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Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park

Holiday home in Joshua Tree with kitchen and patio

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Miscellaneous
peaceful and private
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51097.9 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree Courthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park

PET FRIENDLY! Eclectic, artistic and private, minutes from the W. Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and just south of the village of Joshua Tree, this mid cent. home sits on 7.5 acres of undeveloped land for wildlife viewing and bird watching (quail, roadrunners, jackrabbits &, yes, coyotes, to name a few). Wonderful Central AC for summer months, so not to worry. Pets allowed! Located in the coveted JT Highlands, Steph's boasts unobstructed views from every window, clear stars at night, & the quiet peace of the high desert all make for a glorious retreat. Fireplace, washer/dryer, all linens, fully loaded silverware, cookware and tableware set up, kitchen with all kinds of appliances (and spices) for cooking, coffee, dishwasher, WiFi throughout the home, all streaming channels and free star viewing nightly. House is full of love, comfort, & great energy. Well behaved pups are welcome (small one time $20 charge).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
The home is not child proofed, but ask owner
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Leashed outdoors. $20 fee. no hist of aggression.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking/vaping allowed. outdoor w/care ok
Please be mindful of water conservation, noise & light pollution. The desert is a special place, & we love our dark skies and wildlife.
Joshua Trees are not strong enough for climbing or hammocks. Document and report any violations. No tampering with wildlife in any way.
Please tell me a little something about your group/trip with your booking !

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-00275

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Joshua Tree

Located in Joshua Tree Highlands, a neighbourhood in Joshua Tree, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance, while World Famous Crochet Museum and Joshua Tree Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling, hiking and mountain biking.
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Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Joshua Tree Courthouse - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Hi-Desert Medical Center - 9 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Good China Star - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park located?

Located in Joshua Tree Highlands, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Joshua Tree National Park. World Famous Crochet Museum and Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing! We loved seeing all the wildlife through the big, beautiful windows.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Great Host

Host communicated and took care of us well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda h.

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

Wonderful location

Very quiet with a gorgeous view
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing time at an amazing house on an amazing property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., Lansdale, PA

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

Nice spot

Great location and lovely views. Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dian F.

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

Beautiful and relaxing

We enjoyed our stay at Steph’s, especially the views and wildlife! We had every thing we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Desert Paradise Indeed!

This beautiful little house has great amenities, the right amount of privacy and ambiance, fantastic views, and all the vibe you could need. We come to JT to get some peace and clarity, and this is definitely the right place to do that. The proximity to the park is an excellent perk. We will definitely come back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

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

JT stay

Awesome desert paradise with all the comforts of home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

Return Visit

Return visit. seamlessly fits with the unique beauty of Joshua tree. Amazing indoor and outdoor space to lounge and enjoy the views from. Very comfortable, extremely clean, wonderfully quiet, and Steph is easy to reach out to. We enjoyed leaving the bird seed out that was provided. Wonderful Vrbo.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P., Raleigh nc

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

Good views all around

Comfortable, with lots of windows to enjoy the views. If you plan on doing much cooking, you may find the kitchen awkward, but it worked fine for us. Very convenient to JTNP.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amit H.

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

Great views, wildlife and well designed space

We loved this place!!! Well thought indoors and outdoors design. Views are stunning, close to the park entrance and town. Stephanie was always on top of every question we had. Definitely will be coming back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Pleasant desert house in great location.

We were there for the pleasant views and Joshua Tree National Park, and the house worked perfectly for us. It is well equipped with basic necessities. The property is a bit desert quirky, and accurately described on the VRBO site. The owner if very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

Desert Vibe

Our host, Steph, was great… she stayed in touch to confirm that things were going well; excellent communication. The desert home was perfect with a tremendous view of the surroundings and nice outside seating/viewing. If you’re looking for an authentic desert retreat with nice amenities, this place fills the bill.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny L.

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

Good stay

Stephanie was super responsive and was very helpful leading up to our stay. House looks as pictured in the post and kept us warm during the cold winter! You can tell someone lives in the house as there were dog beds, filled medicine cabinets, etc. but overall for the price, was a great stay! Cute neighborhood too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Peaceful place to connect with the desert and wildlife

Outdoor living space was glorious. It was relaxing to sit outside with a cup of coffee in the morning to sit feeding and watch the wild life. Coming back after the day out to the evening sunset with the breeze and waiting for the stars. We couldn’t ask for more. The inside space when we decided to come in was cozy and comfortable. Thanks Stephanie we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM E.

This place felt like a home!

Steph was wonderful at communicating and letting us know what we can do for our family gathering. We all felt right at home in this wonderful and cozy home that she has opened up to us. The view off the porch was to be savored as well as the open spaces inside. We cooked all our meals on the grill outside and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thanks and we hope that others have as much fun as we did.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Nirvana

My husband and I went to this location because of the close proximity to Joshua Tree park. But in actuality we could have stayed at the house the entire time. We saw coyote, road runners, and numerous other wildlife while sitting on the front patio! It was everything and more that we wanted. Thanks to Steph for keeping it real out in that beautiful area! Wish I was there now!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

10 out of 10!

Steph's place is amazing and wonderful! The touches, the amenities, all of it, inside and out. My grown (30's) children stayed there and were comfortable and impressed. They said the "Bird TV" was top-notch! Stephanie was super responsive and helpful. Fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbyann S.

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

Pleasant stay in Joshua Tree

Steph's home is clean, spacious, and very quiet. Situated on 7+ acres, you have a great view and no noise. Sitting on the couch or hammock on the front patio is perfect for the edges of the day. The bed is comfy and towels soft. We had a few questions and Steph immediately answered them. She is a great host. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue W., Canada

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

Perfect

We stayed at Steph’s place for a month this winter, looking for a break from snow, somewhere to relax and do some hiking. We got all that and so much more. Every morning waking up to the sun rising over the incredible mountains, visits from coyotes and even a bobcat, a comfy bed but mostly a sense of peace and energy that we really needed. Steph is an amazing host who will encourage you to embrace the desert and the homes history. It’s so much more than a place to stay.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mary S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wildflowers , birds & critters, hiking

It was in a great location with views of the valley near J. T. Very quiet and peaceful. Kitchen and baths were very clean and updated. Nice sitting areas outside to enjoy the birds and critters , and views. Challenges with one toilet not running correctly, and an outside light going on at 1:20 a m - waking us up and going off and repeating the situation .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

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

Great stay stay in an excellent location

Stephanie's property is located very closer to JTNP with views to forever. The property was well stocked and clean. Our bed was comfy and it was very quiet. Got to see a bobcat stroll by on the patio and a coyote in the distance, so that was very exciting. Only glitch was operating the TV, but Stephanie was very helpful. All it needed were new batteries. All in all a pleasant stay in a uniquely beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin F.

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

Thanks

For all the help and communication! K
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald b., Santa Barbara

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

Very peaceful, stunning views

My wife and I really like this place. We didn’t see any jackrabbits from the house this time (a fair number in the neighborhood, though). We did get a visit from a very cooperative roadrunner. Good views every direction. The shower, although small, has grab bars. That can be important. The other bath has a tub/shower for those of us without balance problems.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David O., San Diego

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

Lovely, absolutely lovely...

The owner of this property opens up her home to share and you can immediately tell when walking in. The house is warm and cozy with an extremely relaxing and healing vibe. We have stayed in other homes in Joshua Tree over the years, but none can compare to this; the views were excellent, the property was welcoming and for the first time in a year I finally felt myself completely relax. Steph, thank you so much for opening your home and letting us stay with you... we will most definitely be back :)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie R.

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Stephanie is a true Southern Californian, who spent her years growing up with a deep love of nature, from the desert to the mountains and oceans. She is a big believer in preserving and respecting natural environments and open space, and likes to think of her home and property in JTree as a sanctuary, not just to the people who visit, but also to the wildlife who have made this beautiful area their home. The night sky (especially when there is a meteor shower) and the clean air, makes this one of her favorite places on earth, and she considers herself to be very fortunate that she gets to be the caretaker of this special home and property.

Why they chose this property

Unlike some listings from investors and corporations looking to get into the rental market in this area, this property has belonged to owner Stephanie (and then boyfriend blues harmonica legend John "Juke" logan) since 1997, and renovated in 2015. The 2 remained friends through the years after splitting in 2002, always marveling at its healing power, sharing it with family and friends. The home has hosted incredible parties with musicians from all over the world, been a jumping off point for friends who are rock climber enthusiasts, and has been a perfect spot for Thanksgivings, Christmases, and, of course, meteor showers. Sadly, Juke passed away in 2013, and, after doing some wonderful updates and renovations, Stephanie is proud to open it up for more to enjoy, so others can create wonderful memories here as she has.

What makes this property unique

This home and property is equidistant to the park and the village, yet still had amazing privacy. The home is set up with amazing views all around from every window, and they made sure to purchase some extra acreage to ensure no other homes could be built to block the views. All left unfenced to make sure all natural wildlife can still live as they had, with the freedom to cross, hunt, and raise their young without encroachment. The original builder of the home put in two watering holes that are still in use, so all of us who have lived here have helped generations of desert critters thrive. This is a home that is personal, eclectic and very loved.

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