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Joshua Tree Retreat, Private Pool, garden and Cave-Inspired Estate Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Does Joshua Tree Retreat, Private Pool, garden and Cave-Inspired Estate have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Q: Is Joshua Tree Retreat, Private Pool, garden and Cave-Inspired Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is Joshua Tree Retreat, Private Pool, garden and Cave-Inspired Estate located?

Located in Panorama Heights, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Joshua Tree Courthouse, Hi-Desert Medical Center, and World Famous Crochet Museum. Joshua Tree Community Center and Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

10/10 Excellent

michele f.

Sep 8, 2025

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Perfect location to reach both park entrances. Outdoor space was amazing with pool set in boulders and walk to remote part of park. Dale was a great host. Will stay here again

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerry j.

Sep 2, 2025

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The property is amazing we arrived toured the location with Dale the owner spent the days at the pool and the night in the spa this is a one in a million location we saw big horn sheep-snakes-rabbits-road runners and very large lizards all from the lounge chairs at the pool over 3 days....

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber A.

May 30, 2025

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Perfect getaway

This place has it all: gorgeous boulders to climb and stargaze on, caves to have a bonfire and picnic in, pool to cool off in and a big hot tub to relax in after a long day of exploring. This place has the most beautiful, peaceful energy. My daughter especially loved the playhouse and my pug loved napping everywhere especially in the cave. We can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Mar 24, 2025

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Boulder adventure with resort style

We had a great stay, climbing boulders on property, visiting the park and relaxing by the gorgeous pool. The house is well equipped. The host is kind and responsive and a wealth of interesting information.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome M.

Apr 29, 2025

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Joshua Getaway

Amazing house in an unusual garden setting, far upslope from the main road. Sited against natural rock formations the property is surrounded by surprise spaces. Pool and hot tub for star gazing. We walked into Joshua Tree via a public access less than a mile from the house.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maija N.

Mar 3, 2025

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Paris in the desert

The house interior is like a Paris apartment with the colors, artwork and lighting. The juxtaposition of that with the desert outside is a surprising delight. The many terraces are lovely. The pool area is better than a 5 star.resort

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

Feb 26, 2025

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Great property

This property is great! Just as advertised, we took advantage of lounging by the pool, rock climbing, star watching and nice long walks. Just what we needed. Dale is a great host, showed us around the property and answered any/all questions that we had and stayed in contact during our stay to insure we had everything we needed. We would recommend this property to family and friends.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Feb 4, 2025

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Birthday getaway

Our family vacation in Joshua tree was made unforgettable thanks to our Vrbo stay , it was a beautifully home with lost of history and an amazing backyard. It was exactly what our daughter wanted for her birthday (which was climbing the boulders) we will definitely be booking again over the summer with more time in our stay so we can enjoy the pool . Thanks Dale for sharing this beautiful home with us.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Oct 1, 2024

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Relaxing stay

My family had the best time at the Villa. My adult kids pretty much spent the entire week in the pool. We hiked the 49 palms hike, which was so pretty and saw so much wildlife in the area. Dale was an excellent host and we enjoyed hearing about his plans and the new Villa.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose D.

Jan 30, 2025

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A special place

Comfortable, private and beautiful retreat nestled into a ridge of desert boulders near JT entrances. Rock climbing, caves, pool/spa and a great library! Adaptation to climate change forced replacement of original roses and lavender with large trees, rosemary, jasmine, birds of paradise, blue palo verde and more. Devoted stewardship and a very special place!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Jul 1, 2024

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Perfect local and very private.

Stayed 3 nights in June. This was exactly what my wife and i were hoping for. Very private, with a great view and nice pool. Close to everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Dec 23, 2024

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Wonderful property and host in Joshua Tree

Just had an amazing short vacation at Dales property in Joshua Tree. His landscaping is amazing, the pool is as spectacular as the pictures. So much better than staying in a hotel. Here you can sit in the Hot Tub and watch the stars for as long as you want, uninterrupted! Dale is a great host, and a very creative artist, which shows in his carefully crafted garden, which has unique film set props.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla B.

Oct 15, 2024

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Perfect Desert Getaway!

We recently stayed at this desert rental, and it exceeded all my expectations! The property was beautifully maintained, with stunning views and all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was ideal for exploring nearby attractions and enjoying the tranquility of the desert. The host was incredibly responsive and provided excellent recommendations for local activities and dining. We especially loved the outdoor space for stargazing at night. I can’t recommend this place enough—it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing escape!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie R.

Jan 8, 2025

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Perfect Getaway Spot

My friends and I had a wonderful time staying at this property. Dale was very communicative and friendly and gave us a thorough tour of the house and property upon our arrival--it's clear that he has put a lot of work into it and is a steward of the land and a genuine appreciator of Joshua Tree's beauty. The kitchen is fully stocked, the beds are comfortable, the outdoor spaces are wonderful to spend time in. We even saw big horns during our stay! Very close to downtown Joshua Tree and not far from Twentynine Palms or Yucca Valley. If you're looking for a peaceful vacation in nature, this is the place for you.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jun L.

Jul 11, 2025

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Relax and explore all on the same property!

The house was a bit cramped for a family of five but we didn't book this place to be inside. It's an older house so don't expect modern day luxuries but the AC blows cold, the water pressure is great, the kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to cook meals and there are plenty of books to read if you're into that. Also, there's a great coffee spot (Mas o menos) right down the street which was a plus. Dale is accommodating and will give you a tour of the site during your check in. I know this isn't for everyone so just keep that in mind. The real star of the show is the back side of the property. There's a stand alone jacuzzi which is perfect for relaxing and staring at the sky. The pool is amazing and fenced in and backs up to the sprawling boulder area. My kids loved climbing the boulders and each day they would explore higher and higher. The high cave was their favorite spot. It was great to have that option for the days we didn't feel like making the trek into JTNP. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

May 12, 2024

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Desert Sanctuary

This was our third time at Dale's place, we love the solitude and the desert landscape. The rocks behind the house are a wonderful playground. Dale has done a great job of creating outdoor spaces for relaxing and socializing. The pool area is one of the most beautiful I have seen.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Schaffen B.

Sep 29, 2024

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Beautiful, Unique Oasis in the dessert

The villa was beautiful, spacious and unique. I wished we could have stayed longer than 1 full day because we didn’t even get to lounging poolside. We did enjoy exploring the caves, the wonderful hot tub under the stars, and even meeting the resident roadrunner who greeted us at breakfast. Dale is a spry young man who has lived a full life and is full of stories! He’s built something amazing here.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike I.

Oct 4, 2023

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U2/Joshua tree experience

Started with opening night of the U2 sphere residency, followed by a day in the Joshua Tree National Park. Found this cute place near the park with a wonderful backyard and on site hiking. Want to come back and stay longer!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raul J.

Dec 16, 2024

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Desert oasis

We rented this property for a getaway for my wifes birthday. We were looking to relax and we definitely found the place to do it. Dale has done a great job turning the grounds into a private & relaxing getaway nestled in the rocks. The grounds are great for hanging out by the pool to read, swim or take a nap in the hammock (which I did). Star gazing in the jacuzzi was fantastic and all the stores & restaraunts are 10/15min away. You can hike around right from the house & all the patios have a view. We ate breakfast outside every morning. The resident Roadrunner paid us several visits as well. We will definitely be going back! The

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexie G.

Apr 23, 2025

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Outstanding Property & Host!

Incredible VRBO 10/10. Exceeded our expectations. We’d HIGHLY recommend. Beautiful gardens.We were a party of 4 ( 2 couples) visiting from Vermont looking for a base to explore Joshua Tree National Park. We drove from Las Vegas after 3 nights of Dead & Company at the Sphere and wanted a chill place to hang & enjoy nature.Boy, did we hit the jackpot!Dale is a wonderful host & we couldn’t have been happier with our stay.The pool & spa were so clean & refreshing.The whole property is absolutely magical with eye popping vistas in all directions. We especially loved all the terraces outside every room in the home bordered by mammoth rock formations & beautiful gardens. All the paths throughout the property are a joy to explore.We found the home included all the necessary amenities for cooking, cocktail making, & relaxing one could possibly imagine. We enjoyed a campfire every evening as we awaited the night sky & desert critters.One of the coolest lodging experiences we’ve encountered.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa J.

Dec 14, 2023

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Comfortable getaway

We had a great time in Joshua Tree and felt very comfortable at Dale’s home. We built a fire several evenings and sat in the jacuzzi… wonderful! The house is a bit old fashioned and lovely with the art and books all around. Very private. The pool area is beautiful but it was too chilly for us to swim. Dale is a great guy!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Apr 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This places was very nice and private! The layout outside with the pool and hot tub was great. My wife and I had a most relaxing time. The house is between the west and north entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the north entrance, which is less busy than the west entrance. We saw lots of lizards and gila monsters on the property. There is a nice hike on the property as well. We were lucky enough to see a bobcat on one of the last days we were there! That was very exciting, as they are very skittish. The only complaint I would have(very minor), is the kitchen is a little small. There is plenty of seating to eat inside or out. We ate outside most of the time, which was pleasant. I highly recommend staying here! Dale kept in contact, and made sure everything was satisfactory. Thank you Dale! We will be back in the near future!

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

Oct 25, 2023

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Relaxing Joshua Tree Oasis

Property is in a beautiful location against the boulders of Joshua Tree. The pool and hot tub are set into the rocks as shown in the pictures. The house has all the amenities necessary for a trouble free and serene stay and the beds were very comfortable. Grocery stores and shops are a few minutes away, however, the property is far enough away to provide a tranquil, relaxing experience. Dale is a very interesting host and is available a short distance away to answer any questions. This was the perfect location for a family weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Sep 3, 2024

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Profound property!

Life becomes rich when you stay in beautiful places and meet interesting people. If you’re a creative family and would like an experience that is not cookie cutter, you will enjoy this property! The location of the home situated adjacent to huge boulders was truly profound. Our seven-year-old daughter’s highlight was climbing the boulders and exploring the cave and of course swimming in the salt water pool. She said she wanted to stay and build a tiny home on the cliff overlooking the pool! We will cherish our experience in Joshua Tree. Dale was a kind and interesting host, his passion and creativity was a true inspiration.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

May 20, 2024

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Great Getaway from the City

The property is nestled against Joshua Tree National Park. It feels secluded but it is only a 10-minute drive to civilization. There are plenty of grocery stores, dining options and shops nearby. That said, you are far enough from the main highway to hear silence and enjoy the serenity of the night sky. The property is well kept, and the owner is very hospitable. He met us at the property and gave us a tour highlighting all the available amenities including showing us nearby hiking trails and how to access the on-property cave. He is available for questions and easy to get along with. I would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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