★DesertGold Playhaus★3BD StarGazing Retreat| FirePit| BBQ| Yoga| GameRoom★

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8128 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Gym

Pet-friendly

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Yucca Valley, CA

Hi-Desert Nature Museum
5 min drive
Yucca Valley Community Park
5 min drive
California Welcome Center
5 min drive
Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
45 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

🌵Minutes from the Joshua Tree National Park entrance, the Desert Gold Playhaus is a spacious 3BD 2BTH home with a large enclosed outdoor space and bonus Hot Tub. Take pleasure in the tranquility of the desert with a unique and custom-made 🌟Star-Gazing Deck with rope swings and hammocks! This stunning home also comes with a 🎱GameRoom and your very own Tetherball Court! The home's eclectic mix of boho & mid-century design with mature 🌵Joshua trees on-site makes the space fun and unique!

The space
🌵 Desert Gold Playhaus has been artistically designed for your unique stay and comfort in mind
🌵 Private Hot Tub. During summer, turn off heat and enjoy the cool water with jets & lights.
🌵 Star Gazing Deck w/ Telescope. Use your own phone to take amazing pictures! Watch shooting stars, meteor showers, and constellations from the comfort of this unique and custom made star gazing deck.
🌵 Garage: Equipped with Yoga equipment & Game Room (3-in-1 Pool table, Ping Pong table, & Air hockey table). Also comes with Smart TV.
🌵 Huge and private backyard space: Stargazing deck, Tether ball court, swings, hammocks, firepit, etc. Side yard includes RV space. Entire backyard is completely enclosed.
🌵 Dogs Allowed. $50 one time fee per pet. Up to 2 pets max.
🌵 Reliable High-Speed Internet (200MBPS)
🌵 Prime Location to Downtown Joshua Tree and entrance to Joshua Tree National Park
🌵 Smart TVs: Watch Netflix, Hulu, etc.
🌵 Fully Equipped Kitchen
🌵 Washer & Dryer
🌵 Quiet and Safe Residential Location
🌵 Large Lot with a mature Joshua Tree garden
🌵 Centrally located to Joshua Tree Music Festival, Pioneer Town (Pappy and Harriets), Landers: Integratron (reservations needed), La Copine, Noah Purifoy museum, & many more attractions

Guest access
You will have access to the entire property! This includes a large secure and enclosed backyard including RV access!

Other things to note
🌵 AMENITIES:
We provide towels, hand soap, toilet paper, paper towels & trash can liners. Highly recommend you bring additional items such as extra towels/blankets/toilet paper/soap/salt/pepper/cooking spray etc.

🌵 ENTRY:
There is a keypad located at the front door for a simple keyless entry. Entry code will be provided to you 48 hours before arrival. The code is changed after every guest.

🌵 STAR-GAZING DECK:
Enjoy the custom built star-gazing deck with swings, hammocks, and rope chairs. Great spot to get insta-worthy pictures with your friends and family!

🌵 GAMEROOM/ YOGA STUDIO:
The GameRoom is located in the garage. Includes a spot to hang out, watch TV, play games (3-in-1 3-in-1 Pool table, Ping Pong table, & Air hockey table). Guests will also enjoy the yoga equipment provided

🌵 PARKING:
There is a large horseshoe driveway (2 entrances/exits) which can comfortably accommodate up to 5 vehicles. There is also a secure and enclosed area for RV Parking!

🌵 THE DRIVE:
Super simple, flat and safe road to get to the house!

🌵 INTERNET:
The house has reliable high speed internet which makes for a perfect work-cation getaway! You can access your Hulu & Netflix accounts with the Smart TV

🌵 BEDROOMS:
Bedroom 1: King size bed
Bedroom 2: Queen size bed
Bedroom 3: Queen size bed
Living Room: Pull out couch Queen size bed

🌵 KITCHEN:
Fully equipped with refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, toaster and all the basic kitchen essentials; Pots/Pans/Plates/Cups/Utensils

🌵 SECURITY:
Two Ring Flood Light security cameras are located at the front and side of the house for your security. NO cameras inside the property

🌵 THINGS TO DO:
Centrally located to amazing attractions. Here are a few of our favorites below:
- Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center Entrance about 14 minutes away
- Hi-Desert Nature Museum is 2 miles away
- Black Rock Canyon Campground is 7 minutes away
- Joshua Tree Music Festival is about 20 minutes away
- Pappy & Harriet’s is 6 miles away
- La Copine is about 14 minutes away
- Noah Purifoy Museum is 13 miles away.
- Landers Integration (reservations needed) is about 20 minutes away.

During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to California Welcome Center. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym and an arcade/games room. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.

Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
Free WiFi
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
On-site recreation includes a gym and a playground
5 minutes by car from Hi-Desert Nature Museum and 5 minutes from Yucca Valley Community Park

Property manager

Patricia

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Games
Music library
Smart TV
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Meal delivery service

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Gym
Heated pool
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden
Unit size: 1,375 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We charge $50 per pet per stay, up to 2 max.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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★DesertGold Playhaus★3BD StarGazing Retreat| FirePit| BBQ| Yoga| GameRoom★ Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

9 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine V.

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing family time

Such a wonderful home to stay in My family would stay here again 😊

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenichi S.

31 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

2 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Family Stay

This was a last minute booking for us, and Patricia made everything super easy. She was communicative and kind. The home was just lovely! We enjoyed having plenty of space to relax after a day of exploring!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pierluigi C.

25 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Very pleasant!

Nice property located close to the heart of town. Easy access to everything you will need. Very good communication with host.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

31 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved this place!

Awesome place and great memories. Loved this place; host was/is so helpful and place is just as described. Also loved the location everything was minutes away; will definitely be booking again soon. 🙏🙏

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

7 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Desert Oasis

We (family with ages kids 9 and 11) booked a very last minute trip (less than 24hours notice) and Patricia was super helpful and responsive in working with us and VRBO to get it booked when the website was having issues. The house is great and we appreciated the awesome outdoor space. The themed decor was well done and very inviting. It was super convenient for getting to JTNP and having this place to come back to after a long tiring day of hiking in the park was awesome and truly like a desert oasis. If we're ever in the area again we would stay here again. Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marina L.

1 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

great stay

Kids have fun, we had relaxing time. Will come again!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

28 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Well equipped, clean, comfortable home great for families

Patricia's property was great for our family of 4 with two young kids. The kids loved the yard with the playhouse and swings and my husband and I loved the hot tub after they were asleep in the evenings. The home was clean and well stocked with kitchen supplies, towels, and bedding. The washer/dryer was an added perk we didn't think we needed but ended up really appreciating. It is a quiet neighborhood so would not be a good property for a large gathering or party but was perfect for our quiet family retreat. We spent mornings and late afternoons in Joshua Tree and came back to the home in the mid afternoon for rest and a break from the sun. Patricia checked in to make sure we had everything we needed and was very responsive. Overall would definitely recommend this property. Thanks Patricia!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

18 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing, dog friendly retreat!

My husband and I took our two dogs to Patricia’s beautiful home for a “workcation” as we both work remotely, and we had the most wonderful time. A friend joined us as well and we loved the tranquility of the home and spacious back yard. The bed was very comfortable, kitchen is beautifully updated and spacious for cooking, and the backyard was heaven. Our dogs ran and played in the back yard while we enjoyed the little hot tub in the evenings. Plenty of space for work, play, and relaxing. Home was easy to find, checkin and check out was a breeze, and Patricia was very easy to communicate with and responsive. We will absolutely be staying again!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

14 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

We'll Be Back

Rented this place for a family getaway to celebrate my husband's 50th, and it was all we could have hoped for. Very clean, great furniture and decor (colorful and modern), the yard was a fabulous space for the kids to have fun, and the playroom garage space was an amazing perk. Location was perfect--convenient, great proximity to park, not remote or isolated, in very safe and quiet neighborhood--and host was incredibly responsive and gracious. We're definitely hoping to make it back one day, and we've already recommended this place to several of our friends.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gelisa T.

16 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Best spot in Joshua Tree

Looking for a place to spend quality time with family and/or friends? Look no further! This place is simply the best, very clean and modern (and I’ve stayed at multiple houses in Joshua Tree). The back yard was incredible! It’s suitable for all ages! I’m a sucker for a beautiful night sky and this house provides a telescope/sky deck for your family/friends to enjoy! The owners were welcoming, very understanding and had lots of patience! We had a situation on the first night with ants inside the house near the sliding door connected to the back yard but the owners dropped off spray the next morning. They were very quick! If there’s any problems Patricia will handle it professionally and efficiently!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H.

3 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Joshua tree getaway

This was a great stay, the place was clean and had everything we needed. Close to Joshua tree and in a quite neighborhood to relax and enjoy the dark nights in Yucca Valley. The host was very attentive and communication was great. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to anyone looking for a quick getaway!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phuong B.

30 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Must Visit

This place is amazing! There’s Joshua tree’s all over the neighborhood/city and in front of the home. I bet its overlooked cause they didn’t mention it much in description but there’s a cute small garden area in the front with huge trees and a mini cactus. The playhouse is sooo cute and we got so many nice pictures on the round swing’s hammock and swing chairs. We just sat outside in the shaded area under the playhouse which is so colorful. It’s even nicer at night as you can see the moon and stars so clearly’; I’ve never seen so many shooting stars! We were able to use the fire pit and roast some s’mores; this is my type of camping! Patricia is so nice and was super responsive on answering our questions! During the hottest parts of the day, we hung out in the house and play some music on the record player and watched TV. We took a break from the inside and opened the garage to play some pool, ping pong and did some stretching with the yoga supplies they had there. It’s also close to 2 guys pies which has super good pizza and its close to Joshua tree coffee company for some afternoon coffee. The house matches the national park as it’s decorated with a desert feel in mind, but it still has a very modern clean touch. There are fans in every room although you don’t need it since the AC is so good even in the desert heat, but its nice to have incase you like it a little colder. Anyways this was a great stay I would highly recommend if you’re going to Jtree. I’m very happy with all the pictures we got of the house, playhouse and of all the landmarks around the place.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Davis C.

29 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

We had such a great time at this vacation rental! The location is perfectly close to the town in case you wanted to try some local food, we really liked the Mediterranean place just down the street. The national park was less than a 15-minute drive from us. After getting back from a long morning of hiking and exploring we lounged around the house. No issues checking in and Patricia is so quick to respond! There’s a digital guidebook and physical copy that makes the stay so much easier! The house is beautifully decorated with desert style art pieces, plants, and amazing furniture! There’s a cool mural of the desert in the living room which is a real eye catcher. We all hung out in the living room most of the time as it was nice, open and a great gathering spot. The mini pool/hot tub? is a great spot to cool down if it’s a hot day. There’s a tetherball setup too which brought me back to feeling like a kid again. The most amazing part of the stay was the playhouse at night. Huge swings that let you lay down and look straight up to the sky. We spent at least an hour or two out here just looking at the sky and talking. There’s also a telescope if you want to do some gazing but we just enjoyed the cool night air and seeing all the shooting stars. Definity one of my most amazing stays!!!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

21 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorable home with lots of fun activities! Great location.

This place was amazing!! We are regular travelers and would rate Patricia's place as one of the nicest, best located, and real value of all the places we have stayed. The place was very clean, modern, had everything we needed to feel at home. It was super close to the National park and other activities we did. It's also conveniently close to town which was handy as well as tasty restaurants and cafes. Communication was great! Patricia was so gracious and checked in with us to make sure we were having a good time. The backyard is absolutely amazing and the star gazing deck was one of the highlights of our trip. We got to see so many shooting stars! Our stay here was definitely worth it. We are looking forward to staying here on our next trip to Joshua Tree. I loved that my boyfriend and I were able to create some beautiful memories here because this home offered so many fun activities, from having late night talks around the fire pit, chilling in the jacuzzi/pool, and watching the stars. They even had a tether ball court which made us feel like kids again haha. Overall we would highly recommend this beautiful home to everyone!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021