Location: Joshua Tree, Deserts, California, USA (Easy, 20-minute drive to Joshua Tree National Park.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-15)
Keywords: House, adobe, rustic, private, retreat, Old West, large,pool,jacuzzi
There's definitely a difference.
And if you're familiar with vacation rentals, you already know what we're talking about.
It's not about the fifteen private, boulder-strewn acres. Not about the sunsets and starscapes that make the nights as lit up and magical as the days. It's not even about the peace, the freedom and the electric energy that has drawn people to this area since the days of the Chemeheuvi.
What we're talking about is a level of luxury, detail and aesthetic sophistication rarely seen in such a romantically remote location.
There are Rooms carved out of rock. Handmade, artist-designed interior details you've never seen, anywhere.
Inside, Boulder House combines sprawling space with the cozy intimacy of a luxurious private home. There's a fully equipped kitchen, cable TV and wireless internet throughout. Giant boulders right outside the front door. Views for days. Extensive, private hiking trails. Period woodstove (wood provided) for nights around the fire. Powerful, dual zone heat and air ...basically, everything you need to enjoy a visit to the High Desert.
We've recently expanded our sleep options, so more friends and family can join. We sleep up to 14 comfortably, in beds. and we've spiffed up the pool, jacuzzi, outdoor shower, hammock and courtyard areas, so you'll be just as comfortable outside as in.
This season, order up a long, cool vacation at Boulder House.
It'll hit the spot.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : New, dual-zone system throughout.
- Linens Provided : High thread count, luxury sheets. Down and down alternative pillows and duvets. Quality, comfortable accommodations.
- Garage : Three-car, plus outdoor parking.
- Covered Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Stove : Wood provided.
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : There is one King bed in the private master suite and one King bed in the 'Boulder Room,' which has an open spiral stair case connecting it to the to the downstairs den.
- Queen Bed : Private Room, upstairs.
- Double Bed : The computer room/office/hangout space has a twin bed with a pop-up trundle that converts it to a double. This space has the best view in the house, but is not completely private.
- Twin/Single Bed (3) : There is one twin bed in an upstairs private room. There is a door in this room that if you elect to leave open, connects it to the computer room. Many people use this as a children's suite. There is also a twin roll-away cot kept in the Master Suite closet.
- Convertible Bed (3) : There is a queen -sized sleeper sofa with latex mattress in the den. This space was originally a bedroom. A spiral staircase connects it to the Boulder "Rock Whisperer"Room). There is a fold- out Ottoman with a latex twin mattress. There is a love seat in the master bedroom that converts to a twin bed.
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : In private courtyard off Master.
- Cable/Satellite TV : DISH network
- DVD
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- Stereo System
- Private Pool : Desert and mountain views.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Microwave, blender,Cuisinart, Brita system, immersion blender, toaster/convection oven, toaster, quesadilla maker.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Full size refrig/freezer in kitchen. Mini-fridge in den.
- Microwave
- Catering Available : Anything from a brioche to a banquet, beautifully prepared and deivered by Pipes Valley's own author/chef, Robin Maxwell. Prices on request.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Vermont Castings grill, propane provided.
- Deck/Patio : Front patio with seating for large groups ( 10- 20). Enclosed jacuzzi courtyard off Master. Third outdoor seating area with couch, chairs, chaises,and table near pool. Hammock/hangout area, also near pool.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Sweeping desert vistas. Giant, dramatic boulders literally outside your front door. Night skies.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : All calls free w/in US and Canada.
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Outdoor shower, shaded hammock.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Dogs welcome. Crates, bed, bowls, water feeder provided. Current rattlesnake vaccination recommended. watch small dogs at all times. Sorry, no cats.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Stargazing! Wildflowers http://www.desertusa.com/wildflo/ca_jtnp.html Personalized yoga instruction available, from single classes to full retreats,www.livingyogaofthedesert.com Local wildlife and botanical tours and seminars available on request.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
1-4 people ..$495/night, 5-7 people ..$595/night
8-12 people ..$695/night, 12-15 ..$795/night, please call for parties over 15
2 night minimum
3 night minimum on Holidays (Holiday fee applies)
Cleaning fee (varies depending on guest count), CA lodging tax (7%) of rental fee
Long-term rentals and location use - ask for fee!
Book one WEEK get one night FREE!!!
Pet friendly: $35.00 per day
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Joshua Tree
The house itself. Of course we appreciate the cool, minimalist modernism of so many brilliantly designed or re-thought desert cabins. But for ourselves, we wanted something a little warmer, cozier. Something that felt more like home. Boulder House, with its four bedrooms ( five if you count the guest bed in the computer room), living room, dining room, TV room, outbuildings and pool, felt right. It had intimate spaces, private spaces, hang-out spaces, outside spaces, places to play and places to work. It sprawled over fifteen acres and had views of washes, a stream, the lights of Yucca Valley far in the distance. It was everything we had been looking for, and it was two hours from Los Angeles. It was home. Ours, and now, if you like, yours. Welcome.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Boulder House is a handmade house representing thousands of hours of work by various artists and craftspeople who poured their lives, labor, and love into their sanctuary in the desert. Whatever passion leads you to the desert, we invite you to add your spirit to those of the Native Americans, cowboys, ranchers, dreamers, artists, and visionaries who have blessed Boulder House with theirs.
If you would like to contribute a colorful piece of broken ceramic to our broken ceramic garden bed, please feel free.
If you would like to document the contribution in our guestbook, or on Facebook, we would love to hear from you!
Owner's Map of Joshua Tree
As a director and an artist, it's not surprising that the visuals were what got us. The road wound up through the desert, the yuccas and Joshua trees becoming more and more plentiful as the signs of civilization retreated. There was Pioneertown itself, perfect as a movie set (well, it was a movie set, duh!), Pappy and Harriet's, and then, of course, the boulders themselves - massive, majestic, at once welcoming and foreboding.
Property Photos
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- Santa Fe, meet Joshua Tree. - Yucca Valley, California Vacation Rental; Enjoy Private Pool, WiFi & Hiking
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- Listen closely, and the land will speak to you. - Yucca Valley, California Vacation Rental; Enjoy Private Pool, WiFi & Hiking
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- A little nip in the air, a little nip by the fire... - Yucca Valley, California Vacation Rental; Enjoy Private Pool, WiFi & Hiking
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- Soak in the pool, drink in the views.
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- A bit of the bubbly in your own private courtyard.
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- Any closer to the boulders, you'd have to go camping.
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- Artist-designed kitchen really cooks.
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- SIt back and take in a show. The TV/DVD player's nice to watch, too!
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- High desert, high style.
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- All eyes on the spectacular view.
Traveler Reviews (6)
End of Summer stay
Guest: Sarah P.
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Date of Stay: 09/23/11
Review Submitted: 09/26/11
I just wanted to thank you for allowing us to rent the house last weekend. We all had an incredible time and sincerely hope to return soon! That place really has a special energy both based on location and aesthetic.
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Guest: Lisa B
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Date of Stay: 11/24/10
Review Submitted: 12/10/10
I... wanted to thank you personally for extending your incredibly, lovely desert home to us during our holiday. We toasted you on Thanksgiving day as we opened your generously given bottle of wine that complimented the occasion. Everyone had such an incredibly wonderful time and the memories we made will stay with us for a lifetime! We will always recommend you to our extended family and friends and hope to re-visit sometime in the future. I am so happy to know that very special home is owned by someone as lovely as yourself and that you are able to share it with others like us! Many, many thanks again, and happiest of holidays to you....
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Guest: Nicholas M.
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Date of Stay: 09/01/10
Review Submitted: 09/23/10
We had an absolutely wonderful time at the boulder house. We all appreciated all the loving attention paid to every detail, decoration and preparation in the house, and we all desperately wanted to stay for much longer!
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Guest: C.B.
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Date of Stay: 08/13/10
Review Submitted: 08/19/10
"Thank you for letting us stay. My girlfriend's life is changed. Her words, "I never felt connected to Nature until now." I'm sure we'll be looking to go back soon. She's hooked on the Boulders and we both got some great writing done."
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Guest: Nate W
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Date of Stay: 05/21/10
Review Submitted: 05/27/10
" Just wanted to say thank you so much for letting us use the Boulder House. It is truly an AMAZING place. The decorations and set up are out of this world. We had quite a nice weekend hiking and swimming and a nice steak dinner at Pappy and Harriet's. We loved our time out there and I will definitely recommend the place to friends and family."
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Guest: Kym
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Date of Stay: 05/07/10
Review Submitted: 05/23/10
Hi Barbara, I wanted to write and tell you how much we all LOVED Boulder House. What a slice of heaven you have created there! My husband and I had the upstairs room with the skylight...OMG Barbara..that room! The raised bed, boulder walls and OMG that skylight...it is truly amazing. Such a beautiful sanctuary. I have to tell you, we rent homes quite regularly through VRBO and are frequently frustrated that even in some of the most beautiful homes, the owners use inferior 'rental style' furnishings, kitchen ware, sheets and pillows etc and we are always saying what a difference those things make...your home was such high quality in all those areas, and it makes the world of difference. You can really feel how much the home is loved, and as one of my friends said, "Why would I want to go away and stay somewhere that's not as nice as my own home" and yours was exactly the way any of us would have wanted our own weekender to be if we were to have a permenant one.
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