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Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.

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Nestled in six acres of surreal boulder landscape, Sweet Rock Ranch offers an artistic retreat. With a cowboy tub, yoga deck, and horseshoe pit outdoors and scenic views from every window indoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms2000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.

  • "Stop looking for other listings, this is the one... from hot tub stargazing to the amazing hikes right in the backyard, we honestly didn't leave for three days."

    - Steven, San Francisco

    An artistic and comfortable three bedroom house plus two sleeping cabins, we were a star feature on the recent Parade of Homes tour. We are located at the end of a dirt road and nestled in six acres of surreal boulder landscape. We are equally close to the Park entrance and Pioneertown. Off the back porch is 200 acres of park-like desert to explore. Loaded with features and nice touches, and . . . the most sublime hot tub experience in the high desert!


    ** NOTE: The listed base rate is for the main house - up to FOUR GUESTS. Rates including the sleeping cabins are structured according to guest count. Please read rates carefully when requesting a booking. We keep the maximum at ten guests.

    There are stunning boulder views from every window. Outside, enjoy the back porch, the 'lookout lounge' which overlooks the town of Joshua Tree and the national park, a hot tub, a cowboy tub, a yoga deck, a horseshoe pit, barbecue, great hangout spots, and more boulder piles than you can explore in a weekend.

    Just off the back porch is over 200 acres of pristine desert for you to explore. Nothing but boulders, joshua trees, wildlife . . . And silence!

    A scenic walking bridge takes you to a new six person saltwater hot tub surrounded by boulders - a stargazer's dream!

    We are uniquely situated between the national park entrance in Joshua Tree and Pappy & Harriet's in Pioneertown - the best daytime and nighttime activities the high desert has to offer.

    Or. . . You may decide you don't want to leave Sweet Rock at all!

    [more information and reviews at sweet rock ranch dot com]

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing 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

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Upon booking, please confirm the number of guests is accurate and that you agree to the House Rules.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Yucca Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area. Joshua Tree National Park and Sand to Snow National Monument reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hi-Desert Nature Museum and Hi-Desert Cultural Center. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails and rock climbing in the area. Visit our Yucca Valley travel guide
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Yucca Valley, CA

What's nearby

  • An Eastern Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia var. jaegeriana) woodland vegetation community in Wee Thump Joshua Tree Wilderness located south of Las Vegas, NV
    Yucca Valley Community Park
    6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Clear Day at Red Rock Canyon State Park
    California Welcome Center
    9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Sand to Snow National Monument
    Sand to Snow National Monument
    9 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Hi-Desert Nature Museum
    7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Desert Christ Park
    8 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Circle K
    5 min drive
  • Jack in the Box
    7 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joshua Tree Getaway. Private Boulder Wonderland. Rustic elegance. Sleeps ten. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Yucca Valley Community Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hi-Desert Nature Museum and California Welcome Center. Desert Christ Park and Sand to Snow National Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meena O.

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

Amazing stay!

Wonderful place to stay close to the national park, though one could spend days just enjoying and exploring the property itself. The property around the house provides accessible hikes with breathtaking views and the property grounds and home are full of unique touches
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Amazing property and location

We all loved our stay at Sweet Rock Ranch. Perfect relaxing getaway. Host paid amazing attention to details with everything labeled and great instructions for enjoying all aspects of the property. Great place to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Yucca Valley.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

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

Starry Eyed Surprise

Stunning property and perfect vibey comfortable house for my group of friends. The star-gazing hot tub is next level amazing. Loved the swinging bed, boulders everywhere, and privacy with views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verne D.

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

Wonderful Retreat

Lovely property with a comfortable and friendly space. Worked qell fpr two small kids and adults who wanted to soak up the desert. Sunrise thrpugh the master window is great. Cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Amazing desert home

Sweet Rock Ranch is incredible! From the decor to the location to the amenities you could not ask for a better vacation home near Joshua Tree. We especially enjoyed watching the birds at the feeder while we drank our morning coffee on the porch. Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

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

Beautiful Ranch

My spouse and I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful desert ranch. The home was comfortable, well appointed and filled with thoughtful touches. The property is a private desert oasis. We really enjoyed the many birds and rabbits that visit the back porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

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

Birthday getaway

Property was excellent. Well organized and layed out so we really didn’t have to look for anything. All there and labeled. Views were great and in close proximity to everything we wanted to see. 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

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

Magic

From the daily pointers to well stocked kitchen, we felt well taken care of for our stay. The sunrises, light and warmth in the AM while sitting out watching the wildlife drinking (provided) local coffee was perfection. One of the best
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Gorgeous Property and Home

John & Deva’s home is beautiful, and the property itself is unbelievably gorgeous with all the large boulders, amenities, and wildlife. John and Deva were great at communicating and made sure we had everything we needed, and made sure everything was going well for us. I would highly recommend staying here with them. I will for sure stay again if I am ever back in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Awesome Family Time!

Memorable stay with our family! Great location and beautiful grounds! The house was very clean, and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and grill. We had no issues what so ever with check-in, it went very smoothly John is a great communicator, instructions were easy to follow. We were very happy with our stay, we felt as though we were secluded and in the wilderness surrounded by boulders and wildlife. The locations of hot tub & cowboy tub felt very intimate for a relaxing time. Our family enjoyed the house so much we will return next year. Thank you John for your recommendations and suggestions
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon J.

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

Home nestled in nature

Wonderful home with boulder piles and Joshua Trees right up to the back door. The home was large and clean and neat and we liked that it had all the drawers and cabinets were well marked with their contents. Great and clear instructions for everything from the air conditioning to the hot tub. The owner was very responsive to questions and inquiries. Super cool place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirby D.

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

Exceptional setting, inside and out

This is a gorgeous house in spectacular desert setting. We watched the sunset and star gazed from the hot tub. The layout of rooms--with an extra small detached bedroom--was perfect for our all-grown-up family. We all like to cook and the kitchen was well-appointed. (It is the best-labeled kitchen of any VRBO we've ever stayed in!) The living room is welcoming, with a modern brick fireplace (bring your own logs). The bathrooms are small but very functional. All around a well cared for and beautiful home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

amazing weekend

we’ve been doing an annual friends weekend for almost a decade. this was our best one yet! the pictures don’t do justice to the amazing beauty of the surrounding property. the house and its amenities are exceptionally well designed, with cozy spots for coming together as well as many different areas to explore for smaller groups. the outdoor bed was a particular highlight, but so were the record collection and the hot tub. everything is very well labeled, explained, and maintained. thanks for helping make our annual weekend extra special this time around—
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Voice of nature

This was my first time in the Joshua Tree/Yucca Valley area and it exceeded expectations. The area around Sweet Rock Ranch makes you feel like you’ve rented a space within the national park. The hiking trails out back are as close to private as you can get, with awe inspiring views in all directions. While the silence is bliss, it feels like a loud voice of nature speaking to you as the wind blows. Very special place. The accommodations were wonderful, everything was in great shape with simple straightforward directions. We rented the Homestead Cabin which was equally amazing. The only downside of the property would be there only being two bathrooms, and no on site laundry. The bathrooms were very clean and well appointed. The kitchen was well stocked and easy to use for us, we did a lot of cooking during our stay. I spent a lot of time finding this place and it was worth the extra time. Highly recommended and a perfect distance from the stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio T.

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

Amazing!!!

I recently had the most incredible stay at an VRBO that I will never forget. The highlight of the property was the outdoor bed, which was perfect for stargazing. The mattress was so comfortable and I fell asleep under the twinkling night sky feeling like I was in a dream. The property itself was absolutely stunning, with beautiful Joshua trees and a peaceful atmosphere. I loved exploring the grounds and taking in the natural beauty that surrounded me. One of my favorite features was the cowboy tub, where I spent hours relaxing and enjoying the sunshine. The hosts were so welcoming and made me feel right at home. They were friendly and were very communicative The attention to detail in the design of the property was truly impressive and added an extra touch of grandour to my stay. I cannot recommend this VRBO enough. If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable experience, look no further than this beautiful property. I will definitely be returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was nearly as well stocked as my own, which is unprecedented. The beds were comfortable. The house was roomy. The views and the grounds were spectacular. The host was accommodating and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is truly fantastic - we stayed 4 nights but could have stayed so much longer! It was one of the best vrbos we have stayed in. The house itself isn’t luxurious, but it is very clean and perfect. Homey and lovely. The small cabins are very cute and rustic, just as advertised. We were with another family and together had 6 kids ages 8-17 with us - we hardly needed to leave the property as there were so many rocks to climb and places to explore. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Stebbins B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a truly great rental start to finish. The property is amazing - desert right outside with loads of vistas and climbing opportunities. We had quail, coyotes, and desert cottontails right outside the house. The house itself was very comfortable, with a well stocked pantry, comfortable beds, an unusually sophisticated library (sorted by category), a tuned guitar (which my daughter who is learning loved), and a piping hot hot tub under the stars. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Perfect Joshua Tree Getaway for the Family

This place was exactly as advertised. There was plenty of space for our group (6 adults and 3 kids), and the sunrise and sunset views were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANDY S H.

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

Perfect getaway with mini trail right in your backyard

The place was exactly as described and was a very comfortable stay. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Korey C.

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

Magical

What an incredible magical spot. Absolutely beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Search No More

Everything from the booking to our stay was excellent. This place is special.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

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

Great stay!

We had a great time at the sweet rock ranch. The house was exactly as described and John was a great host and provided a lot of helpful information. We would for sure recommend it and definitely go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

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

Great Rental Experience

This is a terrific home - the listing is very accurate, and the owner is responsive and helpful. We will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Everything one could want in the desert

One of my favorite places I’ve ever stayed in! The home and surrounding boulder wonderland literally had everything and anything our group ever looked for or desired and from start to finish all communication and movement was easy and pleasant. Will definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023