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Desert Dusk

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Desert Dusk offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree Highlands. Unwind with a soak in the hot tub, gaze up at starry skies, and recharge your creative energy amidst colorful gardens.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Desert Dusk

Desert Dusk is a private retreat of a scientist and a writer who created a colorful, eclectic, peaceful home where you can forget the stresses of city life. Sitting on 2.5 acres in the highly desirable neighborhood of Joshua Tree Highlands, this home is surrounded by a beautiful garden, breathtaking views of the hills, and plenty of local wildlife. This bright and breezy home is the perfect place to recharge your creative juices, enjoy the hottub, watch the sun go down or look up at the stars.
This colorful & eclectic retreat is the perfect place to relax and recoup. Take in the stunning mountain views and the vast desert floors. It features a king-size bed in the master bedroom, a steam shower and a soaker tub in the master bathroom, a queen-size bed in the second bedroom that is right next to the second bathroom which features a tub/shower combo, a perfectly located hot tub, an amazing outdoor shower, a gas outdoor firepit and an indoor wood burning stove. All rooms have their own private exits to the stunning desert gardens. Very private, but with neighboring houses within sight so that you don't feel dangerously remote. Energy-saving evaporative coolers and gas heating to create a cool oasis when needed and keeps it toasty when there's a nip in the air.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Duraflame logs only in the fireplace please. I provide one upon checkin. If you feel like you may need more Most grocery stores and Walmart carry them

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2021-01767
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Desert Dusk Joshua Tree
Desert Dusk Private vacation home
Desert Dusk Private vacation home Joshua Tree

About the area

Map
Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Joshua Tree Courthouse - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Hi-Desert Medical Center - 10 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Good China Star - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Más o Menos - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Desert Dusk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Desert Dusk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Desert Dusk?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Desert Dusk located?

Located in Joshua Tree Highlands, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center and Joshua Tree Art Gallery. World Famous Crochet Museum and Hi-Desert Cultural Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Desert Dusk Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

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

Loved it.

Lovely house with great attention to detail. Kitchen is small but well stocked with everything you need to actually cook. Interesting artwork throughout. Great light, beautiful landscaping and outdoor space. Nice, quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur K.

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

Great Getaway

We ended up at Sarah's place after Vrbo cancelled a reservation elsewhere in town. This house is great as a base of operations for JTNP, as well as for a brief retreat with high comfort yet outdoor pleasures. Sarah was quickly responsive to questions. It was an easy good time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

James L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and house!

Great house, comfy bed and plenty of space. About time for an upgrade in the bathroom but other than that everything was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Ross A., Bowen Island, Canada

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

Joshua Tree Retreat

Loved this place. Beautiful views inside and outside the house, secluded desert location, and nice home layout made this such a relaxing place to getaway. Mountain biked the local trails, enjoyed the sunset dinners, and loved the hot tub under the desert skies. Sarah was very accommodating as a host, and we will be sure to return. Many thanks, Ross
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

david n.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Should be called Desert Dusty.

Location, landscaping and property in general was very good.. Outside very charging, inside highly funtional with good sized rooms and lots of windows, kitchen plenty of utensils, dishes, etc... What was really a dissapointment was how dusty the place was. The blinds, corners of floor, hair, pet dander,ceiling fans all had many layer of built up dust, spider webs and dead bugs. There also looked like there was mold or fungus in the bathrooms in the showers and on the sink tiles. Now I realized these are rentals and not to expect too much (even when the photos look spotless)... but this was on the owner and thier lack of consistent housekeeping. I did mention this to Sarah and did not get a reply other than "its been windy lately" - I do I did not know that wind blower in spider website and hair. Oh and the fire pit didnt work. So if you arent that pick about dust, bugs or spider webs or dont have allergies, then this place is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021