Perched on 2+ boulder-filled acres, this peaceful desert ranch house retreat offers a warm open floor plan perfect for groups. Minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, it features a covered patio with BBQ grill and fire pit under shade trees.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m
Popular amenities
Spa pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Peaceful desert ranch house retreat set on 2+ boulder filled acres with views
Peaceful desert ranch house retreat set on 2+ boulder filled acres overlooking the valley.
The home boasts stunning views, a covered patio, shade trees, exposed beams, Spanish tile & a warm open floor plan that is perfect for groups.
This 3bd/2ba is located just enough away to feel remote and yet close enough to all the desert attractions.
Minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, Pioneertown, Pappy & Harriet's, La Copine, Integratron & Hawks Landing Golf course.
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The home has three clean and minimally-decorated bedrooms that all get pleasant light.
The living room has comfortable custom seating, blankets, and a game library. Take a game and some drinks over to the large wooden dining room table and look out over the valley.
The kitchen is stocked with what you need to make coffee and cook.
The sliding glass doors off of the kitchen lead to a covered patio, BBQ grill, fire pit, and picnic table under a shade tree, perfect for taking in the desert air any time of day. Take a stroll up the private boulder-filled hill for sunset for a glass of wine and game of bocce.
The garage is a great place to play darts, classic arcade games, cornhole and music while not disturbing your other guests. There's a mini-fridge for your convenience.
The doggy-door in the dining room leads to a fenced-off dog run.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Free breakfast available
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Music library
Stereo
TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Horseback riding 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)
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
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
About the area
Located in Yucca Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Hi-Desert Nature Museum and Hi-Desert Cultural Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Pioneertown. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, rock climbing and ecotours. Visit our Yucca Valley travel guide
Is Peaceful desert ranch house retreat set on 2+ boulder filled acres with views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Peaceful desert ranch house retreat set on 2+ boulder filled acres with views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful desert ranch house retreat set on 2+ boulder filled acres with views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful desert ranch house retreat set on 2+ boulder filled acres with views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful desert ranch house retreat set on 2+ boulder filled acres with views located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Yucca Valley Community Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Hi-Desert Nature Museum. California Welcome Center and Desert Christ Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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This bright airy house was perfect for a small family trip. Nice location close to Joshua Tree for day trips. We had breakfast every morning outside on the hilltop "terrace". The kids (and adults) enjoyed evenings playing arcade games and sitting in the hot tub.
Our family had a wonderful time in this home! Tiger was flexible and accommodating! We would definitely recommend Cactus Cooler Ranch to our friends and family!!
We had a wonderful stay with family members coming and going through out the week. The layout was perfect! One group could be playing games in the garage/game room, while another group cozied up to watch Netflix in the living room. We had three dogs at one point and they enjoyed the space inside as well as outside. We found lots to do with art, vintage shopping and good food nearby.
Very nice house in a quiet location but close to Joshua Tree park. Plenty of outdoor space to wander around and lots of facilities including outdoor grill, hammocks, and more. Games room was a great addition.
This place is such a gem. Clean, spacious, and fun! We stayed for a quick getaway and had such a great time. We didn’t leave the rental! We felt like we had our own oasis but it was still close to anything we needed. Highly recommend
Loved this property. Well maintained, clean home. Great amenities and comfy beds. We will definitely book here again. Tiger is a great host and was very responsive to any questions I had prior to my trip.
Thank you so much for the hospitality!
~Denise P
This place is beautiful and has everything you need. My friends and I stayed for 2 nights and we didn't get a chance to experience ALL this house has to offer. The hot tub was big. The hammocks were cool. The bedrooms were so beautiful. A little too firm of a mattress for me. But the front couch was comfy. BEST PART: owner messaged us right away when we had questions.
I spent my birthday weekend in this home and it was the perfect place to get away with close friends and loved ones. The only con is that the kitchen does need updating if you plan on cooking for the majority of the weekend. The park was only 10-15 min away from the house and really is a beautiful retreat. definitely will be coming back!
My family of four and two dogs enjoyed a night here. The area was beautiful. The house was clean and the furniture was cozy. The dog run was super handy too.
First and foremost, Tiger was above and beyond helpful and communicative.
Plenty of room for all of us. There was even a huge garage room with games which we did not use at all but I imagine would be super helpful as a space during bad weather or for kids.
The living room and dining room are split with a strange wall which makes hanging out all together a bit weird. We moved the bean bags and chairs into extra space between dining room and sliding glass door to improve the feng shui. Wish there was a proper couch in that space, it would be a great improvement.
The hot tub dropped to 95 degrees on our first night which got us bummed, but the next morning someone came to clean it and that night it hovered around 102 which was a welcome improvement! Wish it was hotter though.
I think the pans need to be replaced as they are misshaped and there’s no non stick on them at all.
All in all we had a great time. We only had 5 adults so if you had the full 8 persons allowed this would be an even greater deal for you.
Host was helpful and provided thorough instructions. House was setup well with all necessary items. Kitchen stuff could use an upgrade, but we made it work. Would recommend for a group of adults looking to get some space.
The house was great. It slept our party of 6 well. The heaters kept it comfortable despite the cold. The stars were stunning. I would highly recommend!
What a cool spot! The location, decor and all around vibes of this spot were great! The garage has an awesome jam spot with guitar, bass and amp. All the bedrooms were very nice with cool desert art. I especially liked the personalized Spotify playlists that have been created specifically for this space. Getting out of the city and soaking in the hot tub with the thousands of stars and no light pollution was truly enjoyable. If you are thinking about booking this spot I would say go for it! 10/10
Also communicating with the host was very easy.
A great headquarters for exploring Joshua Tree National Park and meeting up with family! We loved everything about Cactus Cooler Ranch! Our son loved the game room, our daughter-the great sounding guitar, relaxing in the hot tub watching for shooting stars, a well stocked kitchen, the hammock on the patio. Conversation with Tiger was a pleasure!