Vacation Rentals by Owner

Great place for a family!

Guest: Sanchez (Thousand Oaks, CA )
Date of Stay: 03/20/12 Review Submitted: 03/25/12

We stayed here for 3 nights in mid-March. It was minutes away from the Park entrance, down the street from Coyote Hole - a great gentle hike, down the street from a great pizza place and a natural food store. We thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub after a day of hiking and the steam shower was amazing! The backyard had a great fire pit we used in the evening along with an outside grill. The decor is thoughtful and artistic, the beds were super comfy, and we loved the outdoor speakers we were able to stream music through. We would definitely stay here again!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Perfect for a little getway!!

Guest: anita (los angeles)
Date of Stay: 05/10/11 Review Submitted: 05/23/11

Tumbleweeds was exactly what I was looking for in mid week getaway from Los Angeles. The house is absolutely charming and thoughtfully decorated (I loved morning coffee in the backyard). The owner was lovely and a pleasure to meet as well. I highly recommend and the location is great, near Joshua Tree and a great healthy eatery just down the road. It's so much more relaxing than camping in the park. I'll definitely be back.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

What a perfect place to spend the holidays.

Guest: Erin (Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 12/24/10 Review Submitted: 01/05/11

Your home is far more charming and comfortable than the pictures even suggest! Cool, eclectic, and cozy, the house was absolutely the perfect place to spend the holidays. We were even able to take breaks from bouldering up at the park to come home for lunch, since it's so nearby, and then spend the evenings relaxing by the fire or in the hot tub. Thanks so much!

Owner response:Thank you so much Erin! I am so glad that you had a great vacation and enjoyed the tumbleweed house! I hope to see you back again! enjoy 2011! kris

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Loved this Charming House!!

Guest: Jeanne T (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 12/08/10 Review Submitted: 12/21/10

I stayed with a few friends for 3 nights. I'm from New York City. It was awesome! The beautiful night skies, the hiking in the park was out of this world. Joshua Tree is an amazing magical place. The house was clean, comfortable and it was in a great location. We were close to the park, and the little town. We could walk to go get supplies and if we didn't feel like cooking, there were some great restaurants right near by. The house itself was super clean and cozy, we enjoyed our privacy and proximity. This is a great place to stay when visiting Joshua Tree.

Owner response:Thanks Jeanne, So glad you guys had fun. It was nice to meet you! Hope to see you again!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

very cozy house

Guest: Martinus (los angeles)
Date of Stay: 11/12/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/11

We had a blast! We spent a weekend at the Tumbleweed house in November. The house was well equipt and cozy. We loved the outdoor fireplace and hot tub. The indoor open fireplace was lovely...and the central heat kept us toasty during the night. We walked to town and checked out the galleries and shopping and loved Ricochet (thanks Rosa) for lunch and good wine!

Owner response:Thank you for taking the time to post Martinus! glad you had fun and found the house comfy! I love ricochet too!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Not up to par

Guest: Mary Ann (Poway)
Date of Stay: 10/22/10 Review Submitted: 10/25/10

Not up to my expectation. The jacuzzi did not work, plus it is a bath tub size jacuzzi. The couch reminded me of a college days couch, old and dirty looking. And living room couches on front porches are very white trash. I will say the bedroom was amazing, very cozy and nice. I would have liked to have seen fresh tea light candles rather than old used up candles sitting around. It's a good location though, close to town and we loved the Natural Sisters Cafe.

Owner response:The jacuzzi is a two person Jacuzzi.....as shown in the photos. The couch is vintage...I won't lie! But it fits the room perfectly....it does get steam cleaned. The (one) couch on the verandah is a perfect place to catch winter sun. We have tons of tea light candles ready to use....sometimes our cleaners forget to switch them....we will try to remember!

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Guest: laura, douglas, yvonne and mario
Date of Stay: 09/15/10 Review Submitted: 12/01/10

thank you for everything, I am in love with your place. Home away from Home. See you soon

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Guest: Deidre
Date of Stay: 06/01/10 Review Submitted: 12/01/10

Your space is beautiful, thanks for sharing it!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 08/17/09 Review Submitted: 08/17/09

Thank you s much. Your house was exactly the retreat I needed. I couldn't have been more comfortable and at ease if it were my own home. The artwork and attention to detail are absolutely lovely and the energy of the place is magical and peaceful. between your hospitality and the great hikes, I am rejuvenated!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 08/17/09 Review Submitted: 08/16/09

What a great place! Don't let anyone tell you that July & August is not a good time to be in Joshua Tree. The Park, the house, the art, the stars and the cold plunge pool...ALL magical We will tell everyone we know and will be back.

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 06/25/09 Review Submitted: 06/24/09

loved the combination of Hot tub - cold tub - hammock - fire pit (circulated between them quite a bit)

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Date of Stay: 04/21/09 Review Submitted: 04/20/09

Our second time back was just as much fun as the first. The kids say they want to keep coming back "forever" Thanks again, we had a fantastic time

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 03/11/09 Review Submitted: 03/10/09

...so easy to feel at home, what a beautiful place! leaving with a fefreshed spirit and the desert deep within..

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Date of Stay: 03/08/09 Review Submitted: 03/07/09

We had a great stay here! This Home provides such wonderful atmosphere, it is so well decorated (do you do homes in LA??) I would love to come back another time and I will absolutely tell my friends. Great suggestion for dinner..Pappy and Harriet's had the BEST porterhouse steak we've had in a while...Yum thank you

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 01/30/09 Review Submitted: 01/29/09

Kris, we had an absolutely wonderful relaxing time i your beautifully designed and decorated home. The white bedroom is so calming to wake up to and the hot tub was definitely the highlight! We appreciate the vintage and the contemporary . A Christmas gift executed perfectly!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 01/04/09 Review Submitted: 01/03/09

An excellent way to bring in the nex year. Your home is wonderful, the park peaceful and the welcome we received beyond our expectations thank you much!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 12/26/08 Review Submitted: 12/25/08

Thank you for the lovely and well equipped house, and for making us feel welcome. We really appreciated the toys and books that made it very easy and happy for our little boy. Thanks too for your tips about the Saturday Farmers Market and Crossroads Cafe...very good ...both!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 11/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/31/08

What can we say? This amazing slice of heaven was just what we needed..My Fiances birthday suprise.....spent the day hiking, playing, cooking and soaking in the hot tub looking at the stars...so quiet! Amazing touches - this cute little place has everything!! You can tell the owner is an artist - dreat decor, colors and eye for detail. We can't wait to come back...and we will be soon...just hope it's available!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 10/25/08 Review Submitted: 10/24/08

We got to leave the smoggy, frenetic,sensory overloadedness of LA for the clear air, serenity and starry starry nights of Joshua Tree... without loosing the comforts of home. What an amazing home - a dinner by candle light and star light on your deck, hours of laughter (and libations) by the fire, a lazy lovers nap in the hammock. Fabulous taste, total synchronicity of colors and vibes. Cool touches (cd's, reading, environmentally friendly everything! Whitman said "Peace is beautiful" This peaceful home is beautiful and we had a beautiful stay here Gracias!

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Guest: Tammy W. (South Carolina)
Date of Stay: 10/07/08 Review Submitted: 10/07/08

Went to visit nephew for re-enlistment ceremony and the location of this home was great. Convenient to 29 Palms, the National park and Yucca Valley. You can walk to anything in Joshua Tree. Sunrise view from back porch was spectacular. Nicely furnished and very clean with all the comforts of home. Great getaway from modern annoyances.Hiking was great in Joshua tree park and the soak tub was good for our feet afterwards. Thank you Kristen for creating such a comfy hospitable place. We really enjoyed it!

Owner response:Thank you Greg, we are so glad you had fun and enjoyed the house!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 09/10/08 Review Submitted: 09/09/08

Loved the house and definitely will be back! Tub was perfect as the deck and chairs for star serching

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Guest: Mel and Robyn
Date of Stay: 05/05/08 Review Submitted: 05/04/08

Your home is just as magical as the Park up the road. Thank you for sharing it with us. We are so relaxed.

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 04/14/08 Review Submitted: 04/13/08

Thanks so much for sharing your place with us - it's so comfy and cozy we truly felt at home right away. Our 4 year ols daughter loves it so much it will be hard to peel her away!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/11/08 Review Submitted: 04/11/08

Great house! We recently spent four nights at Tumbleweed and it was a nice experience. The house was very comfortable for the two of us and could easily accomidate a party of 4. The house had everything we needed and we loved the indoor and outdoor spaces. We also really liked it's proximity to the park and to shops and restaurants downtown. Our favorite was Crossroads Cafe.

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 04/10/08 Review Submitted: 04/09/08

The house is perfect. This whole place is unbelievable !

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Date of Stay: 04/04/08 Review Submitted: 04/03/08

You guys have an amazing house. This was the most relaxing weekend we've had in ages!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 03/25/08 Review Submitted: 03/24/08

Home away from home with everything we needed. The kids loved the outdoor soak tub. So many lovely touches. Thanks!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 03/20/08 Review Submitted: 03/19/08

We love this house! Our kids were very comfortable here & loved playing in the yard, the location is perfect and the house could not have been more cozy. We look forward to our next visit

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