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Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside.

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A desert-style building with multiple rooms, a patio area with outdoor furniture, and large rocks surrounding the property.
A multi-level living space with a staircase, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.
A cozy living room with a sofa, ottoman, and armchairs, featuring a mix of colorful and patterned textiles.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chandelier, and a stone wall.
A swimming pool with blue water, surrounded by outdoor seating and a covered area with blue curtains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Yucca Valley, CA
  • Place, Sand to Snow National Monument
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pioneertown Mountains Preserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Pioneertown
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Boulder Room

1 King Bed

Cowboy Room

1 Single Bed

Den

1 Double Futon

Desert View

1 Double Bed

Osito Suite

1 Queen Bed

Pinon Court (Master)

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Pioneertown

Located in Pioneertown, this holiday home is in the mountains. Joshua Tree National Park and Sand to Snow National Monument reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hi-Desert Nature Museum and Hi-Desert Cultural Center. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, rock climbing and hiking nearby.
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Map
Yucca Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • Sand to Snow National Monument - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Pioneertown Mountains Preserve - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Pioneertown - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Pioneertown Film Museum - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Pioneertown Wild West Theater - 11 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Algoberto's Taco Shop - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pappy & Harriet's Pioneertown Palace - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Snake Bite Roadhouse - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Luna Bakery - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside. have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside.?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside. on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$1,131, 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 Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside.?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Boulders Outside. Bolder Inside. located?

This family-friendly Pioneertown holiday home is located in the mountains, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Sand to Snow National Monument, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Pioneertown and Pioneertown Mountains Preserve. Pioneertown Wild West Theater and Pioneertown Film Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Boulder House is so cool! It is a unique place with a lot of character. We had a fabulous time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time at this magical property. Great energy is a really special place.Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A unique place in the desert. Pool and hot tub were very nice Some fun, eclectic and interesting furnishings in the house! Overall a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you love nature, views, art, and a house with all the comforts, you will love this place. All of the indoor and outdoor places to sit and enjoy the beauty and your fellow travelers are incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean and the communication with the host was very good. Talk about a very unique and beautiful property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible beyond words setting and location. The house is a treasure chest of artwork, interesting rooms, and fantastic views. Communication was outstanding, friendly, and quick. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

Had a fantastic stay here! What a fun and interesting home. Every inch of the house has art. Very cool!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family getaway

This was our fourth or fifth time staying in the Boulder house. Every time is magical. We recommend visiting in summer or early fall (pre October) to maximize the chances of using the pool which is not heated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Boulder House is incredible!

Highly, highly recommend staying at the Boulder House! It's a one of a kind house with a great, unique character. Extremely clean, great communication from the host, and beautiful desert views! Between the hot tub, pool, hiking trails, and spacious indoors, there's really nothing left to be desired! Thanks again for a great stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place for hiding out

Great place but has a lot of clutter. We did see mice in the house and bugs. The pool was an eyesore
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect annual family/friends getaway

This was our third annual stay with two other families at the Boulder House. We treasure each year. It is so peaceful and remote, yet there is so much to do and so many ways to be active - and to relax and have fun in the house. The Boulder House is a one-of-a-kind place. Pro tip: bring wet suits if you want to use the pool in the fall. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Boulderhouse Stay

Ok, so there were nine of us, all adults staying at the Boulderhouse. All went well, the location was excellent, the house was everything we expected, with no suprises. We spent most of out time exploring hikes in JT, but on two of our days out of seven, we stayed at the house. During that time, we spent a lot of time by the pool and took turns preparing meals. The kitchen is well-appointed, something, in my experience, is not always the case. No complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The definition of desert oasis

My family wanted to get out of town to see the stars, planet alignment, and just escape the city for the weekend. As soon as we saw the boulder house we knew it was the place. Not only was the house extremely unique, it had so many cool little rooms and themes throughout. On top of that, the pool and jacuzzi were heated, something about swimming in 49-50 weather with a desert backdrop makes it feel like a whole new experience. Our 2 dogs loved the openness, and if you walk the property you find secret chill places. Very fun, very trippy. Definitely going back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Magic in desert

First I want to thank you for the most wonderful time I’ve had in awhile. The property was more than I could’ve anticipated and our expectations were exceeded by a million. The creativeness of this magical place inside and out was dream worthy. Every nook and cranny held another surprise, you’ve thought of it all. From art work to instruments, and seating areas to sleeping rooms I was astonished. I’m fulfilled, happy, and a better man for having stayed at your property! I have a new found love for the desert and your property is the reason why. Thank you thank you thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cool house and property!

We stayed here in December of 2022 with our family and friends including young adult and older teenage children. This house made our vacation an experience to remember. We all loved it! I would recommend arriving before dark as the drive in at night was very dark and a bit scary never having seen the road/ driveway in the day as it is a dirt road surrounded by large boulders. However, waking up to discover the property and see the sunrise from these enormous boulders was breathtaking. What a gorgeous place to take a sunrise, or sunset, stroll! The house is certainly eclectic and artsy! Not your typical rental home but one you will never forget. It took a minute to settle into the nooks and crannies of this eclectic home, but by the second day we felt comfortable in our new adventurous setting. Not being familiar with the California high desert we were a little concerned about the wildlife but were cautious on our hikes and only saw a mountain lion from the edge of the property from a pretty safe distance. It was by far one of the coolest places we have ever stayed. Would love to go back for more adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Southwestern Expressionist experience

The house is very appropriately called The Boulders, situated as it is surrounded by large, weathered rocks. It is rather emote, down a long dirt road, with a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the nearest town. Inside, the house is dense, one might say cluttered, with artwork. The paintings seem Southwestern in subject and Expressionist in style. For a short stay, it’s interesting. We celebrated Thanksgiving at The Boulders. It is not well-suited for the preparation of large meals, however. The kitchen is quite small and lacks a dishwasher and garbage disposal unit in the sink. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. The boulder-strewn acreage is fun to explore, and Pioneertown is fun to stroll.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Isolation

My group had a magical time at the Boulder House. The house had so man intricate details to explore, wild art, the scenery was breathtaking. The boulder room was especially cool, as this house is built right into the rocks. The property seems much larger in person, and the beds were super comfortable. Checkin was very easy, and the homeowner was quick to answer my questions. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location rocks!!

We loved being at the boulder house. All the beds were comfy and being able to scramble around on the magnificent boulders and hike around the property kept us entertained. The decor of the house is full of surprises and color. The pool was too chilly for us to stay in beyond a dip and the hot tub was great. Great communication with the host! We’d love to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A night at the boulder house is an immersion experience

There are no words that can fully describe what the boulder house is except that it is a true immersion experience. The setting: nestled between gigantic boulders that form a natural bowl which, for our group, became our outdoor playground. The owners have honored mother nature with subtle compliments throughout the property. Walk, explore, and you will be amazed by what you will find. The Boulder House: Entering the home is like stepping into the artist's mind. Nooks, crannies, rooms, closets, cabinets, everywhere one looks takes you to another place or planet. Wandering through the space will destroy any sense of direction one has. The level of creativity and intention that was given is truly unbelievable. Our entire group would like the owners know how much we appreciate the opportunity to experience you home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience in a beautiful environment

The house is excellently curated with many things to look at, and the surrounding property and boulders are perfect for some sunset scrambling. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pictures don't do it justice...breathtaking!

The property exceeded all expectations. Great remote location with amazing views but close enough to shopping for the necessities. If you are looking for a relaxing getaway in the most ecclectic enviroment, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house and property, a must stay!

This property is truly beautiful! The boulders are a wonderful backdrop and the views are amazing. The rock room was really cool and the pool with its views is such an awesome experience. Communication was easy and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

Our family had the most magical stay at Boulder house . We swam, cooked , painted , played guitars . The house was exactly our vibe with the most incredible art . We will definitely be returning multiple times and the contact with the host was prompt and Courteous. We didn’t want our weekend to end …..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Ghosted by property owner

We were snowed out of one night of our stay. On December 27, the owner PROMISED us IN WRITING a refund for the night that we could not get to the property due to snow. The previous guest stayed an extra night due to snow. Now the owner is ignoring my messages. I also will NEVER EVER stay at another VRBO property. They are not helping me either.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2023
Hi there Robin, I am the new property manager over at Boulder House and just want to say we are so sorry. I am only just seeing this review now, but of course we’d love to make it right and never meant to intentionally ignore you or not dispense a refund as that is not at all how we want to operate here at Boulder House and goes against our ethics and ethos entirely. Hopefully we can find a way to make it right all these years later. Our apologies again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We LOVE Boulder House!

We LOVE Boulder House! A unique properly with wonderful art.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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