luckie Park. Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center and The Glass Outhouse Art Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

julianne s.

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

amazing fun getaway

The property was amazing and we loved everything about our stay! Highly recommend! the property is in a great location and had lots a great sights including the horses.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Travis G.

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

Host Canceled just hours before check in

Pretty lame was our experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

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

A great getaway!

Jonesy was great at getting us checked in and explaining how everything works. We stayed in the Dream Suite and it was great to have our own “private” areas to relax but also have available the common areas. The jacuzzi under the stars and sitting in the hammocks were excellent! It was so quite and the stars were amazing. The only noise was from the coyotes which was cool to hear (as they were a ways off). Close enough to Joshua Tree NP (20 minute drive) but away from 29 Palms so we felt we were really in the middle of nowhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jedi B.

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

Great experience!

We wanted a unique place to stay while we were visiting the Joshua Tree area. This was perfect. Very comfortable. It's close enough to 29 Palms for restaurants and other activities, yet far enough away that you can enjoy the desert. Highly recommend. Thank you Jonesey!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle E.

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

Everything you need in one desert oasis!

I chose this listing because of its unique structure and because with the pool, hot tub, hammocks, etc, it had everything we needed right there, and we didn't even scratch the surface of all the amenities available to us at this property. You can tell with the amount of style and care put into everything around (down to the ambient lighting of all the plants at night) that this place is truly a "labor of love" and we could feel that throughout our stay how special this place is! My boyfriend and I came from Tallahassee, Florida to do a CE-5 Retreat in Joshua Tree, to connect with some Extra Terrestrials. We definitely felt at home and loved our stay at this property! Regret we were too busy with the retreat to take advantage of all the different activities we could've learned about through our knowledgeable host. Highly recommend!! xxooxx
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Weekend away.

Great little place to get away. Jonesy is great! Very knowledgeable of the area and super helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Meghan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool property, comfortable little apartment, and super lounge area.

Great stay for us two. Came out in the area to relax and visit Joshua Tree National Park. Comfortable place, self explanatory when you get there. Took advantage of hot tub, lounge area and fire table and fire pit. Super awesome. Beautiful stars. I would recommend to those who want to hang in the desert with close friends and/or significant other, or if you are just visiting Joshua Tree.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Better than expected

The place was amazing, quiet and relaxing. Jonesy was a great host. And the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria M.

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

Sister Weekend

Had a peaceful weekend away with my 2 sisters, enjoyed having the pool/jacuzzi mostly to ourselves, and had a pleasant chat with the owner during our stay. We wish we had more time to meet the horses, but it got too windy on our last day so we stayed indoors for the rest of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Beautiful stay in the desert

We spent one night in the Dream container suite. It was well appointed with everything we needed for a great stay. The location is VERY remote so I'd suggest grabbing any food/drinks before you check in so you don't have to go back to town. The horses were friendly (bring them an apple or some carrots) and the property is well maintained. We enjoyed cooling off in the pool after a day of driving and hiking in Joshua Tree Park. Enjoy the view of the stars from one of the hammocks. Serene. The host also found our lost "lovie" and was kind enough to send it back so it was waiting when we returned home. He was very responsive and kind. It is obvious he takes a lot of pride in his property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great Place to stay

Had a great time in this rental. Really comfy bed and a funky, fun setup. Hot Tub was nice and we went on a nice walk in the surrounding desert with our pup. Great location for getting to Joshua Tree for hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

No what We expected

We thought that for the price we paid we would have the full property to ourselves an that wasn’t true, what the pics don’t show is the massive trailer in front of the property where jonesy stays an we got a very small suite downstairs an upstairs where we originally thought came with our reservation went to other bigger parties. It felt more like a hotel especially since others where allowed to be in what we thought would be a private hot tub. My first night was scary since someone kept walking around my room with a flash light and i was alone, all an all we made the best of it , alsooo u cant ride the horses there just to look at lol
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Magical place and thoughtful host

We had such a good time staying in the shipping container suite! We spent evenings in the hot tub looking at the stars and early mornings catching some sun in the hammocks. Jonesy was an excellent host and helped us with everything we needed and gave us great recommendations for the area. We went into the park every day and we were closer the less crowded entrance to the park which was fantastic. The suite is a really neat space that is beautifully designed and has plenty of space to cook in the kitchen. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cashmir G.

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

Great property!

Super clean and beautiful locatipn
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall W.

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

Beautiful, peaceful with incredible black sky stars.

Extremely clean, neat Dream Suite with all the amenities needed. Loved the hot tub and total environment. Much better than a hotel/motel. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANGELICA L.

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

29 Palms? There’s nothing in 29 Palms!

That’s exactly what a friend said when I mentioned we were going for my Husband’s Birthday and she’s right…Nothing, but the best place to unwind, star gaze and chill. Perfect!! We came, we spa’d and completely enjoyed ourselves working out, walking to the shack with our baby dog & visiting with the horses and the Ranch dogs. Oh, there’s something in 29 Palms, absolutely the best place to do nothing at all!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey C.

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

10 for 10 would recommend

Amazing views, perfect unique stay, comes with everything you need, hot tub at night under the stars was breathtaking. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jonesy

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I am an artist, horseman, rock climber and carpenter. Bought this place in its original incarnation with the proceeds of my first hit song. After my home in LA burned to the ground in a wildfire I built this container compound wellness inn and spa. We love to share our gorgeous part of the Mojave and our totally unique living spaces with likeminded people who are interested in high end living in the midst of the desert wilderness.

Why they chose this property

After my home in LA burned to the ground in a wildfire I built this container compound wellness inn and spa. We love to share our gorgeous part of the Mojave and our totally unique living spaces with likeminded people who are interested in high end living in the midst of the desert wilderness.

What makes this property unique

Besides the compound's spa amenities, we also offer Equine Therapy packages, Massage Therapy, Yoga, Guided ATV Tours, Golf Cart Rentals and Fat Sand Tire E Bike rentals.
Our horses and working ranch dogs are all very friendly.

Languages:

English, German, Spanish
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