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Joshua Tree Hot Springs House

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Joshua Tree Hot Springs House

Relax in your own private hot springs. Soak year round in one of two natural mineral pools after a long hike. Stargaze while soothing your body in the 102 degree water or cool down in the cold plunge. Take in beautiful 360 views of the mountains, wide-open desert, sweet wildlife, and the most amazing sunrises and sunsets in the country.

Our artfully rehabbed original homestead is located halfway between Joshua Tree and 29 Palms, only 12 minutes from the National Park's “easy” north entrance.

Featured in the New York Times, the Joshua Tree Hot Springs House was the first private hot springs opened to the public in the High Desert. Guests often use the word MAGICAL to describe this property, and we agree! Nothing tops sitting quietly in the bubbling water, under the shade of the eucalyptus, listening to the leaves, while gazing at the expansive desert mountain views or soaking in the hot mineral water under the starry sky.

Escape the long lines at the west entrance and take the easy way through Joshua Tree National Park's via the 29 Palms. It’s a quiet oasis off the beaten path, with easy access to some of the most amazing features on the less traveled side -- the nearby Oasis of Mara, Jumbo Rocks, Cholla Garden, 49 Palms Oasis, or Indian Cove.

Highlights

★8-person hot spring soaking pool. Hot year round…thank you Mother Nature.
★10-person cool mineral spring soaking pool
★Beautiful shaded deck with 4 old-growth Eucalyptus. You’ll never go inside.
★Artfully designed with local artwork
★360 mountain views
★Propane BBQ+fire pit
★Short drive to the 29 Palms “easy” entrance to Joshua Tree National Park

"The pictures do not do this beautiful property justice. It was truly an oasis and escape from this crazy thing called life. The design and uniqueness of this house was just the tip of the iceberg. The property is very private with distant views and no outside noise. Being outside in the sun listening to the air run through the trees and appreciating the amazing view of the far off mountains set a tranquil environment. The pool and hot springs were so relaxing."
- Recent Review

Hot springs are a rarity in the Joshua Tree area, with only a few known at private residences. The naturally hot water emerges from the ground clear, clean, and non-smelling, at 160 degrees. A desert-style, homemade system of pumps, valves and thermometers channel the 160-degree water into the small hot-tub-like pool to mix with the cool circulating mineral water, and automatically shuts off when the temperature reaches 102 degrees. The overflow from the hot pool moves to the cool pool, and the water from the cool pool moves throughout the landscape. The porcelain-tiled and cinderblock pools are surrounded by a Douglas fir deck (please wear flip flops as it can be splintery), and are shaded by 4 very large fragrant eucalyptus trees with nesting hammocks.

Soaking in hot mineral water, commonly referred to as Balneotherapy, is known to provide the body valuable nutrients needed to increase blood circulation, eliminate toxins, stimulate metabolism, balance your body’s natural systems, improve PH levels, and relieve pain and stress. Heat plays an important role in allowing skin to absorb the minerals and this water is so rich with magnesium, calcium, sulfate, sodium bicarbonate, etc., that it is difficult to submerge beneath it.

We hope you will be able to unplug and share this extraordinarily
special, healing space with family and friends.

Amenities
- Electric cooktop, built-in stove and microwave, dishwasher, and large fridge
- Kitchen stocked with cookware, bakeware, blender, dishes, prep tools, and cutlery
- Coffee maker, French press and pour over
- Spices, condiments, olive oil, sea salt, pepper mill
- Individually-controlled mini-splits in each room provide quick and efficient heating and cooling
- Samsung Flatscreen w/with Roku, Netflix
- Wifi provided by Flashbyte
- Outdoor firepit to be used cautiously. Burn bans must be observed.
- Dining table for four and a living room coffee table to accommodate larger parties
- Outdoor seating - picnic benches, 6 lounge chairs, small table with chairs, and 2 hammocks
- Full washer and dryer
- Pool Towels, Bath Towels, Hand Towels, Washcloths, Hand Soap, Hair Dryer...the usual.
- BBQ
- Yoga mats
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About the area

Twentynine Palms

Located in Twentynine Palms, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center, while Smith's Ranch Drive-In Theater and Theatre 29 are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce and Sky's the Limit Observatory and Nature Center. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking, mountain climbing and horse riding.
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Twentynine Palms, CA

Getting around

  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Trails Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jess N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property. The hot and cold pools were the highlight of the trip. Everything was well stocked and appointed, more so than other places I've stayed before. The host was very kind and attentive. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig A.

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

Spacious clean house close to JTNP

The property was well cared for and very clean on the inside, plenty of space and hot springs were a bonus. We would stay here again without hesitation. Very convenient to JT national park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liza R.

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

magical oasis

What a special place! So peaceful in the hot spring fed tub under the stars and even just reading on the deck. Beautiful sunrise and sunset!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Perfection

Great location near park and a special place. The spring-fed pool was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick E.

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

Great Desert Home

This place was exactly as advertised. It offered seclusion and relaxation, and the natural-spring-hot-pool was amazing. We loved the fire pit as well. Plus, the place was a relatively short drive from the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Family stay

We came out to 29 palms to celebrate our grandsons birthday. This property is everything it says it is. Plenty of room for 3 adults and 3 children to sleep and have our own space. The property is extremely quiet and the hot springs and scenic views were amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn E.

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

Beautiful House in the Desert

We went there to relax with friends and family. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, hung out at the pool and watched the hawk family that lives in the trees outside the house. National Park entrance nearby. Property was very clean and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
It was an absolute pleasure to have you and your family at the hot springs house. We are so glad that you enjoyed soaking in the hot and cold mineral pools, and taking in the wildlife. The water and trees in the desert seem to attract them. Please come visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

August 2022

Nice place, nice host... and a spa/hot spring. Great for exploring Joshua Tree National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

Wonderful Home close to Joshua Tree North Entrance

Was a very clean, quiet home, off the beaten path, which can be challenging if you are driving a smallish car. The directions were very clear and kept us on paved roads until the very end. Town was 11 minutes away. The plunge pool and hot spring were absolutely amazing. A quiet sunrise over the mountains or a relaxing sunset in the hot spring, this property had both. Would absolutely stay here again, no question.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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