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

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms2000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Yucca Valley, CA
  • Place, Yucca Valley Community Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hi-Desert Nature Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, California Welcome Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Yucca Valley

Located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Yucca Valley Community Park, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Hi-Desert Nature Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Yucca Valley Community Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Hi-Desert Nature Museum - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • California Welcome Center - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Sand to Snow National Monument - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 14 min drive - 11.4 miles

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
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

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]
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Rules

Upon booking, please confirm the number of guests is accurate and that you agree to the House Rules.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Yucca Valley, close to Yucca Valley Community Park, Pioneertown, and Black Rock Canyon. You'll also find Hi-Desert Nature Museum and Desert Christ Park within a short drive.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), which is about 23.3 mi away. Another top airport is Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD), which is around 29.1 mi away.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angie A.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Stebbins B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a truly great rental start to finish. The property is amazing - desert right outside with loads of vistas and climbing opportunities. We had quail, coyotes, and desert cottontails right outside the house. The house itself was very comfortable, with a well stocked pantry, comfortable beds, an unusually sophisticated library (sorted by category), a tuned guitar (which my daughter who is learning loved), and a piping hot hot tub under the stars. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R., Miami Beach, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

scott p.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Verne D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Meena O.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kirby D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Greg S., Oak Park, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., Newburyport, Ma

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Korey C., WESTMINSTER USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Search No More

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

8/10 Good

Joshua I., Berkeley, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice retreat, couple of caveats

Beautiful location with lovely sunrises and views of the valley below. Also the array of morning birds (we saw a roadrunner), bunnies, bouldering, and record collection add to the charm. We stayed in spring and the location high on valley side made the winds, at times, quite strong. Lots of nice amenities, but lack of a washer/dryer was a minor annoyance for week-long stay, when daily hiking is to be expected, especially given the daily price for accommodations. Finally, the website explanation for extra guest daily charges was confusing, and host did not respond to initial VRBO question that would have clarified things. Host was very responsive once we were at the property. All in all a nice experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon J.

Liked: Cleanliness

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