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Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.

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A starry night sky over a rocky landscape with a pathway leading to a building with a blue-lit window. - Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten. (Yucca Valley)
A kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a hanging light fixture. - Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten. (Yucca Valley)
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You can look forward to a firepit, a playground, and a hot tub at Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.

  • "Stop looking for other listings, this is the one... from hot tub stargazing to the amazing hikes right in the backyard, we honestly didn't leave for three days."

    - Steven, San Francisco

    An artistic and comfortable three bedroom house plus two sleeping cabins, we were a star feature on the recent Parade of Homes tour. We are located at the end of a dirt road and nestled in six acres of surreal boulder landscape. We are equally close to the Park entrance and Pioneertown. Off the back porch is 200 acres of park-like desert to explore. Loaded with features and nice touches, and . . . the most sublime hot tub experience in the high desert!


    ** NOTE: The listed base rate is for the main house - up to FOUR GUESTS. Rates including the sleeping cabins are structured according to guest count. Please read rates carefully when requesting a booking. We keep the maximum at ten guests.

    There are stunning boulder views from every window. Outside, enjoy the back porch, the 'lookout lounge' which overlooks the town of Joshua Tree and the national park, a hot tub, a cowboy tub, a yoga deck, a horseshoe pit, barbecue, great hangout spots, and more boulder piles than you can explore in a weekend.

    Just off the back porch is over 200 acres of pristine desert for you to explore. Nothing but boulders, joshua trees, wildlife . . . And silence!

    A scenic walking bridge takes you to a new six person saltwater hot tub surrounded by boulders - a stargazer's dream!

    We are uniquely situated between the national park entrance in Joshua Tree and Pappy & Harriet's in Pioneertown - the best daytime and nighttime activities the high desert has to offer.

    Or. . . You may decide you don't want to leave Sweet Rock at all!

    [more information and reviews at sweet rock ranch dot com]

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About the neighborhood

Located in Yucca Valley, this vacation home is in a rural area. Joshua Tree National Park and Sand to Snow National Monument reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hi-Desert Nature Museum and Hi-Desert Cultural Center. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as rock climbing and hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Yucca Valley travel guide
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CA, Yucca Valley

What's nearby

  • A desert landscape with Joshua trees and sparse vegetation.
    Yucca Valley Community Park
    6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • A rocky desert landscape with layered rock formations and sparse vegetation.
    California Welcome Center
    9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • A person standing on a rocky outcrop with a sign reading "Mt. San Gorgon 11,503".
    Sand to Snow National Monument
    9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Hi-Desert Nature Museum
    7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Desert Christ Park
    8 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Circle K
    5 min drive
  • Panda Express
    9 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten. located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Yucca Valley Community Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hi-Desert Nature Museum and California Welcome Center. Desert Christ Park and Sand to Snow National Monument are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

Wonderful place to stay close to the national park, though one could spend days just enjoying and exploring the property itself. The property around the house provides accessible hikes with breathtaking views and the property grounds and home are full of unique touches
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property and location

We all loved our stay at Sweet Rock Ranch. Perfect relaxing getaway. Host paid amazing attention to details with everything labeled and great instructions for enjoying all aspects of the property. Great place to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Yucca Valley.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Starry Eyed Surprise

Stunning property and perfect vibey comfortable house for my group of friends. The star-gazing hot tub is next level amazing. Loved the swinging bed, boulders everywhere, and privacy with views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Retreat

Lovely property with a comfortable and friendly space. Worked qell fpr two small kids and adults who wanted to soak up the desert. Sunrise thrpugh the master window is great. Cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing desert home

Sweet Rock Ranch is incredible! From the decor to the location to the amenities you could not ask for a better vacation home near Joshua Tree. We especially enjoyed watching the birds at the feeder while we drank our morning coffee on the porch. Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Ranch

My spouse and I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful desert ranch. The home was comfortable, well appointed and filled with thoughtful touches. The property is a private desert oasis. We really enjoyed the many birds and rabbits that visit the back porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magic

From the daily pointers to well stocked kitchen, we felt well taken care of for our stay. The sunrises, light and warmth in the AM while sitting out watching the wildlife drinking (provided) local coffee was perfection. One of the best
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday getaway

Property was excellent. Well organized and layed out so we really didn’t have to look for anything. All there and labeled. Views were great and in close proximity to everything we wanted to see. 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous Property and Home

John & Deva’s home is beautiful, and the property itself is unbelievably gorgeous with all the large boulders, amenities, and wildlife. John and Deva were great at communicating and made sure we had everything we needed, and made sure everything was going well for us. I would highly recommend staying here with them. I will for sure stay again if I am ever back in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home nestled in nature

Wonderful home with boulder piles and Joshua Trees right up to the back door. The home was large and clean and neat and we liked that it had all the drawers and cabinets were well marked with their contents. Great and clear instructions for everything from the air conditioning to the hot tub. The owner was very responsive to questions and inquiries. Super cool place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Family Time!

Memorable stay with our family! Great location and beautiful grounds! The house was very clean, and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and grill. We had no issues what so ever with check-in, it went very smoothly John is a great communicator, instructions were easy to follow. We were very happy with our stay, we felt as though we were secluded and in the wilderness surrounded by boulders and wildlife. The locations of hot tub & cowboy tub felt very intimate for a relaxing time. Our family enjoyed the house so much we will return next year. Thank you John for your recommendations and suggestions
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional setting, inside and out

This is a gorgeous house in spectacular desert setting. We watched the sunset and star gazed from the hot tub. The layout of rooms--with an extra small detached bedroom--was perfect for our all-grown-up family. We all like to cook and the kitchen was well-appointed. (It is the best-labeled kitchen of any VRBO we've ever stayed in!) The living room is welcoming, with a modern brick fireplace (bring your own logs). The bathrooms are small but very functional. All around a well cared for and beautiful home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

amazing weekend

we’ve been doing an annual friends weekend for almost a decade. this was our best one yet! the pictures don’t do justice to the amazing beauty of the surrounding property. the house and its amenities are exceptionally well designed, with cozy spots for coming together as well as many different areas to explore for smaller groups. the outdoor bed was a particular highlight, but so were the record collection and the hot tub. everything is very well labeled, explained, and maintained. thanks for helping make our annual weekend extra special this time around—
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Voice of nature

This was my first time in the Joshua Tree/Yucca Valley area and it exceeded expectations. The area around Sweet Rock Ranch makes you feel like you’ve rented a space within the national park. The hiking trails out back are as close to private as you can get, with awe inspiring views in all directions. While the silence is bliss, it feels like a loud voice of nature speaking to you as the wind blows. Very special place. The accommodations were wonderful, everything was in great shape with simple straightforward directions. We rented the Homestead Cabin which was equally amazing. The only downside of the property would be there only being two bathrooms, and no on site laundry. The bathrooms were very clean and well appointed. The kitchen was well stocked and easy to use for us, we did a lot of cooking during our stay. I spent a lot of time finding this place and it was worth the extra time. Highly recommended and a perfect distance from the stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!!

I recently had the most incredible stay at an VRBO that I will never forget. The highlight of the property was the outdoor bed, which was perfect for stargazing. The mattress was so comfortable and I fell asleep under the twinkling night sky feeling like I was in a dream. The property itself was absolutely stunning, with beautiful Joshua trees and a peaceful atmosphere. I loved exploring the grounds and taking in the natural beauty that surrounded me. One of my favorite features was the cowboy tub, where I spent hours relaxing and enjoying the sunshine. The hosts were so welcoming and made me feel right at home. They were friendly and were very communicative The attention to detail in the design of the property was truly impressive and added an extra touch of grandour to my stay. I cannot recommend this VRBO enough. If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable experience, look no further than this beautiful property. I will definitely be returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Easy communication. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Joshua Tree Getaway for the Family

This place was exactly as advertised. There was plenty of space for our group (6 adults and 3 kids), and the sunrise and sunset views were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway with mini trail right in your backyard

The place was exactly as described and was a very comfortable stay. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was nearly as well stocked as my own, which is unprecedented. The beds were comfortable. The house was roomy. The views and the grounds were spectacular. The host was accommodating and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical

What an incredible magical spot. Absolutely beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Search No More

Everything from the booking to our stay was excellent. This place is special.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great time at the sweet rock ranch. The house was exactly as described and John was a great host and provided a lot of helpful information. We would for sure recommend it and definitely go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is truly fantastic - we stayed 4 nights but could have stayed so much longer! It was one of the best vrbos we have stayed in. The house itself isn’t luxurious, but it is very clean and perfect. Homey and lovely. The small cabins are very cute and rustic, just as advertised. We were with another family and together had 6 kids ages 8-17 with us - we hardly needed to leave the property as there were so many rocks to climb and places to explore. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Rental Experience

This is a terrific home - the listing is very accurate, and the owner is responsive and helpful. We will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything one could want in the desert

One of my favorite places I’ve ever stayed in! The home and surrounding boulder wonderland literally had everything and anything our group ever looked for or desired and from start to finish all communication and movement was easy and pleasant. Will definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023