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Escape to the Desert, Unwind Under the Stars

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Two chairs and a fire pit in a desert setting with mountains in the background.
A desert landscape with Joshua trees and a house under a starry night sky.
A living room with a brick fireplace, a television, a blue cabinet, and a large window with a view.
A living room with a sofa adorned with patterned cushions, a round coffee table, and a window with a view of trees.
A single-story house with a garage, surrounded by desert vegetation and mountains in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, World Famous Crochet Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

The Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

The Twin Room

2 Single Beds

Western Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to the Desert, Unwind Under the Stars

Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, family retreat, or a friends’ desert escape, La Mirada is designed for relaxation and connection.

Start your mornings with coffee on the patio surrounded by desert views.

At night, soak in the private hot tub, gather around the fire pit, or stargaze under some of the darkest skies in California.

La Mirada House is the perfect balance of privacy and location. Nestled in the desert just minutes from Joshua Tree Village and the National Park entrance, you’ll feel completely secluded — like the desert is your own, while still being close to coffee shops, art galleries, and restaurants.

Basics:
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6
Bedroom 1: King bed (ensuite bathroom)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Two twin beds
Spacious living room with indoor fireplace and smart TV

Highlights:
+ Private hot tub with desert & night sky views
+ Outdoor fire pit with seating
+ Fully equipped kitchen with cooking basics
+ Indoor fireplace for cozy evenings
+ BBQ grill & outdoor dining area
+ Washer & dryer for longer stays
+ High-speed WiFi for work or streaming
+ Camping cots for more star gazing

Family and group friendly! We’ve added thoughtful touches to make your stay stress-free:

Ping Pong Table
Board games, books
Extra blankets & pillows
Easy self check-in (lockbox)
Single-level home (no stairs)

Bring your pets, we know you consider them family! We never charge a pet fee.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you have time to start a load of towels it is very helpful though no worries if you feeling ruched.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets need to remain on the floor & off ALL furniture. Pick up & dispose of all droppings from the front and backyard, or forfeit deposit.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number CESTRP-2022-00169
Property # 4559355
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Joshua Tree

Joshua Tree is home to this holiday home. Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hi-Desert Cultural Center and Hi-Desert Nature Museum. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking, mountain biking and ecotours.
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Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • World Famous Crochet Museum - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Joshua Tree Community Center - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to the Desert, Unwind Under the Stars pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Escape to the Desert, Unwind Under the Stars?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to the Desert, Unwind Under the Stars?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to the Desert, Unwind Under the Stars?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to the Desert, Unwind Under the Stars located?

This family-friendly Joshua Tree holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hi-Desert Cultural Center, Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center. World Famous Crochet Museum is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.

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. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Channone A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay for a family getaway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2026
Channone, we are happy the property was perfect for your family getaway! Thanks for the review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at this home near the west entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. It was clean and quiet and the hot tub was just the thing to relax after a day of hiking. Will stay again when we are back in the area. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Sarah, I am happy that you found the property and clean and quiet! The hot tub is great way to unwind after a day in the park! Thanks for the review and we hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay. The home was cozy and the surroundings were beautiful. We had an issue with getting the hot tub heating up properly, but the hosts were very communicative and helped us find a solution that fixed the issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Benjamin, I am glad we were able to sort out the hot tub issue with you and we are sorry this happened at all! Thank you for the review and we hope to host you for your next visit to the desert.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

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

Lovely Stay!

Really enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Thank you for the review Bonnie. I am so happy you had a lovely stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view from the backyard of Joshua trees and cactus. Well-appointed kitchen with tasty JTree coffee. Nice decor throughout the house. Friendly and responsive hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2026
Michael, thank you for. Your kind words. We are so happy you enjoyed the view and the. Joshua Tree. Coffee!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alex M.

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

Relaxing Getaway

Had a great time at this Vrbo! Wonderful hosts were very communicative, and the place felt like home. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Alex, thank you for your kind review. We would love to host you again as well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here! Everything was comfortable, and the host was responsive to one small problem. Nicely decorated, quiet neighborhood, and well appointed kitchen.We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2026
Martha, I am happy we were able to settle your one small issue and that you found the neighborhood quiet. Thank you and all the best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Noah, thanks for the review! I am happy you found the house nice and clean.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Myra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our needs w a dog. No pet fee was awesome. Jacuzzi and star gazing cots were sweet. Didn’t get to the ping pong but we’ll def be back. Location was super convenient and quiet. Late checkout was so appreciated .Thank you to the host, Lynn. One of my best VRBO experiences
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2026
Myra, you can only imagine how happy it makes me to hear that this was one of your best VRBO experiences! We truly aim for this. Thank you for the review and please do come back for that ping pong tournament that you are meant to have!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

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

Great house stars at night beautiful

Every thing we needed was here. Comfortable house the back yard perfection. A great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Suzanne, we are so happy that you had a great experience and that the house has everything you needed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great stay!!

First family trip to Joshua Tree. Perfect sized house for us, hot tub a big plus!! Very conveniently located near the western entrance to the park. Great star viewing at night while making smores in the fire pit. Quite comfy with everything we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Mark, thank you for the great review. We are happy you and your family got to enjoy the fire pit and hot tub and that La Mirada House suited your family nicely. Come stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house is perfect for a family with kids, or just someone that has a dog (or both!). The location is a perfect distance from the park and downtown. The house is amazingly decorated, and has absolutely everything you could need to cook with in the kitchen. The backyard is fantastic, and has comfortable chairs to sit out and enjoy the beautiful night sky and weather. We could have easily stayed another week and still not seen all the great things. Check in was super simple, and the hosts are wonderfully responsive (and we only had simple questions, zero issues). My family would love to stay there again in the future, as it was the perfect combination of size, amenities, and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eva M.

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

Wonderful family time in the desert

We had an incredible time relaxing at the beautiful property. We went on hiles nearby and enjoyed cookibg meals, playing Ping pong, watchibg DVDs (great collection!) and using the fanstastic hot tub. Enjoyed the outdoor área safely fenced for our toddlers. Thank you so much for a magical time!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Eva, it makes me so happy to hear that you had a magical time! Thank you and all the best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First off, the communicatiob with Lynn was top notch-very friendly, helpful, and personable. Check-in went without a hitch. My teo cattle dogs loved running around playing frisbee and ball in the backyard. The jacuzzi was awesome soaking in there at sunset was rejuvenating. You got a fireplace inside and a firepit outside which ai did some cooking on. There was all the amenities of home-great water pressure, instant hot water, filtered water at the kitchen sink, a crankin' ice maker, ping pong in the garage, washer & dryer, hiking down the street, lots ofbdvd's
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2026
Paul, it was such pleasure hosting and communicating with you. It makes us so happy to read your review! It looks like you got to appreciate all we offer. All the best, and we would love to host you again when you return to Joshua Tree!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Easy access to Joshua Tree

Clean and quiet. Everything we needed for meal prep was there - even sharp knives - something that many other hosts seem to overlook! Wish we had booked during the new moon phase to fully appreciate the stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Anne, thank you for the review and your are welcome back for the new moon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan v.

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

A delightful stay in a beautiful home

We loved our stay at La Mirada House, and look forward to returning! Lynn & Paul were great hosts - and we appreciated the thought and care that they put into every aspect of their home and what one might need when staying there. The hot tub - fabulous. The fireplace - perfect. The ping pong table - a great treat! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Susan, we are so happy you really got to enjoy what the property has to offer! Thanks for your kind words.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was well appointed in an eclectic way, though with older furnishings. All appliances worked properly and the house and amenities were very clean. Very clear instructions prior to our arrival and a house manual with information and instructions for our check out. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce K.

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

Quiet, comfortable home near Joshua Tree

The house was exactly as listed on VRBO! It had everything we needed, was comfortable and nicely accommodated 4 adults and 2 children, ages 10 &11. The neighborhood was quiet and a short distance to the West entrance of the park. The ping pong table in the garage and the hot tub in backyard were enjoyable amenities. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Joyce, we are so happy to hear you got to enjoy the hot tub and ping pong! Thank you for the review and all the best.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Cozy home

The house was just the right size for our family gathering: me and my husband, my sister and her 2 kids ages 9 and 6. We were close to the National Park and had an exciting scavenger hunt with the kids. The house had everything we needed for our stay - towels for the hot tub, ping pong, games, cards, and so much more. We loved this little house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

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

Perfect Location and Space

The La Mirada house was perfect for us and our visit to Joshua Tree. Our daughter and her toddler son joined my husband and me for a few nights and we had plenty of space, and yet the house still felt cozy and comfortable. The kitchen was equipped with all we needed for meal preparation. The hot tub was a nice bonus and easy to use. We loved our time at the La Mirada House and look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Buffie C.

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

Nice Oasis

Last minute decision for an overnighter. Found this little gem. Great communication from the start. Very cute place with everything you need. It was super windy so we didn’t get a chance to use the fire pit or hot tub but we look forward to it next time! We brought our dog and he enjoyed the fenced yard. Beds and bedding were
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Buffie, yes the winds can be something fierce. Please do come back so you can enjoy all of the property has to offer. Thanks for the review and all the best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david d.

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

Perfect Base for Exploring Joshua Tree Nat Park

First time visitor to Joshua Tree and this was a great location to access the park and local establishments. Can't say enough about the host's communication. It was in the 30's the night we arrived and there was no heat due to the pilot light being out. They sent a video showing how to light the pilot light on their home immediately and we had heat! We would stay there again when back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
David, sorry about the heat issue though glad we got it sorted for you that you got to enjoy all the house and the area had to offer. We hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and a fun, clean property. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances S.

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

Comfortable, cozy, and peaceful home

We loved our stay in the house! Everything is immaculately clean, and the kitchen is well-stocked. The beds are comfortable, and the rooms are light and bright. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Didi H.

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

A great spacious and comfortable home

I came from the UK to meet my family here and we had a lovely time. The house was a relaxed and comfortable place to stay with lots of space for everyone. It had everything you might want, much more so than many other places I’ve stayed. It is a short drive to shops and a short walk to a beautiful nature preserve. The outside space is also very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lynn and Paul

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We are Lynn and Paul, an artist and a physicist who live mostly in Encinitas, CA. We have come to love Joshua Tree and have a great respect for the desert. We want to share this sentiment and, with that intention, have created this vacation home for you to enjoy. We hope you love it as much as we do.

Recently my sister Sati has started managing the property for us. She shares the same love of Joshua Tree and has a flare for details to keep you informed.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood and a residential quality yet feels very secluded and private. We chose a paved street, which is rare for the area, but find that it keeps things simple for arrival especially if you haven't been before.

What makes this property unique

The house really feels like a home rather than a hotel. We have added and continue to add touches to bring out its charm. We love that the property actually has a Joshua Tree on it!

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