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Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa

Joshua Tree vacation home with private pool

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Place, Noah Purifoy Foundation
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree Courthouse
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Joshua Tree

In Joshua Tree .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Noah Purifoy Foundation and Noah Purifoy's Outdoor sculpture Museum. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Joshua Tree Community Center and Sand to Snow National Monument.
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What's nearby

  • Noah Purifoy Foundation - 12 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 20 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 21 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Joshua Tree Courthouse - 23 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Pioneertown - 35 min drive - 17.1 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬15 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.

Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa

Rancho Loco is perfect for your desert hideaway home away from home. Come rain or shine, Rancho Loco has something beautiful to offer. When it's sunny, drinks by the pool, quiet time on the veranda with a book, watching the sun rise or set and enjoying some good barbecue with friends and family. When it's stormy – get cozy on the couch with a fire crackling away, a home cooked meal with a glass of wine while you watch the clouds roll in over the dramatic landscape, framed by the huge picture windows. Rancho Loco also affords extra privacy with separate living quarters, the cozy & bright main house and the open & airy studio.

Located on its own secluded 20 acres, minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, Rancho Loco offers 360º views with over 50 Joshua trees, yuccas and native desert foliage all on the property. Situated between the two houses is a salt water swimming pool and separate Hot Tub with an observation deck, perfect for sunset viewing, outdoor dining, and maybe even a skinny dip under the stars. Rancho Loco is a rustic modern take of a 1920s ranch house updated to today's standards including solar power as its primary source of energy and water drawn from a private on-site well!

Rancho Loco is a great affordable base no matter what your interests are – rock-climbing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, model rocket launching [our fave], novel writing or just relaxing by the pool. So please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to get away and visit this magical California vacation home location.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the houses. But fine outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the trash
Lock the doors
Please make sure the hot tub lid is closed and locked down.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

There are 2 security cameras on this property which monitor the entryway and driveway. Exterior only.
Quiet time after 10pm. As remote as the place feels sound travels very far and we do have neighbors. We have installed an Noise Aware system.
Please see House book and Contract for more information.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $10 per pet per night for cleaning.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking inside the houses. But fine outside.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-01105

Property is also known as

Secluded 20 Acre Retreat With Guest House Pool
Secluded 20 Acre Retreat With Guest House and Pool Joshua Tree

Frequently asked questions

How close is Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa to the airport?

This vacation home is 40.7 mi (61-min drive) away from the Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa to downtown Joshua Tree?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi away from Joshua Tree.

Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 195 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pat O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great pool. Super fun
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inga C., Manhattan Beach CA

Liked: Cleanliness
I’ve stayed here many times and every time it’s absolute perfection if I was to say anything about this time as the water pressure was a bit low so maybe the tank is low right now. But otherwise it’s always the best place I’ve ever stayed in the high desert.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

flore t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to visit Joshua tree NP and be out of the grid
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice retreat and great location - smooth transaction and great communication - hopefully it will be available again for future trips. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inga C., Manhattan Beach CA

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ve stayed here multiple times and every time it’s absolutely perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerry j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Desert Oasis

Came out for a quick getaway The location was great not a sound but for the record player and the bubbling spa Marcus was great with the details and there is more than enough space with the extra house will return again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Stay

Had a great time using the house as base camp for exploring Joshua tree park and surrounding area with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

What a great property! The pool the views.. overall everything.. the photos do not give the house justice! Very roomy both houses, neat clean very trendy.. I would recommend staying here. Thank you host.. great home! And good times with my family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great desert experience!

We loved our time here and would highly recommend for anyone wanted a secluded desert experience! The place was clean, orderly and the beds were comfy. Their pet friendly atmosphere was great and our dogs loved roaming the 20 acres of desert that goes with the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for exploring JTNP & Palm Springs!

My family of 4 stayed here for a week while we did some hiking and rock climbing in the Joshua Tree area. The house is in a great location to access Joshua Tree National Park, as well as the general Palm Springs area. We visited the Living Desert Zoo, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to Mount San Jacinto, downtown Palm Desert & Palm Springs, Palm Canyons, and of course Joshua Tree National Park while we were there and everything felt like it was within a reasonable driving distance. The house itself is wonderful - there is plenty of space and seating, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. As we were up early each day for our activities, we enjoyed several stunning sunrises just outside the front door, and loved the peaceful quiet of the area in the evenings. Having the sleeping areas split between 2 buildings may not work for all families, but it was fine for us, as our teens slept in the studio while we slept in the main house.Overall, it was an excellent place to stay while enjoying the JTNP area, and we would definitely return if we're ever in the area again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesper M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place

Excellent place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maja A., We are driving to California from Muskoka Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We come regularly here. The two buildings are a great choice with comfy beds everywhere. The pool is perfect in a hot day and the hot tub will be great on our winter trip when we hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat O., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Quiet, clean, private. All around enjoyable. Looking forward to returning every year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property

The photos on the listing do not give enough justice to the views on this property. Communicating with the host was easy. Check in/out seamless. Many reviews mention they’ve stayed here multiple times and can see why. Already planning our return trip to Rancho Loco.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great secluded getaway

We (two families 4 adults and 3 kiddos) had a blast staying, and it was a super convenient spot for our Joshua Tree exploring. Had a small issue with the heater at check in (probably user error tbh) but the property management replied immediately and helped all they could - and we got it sorted out right away. This spot had everything we needed for meals and to sleep easy. Fav memory of the weekend: Grilling up some bbq as the kids enjoy the pool and the sun setting on the desert, while the Johnny Cash vinyl plays on the outdoor speakers - followed by a star gazing s’mores session around the fire pit. 👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean K., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Property

Marcus’ property is perfect for a vacation. My friends and I stayed at the house for a weekend over Easter and were so happy with everything. There’s plenty of room between the two houses for everyone to have enough space but not feel separated. The property itself has amazing views and is close enough to town but far enough away to feel the true Joshua tree experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim R., Plymouth, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Mojave Desert Chic

Beautiful location. Well equipped ,easy access to Joshua Tree NP. great hot tub Comfortable. Host responsive to questions
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend trip.

It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome spot near JT

This was a perfect spot for our family visit to Joshua tree. Close to the park, peace and quiet at night. Kids loved the casita. The house was clean, great decor, and the kitchen well stocked. The water was hot and water pressure was great. Shooting star show from the spa was an unexpected bonus! A couple of polar plunges into pool even happened. The kids were sad that they didn’t spy the desert tortoise, so we’ll have to come back when they aren’t hibernating:)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved It!

My wife and I spent a few warm days here in August for our anniversary. Sun was hot, pool was cool, home was great! It was quiet and secluded and clean. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat O., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Enjoyed it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H., Long Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Exception Property and home.

We have stay at this property several times and will absolutely be coming back. This is a wonderful property and the house, studio, pool and the entire property are exceptional. Thank you for allowing us to stay here. We love this home and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill P., Sacramento, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Desert Oasis in the Summer

We love this property in the summer and have traveled here the last four summers for a relaxing getaway. The house is comfortable with a good bed and a well supplied kitchen. The owner is upgrading to AC but we have been comfortable in the past with just the swamp cooler. For us the highlight is enjoying morning hikes in Joshua Tree National Park (only 20 minutes away), and then lazing in the pool in the afternoons. The property is quiet and secluded on unpaved back roads with almost no traffic going by. When we are not cooking for ourselves, we have developed our favorite places to eat in town including Natural Sisters for breakfast, Two Guys Pies for pizza, and La Copine for dinner takeout. We highly recommend this desert oasis for a fun summer getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023