Chuckwalla by AvantStay | Joshua Tree Haven w/ Hot Tub & Modern Interior
Welcome to Chuckwalla! Make the desert your backyard at this light-filled bungalow surrounded by sand, and sweeping views of Yucca Valley. Inside, the open-planned kitchen and living area showcase the best of California-style interiors, including an earthy color palette, and wood materials. Spend your time admiring the area’s main attraction–the great outdoors!– bundled up by the fire pit and marvel at the abundant Joshua tree grove or in the hot tub, soaking under the stars. When you’re fully recharged, turn up the volume and recruit your group for a crowd-pleasing corn hole tournament in the yard. Enjoy!
Joshua Tree originally attracted artistic types looking for an unspoiled environment to inspire their creative side. Nowadays, it also appeals to distant travelers for its superb stargazing, mountain climbing, and vibrant art scene. Within driving distance from Los Angeles and Coachella Valley, this nature lover’s dream invites you to unplug, enjoy the outdoors, and admire the surrounding Joshua trees, of course.
Nearby activities: Joshua Tree National Park, Hawks Landing Golf Course, Frontier Cafe, Cali Greens Cafe, Pappy & Harriet’s, Hi-Desert Nature Museum, Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, Palm Springs.
*Home Truths:* - This home allows up to 2 pets for a fee per pet, per stay; undisclosed pets brought without AvantStay’s approval may result in a $500 fine per pet. - Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and associated bedding is provided. - Please be aware that wildlife such as insects, scorpions, and snakes may be present. Our team does their best to check the home before your arrival, but be mindful about leaving the doors & windows open during your stay. - A pack-n-play crib and highchair are provided. - This property has exterior video surveillance and noise alert decibel monitoring systems in common areas to ensure guest security and compliance with local laws. Cameras are located by the front entry. - Due to the remote location of our home, guests may experience unannounced power outages. - Please note that this home uses mini-split units for air conditioning and does not have central air. - Please note: There is currently road construction underway in the neighborhood; however, access to the home is not affected. - To help everyone enjoy a peaceful stay and to remain in good standing with our neighbors, we observe quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Please note that local county quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM, but we ask guests to start winding down a bit earlier.
Parking Details: - Garage parking (2), driveway parking (2) - Max # of cars:4 - No street parking.
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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed w/ ensuite Bedroom 2 / Two twin beds Bedroom 3 / King bed
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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
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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
Yucca Valley
Yucca Valley is home to this holiday home. Hi-Desert Nature Museum and Pioneertown Wild West Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sand to Snow National Monument and Cabot's Pueblo Museum. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 36 min drive - 38.7 km
Agua Caliente Casino - 52 min drive - 62.7 km
Palm Springs Convention Center - 53 min drive - 51.2 km
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 58 min drive - 55.7 km
Getting around
Palm Springs Station - 34 min drive
Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Circle K - 5 min drive
Jack in the Box - 6 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Chuckwalla by AvantStay | Joshua Tree Haven w/ Hot Tub & Modern Interior pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Chuckwalla by AvantStay | Joshua Tree Haven w/ Hot Tub & Modern Interior?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chuckwalla by AvantStay | Joshua Tree Haven w/ Hot Tub & Modern Interior on 23 Jun, 2026 start from S$114, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Chuckwalla by AvantStay | Joshua Tree Haven w/ Hot Tub & Modern Interior?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Chuckwalla by AvantStay | Joshua Tree Haven w/ Hot Tub & Modern Interior?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Chuckwalla by AvantStay | Joshua Tree Haven w/ Hot Tub & Modern Interior?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Chuckwalla by AvantStay | Joshua Tree Haven w/ Hot Tub & Modern Interior located?
This family-friendly Yucca Valley holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of California Welcome Center, Hi-Desert Nature Museum and Yucca Valley Community Park. Desert Christ Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Home was just as listed, thank you for a great stay.
Karen H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad the home met your expectations and that you had a great stay. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified
8/10 Good
John K.
26 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Really liked the property and recommend it. The beds were comfortable, and when we arrived, there were amenities: hand soap & coffee! overall the property was well maintained.
John K.
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the property and found everything comfortable and well-maintained.
It’s great to hear the beds and small touches like the hand soap and coffee made a difference. We truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to host you again!
This is a super clean, lovely, well appointed property that was perfect for our stay. The host communications were clear and timely. When we had a problem with the door lock late at night, the 24 hour customer service was able to fix the problem right away.
HDCC H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad the home felt clean, lovely, and well-appointed, and that the host communications were clear throughout your stay. It's also great to hear our 24-hour customer service team was able to resolve the door lock issue quickly — we know how important that peace of mind is, especially late at night. We would love to welcome you back anytime!
The Chuckwalla property was just as advertised! Photos are true to the house. Nicely appointed, particularly the kitchen (olive oil, salt/pepper grinders, assorted spices, all the pots/pans/cutting boards one could want). In addition, there was a hand written welcome note and gift of local coffee! So cool!Also they provide more than enough paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, dish soap, dishwasher detergent! So nice to not have to make a special trip to procure these items!Beds were some of the best we’ve encountered in a vacation rental! The hot tub worked as expected as did the grill outside.We would happily book this property again.
Derek S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much for the incredible and detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear the home lived up to expectations and that you appreciated all the thoughtful touches—from the fully stocked kitchen to the welcome note and local coffee.
It’s great to know the beds, hot tub, and outdoor grill all helped make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. We truly aim to make things as seamless as possible, so we’re glad those extra essentials made a difference.
We really appreciate your kind words and would be happy to host you again anytime!
It was a great home for our family as we visited Joshua tree.
Katie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2024
Hi Katie, we're delighted to hear that our home served as a great base for your family's visit to Joshua Tree! We hope you had a wonderful time exploring the area and creating memories together. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we'd love to host you again for your next adventure!
Stayed at the property for a little R&R. Neighborhood was very quiet and had a relaxing feel. I would definitely stay at this property again.
Elliott S.
Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2024
Thank you for your review, Elliot! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the neighborhood quiet and relaxing. We look forward to welcoming you back for another peaceful getaway in the future!
Awesome family home. Clean and well stocked vacation rental with easy access to Joshua Tree NP and Palm Springs.
Dawn V.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2025
Thanks for the wonderful review, Dawn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the home clean and well-stocked. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another Joshua Tree adventure!
We stayed here for 8 days. It was central to many sights and experiences. The place is clean and very amenable to family with three bedrooms, full kitchen and ourdoor amenities. We would recommend it highly.
Milona V.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2025
Thank you, Milona! We're so happy you found the home comfortable and convenient for your stay. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the location, space, and amenities. We’d love to welcome you back for another visit!
Our family had a great time and appreciated the thoughtfulness of the hosts. We would love to come back to it on our next visit.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr, 2024
Hi Xiaoyu, Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that your family had a great time and that you appreciated the thoughtfulness of the hosts. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!
The property was great and super kid friendly. The kitchen was full stocked and made making meals easy. There was a pack and play for our infant and some small mattresses for our toddler. The backyard was well maintained and the fire pit was lovely.
Kevin C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2025
Thank you, Mikayla! We're so happy to hear that the property worked well for your family. It’s great that the kitchen made meal prep easy and that the kid-friendly amenities like the pack-and-play and small mattresses made your stay more comfortable. We’re also glad you enjoyed the backyard and fire pit. We’d love to have you back for another family getaway!
Beautiful getaway. Everything well-appointed throughout home. Loved well stocked kitchen. Comfy beds and relaxing hot tub made for good nights’ rest. Close to Joshua Tree Park and San Bernadino Mtns. Nice drive to Big Bear Lake.
Pam Z.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2025
Thank you, Pam! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the getaway and found the home well-appointed and comfortable. It sounds like the kitchen, beds, and hot tub helped make your stay relaxing. We’re also happy the location worked well for your trips to Joshua Tree Park, the San Bernardino Mountains, and Big Bear Lake. We’d love to host you again anytime!
The entire house was spotless. Everything was in excellent condition and easy to navigate. The hot tub was fine. The lid is in need of replacement but the water was well filtered and mechanically everything in the house was like brand new. I will be back.
Tim B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
Thanks so much for your review! We're glad to hear the house was spotless and everything in great condition. Appreciate the heads-up about the hot tub lid — we'll take care of that. Looking forward to having you back!
This home is absolutely beautiful and welcoming. The backyard is perfect for gathering around the fire pit or playing games and jumping into the jacuzzi to star gaze. The interior of home is aesthetically pleasing. The beds were so comfortable and paired with superior quality sheets and pillows. We loved this vacation stay.
Yesica L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2022
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay so much! Please don't hesitate to stay with us again in the future.
We had such a great time at this property on our recent trip. We are a family of 5, two adults and three kids, ages 4,6, and 9. We had more than enough room and the kids really enjoyed the outside space with the games and hammock. The location was perfect, a short drive to Joshua tree national park. The property was very clean and just as expected from the listing! We would definitely recommend you book a stay for a nice enjoyable trip.
Kristin D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr, 2025
Thank you, Kristin! We're so glad to hear your family had a great time and that the outdoor space was a hit with the kids. It’s wonderful that the home provided plenty of room and was a convenient base for exploring Joshua Tree. We appreciate your kind words and recommendation — we’d love to host you again anytime!
The home, hosted by AvantStay, was outstanding. It is new, immaculate, has outstanding amenities and the hosts are incredibly responsive. We had a little glitch with the check-in which AvantStay addressed fairly quickly. Otherwise everything went perfectly. 5 adults fit very comfortably in the house. The location was convenient for our visit to Joshua Tree NP. Local groceries etc were nearby too. We’ll definitely look at other AvantStay properties for future trips, and we’d certainly stay here again. perfect.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2025
Thanks, Ron! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the home immaculate and well-equipped. We appreciate your understanding regarding the check-in issue and are happy it was addressed quickly. It’s great to know the location worked well for your Joshua Tree visit. We'd love to host you again in the future and look forward to welcoming you back!
We stayed for two nights at this VRBO in Joshua Tree and it was just what we needed. The place was clean and cozy, and had everything we wanted – from a grill to a hot tub. It was super easy to use everything, which was a big plus.
It's also a great spot if you've got kids. Ours felt right at home and had plenty of space to play. The neighborhood was quiet, giving us the peace we were looking for, and it's close enough to Joshua Tree Park for a full day's adventure.
Would we stay here again? Absolutely. It was a straightforward, comfortable stay without any fuss.
Emma B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2023
Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're thrilled to hear that our VRBO in Joshua Tree met all your needs and provided the cozy and clean environment you were looking for. It's great to know that the amenities like the grill and hot tub were easy to use, and that your kids felt at home with plenty of space to play. We're pleased that the quiet neighborhood provided the peace you were seeking, and the proximity to Joshua Tree Park added to your adventure. We'd be more than happy to welcome you back for another straightforward and comfortable stay. Your feedback means a lot, and we appreciate your kind words!
Loved the kitchen amenities! We broke 1 coffee cup and left a 5 bill in it on the counter.Suggest putting in the binder how to turn off the lights on the ac/heater units in bedrooms.There is a spa product called Leisure Time, that’s not so cholorine smelling.
Caroline R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar, 2025
Thank you, Caroline! We're glad you loved the kitchen amenities. We appreciate your honesty about the coffee cup—that was very thoughtful. We’ll add instructions in the binder for the AC/heater lights and look into the spa product you suggested. Your feedback is really helpful, and we’d love to welcome you back in the future!
I recently stayed here with my friend of 38 years, and it was a fantastic experience! The house was perfect for relaxing and reconnecting. We enjoyed doing yoga in the spacious living room and slept very comfortably in the master bedrooms.The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals, and the backyard was an absolute highlight. We loved lounging in the hammock and soaking in the hot tub under the stars.The location couldn’t be better—just at the entry to Joshua Tree National Park, making it super convenient for exploring. And we adored the tiny pony, Harriet, and Papes—they added such a unique and charming touch to the stay.Overall, this place felt like a home away from home. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat with great amenities and a perfect location!
Crystal I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2025
Thank you, Crystal! We're so happy to hear that you and your friend had such a wonderful and memorable stay. It’s great that the space worked so well for your relaxation and reconnecting, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed the backyard, hot tub, and charming ponies! We agree the location near Joshua Tree National Park is perfect for exploring, and we’re so glad it added to your experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another peaceful retreat!
Loved that the place was the same way as it looked in the pictures. It was centrally located between the places we wanted to visit which were Pioneer Town and Joshua. The only thing we wish we had was a bit more privacy between the surrounding homes. Chain link fence doesn't cover much. Would we stay here again? Yes we would. Would we recommend it? Yes we would.
Francisco J V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2023
Hi Francisco, we appreciate you sharing your review with us and the other travelers. We are happy to learn that you had a good overall experience while visiting our property. We appreciate your feedback and will use your criticism to provide even better service.
We had a great 10 day trip at this location. Our biggest complaint was the seating in the living room, it was horrendous. The rental costs way too much to be sitting on that stale couch and uncomfortable chairs. That’s the major gripe, the two minor ones were the very loud dogs behind the house and to the side of the house and the non dimmable super bright lights within the property (and in a neighbors backyard). Overall, we had a nice stay, but would not book again given the comfort of the communal space. Pretty location and nice backyard with amenities!
Grant G.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan, 2025
Thanks for your feedback, Grant! We're glad you enjoyed the location and the backyard amenities. We’re sorry to hear the seating and lighting weren't up to par, and we truly appreciate you sharing that with us. We’ll pass your thoughts along to the owners so they can improve the comfort of the space for future guests. Hopefully, you’ll consider staying with us again!
The house was clean, spacious, and very well-equipped. It was crowded with 8 adults, but ample outdoor space was available. The neighborhood was a nice area, convenient to restaurants and stores, and very quiet. There are only two drawbacks that we encountered - it does not have an ice maker-equipped refrigerator so be prepared to purchase ice (not a big deal), but if you do have 8 adults be aware that two of them will be sleeping on the floor on very narrow, thin trifold mattresses. This would be a deal breaker had we realized, but we only added the last two adults at the last minute. Communication was very good with our host but since we encountered no problems we were only inquiring about local parks. The hosts were very prompt and helpful with information.
Maggie H.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience, Margaret! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the space, the neighborhood, and the communication with the host. We apologize for the inconvenience with the ice maker and the sleeping arrangements. We’ll make sure to clarify the sleeping options for future guests. We hope to have the chance to host you again soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
heather j.
21 Apr, 2026
heather j.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future!
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