Cactus House - Joshua Tree Village

Cactus House is a vintage / eclectic house is located in Joshua Tree's south side, overlooking Joshua Tree Village, the San Bernardino Mountains and Mt. San Gorgonio. A 10-minute walk from the shops & restaurants of downtown and a 5-mile drive from the West Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, Cactus House is well located for those looking to get the most out of their desert experience. Just remember, around every nook and cranny, there is something interesting!

Cactus house has central ventilated cooling for all rooms using an evaporative cooler. In summer the house stays cool.

My house is best suited for up to 4 guests but can accommodate 5 guests. Do note the bed sizes: Queen, Full and Single.

Minimum Stay: 5 Nights. 20% off for stays 4 weeks or longer; in addition, 7% occupancy tax is not charged for stays of 30 days of longer.

Description:
1060 square foot 3 bedroom / 2 bath house with a lot of character. Newly remodeled and in immaculate shape. 2nd and 3rd bedrooms have small desks if you have work to do.

The house features a fully equipped kitchen, a washer and dryer, evaporative cooling, new tile enclosed walk-in shower in master bathroom, shower tub / combo in second bathroom, a bay window in master bedroom, a wood burning fire pit in a large backyard perfect for stargazing, a brasier in front yard, and a fully functioning and plumbed vintage cast iron claw foot tub on back patio.

Guests have full use of house including outdoor cast iron tub that is fully plumbed with hot and cold water. Wifi internet (Spectrum - 100Mbps service, actual may vary), washer / dryer and propane barbeque are also available.

It is best to have a private car or SUV for your visit. Rental car options do exist in Yucca Valley.

Joshua Tree is a 45 minute drive from Palm Springs.

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Area:
Joshua Tree National Park's west entrance is a 5-mile drive from the house. In 25 minutes, one can be in the heart of Joshua Tree National Park which features stunning desert landscapes, wonderful bouldering, world class rock climbing, good hiking (for all classes of hikers with hikes from 1 mile and up), fun dirt road drives and mountain biking options. It should be noted that dogs must be kept on leash and cannot depart from main roads. As well, you must bring your own water - none is available in the park. There are outfitters in town that can supply you if you are in need of outdoor gear.

Joshua Tree Village includes Joshua Tree Saloon--a colorful watering hole that serves up delicious burgers, beers, and great live music. The Crossroads Cafe & Tavern--a great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner with a diverse menu. Natural Sisters Cafe--featuring health shakes, delicious sandwiches, and wraps. Santana's Mexican Food, Country Kitchen for breakfast, Royal Siam Cuisine Thai Restaurant, Sam's Indian Food, and the Park Rock Cafe.

Joshua Tree Village shops include Ricochet Vintage Wears, Coyote Corner Gift Shop, Trailer Trash Artist Village, Wind Walkers Pottery & Crafts, the Joshua Tree Art Gallery, The Beatnick Lounge (which features great nightly live music and art), and the Joshua Tree Farmers Market every Saturday.

The many stores, restaurants, grocery stores, and vintage shops of Yucca Valley are a 15-minute drive, close enough for convenience, far enough for isolation. The Institute of Mentalphysics & Retreat Center is a 5-minute drive, featuring 420 acres of pristine desert, architecture designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, and home to the Synchronicity Matter & Psyche Symposium and the Bhakti Yoga Fest. Pappy & Harriet's music venue is a 25-minute drive in rustic Pioneertown, which has hosted acts such as Paul McCartney, Queens of the Stone Age, Robert Plant, Eagles of Death Metal, Rufus Wainwright, and many others. Pioneertown is also a Wild West town which has served as a film location to many Westerns and TV shows. Visit the sound bath at the Integratron, claimed to be capable of rejuvenation, anti-gravity, and time travel, only a 40-minute drive in Landers. Joshua Tree is also home to the Joshua Tree Music Festival, Desert Stars Music Festival, Sam Nam Festival, Joshua Tree Gay Pride Festival, and a short drive from Coachella, Desert Trip, and the Stagecoach Music Festivals.

If you are looking for something, you will probably find it in some corner of the Morongo Valley area which includes Joshua Tree. Recently, a little exploration yielded 2 used book shops in Yucca Valley and one on the way to 29 Palms. There is always something stimulating and interesting to be discovered!

If you're feeling like a big night on the town, take a 45-minute drive down into Palm Springs and do it desert-style! Although it's just a 2-hour drive from Los Angeles, you will find Joshua Tree to be worlds away.

Joshua Tree is an incredibly beautiful high desert town located in the Mojave that attracts artists, musicians and outdoor enthusiasts from around the world. The community actively supports the arts, tourism and environmental issues. Visitors will find the locals to be an extremely interesting and friendly lot.