House in Southern California, CA
3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
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About this house rental
Come enjoy the expansive space of the beautiful Mojave Desert at Rattler Ranch, one of the original lodging options for Joshua Tree (operating for 14 years now). The 2 bungalows for rent are situated on 5 acres (along with owner's house). A short 5-8 minute drive from the west entrance to Joshua Tree National Park.
These two bungalows (La Casita & Mustang) are fully furnished and are known for their quiet and privacy.
Mustang has one bedroom with a queen bed, bathroom, and one big sitting room with wood burning stove, sofa-bed, and kitchenette/dining area. There is a covered outdoor patio "living room", with comfy sofa & chairs and weber grill. Outstanding views of the boulders to the south, and the wide open spaces of the Mojave to the north.
Rattler Ranch is beautifully landscaped with ocotillo, palm trees, cactus, desert willows, elms, sycamores, smoke trees, desert pines, and many other desert plants.
There is also a shared outdoor sitting area with a table and two chaise lounge chairs
From Rattler Ranch, you can hike directly into Joshua Tree National Park on a trail 1 mile down the dirt road. The property abounds with wildlife - jackrabbits and cottontails, roadrunners, desert tortoises, coyotes, lizards, and dozens of quails that spend their nights roosting in the palm trees.
Joshua Tree National Park is nearby (2 miles to the Visitor's Center), for rock climbing, hiking, and touring. The town of Joshua Tree has several eating establishments, a health food store, visitor's center for the Park, outdoor equipment & climbing suppliers, art galleries, a saloon, and gift shops.
In the nearby town of Yucca Valley you will find a cinema, more restaurants, and antique shopping. Also worth visiting is historic old west Pioneertown, and Pappy and Harriet's Saloon, for fine barbecue eating, and great live music.
These two bungalows (La Casita & Mustang) are fully furnished and are known for their quiet and privacy.
Mustang has one bedroom with a queen bed, bathroom, and one big sitting room with wood burning stove, sofa-bed, and kitchenette/dining area. There is a covered outdoor patio "living room", with comfy sofa & chairs and weber grill. Outstanding views of the boulders to the south, and the wide open spaces of the Mojave to the north.
Rattler Ranch is beautifully landscaped with ocotillo, palm trees, cactus, desert willows, elms, sycamores, smoke trees, desert pines, and many other desert plants.
There is also a shared outdoor sitting area with a table and two chaise lounge chairs
From Rattler Ranch, you can hike directly into Joshua Tree National Park on a trail 1 mile down the dirt road. The property abounds with wildlife - jackrabbits and cottontails, roadrunners, desert tortoises, coyotes, lizards, and dozens of quails that spend their nights roosting in the palm trees.
Joshua Tree National Park is nearby (2 miles to the Visitor's Center), for rock climbing, hiking, and touring. The town of Joshua Tree has several eating establishments, a health food store, visitor's center for the Park, outdoor equipment & climbing suppliers, art galleries, a saloon, and gift shops.
In the nearby town of Yucca Valley you will find a cinema, more restaurants, and antique shopping. Also worth visiting is historic old west Pioneertown, and Pappy and Harriet's Saloon, for fine barbecue eating, and great live music.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Southern California, CA
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2022
We had a great time. The place is out of town, quiet & secluded.
There is a lovely view/ light from the living room as well as the porch.
Can’t wait to return.
Mary
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2022
Cute little cabin, small, but with all the necessities. Great patio overlooking the desert. Plus great views from the living room. I went there for some quiet, alone time, and it was perfect.
Two other houses on the property were not occupied so it was wonderfully peaceful.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2021
The cabin provides a perfect getaway on the cusp of the Park. Hosts are kind and informative. Book this place, and come breathe in the fresh desert air.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2021
Property location was great. Also liked the outside sitting area and hammock. Not having an over was a bit inconvenient and the stove wasn't working well (back burner was barely working and was tilted so the pan kept sliding around.
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(5 Ratings)
"We had a great time. The place is out of town, quiet & secluded.
There is a lovely view/ light from the living room as well as the porch.
Can’t wait to return.
Mary"
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