Wonderful and relaxing place to stay!

Guest: Joann E.
Date of Stay: 11/06/10 Review Submitted: 07/23/11

Lovely house with a serene and relaxed vibe. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We arrived at night and were stunned when we woke up to the fantastic views! We couldn't help but lounge on the bed with all the pillows in the extra room and read while keeping an eye on the copious quail amongst the cholla and yuccas outside. We loved the design aesthetic that went into this house's renovation. Clean modernism with lots of beautiful wood! It's very quiet and feels secluded although there are other houses within site. The location is very convenient to the National Park and town. Crossroads Cafe, The Natural Sisters Cafe and Sam's provide excellent vegetarian eating. The owners are friendly and organized, making the trip easier on us. The roads to the house are not paved and are quite a bumpy ride, but it's worth it. We highly recommend a stay and will be back!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Wonderful getaway to a beautiful home!

Guest: Laura A. (Los Angeles, California)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11 Review Submitted: 07/18/11

My boyfriend and I rented the Highdesert Homestead for a weekend getaway from Los Angeles. We had such a wonderful time at the home - it is incredibly peaceful and serene, and the home itself is beautifully decorated and so enjoyable to stay in! The home was clean and included all the necessary amenities for cooking and relaxing. The beds were incredibly comfortable and the spacious fenced in yard was perfect for our dog to run around. I would highly recommend renting this house - we will definitely be back!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Dreamy!

Guest: lesley g.
Date of Stay: 06/27/11 Review Submitted: 07/05/11

We stayed at the Homestead for 4 glorious nights and enjoyed every bit of it! The home itself was simple and beautiful, with comfy beds and a very welcoming atmosphere. Each room had something unique to discover. The bathroom was stocked with organic shampoo and conditioner, and all kinds of relaxing bath foams. Every morning the sun streamed in throughout the house and we sipped our organic (and delicious) coffee on the back porch, watching the day begin. I was a bit nervous to be in the desert during such a hot time of the year (we went at the end of June), but the Homestead was surprisingly breezy and cool enough for us to even have a couple fires in the evening (plus they have a cooler that worked quite well during the rare times when we used it). The town of Joshua Tree and Yucca had all kinds of neat shops to explore and discover, though we only ventured out once (who would want to leave???). Our two little dogs joined us on the journey and were thoroughly pleased with the enormous yard and all the desert critters. I already miss it and can't wait to go back!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Perfect getaway...

Guest: Meghan (Seattle, Washington)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11 Review Submitted: 05/26/11

My husband and I decided to get away to somewhere warmer (we are from Seattle) for our 5th anniversary, so we chose Joshua Tree and searched for houses until we saw the Highdesert Homestead. We both still needed to be able to work while we were on vacation but wanted a house that felt like an escape. And when we arrived, we were thrilled. The home itself is a vacation. The home is perfectly designed and they have not missed a single detail. Everything was clean and organized which made it easy to relax. Even our two dogs felt like they were on vacation, they loved to lay on the patio and use the beautiful dog bowls provided. I am a writer and found constant inspiration in the views from every room. We went on hikes and explorations nearby, but cooked nearly every meal in the beautiful kitchen. The Highdesert Homestead was even more perfect than the pictures and descriptions show. It was a great stay and we will certainly be returning.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners.

Weekend Getaway

Guest: aw (los angeles, ca, usa )
Date of Stay: 05/20/11 Review Submitted: 05/24/11

My husband and I had a wonderful time in this vacation home! It was just what we needed...quiet, peace and relaxation! The weather couldn't have been more perfect over the past few days. We forgot how nice it is to wake up and enjoy a cup of coffee outside, surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife. It was also a special treat to make some amazing meals on the grill! A lot of our time was spent in the guest room, since it was a perfect spot for us to lounge and read, while enjoying a nice breeze.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers.

Peace with nature

Guest: chick (Homosassa, FL, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/03/11 Review Submitted: 03/10/11

Joshua Tree is a spiritual place. Being able to access it easily from a place that is serene and comfortable made our three days and two night stay at Highdesert Homestead just what our family needed. The kitchen was very well equipped and the bedrooms were designed for rest. The fireplace area was spacious for our family of 4 adults, but could have used one more "easy chair (four on the couch was cosy, but not always practical). We are unanimous in our desire to return next year - perhaps later in March to see the desert bloom. However, Joshua Tree never disappoints, and neither did the HighDesert Homestead. The Caligure family

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+.

Guest: Michael and Carine (-)
Date of Stay: 03/28/10 Review Submitted: 02/08/11

We returned today from the US and we can say that the stay at Highdesert Homestead was our absolute highlight. Accommodation, view, and calm ambience with the surrounding nature were fantastic. We immediately felt at home and were so sad as we had to leave too early. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience!

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Guest: Mark (-)
Date of Stay: 01/01/11 Review Submitted: 02/08/11

Thanks for a fantastic stay at Highdesert Homestead, we are very sad to leave and could do with at least another week to explore this incredible area. Everything was great with the house, very comfortable and spacious. Thanks again for our stay and we hope to return soon.

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Stylish and peaceful with beautiful surroundings

Guest: Patrick (Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 12/10/10 Review Submitted: 01/20/11

My wife and I stayed here for a weekend and were very happy with our experience. First of all, the owner was a pleasure to deal with. The interior design of the property is modern and tasteful - "zen" or "spa-like" comes to mind - with soothing tones and natural materials and nice touches related to sheets, soaps, etc. to make it comfortable. The property is full of light and is in a great location on the edge of the park with lots of open space around it and great views. Also the fireplace, patios, quiet and lack of distractions, e.g. no television, made it a very peaceful getaway. We would definitely return.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+.

Perfect Retreat

Guest: a hakanson (Encinitas, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/11/09 Review Submitted: 09/22/09

My friend and I stayed at the Highdesert Homestead while we attended a yoga retreat in Joshua Tree. When we arrived we absolutely loved the house. It has wonderful views and the furnishings are gorgeous. Another thing about the stay we loved is eco friendly soaps and organic coffee were provided. The entire house was meticulously clean...everything seemed brand new. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was super soft! We loved to sit on the porch and watch the quail run by. The owner of the property was very professional and quick to respond to any questions we had. I highly recommend anyone who is visitng Joshua Tree to stay at this beautiful rustic/modern retreat ...you will love it!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.