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RockHouse Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Fireplace, 2.5 Acres, Sleeps 8

 
 
 
Yucca Valley house rental - Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub. Ideal for stargazing.
Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub. Ideal for stargazing.
 
Yucca Valley house rental - Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub. Ideal for stargazing.

Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub. Ideal for stargazing.

Spacious livingroom with fireplace. Firewood included.

Spacious livingroom with fireplace. Firewood included.

Spacious living room and dining room

Spacious living room and dining room

Large dining table seats 8 comfortably.

Large dining table seats 8 comfortably.

Stone patio - ideal for dining, relaxing, stargazing, roasting marshmallows.

Stone patio - ideal for dining, relaxing, stargazing, roasting marshmallows.

Stone patio nestled in the boulders.

Stone patio nestled in the boulders.

Extra large bedroom with queen sized bed, plus 2 twin over double bunk beds.

Extra large bedroom with queen sized bed, plus 2 twin over double bunk beds.

Side #1 of the loft with queen bed and high quality bedding.

Side #1 of the loft with queen bed and high quality bedding.

Side #2 of the loft with queen bed and high quality bedding.

Side #2 of the loft with queen bed and high quality bedding.

Sauna

Sauna

Kitchen - stocked w/dishware, cooking supplies and basic condiments.

Kitchen - stocked w/dishware, cooking supplies and basic condiments.

Kitchen and breakfast bar.

Kitchen and breakfast bar.

Bathroom

Bathroom

View of dining room, living room and breakfast bar.

View of dining room, living room and breakfast bar.

Gas fire pit located near the hot tub and sauna.

Gas fire pit located near the hot tub and sauna.

Second patio where fire pit, hot tub and fire pit are located.

Second patio where fire pit, hot tub and fire pit are located.

Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub.

Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub.

Horseshoe pit surrounded by boulders

Horseshoe pit surrounded by boulders

There are 2 hammocks for ultimate hang in' around.

There are 2 hammocks for ultimate hang in' around.

Boulders at RockHouse on 2.5 acres.

Boulders at RockHouse on 2.5 acres.

Rockclimbing on RockHouse's 2.5 acre property.

Rockclimbing on RockHouse's 2.5 acre property.

Patio dining

Patio dining

Yes - it does snow here in the high desert, but no guarantees.

Yes - it does snow here in the high desert, but no guarantees.

Photo taken from RockHouse looking West.

Photo taken from RockHouse looking West.

Per night (USD) $195
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps8
Minimum Stay 2 nights

Photos and Description of the Yucca Valley vacation house rental
House, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 7-8)

RockHouse Retreat is a desert getaway 7 miles from the town of Joshua Tree with built-in-the-rocks hot tub, fireplace, sauna, fire pit and bbq.

Sleeping: Sleeps 8 with 2 queen beds in the dual loft, plus a queen and 2 sets of double/twin bunk beds in the enormous downstairs bedroom. Excellent for families and friends.

Playing / Relaxing: Escape into 2.5 acres of desert serenity to explore, relax, climb, hike, rest, renew, unplug . . . or to simply BE.

Hot tub, sauna and hammocks offer rejuvenation and relaxation. Fire pit and chiminea offer warm tidings on chilly evenings. Star gazing in this remote desert land is mesmerizing. Rock climbing in your own mini Joshua Tree esque boulder wonderland tests your balance and spirit of adventure. Horseshoes and boardgames offer endless connection and playtime.

The Land: RockHouse Retreat, nestled in a National Park-like setting on 2.5 acres, sits at 4,000 feet above sea level and is dotted with majestic piñon, ancient junipers, a variety of cactus, gnarled desert oaks – and many other species of plants. Wildflowers abound in the Spring. Most striking is the beautifully bouldered landscape providing for hours of rock scrambling and exploration.

Location: Located in Yucca Valley adjacent to 100+ acres of largely undeveloped private land. With more than 320 days each year of sunny skies and clear nights, visitors find plenty of time to enjoy nature walks and stargazing and participating in a variety of unique local attractions. Rockhouse Retreat is located in the Western Hills Estates neighborhood of Yucca Valley and is accessible by a graded dirt road.

Rave Reviews: Since making RockHouse available to guests at the end of 2011 we have received 34 5 Star ***** reviews!

7 miles from the town of Joshua Tree. 2 hours from Los Angeles. 2.5 hours from San Diego. 45 minutes from Palm Springs. 1.25 hours from Big Bear.

Bring Your Furry Friends! We are animal lovers and welcome your pets with open arms. The entire 2.5 acre property is fenced to keep your pets safely inside and other wild critters out. Please note that there is a pet fee of $25 per pet for your stay. When booking please include a note letting us know how many pets will be joining you. We also offer pet setting for a small fee should you choose to leave your pets behind during your explorations around Joshua Tree.

Traveling with Kids? We have a very nice pack-n-play for your use and a pretty cool dollhouse and toys for your little ones. Also, we don't include children under 12 in the calculation of the guest count. The little tykes stay free.

Your Humble Hosts: The 2.5 acre property is shared with a separate owner-occupied home, inhabited by mellow and desert loving folks. We keep to ourselves and make the jacuzzi, sauna and firepit available for your sole enjoyment during your entire stay. We are available for any needs or questions and hope to make your stay as easy and carefree as possible, but stay out of your hair unless you need us. RockHouse Retreat is a separate home with it's own driveway and outdoor patio.

Please Note: During the cold winter months (Dec - Feb) it does take a while to heat an in-ground hot tub and thus requires a little advanced planning before your soak in the hot tub. At times it can take up to an hour to heat for full enjoyment. It just requires a little planning ahead. All you need to do it text us and we will get it heating for you in advance.

Special Events: RockHouse is set up nicely to accommodate weddings, meetings, special celebrations. We recently hosted a gorgeous wedding here in June and are awaiting pix.

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About Rebecca Berggren

I live in San Diego, but spend A LOT of time up at RockHouse to decompress, recharge and connect with my little family and friends. I am a social entrepreneur, digital creator, student of life, adventurous, kind 'n quirky mama, wife & friend. Traveling renews and energizes me. Meditation, yoga and running nurtures my body and soul and calms the monkeys in my mind. Exploring and learning about photography is my guilty pleasure.

I manage the reservations and marketing for RockHouse, while my mother and brother provide the onsite support. See the story in the sidebar to the left for an explanation of how RockHouse Retreat came to be.

Rebecca Berggren purchased this house in 2009
Why Rebecca Berggren chose Yucca Valley

RockHouse Retreat and has become quite the popular desert pad beginning at the end of 2011! Here's a little recent history of how it came to be a vacation rental. So, I found this stunning 'compound' for sale near Joshua Tree at the end of 2009 and was able to use my amazing powers of persuasion to convince my mother and brother to purchase it sight unseen and leave New York to relocate to the wonderland of the high desert.

OK...so, MAYBE my powers of persuasion had NOTHING AT ALL to do with it. My mother has always been obsessed with the desert and was truly the one who nurtured my connection and passion for this land. You see, she's a rock hound and has a crazy cool connection and fascination with the history of the West. My brother can't get enough of the endless off-roading and hiking adventures.

Originally RockHouse was intended as a desert escape for the family, but at the very end of 2011 we decided to share the joys of the property and land and made it available to fellow travel lovers. And so glad we did!!! We've met some really cool folks (and their pets!) who share a love for adventure and the outdoors.

So I present to you my mother and brother, Cheryl and Nick, who are now the fantastically chill hosts for your stay at RockHouse. They live in a completely separate home on the same 2.5+ acre property and keep out of your hair, unless you need them.

Yucca Valley house rental - Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub. Ideal for stargazing.

Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub. Ideal for stargazing.

Spacious livingroom with fireplace. Firewood included.

Spacious livingroom with fireplace. Firewood included.

Spacious living room and dining room

Spacious living room and dining room

Large dining table seats 8 comfortably.

Large dining table seats 8 comfortably.

Stone patio - ideal for dining, relaxing, stargazing, roasting marshmallows.

Stone patio - ideal for dining, relaxing, stargazing, roasting marshmallows.

Stone patio nestled in the boulders.

Stone patio nestled in the boulders.

Extra large bedroom with queen sized bed, plus 2 twin over double bunk beds.

Extra large bedroom with queen sized bed, plus 2 twin over double bunk beds.

Side #1 of the loft with queen bed and high quality bedding.

Side #1 of the loft with queen bed and high quality bedding.

Side #2 of the loft with queen bed and high quality bedding.

Side #2 of the loft with queen bed and high quality bedding.

Sauna

Sauna

Kitchen - stocked w/dishware, cooking supplies and basic condiments.

Kitchen - stocked w/dishware, cooking supplies and basic condiments.

Kitchen and breakfast bar.

Kitchen and breakfast bar.

Bathroom

Bathroom

View of dining room, living room and breakfast bar.

View of dining room, living room and breakfast bar.

Gas fire pit located near the hot tub and sauna.

Gas fire pit located near the hot tub and sauna.

Second patio where fire pit, hot tub and fire pit are located.

Second patio where fire pit, hot tub and fire pit are located.

Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub.

Oversized in-the-rocks hot tub.

Horseshoe pit surrounded by boulders

Horseshoe pit surrounded by boulders

There are 2 hammocks for ultimate hang in' around.

There are 2 hammocks for ultimate hang in' around.

Boulders at RockHouse on 2.5 acres.

Boulders at RockHouse on 2.5 acres.

Rockclimbing on RockHouse's 2.5 acre property.

Rockclimbing on RockHouse's 2.5 acre property.

Patio dining

Patio dining

Yes - it does snow here in the high desert, but no guarantees.

Yes - it does snow here in the high desert, but no guarantees.

Photo taken from RockHouse looking West.

Photo taken from RockHouse looking West.

Nearest Airport : Palm Springs International Airport - PSP at 34 Miles
Car: necessary
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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Yucca Valley, California

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All reservations are made online through AirBnB.
$195/night for up to 4 ppl with a 2 night minimum. $15 per person extra per night
Holiday rates may differ.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Yucca Valley, California

Property Type:
  • house

Location Type:
  • Mountain View

General:
  • Mobile Phone ...
    cell phones do receive reception here
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Linens Provided
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Covered Parking
  • Parking Off Street
  • Washing Machine

Kitchen:
  • Dishwasher
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    fully stocked cooking utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Ice Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
  • Queen size Beds (3) 3 queen beds, Baby Cribs (1) pack n play upon request, Bunk Beds (2) 2 - twin over double bunk beds
Entertainment:
  • Stereo
  • CD Player

Outside:
  • Deck / Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • pets considered ...
    We love pets and we encourage you to bring them! Our 2.5 acre yard is fully fenced. $25 per pet per stay fee.
  • Alternative Lifestyle
  • children welcome ...
    Just add kids and the giant bedroom with the 2 sets of bunk beds becomes a deluxe desert playroom.

Pool / Spa:
  • Sauna
  • Hot Tub ...
    Oversized built-in-the-rocks hot tub

Attractions:
  • churches
  • library
  • museums
  • playground
  • restaurants

Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • eco tourism
  • horseback riding
  • horseshoes
  • scenic drives
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • walking
  • wildlife viewing

Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • fitness center
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • massage therapist
  • medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • hiking
  • rock climbing

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Yucca Valley, California

RockHouse Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Fireplace, 2.5 Acres, Sleeps 8
average rating of 0.0 based on 31 reviews
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RockHouse Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Fireplace, 2.5 Acres, Sleeps 8
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Panorama Heights Joshua Tree
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Will definitely stay again in the near future!

Submitted: October 4, 2012 Stayed: December 2011
Very pleased with my stay in Joshua Tree. I was only there briefly for one night, but Rebecca was very easy to communicate with, and her property was very well kept. Huge home with plenty of room to accommodate 6-8 ppl... The photos do not do the property justice. Will definitely stay again in the near future!
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RockHouse Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Fireplace, 2.5 Acres, Sleeps 8
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p438575vb
Panorama Heights Joshua Tree
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Fantastic stay. Cheryl and Nick were great hosts.

Submitted: October 4, 2012 Stayed: December 2011
Fantastic stay. Cheryl and Nick were great hosts, and the space was private, quiet, and beautiful. Would definitely stay here again!
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RockHouse Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Fireplace, 2.5 Acres, Sleeps 8
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p438575vb
Panorama Heights Joshua Tree
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Rockhouse is ZEN!!!

Submitted: October 4, 2012 Stayed: December 2011
Rockhouse is ZEN!!! It is so quite you can hear your own thoughts. I think that is quite wonderful. The Rock and Cactus scenery is very pretty! The House has a roomy feel and has a changing and pleasant light fall coming trough the windows at various times during the day. The Sauna and Hot Tub are simply icing on the cake. Finally, Cheryl and Nick are very gracious hosts, they will go to great length to cater to needs and at the same time are pretty much invisible. All in all a great experience and would like to do it again in the future. Francesca & Jim
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RockHouse Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Fireplace, 2.5 Acres, Sleeps 8
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p438575vb
Panorama Heights Joshua Tree
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lovely tranquil place in the desert, amazing views

Submitted: October 4, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
lovely tranquil place in the desert,amazing views and super relaxed vibe! will stay again for sure
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RockHouse Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Fireplace, 2.5 Acres, Sleeps 8
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p438575vb
Panorama Heights Joshua Tree
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Like Jumbo Rocks but w/convenience of a warm house

Submitted: October 4, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
This was a wonderful weekend. The location is beautiful; we particularly loved the fact that a large part of the lot is fenced (with the cholla removed!), so we could let the kids and the dog go out and explore for hours at a time without worrying about them. The are looks like Jumbo Rocks, but with the convenience of a warm house and no noise from campers. The amenities in the house are in great shape and are well chosen items -- everything is of good quality. We'd return without hesitation.
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