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Joshua Tree Retreat | Private Pool, Gardens & Cave-Inspired Estate

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The entrance to the cave in our Valley of the Moon is 14 feet high
Clouds after a rain at the motor court
View from the house to the west. On the other side of the ridge is the Park.
Visit Villa dei Fiori II under construction. Rooftop dance floor.
Dark bottom pool reflects the clouds during the late summer monsoon season.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living room - sleeper sofa.

1 Single Sofa Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Child Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Joshua Tree Retreat | Private Pool, Gardens & Cave-Inspired Estate

Enjoy perfect tranquility in our garden with fragrant Carolina jasmine, and Arizona blue cypress— cut bouquets and take home with you, Tuscan rosemary and cypress. You can easily hike straight into the Joshua Tree National Park, enjoy our three-chamber cave with firepit and picnic carpet, or explore the Valley of the Moon canyons for absolute privacy. Inside, a chef’s kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, and a curated library provide luxury and inpsiration.

The 36’ x 20’ saltwater pool is open year-round (best April–October). Evening spa and BBQ terraces overlook boulders and a Joshua tree, perfect for starlit dinners. Wildlife sightings include bighorn sheep, bobcats, and desert hawks. Hike straight into Joshua Tree National Park from our backyard.

Sleeping arrangements:

Bedroom 1: Queen

Bedroom 2: Queen

Bedroom 3: Double

Living room: Sofa sleeper (child/1 adult)

Library: Pallet cushions

Sleeps up to 9

Key amenities:

Private pool & hot spa

Boulder cave with firepit

Chef’s kitchen & BBQ

Six outdoor dining terraces

Gardens with aromatic plants for cuttings

Wi-Fi, A/C, washer/dryer, parking

Pet-friendly (fees apply)

Direct access to Joshua Tree National Park

Other notes / policies:

Quiet hours 10pm–8am; no large events

Pool & spa for contracted guests only

Proper footwear required; wildlife may be present

Owner available for quick assistance

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What's nearby

  • Joshua Tree Courthouse - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Joshua Tree Community Center - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
  • World Famous Crochet Museum - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market - 14 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Más o Menos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Joshua Tree Coffee Company - ‬13 min drive
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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. 222 out of 232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 232 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Therese E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Came with my family for our first visit to Joshua Tree, and this was the perfect home for our trip. Great location close to park entrances, and my kids all loved exploring the rocks and cave in the backyard. The pool and hot tub were clean and helped us relax after our mornings hiking in the sunshine. Definitely recommend and hope to return someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2026
Therese and family from Chico in Northern California were great guests and their three children has a ball. They said they were coming back. I look forward to that.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dale's place is a gem in a garden of gems.Upon arrival, Dale took the time to give us the history of the art and decor in the house, which added to our appreciation and enjoyment. It is conveniently located to Joshua Tree National Park, and there are wonderful hikes right in his backyard. The property is simply amazing. Imagine a swimming pool right in front of Skull Rock!We highly recommend a stay in Villa dei Fiori!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed for 4 days over spring break with 2 teenage boys. The pool was too chilly for swimming, but the spa & grounds were amazing. The boys loved scrambling the rocks & exploring the property. The spa & fire pit were great nighttime activities under the desert stars. The home is clean & well stocked. The owner is very responsive. Location was great. 100% would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2026
Tara, Thanks for coming all the way from Indianpolis. I'm glad Jackson and Body had a great time exploring the boulders and caves. The pool cooled after we were hit by an unexpected invasion of cool air, after weeks of 90 degree weather. During climate change, weather is more unpredictable than in past years. Thank you for taking such good care of my home. I hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cimarron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you're a nature lover like us, this property cant be topped! Epic caves, abundant wildlife, and many varieties of cacti are just steps away from the refreshing pool. The house is basic but well appointed - this is all about the location. Definitely the coolest VRBO I have ever stayed in. Dale is very friendly and accommodating as well, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Cimarron's group of friends from Alaska were a fantastic group, appreciate of nature and took advantage of the terrain, and left my house spotless even though they were a party of six. I hope they come from Alaska next winter to enjoy the warmth of the Mojave Desert.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a delightful stay in a lovely and very special property. Dale was a terrific and thorough host. The beauty of the environment is reflected in this very special place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb, 2026
Nancy and husband from Puget Sound, Washington were terrific guest, interested in all Villa dei Fiori has to offer and left my home immaculate. I hope to see them again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easily one of the most unique, well situated properties we have stayed at. Beautiful location with a backyard that you have to see to believe! Take a hike right up the boulders in the back yard and then relax in the hot top and pool with amazing views. The house is eclectic and we LOVED it... Dale, the property owner provided an excellent tour of the property at check-in and shared wonderful stories along the way... house is older, but is well equipped and has everything you need for a great stay! Easy access to Joshua Tree, 29 Palms, and both the West and North enterances to Joshua Tree National Park!
View from the pool
Great place to relax after a day of hiking
Beautiful setting for the house
Sunbathing on the rocks in the back yard
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2026
Andrew was a top guest, eager to learn about the hiking possibilities and checked up for me on the watering basin for the Bighorns in our Valley of the Moon, and turned on and off the irritation to the plants. I hope to see Andrew again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lots to explore in the backyard. Dale was extremely helpful with everything. We enjoyed the private and quiet setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIFFANY J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Villa dei Fiori and would absolutely recommend it for a unique Joshua Tree experience. The owner was very communicative, friendly, and welcoming. They gave us an exceptionally thorough tour on arrival, walking us through every detail of the property, which made it easy to settle in and fully enjoy our stay.The home itself is full of character, with interesting art throughout that adds personality. The beds were very comfortable, and the kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. The pool was a major highlight—beautiful, refreshing, and perfectly set among the desert landscape. It was exactly what we were hoping for and a great place to relax and take in the surroundings.The outdoor space is incredible, with rocks, caves to explore, and plenty of room to walk. We saw quail, lizards, kangaroo rats, and even a roadrunner (we were told the owner sometimes has treats for it, which was a fun touch).We brought our dogs and the property worked well for them, though there isn’t a fenced area for off-leash running. That said, we enjoyed walking them around the grounds.Overall, a peaceful, memorable stay with a great host—we would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner takes great pride in his home. Location was excellent. Very unique home. Plenty of towels, linens and books. Kitchen was well equipped. Hot tub was wonderful. We went in winter & the pool is not heated. Would love to stay again in the spring or fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan, 2026
Steve and Rose were wonderful guests, so appreciativehat of what we had to offer and appreciated comments on the kitchen we try hard to keep well appointed, especially with a number teas and teapots. I hope to see again in the spring. Warmly, Dale
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the most amazing properties! Dale was a great host with loads of local knowledge. He was more than willing to provide pointers and directions to great locations and drives.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2025
Alyssa and husband were interesting guests from Michigan who did some camping in their convertible Bronco on the way across America to California. I was delighted, Alyssa took me up on my hiking trail suggestions and left the house in perfect condition. I hope they make the trek again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this property was perfect. You are close to the popular West entrance of Joshua Tree National Park as well as the North entrance to the park and this allows you relatively quick access to two different areas. The property was beautiful, it sits right up against the desert boulders and is very quiet, making for wonderfully peaceful and relaxing evenings. Great for stargazing as well. The host provides a very detailed orientation to the property and the home is well stocked with all the essentials.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec, 2025
Dear Jennifer, I am so grateful for your handwritten note of appreciation and your perfect care of my home. You showed amazing diligence. Thank you for allowing us to look for the water leak last Friday. We didn't find the leak, but we made progress by eliminating some of the possibilities. I hope to see your family again one day. Warm regards, Dale
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an exceptional stay from start to finish. The location is absolutely perfect, with gorgeous views and easy access to incredible hiking right among the boulders. It truly feels you are immersed in the Joshua Tree landscape. The house is very comfortable and exceptionally well stocked with everything we needed. The jacuzzi was awesome, asd enjoyed a glass of red wine on the patio while soaking in the peaceful surroundings. We also loved being able to walk down the road to Mas o Menos for cocktails and tacos, which was such a fun bonus. Dale was a charming and incredibly informative host, and his vast library was a wonderful touch that made the home feel even more special. Every detail made this a memorable experience, and we can’t wait to return and enjoy the amazing pool next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan, 2026
Thank you Kim for your warm review. Your care of my home was deeply appreciated. It is a joy to host to guests like Kim. I hope to see you again one day. The pool will be nice in our hot summers. Dale
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice relaxing.
Pool
Proprty
Property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2025
Michele's pets Sean and Chewy were a delight to host, and the house was treated well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michele f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to reach both park entrances. Outdoor space was amazing with pool set in boulders and walk to remote part of park. Dale was a great host. Will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2025
Michele and Jeffery from Portland were interesting guests and left two samples of French Sancerre wine for me that were delicious. They left my home in immaculate shape. I hope I see them again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful and Dale was an amazing, accommodating host. He met us at the property and gave us a tour/overview and lots of helpful tips for our stay in Joshua Tree. Villa dei Fiore is a magical place and we hope to visit again in the future. We loved seeing the wildlife in the surrounding property and the cave and boulders were so fun to explore. Thanks Dale!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov, 2025
Michele and Greg were wonderful guests. I was sorry their other daughter wasn't able to join them. On the initial tour of the property, they were keenly interested in all that Villa dei Fiori has to offer, the kind of nature lovers we love to host. I came a long way to visit our desert. I hope to see them again. Dale
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay and decompress from the real world.Wonderful adventure or lounging awaits, your choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2025
Barry and Lucy were interesting guests who left my home in spotless condition. I hope to see them again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jerry j.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing we arrived toured the location with Dale the owner spent the days at the pool and the night in the spa this is a one in a million location we saw big horn sheep-snakes-rabbits-road runners and very large lizards all from the lounge chairs at the pool over 3 days....
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis B.

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

Great host and property

Thank you for renting us your beautiful property. We look forward to coming in September.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2025
I am looking forward to seeing you in September. Be well, Dale
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful place for us to spend four nights. We were two adult couples who came to visit Joshua Tree NP. Dale has a wonderful property and it is clear that he is very proud of what he has created. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well appointed, and the whole place was clean. It is a very private area located close to the park. The rocks behind the place are great for exploring. It’s located about 10-15 minutes from town which is nice for privacy and quiet. The hot tub was a wonderful treat after a long day of hiking too.I really have nothing but good things to say about the property. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov, 2025
Erik and friends from Washington State were great guests, and took advantages of all our recommended hikes and left the house in immaculate conditon. We hope to see them again. Dale
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Schean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dale was an absolute pleasure. He provided a lots of great details about the property when we arrived. The pool was amazing and the bed in the master bedroom was very comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dev P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had an amazing stay! Such a unique property with large rocks right behind the poolside. You can rock climb on them easily to watch sunrise and sunset. The stargazing is magical! I had planned a trip to Joshua Tree to propose to my girlfriend and when I saw this place I knew it was the one. We can a trip to remember and were already talking about our return before we checked out. Dale is a lovely host who will meet you upon check in and show you around the place. Highly recommend to all!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dpsintel

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is truly exceptional. We will absolutely stay again if possible and Dale is an awesome host. The pictures online do not do it justice. You have to see it to really appreciate the beauty of the hot tub and pool areas. The kitchen had everything we needed. Strongly recommend this if you have a chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2025
Thank you Jerry for the wonderful review. It always helps future guests to know what awaits them. Thanks for caring for my home so well. Dale
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marja w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a special trip for me and my two girls. After a long struggle with Long Covid, my older daughter is finally doing much better, and we wanted to celebrate.Joshua Tree Retreat was a wonderful place to escape to. The three‑bedroom home, filled with unique artwork, books, and colorful walls, felt truly special—definitely not your everyday VRBO. Dale’s stories about the history behind the artwork and books made exploring them even more meaningful. The numerous outdoor sitting areas, the hot tub, and the unbelievably beautiful pool offered peaceful places to relax and spend time together. Even working outdoors felt like a reprieve. And how refreshing to stay in a VRBO with a well‑stocked kitchen and quality cookware.The retreat is a short distance from both the North and West entrances to the park, making it easy to explore early and late in the day to avoid the heat. The Barker Dam and Hidden Valley hikes are great for everyone, but for me, seeing my daughter able to enjoy them again was incredibly gratifying. A sunset stroll inside the nearby park boundary—something Dale can give directions for—was also wonderful.Dale was kind enough to extend a late checkout for us, which allowed us to enjoy the morning, soak our feet in the pool, and then transition easily to meeting family later in the day in Palm Springs. We truly appreciated his understanding and the extra care.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I rated all 5 stars even though we had to cancel our accommodations at the last minute due to illness. I spoke with Dale, and even though we couldn't obtain a refund, he was very understanding and we discussed future options. I'm really looking forward to staying here in the near future and really appreciate the time Dale took to speak with me.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber A.

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

Perfect getaway

This place has it all: gorgeous boulders to climb and stargaze on, caves to have a bonfire and picnic in, pool to cool off in and a big hot tub to relax in after a long day of exploring. This place has the most beautiful, peaceful energy. My daughter especially loved the playhouse and my pug loved napping everywhere especially in the cave. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2025
I love when guests tell me about their personal experiences, like her daughter loving the playhouse and her pug napping in the cave. Yes it has it all, especially when the Bighorns or bobcat appears.
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