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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Washer

Pet friendly

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Joshua Tree, CA

Noah Purifoy Foundation11 min drive
Joshua Tree Visitor Center18 min drive
Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance25 min drive
Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)61 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Marcus’ property is perfect for a vacation. My friends and I stayed at the house for a weekend over Easter and were so h...

Sean K.

Apr 16, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa

Rancho Loco is perfect for your desert hideaway home away from home. Come rain or shine, Rancho Loco has something beautiful to offer. When it's sunny, drinks by the pool, quiet time on the veranda with a book, watching the sun rise or set and enjoying some good barbecue with friends and family. When it's stormy – get cozy on the couch with a fire crackling away, a home cooked meal with a glass of wine while you watch the clouds roll in over the dramatic landscape, framed by the huge picture windows. Rancho Loco also affords extra privacy with separate living quarters, the cozy & bright main house and the open & airy studio.

Located on its own secluded 20 acres, minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, Rancho Loco offers 360º views with over 50 Joshua trees, yuccas and native desert foliage all on the property. Situated between the two houses is a salt water swimming pool and separate Hot Tub with an observation deck, perfect for sunset viewing, outdoor dining, and maybe even a skinny dip under the stars. Rancho Loco is a rustic modern take of a 1920s ranch house updated to today's standards including solar power as its primary source of energy and water drawn from a private on-site well!

Rancho Loco is a great affordable base no matter what your interests are – rock-climbing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, model rocket launching [our fave], novel writing or just relaxing by the pool. So please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to get away and visit this magical California vacation home location.

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Property manager

Marcus Wright

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total

$10 per pet per night for cleaning.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

No smoking inside the houses. But fine outside.

There are 2 security cameras on this property which monitor the entryway and driveway. Exterior only.

Quiet time after 10pm. As remote as the place feels sound travels very far and we do have neighbors. We have installed an Noise Aware system.

Please see House book and Contract for more information.

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

Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-01105

About the neighborhood

Joshua Tree

this vacation home is located in Joshua Tree. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Joshua Tree National Park and Sand to Snow National Monument, while Noah Purifoy Foundation and Noah Purifoy's Outdoor sculpture Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, cycling, and horse riding.

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Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

Noah Purifoy Foundation - 11 min drive
Noah Purifoy's Outdoor sculpture Museum - 13 min drive
Joshua Tree Visitor Center - 18 min drive
Joshua Tree Community Center - 18 min drive
Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance - 25 min drive

Getting around

Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive
‪Jack In The Box - ‬17 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa located?

Situated in Joshua Tree, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Noah Purifoy Foundation, Noah Purifoy's Outdoor sculpture Museum, and Joshua Tree Community Center. Sand to Snow National Monument and Hi-Desert Cultural Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Pat O.

Jul 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Quiet, clean, private. All around enjoyable. Looking forward to returning every year.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

May 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

The photos on the listing do not give enough justice to the views on this property. Communicating with the host was easy. Check in/out seamless. Many reviews mention they’ve stayed here multiple times and can see why. Already planning our return trip to Rancho Loco.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean K.

Apr 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Property

Marcus’ property is perfect for a vacation. My friends and I stayed at the house for a weekend over Easter and were so happy with everything. There’s plenty of room between the two houses for everyone to have enough space but not feel separated. The property itself has amazing views and is close enough to town but far enough away to feel the true Joshua tree experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Apr 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great secluded getaway

We (two families 4 adults and 3 kiddos) had a blast staying, and it was a super convenient spot for our Joshua Tree exploring. Had a small issue with the heater at check in (probably user error tbh) but the property management replied immediately and helped all they could - and we got it sorted out right away. This spot had everything we needed for meals and to sleep easy. Fav memory of the weekend: Grilling up some bbq as the kids enjoy the pool and the sun setting on the desert, while the Johnny Cash vinyl plays on the outdoor speakers - followed by a star gazing s’mores session around the fire pit. 👍👍

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Apr 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Bliss

Our family of five really enjoyed our time at the ranch. Amazing views out each window and quiet peaceful solace. We wanted for nothing. Enjoyed cooking on the grill, walking the property and listening to the lovely record collection. Felt far away from everything yet close to what we needed. We loved our vacation and are already planning to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim R., Plymouth, MI USA

Mar 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mojave Desert Chic

Beautiful location. Well equipped ,easy access to Joshua Tree NP. great hot tub Comfortable. Host responsive to questions

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel H.

Feb 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend trip.

It was great!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Dec 31, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome spot near JT

This was a perfect spot for our family visit to Joshua tree. Close to the park, peace and quiet at night. Kids loved the casita. The house was clean, great decor, and the kitchen well stocked. The water was hot and water pressure was great. Shooting star show from the spa was an unexpected bonus! A couple of polar plunges into pool even happened. The kids were sad that they didn’t spy the desert tortoise, so we’ll have to come back when they aren’t hibernating:)

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Sep 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved It!

My wife and I spent a few warm days here in August for our anniversary. Sun was hot, pool was cool, home was great! It was quiet and secluded and clean. We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat O., Los Angeles

Aug 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Enjoyed it

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H., Long Beach

Jul 19, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exception Property and home.

We have stay at this property several times and will absolutely be coming back. This is a wonderful property and the house, studio, pool and the entire property are exceptional. Thank you for allowing us to stay here. We love this home and property.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill P., Sacramento, CA

Jul 10, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert Oasis in the Summer

We love this property in the summer and have traveled here the last four summers for a relaxing getaway. The house is comfortable with a good bed and a well supplied kitchen. The owner is upgrading to AC but we have been comfortable in the past with just the swamp cooler. For us the highlight is enjoying morning hikes in Joshua Tree National Park (only 20 minutes away), and then lazing in the pool in the afternoons. The property is quiet and secluded on unpaved back roads with almost no traffic going by. When we are not cooking for ourselves, we have developed our favorite places to eat in town including Natural Sisters for breakfast, Two Guys Pies for pizza, and La Copine for dinner takeout. We highly recommend this desert oasis for a fun summer getaway.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Karissa A.

Apr 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wildlife Abounds

We loved the location of this property - we saw and heard coyotes every day, as well as so many birds, lizards and ground squirrels. We initially needed some help with the pool and hot tub, but our host Marcus was very responsive and got things set up for us as quickly as possible.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich A.

Mar 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loco for Rancho Loco!

Great home, great host and great location. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Mar 20, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed.

Nice place and a great location.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maja A., We are driving to California from Muskoka Ontario

Feb 5, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcoming and comfortable

A spacious, attractive and comfortable property. Beautiful views through windows and well equipped kitchen. We will definitely rent here again

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Dec 28, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had an amazing time at this property! It was clean and convenient!

We cannot express just how amazing this place is! It’s truly a home away from home…with everything you could possibly need at your fingertips. We appreciate that it is dog friendly since our dogs are family and this trip wouldn’t have been the same without them with us! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Sep 17, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful desert escape

We had a wonderful week at this property. We loved using the pool and the guest house for a friend to stay with us for a few days! The location was perfect! The house was a short drive to Joshua Tree National Park's west entrance which was wonderful. Marcus was a great host and got back to me quickly every time I reached out. We will stay here again! Beautiful!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Sep 3, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful desert retreat

Can not recommend this property highly enough. All the creature comforts of home great internet and a pool that is perfectly situated between the main house and studio. Lazy nights by the pool are rewarded with amazing sunsets from the sun deck. We will be back.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurel S.

Aug 31, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat Guest - Property Delivers Every Time!

This is our fifth stay at this house and it never disappoints. Great communication with Marcus and gorgeous property with lovely views of the desert with plenty of privacy. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Aug 8, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Desert Trip

Great stay! This was our 6th year visiting the property! The property had several amazing upgrades that made our trip memorable! We don’t want to spoil anything but this house has everything!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat O.

Jul 18, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very enoyable

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

nicole m., altadena

Jun 25, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Desert Rural Getaway

Orange hints At every horizon in the hour before sunrise, crisp honesty of desert heat and no humidity, a comfortable home with a sparkling pool, hiking and biking in every direction, and only 10 minutes to a regular grocery store. We love it every summer - 3 generations for a week or more. The two houses give you the privacy you need, the pool cools you, and we’ll apportioned kitchen with a long table in or out to feed the crew. You’ll love this place and the wonderful easygoing owners.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H., Vista, CA

Jun 15, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend Getaway

Stayed for a birthday weekend and everything was great. Really loved the set-up, and the pool came in clutch as it was a hot one! Marcus was quick to respond to all inquiries.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather D., Minden

Jun 6, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

This place is everything as advertised and so MUCH MORE! We all enjoyed it and it was perfection! great communication, great layout, great amenities, great location, great views, landscaping, décor. and GREAT POOL! We all hope to be back one day!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marcus Wright

We, Karen and Marcus, have lived in Los Angeles since 1990 and take great joy and pride in making things better.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property after many years of traveling to Joshua Tree as a get-away. It became our home away from home with the space, privacy and solitude that was hard to come by in Los Angeles. The idea of a two hour car drive putting you in a different world creates an invaluable peace of mind.

What makes this property unique

More than just a base for exploring Joshua Tree National Park and the surrounding area, Rancho Loco is a self-contained resort. It provides all the comforts of home in a spectacular setting. Unlike many vacation homes in Joshua Tree, Rancho Loco provides a year round experience due to the salt water pool, which provides the remarkable sensation of cool blue water beneath the hot summer sun and the limitless night skies. The recently added Hot Tub adds a year round experience.