Hi Desert Onyx - Desert Escape - Spa, Cowboy Pool & Stargazing Deck
Welcome to the Hi Desert Onyx, a tranquil desert retreat designed for slowing down and reconnecting. Set on 2.5 acres dotted with over twenty Joshua Trees, this peaceful hideaway invites you to unwind and recharge.
Take in the sunrise over the mountains, relax in the hot tub, or spend a quiet evening stargazing beneath wide-open desert skies. The cowboy pool is open year-round, which is perfect for cooling off in the heat or cold plunging in the cooler months. Outdoor Highlights:
- 2.5 acres surrounded by Joshua Trees and native desert plants
- Cowboy pool with pump (open year-round, ideal for cooling off or cold plunging)
- Hot tub with jets overlooking the desert
- 15-foot outdoor deck lined with market lights
- Privacy fencing throughout the property
- Covered patio with leash hooks, outdoor dining, one-person swing, BBQ with utensils and dinnerware
- Horseshoes
- Fire pit with Adirondack chairs and roasting sticks
- Onsite parking
Indoor Highlights:
- Coffee station stocked with Joshua Tree Coffee, Chemex, French press, and instant options
- Fully stocked kitchen with everything you need for meals at home
- Record player with Bluetooth connection (records included)
- Games, books, cookbooks, and binoculars for bird watching and stargazing
- Kid-friendly: Pack ’n Play and highchair provided
- Dog-friendly: bowls, bags, and food mat
- Mini split AC in living room + ceiling fans in every room
- Writer’s desk for journaling or remote work
- No TV - intentionally designed for unplugging and recharging
Great location:
11 mins ➔ Pappy & Harriet's
12 mins ➔ Pioneertown
7 mins ➔ La Copine
15 mins ➔ Integratron
11 mins ➔ Downtown Joshua Tree
18 mins ➔ Joshua Tree National Park
40 mins ➔ Palm Springs
5 mins ➔ Grocery stores + local shops
Local Experiences:
Make the most of your time here with our favorite local experiences.
Sound baths at the Integratron or with a local practitioner
Massage, bodywork, or energy sessions at the house
Guided desert hikes and nature walks
Yoga, Pilates, or breathwork under open skies
Stargazing and astronomy tours
Horseback rides through desert trails
Cold plunges and wellness sessions with local experts
We’d love to connect you with our favorite local guides and practitioners. Guests have full private access to the house. The detached garage remains locked. The entire property is fenced in. We're available 24/7 if you need anything. Additional guests beyond your booking are not permitted unless approved in advance.
Dog friendly ($75 pet fee). No dogs on furniture. Please report at booking if bringing a pet.
Septic system: flush only toilet paper.
Bring your own firewood for the fire pit (purchase locally).
No smoking anywhere on property.
Events or photo shoots require prior approval and separate fees.
Desert plants have sharp thorns, take care with pets and children.
Quiet hours: 10 PM–7 AM. Sound carries far in the desert.
Hot tub + cowboy pool use is at guest’s own risk (see waiver info).