The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP

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A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, a bed, and large windows offering a view of the landscape.
A kitchen with yellow cabinets, a window with a view of a desert landscape, a stainless steel sink, and a dish rack.
Two wicker chairs with cushions, positioned outdoors with a desert landscape and mountains in the background.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, large windows, and a view of the desert.
A desert-style house with a covered patio, outdoor furniture, and various desert plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Twentynine Palms, CA
  • Place, Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Knott Sky Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Twentynine Palms Visitor Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪85 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Sunroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Twentynine Palms

Located in Indian Cove, a neighbourhood in Twentynine Palms, this holiday home is in a rural area. Theatre 29 and 29 Palms Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Split Rock and Ryan Mountain. Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce and Sky's the Limit Observatory and Nature Center are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking, rock climbing and ecotours in the area.
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Twentynine Palms, CA

What's nearby

  • Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Knott Sky Park - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Twentynine Palms Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Theatre 29 - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • 29 Palms Historical Society - 12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria 29 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP on 16 November 2026 start from NZ$786, 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.

How much is parking at The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Skelton House with views of Indian Cove, JTNP located?

Located in Indian Cove, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail and within 6 miles (10 km) of Knott Sky Park and Twentynine Palms Visitor Center. Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce and Theatre 29 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. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is extremely clean and the communications with the owner was good. If going to JTNP this is not far from the north entrance and is in a quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2026
Thank you for staying with us at The Skelton House! I'm so glad you found the home clean and the location quiet, and that it made for an easy trip to the north entrance of Joshua Tree National Park. You're welcome back anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place and photos don’t do it justice. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
Thank you for the 5-star review! I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the beds comfortable—it’s always great to hear guests feel right at home. And I couldn’t agree more, the views of Indian Cove are even more stunning in person! You’re welcome back anytime to enjoy more of those desert vistas.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it

Quite, private, and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
Mike, thank you for the 10/10! I’m so glad you loved your stay and found it quiet, private, and comfortable—just the way a desert getaway should be. You’re welcome back anytime for more peace and relaxation under the Joshua Tree skies.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Desert Retreat

The property was a wonderful oasis in the desert. It was secluded yet had easy access to all amenities. Patricia, the property manager, was super helpful and responsive. I would encourage individuals, families, and business travelers to utilize this property. The fact that this property was historically significant (Red Skelton) made it even more enjoyable and unique.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2024
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so pleased to hear that the property felt like an oasis and offered the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. Knowing that the historical significance added to your experience is wonderful—it truly is a unique place! Thank you for recommending it to others, and we’d love to welcome you back for more memorable desert stays.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I enjoyed a recent stay at the Skelton house. It felt secluded with a fabulous patio view of the sunrise and also great for stargazing. Perfect location near the north entrance to Joshua Tree NP. After long days of hiking the spacious bathroom was luxurious and relaxing. Surround sound in main room was excellent and we enjoyed screen-casting our pictures from the day. Full kitchen was perfect for morning breakfast and packing lunches for a day hiking in the park. Thank you to our hosts for a fabulous stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 December 2025
Kim, thank you for the wonderful 5-star review! I’m so glad you and your husband enjoyed your stay at the Skelton House. The quiet, secluded feel and that sunrise patio really are something special—and the stargazing is hard to beat out here. It’s great to hear the spacious bathroom was a relaxing retreat after long days of hiking, and I’m happy you made good use of the surround sound and kitchen. Being so close to the North Entrance makes it easy to maximize your time in the park, and I’m thrilled the home had everything you needed for a comfortable, memorable trip. Thank you again for staying—I’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destressing in the desert

Beautiful relaxing property with all we needed to destress and just be. No elaborate checkout procedures (just put stuff back where you found it, run the dishwasher), real furniture inside and out so you can actually relax, beautiful views, stunning sound system, and great coffee! Excellent communication with host. We are already planning return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
Laura, thank you for the wonderful 10/10 review! I’m so glad you found everything you needed to truly unwind and “just be.” It’s great to hear you enjoyed the views, the sound system, and that first cup of coffee with the desert quiet—it’s one of my favorite parts of the day out here too. I really appreciate your kind words about the communication and simplicity of the stay. Can’t wait to welcome you back when those plans come together!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a spacious one bedroom one bathroom nestled in the desert between the two northern Joshua Tree entrances. Host was super communicative and the property was beautiful. I liked the specific directions to the property, especially the advisory that Google Maps is incorrect. That saved me for sure. I also like the light button labels and the comfortable furnishings. My only recommendation is a washer and dryer for people who would need them. I highly recommend the property to prospective visitors!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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