Airbnb is a great way to experience travel destinations as a local. It’s also a great way to stay in odd and unique accommodations that you may not normally consider. Joshua Tree is a funky, artistic area of the Southern California desert, located at the National Park of the same name about 2.5 hours east of Los Angeles. Stays in this eclectic desert getaway offer everything from outdoor bathrooms to hidden caves. Check out some of our favorite Airbnb finds with descriptions from the hosts themselves, below!
Airstream with Incredible View Near Park Entrance
“Nestled atop the serene Joshua Tree Highlands, this tastefully renovated 1973’s Land Yacht Airstream beauty captures all of the majestic views of the High Desert. Wake up to stunning sunrises along with the wilderness surrounding: quails, hares, roadrunners and coyotes, just to name a few of the cohabitants. Splurge in a warm outdoor shower while taking in the soaring 360 degrees dramatic landscape, and flow with the peaceful, restorative tranquility of the desert. The unique vibrant Joshua Tree little strip of shops is a short 7 minute drive: gem store, yoga studio, coffee roaster saloon, organic café.”
“Sitting on 100 acres, Hawkeye House, featured on the cover of the May 2019 issue of Dwell Magazine, is an off grid Geodesic Dome. It has a 40 foot pool and hot tub that you will have to see to believe. This unique and modern home has been fully remodeled with an attention to both comfort and detail. Amazing hikes and privacy are abundant here. Most people never want to leave the property. Inside the dome you will find a gorgeous chef’s kitchen. Outside are a BBQ, fireplace, and never-ending hiking trails. The pool and hot tub are located perfectly for sunset cocktails. Head into the pool and gaze out at the desert through the underwater eight foot windows.”
Your Own Personal Waterpark! Tiki Hidden Paradise
“Welcome to our tiki wonderland adventure getaway! A grotto with waterfalls, waterslide, jacuzzi in a hidden cave, a fire pit for 10 people and an umbrella covered table inside the pool. Use our large stage with a projector to watch a movie underneath the stars. Enjoy the Tiki Boho design and feel like you’re in a luxurious hotel. Hike in Joshua Tree national park or grab lunch and be a cowboy in Pioneer Town.”
Stargaze, Fully Fenced, Outdoor Tub, Hammocks
“Escape the ordinary. Step into your desert sanctuary. Wake up to mountain views from your bedroom. Sip your morning coffee from the private deck. Relax in the outdoor tub and shower after a day of exploring. Stargaze while laying in cozy hammocks. Dine outdoors under the shade of your pergola. Outdoor tub and shower, private backyard with hammocks, pergola & outside dining
5 acres of land (less than 1 acre fenced in).”
Antique Barn w/ Hot Tub, Views & Animal Friends
“Our antique barn, in the hidden gem of JT, Morongo Valley, offers unique rustic decor and exceptional amenities amid picturesque desert beauty. Meander the dreamy 5-acre oasis to find many relaxing hangout spots. Once a rustic, sheet-metal barn from the 1940s with a pink door, this space has transformed into a beautiful studio with the help of friends and six months of DIY renovations. The pink doors remain, a nod to its past.”
