Joshua Tree National Park is located in the southernmost region of California. This park is home to two distinct desert ecosystems named the Mojave and Colorado. Joshua Tree lies at an ecological crossroads where the high Mojave Desert meets the low Colorado Desert. The park is named after these Joshua trees as they are the largest of the yuccas tree species ever found and can grow up to 12 meters (39 feet) tall over 150 years. Joshua trees are majorly found in the Mojave desert region of Joshua Tree National Park, California. Staying at Joshua Tree Village is a must as this huge park cannot be explored fully in a day. So, please read further to find the list of top 10 vacation rentals near Joshua Tree National Park.
1. Luxurious home with private pool (from USD 134)
Located in Terra Lago, this rental is one of the most affordable and safest family vacation rentals in Joshua Tree. The house has three bedrooms and two baths along with an outdoor oasis in the landscaped backyard. You can spend your time walking around on beautiful landscapes, lounging in the private pool, go on a short cruise across a 20-acre lake in a pint-sized boat or grill your favorite food on the outside grilling section. You can also take pleasure at the famous Terra Lago Golf Club. Even though you are away from your home, you won’t miss your home when staying here.
Evolve | Indio Home - Private Pool & Putting GreenAccommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 30
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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Amenities were plenty Enough dishes for everyone Very spacious houseor so The kitchen is very nice with a good supply of all the necessitiesEnough bedrooms to comfortably fit 5 adultsPros: Spacious common areas; very well equipped kitchen; garage large enough for 2 vehicles; lovely pool and jacuzzi Very safe as the gate guards will not admit anyone who is not on the listHost:
We hope to return next yearManagement company sympathetic and responsive Cons: Owner slow to respond to questions and phone calls Lots of issues with check in because of thisWe enjoyed the spa after golfing each day which helped with sore musclesVery clean Owner responded promptly and made sure we had everything we neededGreat place Well equipped with household supplies and loved the pool Security and was a bit strict but once figured out no problem Would definitely recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
The neighborhood is very quiet and the location is great for getting to and from the many golf courses in the areaThe house was beautiful very spacious in a quiet secluded areaEnjoyed by everyone Close to the Indian Wells tennis centerHowever once we were in the house and found an issue with the AC owner had someone out very quickly and issue was resolved
2. Desert cottage (from USD 161)
If you are looking for a small family home or a perfect stay for a small group of friends then, this desert cottage is an ideal vacation rental in Joshua tree for you. Located just 3 miles (4.8km) from the North entrance of Joshua Tree National Park in a quaint and quiet neighborhood, this cottage is super comfy and a terrific place offering great facilities. You can avail a well- equipped kitchen and cook yourself your favorite meal in a hassle-free manner.
M&L Desert Cottage - 3 miles from the North entrance of Joshua Tree!Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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The kitchen was well equipped and the bed and living room very comfortableThe kitchen was fully loaded with everything neededIt was so warm cozy and comfortableWe enjoyed the kitchen so much we decided to make dinner every night instead of eating outThe kitchen was perfectly stocked which made it so easy to prepare mealsCleanliness:
Clean and well-keptHost:
Modern clean home with great instructions and books to help guide exploring Joshua TreeWe absolutely loved the desert cottageWe encountered one unexpected issue and the owner was very responsive dealing with it quickly and appropriatelymy only suggestion is some facecloths and dishclothshelpful informative and quick to reply to all my queriesRead more reviewsLocation:
The location was so convenient to the north entrance of park which we explored every day of our 5 daythe magnificent Joshua Tree National Park Mark and Lyanne go out of their way to make sure everything is set before you get there and their customer service is perfect Looking forward to returnin...Location was ideal easy entrance into Joshua Treeand we loved watching movies on NetflixThis rental is minutes from the Visitors Center and the eastside park entrance
3. Cactus Adobe (from USD 147)
Located in the City of 29 Palms, Cactus Adobe is a unique historic homestead featuring a cactus garden. The house is surrounded by private outdoor patios, a number of local desert plants, metal art, and artifacts. The house is super comfortable and has all the modern facilities along with a barbeque (BBQ), lounge furniture and a fireplace. Joshua Tree, Yucca Valley, and Palm Springs are located nearby. You can take a quick look at the Cleghorn and Mojave wilderness areas as well.
Cactus Adobe - Joshua tree Nat''l ParkAccommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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The heater and air conditioner is just one unit in the living roomThe spacious outside shower was a bonusthe shower might not be okay for youIt was just the right size for the three of usPlenty of space in bedrooms and living room Great outdoor areaCleanliness:
The pillows were good and there were extras offeredThe house was so unique and charming and had everything we needed and moreThe house is in good condition and is maintained nicelyThe house itself was very clean and well kept Owner friendly and helpfulHost:
All very well kept with loveflexible responsive and accommodatingthe host could not be more responsiveThe garden is spacious and nicely designed with eclectic pieces of art Patricia was extremely responsive and even gave us an early check-in LocationThe owners checked on us too and made us feel right at home Perfect location as well We would definitely stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
That makes star gazing betterTwentynine Palms is a small city so really anywhere in the city is going to be close to Joshua Tree National ParkCozy little house with lots of personalityThe photos seemed like a cute house but thankfully it was even better in personA bit like going back in time (in a good way)
4. The Ridge at Joshua Tree (from USD 204)
Located between the exactly in the middle between the two parks (Park Boulevard in Joshua tree village and Utah trail and it’s park entrance in Twentynine Palms), The Ridge is a super friendly vacation rental in Joshua Tree. Owned by Jeff and Brittny, the place has an astonishing decor with personal familial touches. It is a quiet and peaceful place surrounded by a beautiful hillside view of the valley and mountains, hiking trails, etc.
Home in Joshua Tree · ★4.96 · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 bathJoshua Tree, California, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
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spacious strong a/c comfortable bedsvery comfortable cozy with incredible views during the day and a sky full of stars at nightfantastic space with lots of room and a great living areathe space was cozy cute and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway from the cityvery comfortable - lots of room to stretch out and scenic spot on top of the ridgeCleanliness:
everything is very clean and the whole apartment is stylish with a bit vintage touchsuper clean and very easy check in check outthe place was clean and the home decor was modern and chicit was beautiful clean really well stocked and super comfortable for 3 of useverything was squeaky clean and comfortable and easy to get toHost:
the hosts were very responsivewonderful home and lovely hostsso lovely in every way and the homeowners were beyond accommodating and communicativethey were also very helpful and quick to respondjeff and brittny were the perfect hosts quick responses with very helpful informationRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very close to joshua tree‘s national parklocation location the location was amazing for a perfect getawaynear lots of cute restaurants and shopsgreat spot close to town and to the parkthis location is in close proximity to any local restaurant shopping venues or touristy attractions
5. Park Boulevard House in the Joshua Tree Village
Built in the 1940s, Park Boulevard House in the Joshua Tree Village is one of the original structures in Joshua Tree. Located at a very convenient place, this house is one of the best vacation rentals in Joshua Tree. The house has a fully functioning kitchen with lots of space, a table for four, concrete countertops, a dishwasher and fridge, a gas range and an oven. You can find a number of places within walking distance, such as the saloon, the National Park Visitor’s Center, Coyote Corner Gift Shop, Crossroads Cafe, Park Rock Cafe, the Farmer’s market, the Thai restaurant and Antique stores.
Home in Joshua Tree · ★4.96 · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 bathJoshua Tree, California, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the house has so many cool features like the backyard space and the beautiful open kitchenthe place was absolutely beautiful amazing furnishings and incredible kitchen can’t wait to stay againthe interior of the house was calming and comfortablewe had a great mellow stay here just hanging out and taking a dip in the little wading pooli especially appreciate the bed in the back yard for star gazingCleanliness:
it was very clean and communication was greatthis place is dripping in charm it's clean modern and still feels vintage/throwbackthe house itself is fabulous stylish and cleanryan’s place is a very cool space super spacious relaxing and cleanspace is very charming thoughtfully designed and cleanHost:
ryan is a superb hostryan was a great host with very helpful advice and quick communicationryan is an excellent host & we had a wonderful timeryan is a delightful hostryan is a great and conscientious hostRead more reviewsLocation:
outstanding location within walking distance to town and a short drive to the parkgreat location to go downtown or to the parkperfect location and amazing houseamazing place wonderful location near joshua parkthis house is so close to jt
6. Rental in Joshua Tree Village (from USD 458)
A neat and clean two-bedroom two bathroom house, this rental is a perfect place for people seeking to enjoy every aspect of their stay. The house decor is extremely beautiful and intricately designed, keeping every requirement for guests in mind. The house is located just 10 minutes from the west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park. The beauty and comfort offered by the host make this one of the best vacation rentals in Joshua Tree.
Home in Joshua Tree · ★4.87 · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 2 bathsJoshua Tree, California, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the house has reliable wifi and ac which allowed us to be very comfortable in the heat- no fan heaters or other help for when the temperature dipsway exceeded our expectations very comfortable and the aesthetics was in pointthe bed and sheets were incredibly comfortable we both slept very wellwhat a beautiful home the beds were insanely comfy and the house invitingCleanliness:
beautiful clean and spaciousit is so clean so gorgeous such a nice place to stay in the desertan absolutely gorgeous place perfectly clean amazing amenitiesgreat place for 4 people very unique decor and super cute and cleanHost:
geneva was very responsive and helpfulgeneva was super responsive and helpfulabsolutely rad spot and genuinely amazing hostssara and rich were super accommodating and kind hosts and we had everything we could’ve possibly neededevery communication from the host was friendly and promptRead more reviewsLocation:
great close access to the parkthe location is perfect for the parka really peaceful spot close to the parkamazing the location was perfectloved the proximity to the park as well
Visit the Joshua Tree National Park
When visiting California, Joshua Tree National Park should be at the top of your list as here, you can witness the weird aspects of natural beauty in the form of boulders, buttresses, rugged mountains, gold mining ruins, desert plains and many more. Book a vacation rental in Joshua Tree for your near and dear ones and spend some quality time exploring the wealth of nature in this part of California.
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