Home in Joshua Tree

A quiet desert oasis awaits at Casa Del Desierto! The renovated home sits on over 1/2 an acre and features 3 bedrooms w/ comfortable queen beds for 6 guests. Enjoy central heating and AC throughout the home. Relax in this rustic modern home with polished concrete floors, unique limestone finish walls and new appliances. Situated near the JT National Park in a quiet remote location. There are three bedrooms with queen beds, perfect for a group of friends, three couples, or a family. The space ► 8 mins ➔ Downtown Joshua Tree ► 8 mins ➔ Joshua Tree Visitor’s Center ► 15 mins ➔ Joshua Tree National Park ► 20 mins ➔ Tortoise Rock Casino ► 28 mins➔ Pappy and Harriet's ► 28 mins➔ Pioneertown ► 50 mins ➔ Palm Springs ☆ Fully Equipped Kitchen with Dishwasher ☆ 65 Inch Smart TV w/ Hulu and Disney+ ☆ New Central AC/Heat ☆ Free WiFi ☆ Self Check-In ☆ Fire Pit + BBQ ☆ Over 1/2 acre fully fenced back yard ☆ Work from home ready Wi-Fi (80 Mbps) ☆ Coffee maker (hot or iced) ☆ Washer/Dryer on premises (BYOD) ☆ Sleeps 6 (3 Queen Beds) KITCHEN Make a meal in the fully stocked kitchen equipped with everything you need to make a gourmet meal. Featuring new appliances, refrigerator with filtered water and ice maker. There is also a microwave, toaster, rice maker and blender available for quick meals. Various pots and pans, plates and bowls and utensils are also available. Coffee pods for the Keurig and a kettle are provided for you to enjoy. There is a Ninja drip coffee machine w/ froth attachment so you can enjoy your coffee hot or iced. Please bring your choice of ground coffee to brew. COOLING + HEATING Cool off in the brand new central AC in the hot summer months or warm up on cold nights with the central heat. The digital Nest thermostat allows for ease of use. (Centralized AC/Heat in the desert is an upgraded amenity. Many homes in the desert use evaporative cooling or mini-splits, which may not provide maximum comfort. We want our guests to have the best comfort :) ) LIVING ROOM There’s plenty of sitting space to relax and unwind. After a long day of hiking and exploring JT, enjoy a fun movie night or watch your favorite tv show on the 65 inch flat screen Smart TV with Roku, Hulu and Disney+, you can also sign in to your Netflix account. BEDROOMS All bedrooms are outfitted with high quality mattresses, down pillows and comforters. Enjoy room darkening curtains for a good nights sleep. BATHROOM Walk-in shower fully stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper (starter pack) and fresh bath towels. There is also a blow dryer available for your convenience. PET FRIENDLY (pet cleaning fee required) Our home welcomes your furry dog friend and our fully fenced back yard allows for them to enjoy the desert. We have pet bowls available for their food and water. Guest must agree to all pet rules and guidelines. Please add all dogs to your reservation. A $60 pet fee will apply to your reservation. WIFI/WFH/CELL SERVICE There’s a private work space available in the master bedroom. Free WiFi is available for those trips that include doing a bit or a lot of work. Feel free to roam the house or backyard to find a comfortable place of your own to work from. OUTDOORS There is a fire pit perfect for stargazing outdoors. The large fully fenced yard is perfect for kids to explore or for your furry friends to enjoy. There is a charcoal BBQ available for cooking dinner under the stars. (Firewood stock is not guaranteed, please bring your own or purchase from a local grocery store. Please bring charcoal if you plan to use the BBQ grill.) NATURE We get chipmunks, quail, jackrabbits, roadrunners and different species of lizards visit us. You may also encounter other desert wildlife, such as coyotes, mice, snakes, beetles, spiders and other bugs (please keep doors closed to reduce outdoor creatures from entering the home). We also have Joshua Trees and cactus on the property so please be careful near them and wear shoes while outside. Please be respectful of all wildlife. ***Please do not leave children or pets outside unattended as coyotes are frequently seen on properties in the desert. ** OTHER Washer/Dryer (Bring your own detergent) Iron + Ironing board Charcoal BBQ Grill (please bring your own charcoal/lighter) Fire pit (don’t forget to stop at the local store for firewood) Bose speaker Life size Janga and board games Guest access You will have full access of the property, which sits on over half an acre, fully fenced backyard, to explore and enjoy! There is sufficient parking in the driveway for three cars. Other things to note Security In an effort to maintain a secure premise, the home is equipped with security cameras facing the front of the home(outdoor only). Septic System We are on a fragile septic system here in the desert. PLEASE DO NOT FLUSH ANYTHING OTHER THAN TOILET PAPER DOWN THE TOILET! This includes but is not limited to baby wipes (or wipes of any kind), feminine hygiene products, facial tissue, paper towels, hair, etc. These things WILL clog the system and you will NOT get be able to use the shower, sinks or toilets. Quiet Hours Seeing the beautiful stars and moon at night is made possible by the low light pollution in Joshua Tree. Please turn off outdoor lights after 10PM so we can do our part in maintaining amazing sky views. Sound travels easily in the desert - please keep noise levels down after 10PM. Guests You are not permitted to have any guests on the property beyond those included in your rental agreement/reservation unless you request and receive prior permission from us. This includes overnight guests. Neighborhood- please note our neighbors have dogs. Pack and Play: Please bring your own sheets. Pack and play is located in the bedroom closet. Early Check-in/ Late Checkout Early check in and late checkout includes a fee of $25, upon availability. Please ask about availability. EVENTS, PARTIES & COMMERCIAL PHOTOSHOOTS Not permitted without prior approval, applicable permit, and additional fees. Please reach out to us if you need to book the space for any of the above. We will do our best to work with you and help with local talent/vendors in the area. For photo shoots/films and anything else similar, please contact us first for permission. NOTE: As with many areas in Joshua Tree, access to the home requires driving ON A DIRT ROAD (unless you take the alternate route) but the seclusion, privacy, and the views are definitely worth it! There is also a paved road option detailed in the check-in instructons. OTHER: Guest to bring their own laundry detergent. Guest to bring their own firewood and charcoal Guest to clean the BBQ and tools for their use. Registration Details CESTRP-2022-00667