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Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees.

Joshua Tree vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • 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
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree Courthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Joshua Tree

In Joshua Tree .You'll find Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Joshua Tree Art Gallery and World Famous Crochet Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Joshua Tree Courthouse - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Hi-Desert Medical Center - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Good China Star - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees.

Enjoy a peaceful stay in upper Joshua Tree. Over 2 acres that include over 80 Joshua Trees and desert plants overlooking the village of Joshua Tree village. With a very open layout and large viewing area to enjoy the beauty in the high-desert. Moonshadow includes a vintage pinball machine, 8 foot pool table, chess, backgammon, books and an electric disco ball. Enjoy the Jacuzzi and hammocks after a long day of exploring all Joshua Tree National Park has to offer including hiking right outside our home you can walk to the Nancy Karl Trail. You may glimpse the neighborhood bobcat that comes by along with coyotes, tortoise, roadrunners, rabbits, quail and other desert friends. The sunsets and sunrises can be spectacular and at the end of the day you can sit for hours watching the sky change into the magnificent stars above. The 3 bedrooms offer a pleasant mix of sleeping options with 2 XL- twin beds, full bed, and king bed. The property comes with essential amenities such as powerful Wifi, AC, fridge with ice maker, blu tooth speakers, smart t.v's, washer / dryer, bbq, pizza oven, fire pit and a variety of outdoor seating. The home is loaded with color and many great personal objects to look at and loads of art books to view and read. There are 2 tasteful nudes framed (incase that’s not your thing) we will consider kids but understand the house is not baby proofed for little ones and many objects aren’t child friendly.
There is so much to do in the area like the great outdoor Noah Purifoy Museum , Transmission sculpture by Daniel Popper, Jazz at the Z. Club in downtown JT, Food and drinks some with live music...Joshua Tree Saloon, Crossroads cafe good burger, vegan food and amazing grilled banana bread yummm. Sky High Pie fantastic Pizza, Country Kitchen yummy breakfast and a few delicious Vietnamese recipes of salad and noodles and a soup !!! Get some great bits and bobs of food and gourmet things at The Dez, pick up some great boutique wines at The Bottle Shop. There is a Farmers Market on Saturdays in JT from 9-1pm. The shopping you don't want to miss is The Station of incredible things just go take a look I don;t want to spoil it, The World Famous Crochet Museum, Art Queen, Joshua Tree Trading Post, The Beauty Bubble Saloon a must see for the whole family... other Favorites in Yucca are The Tiny Pony food and cocktails and a very competitive Karaoke Tuesdays , The Copper Room food, drinks and live music certain days and DJ's, This was a famous spot in 1957 when Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin would go to on the private plane air strip along with many greats of the 60's and 70's ( if these walls could talk ! ) It was refurbished and newly opened a few years ago Hands down a favorite to pick up food is the family run Yucca Kabob and Hookah the Mediterranean food is phenomenal and do not miss the frozen lemonade mint drink. Frontier cafe has great coffee , breakfast and lunch menu and the shopping in that area is great higher end home wares, furniture art at ACME 5, The End my fave vintage store, Mojave Flea a great makers and merchants curated store, and LUNA Bakery get here early and if your driving up through Morango to come to the house stop there first for their incredible selection of bread, pastries, sandwiches and coffee. If you go to Pioneer Town see the Pappy and Harriets world famous restaurant, bar and live music venue. Check their calendar you'll be surprised who might show up and the little western town has shops and reenactment cowboy shootouts on weekends sometimes. If you head East toward Twenty nine palm you must stop at Mas O Menos they have so much going on from early morning till late at night for me its the best Match in the high desert and they have great outdoor spaces as well and a full bar with unique wines, different pop food days as well. In 29 Palms my favorite restaurant id Kitchen in the desert it's beautiful and such a great vibe at sunset into the evening then stop at Out There Bar on your way back and shoot some pool...
And do not forget the amazing Joshua Tree National Park you can't go wrong there is a close entrance near our home or you can enter in 29 Palms as well...There is so much to see in the high desert and we often have guests tell us once at the house they didn't;'t want to leave at times.
Our place is available for both long or short stays.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

In the desert the sound carries please no loud music/voices outside past 11pm or neighbors may call city and a fee will be charged.
Do not use the stereo equipment if you don't know how to we have a great bluetooth speaker for your stay or we may be able to instruct you
Leaving put dirty towels by washer , don't make the beds, wipe down kitchen counters and take all food, turn jacuzzi off And cover locked tight.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Will consider 5yr and above

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-01116

Frequently asked questions

How close is Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees. to the airport?

This vacation home is 40.5 mi (63-min drive) away from the Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Moonshadow is a hi-desert retreat with spectacular views with 85 Joshua Trees. to downtown Joshua Tree?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Joshua Tree.

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Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing vibe & location

The house lived up to all expectations. The vibe and ambiance was amazing and the location was a short drive to the downtown and park enterance.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house and location!

We could not have been happier with our stay. The host is fantastic, the house is beautiful, and furnished with the coolest selection of music, games, and activities. I hope to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

K B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vacation rental of my life.

This is just the coolest place ever! Such a warm and inviting home, filled with art and interesting activities. It’s the absolute opposite of the mostly empty vacation rental you’ve probably stayed in at some point. So much to look at, poetry to read, sunset to watch, hot tub to dip in. I have nothing negative to say, from top to bottom this experience was spectacular, and I highly recommend staying in his home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Father Son getaway

This property is everything it looks to be and more! My son and I came out to Joshua Tree for a little getaway and the house was definitely a highlight of the trip. From the pinball machine and the record player, to the jacuzzi and the atmosphere it was an amazing place to stay. Dana was a great host and I couldn’t have asked for better communication. We can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025