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Comfy Cottage With Writer Cabin and Book Nook. Pet-Friendly Fully Fenced Yard

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First bedroom. Note: the living room is located at the opposite end of this room
Living room couch pulls out to full-size bed.
Sun-drenched dining space with barn door. Table seats five to six.
Room
Porch faces sunrise. Perfect morning spot with dark roast or Arabic coffee

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Noah Purifoy Foundation
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Joshua Tree Courthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Comfy Cottage With Writer Cabin and Book Nook. Pet-Friendly Fully Fenced Yard

Nestled at the edge of the Bartlett Mountains with a southern view of Joshua Tree National Park and the Eastern Mojave, yet only 2 miles from JT’s quaint village, Farmer’s Market and eclectic shops and restaurants, this comfy boho cottage features best of both worlds.

Newly renovated, this 2 bed/1 bath midcentury house, sits on a fully fenced half acre, and is close to conveniences of town and safety of neighbors, but also miles of BLM hiking trails, which are accessible just a short drive down a dirt road (Take Wren Rd to El Coyote Lane) at the rear of the property. The additional comfy Writer Cabin (and Book Nook) offers a little bonus escape space for creatives to work, read and unwind.

Hosting many campouts and Nerf battles, the yard is kid-, pet- and creative-friendly. Set of four s'more sticks make it easy to roast marshmallows under starry night skies. Kids will feel like they are out "in the wild desert" with the call of coyotes at night, but everyone can enjoy comfortable sleeping arrangements indoors. There are extra sleeping bags in the living room trunk. Lots of board games are in the chevron cabinet in dining room.

Note about bringing along well-behaved pets: There is NO additional charge for bringing your furry friend(s). At least three dog food and water bowls are in the under-counter cabinet just to left of kitchen sink. And, a two-set of standing stainless steel bowls are outside on the back patio. Responsible pet ownership guidelines apply. The large dog bed shown in pics gets washed in high-heat sanitized wash setting in between every furry guest visit.

Sleeps 5-6 adults. Inside the main house, one bedroom has a queen bed and air conditioner; the second bedroom has a queen bed and also a futon couch that converts to a full-size bed that sleeps one adult or 2 kids, plus new swamp cooler and air conditioner. Wall unit for heating puts out plenty of heat. There’s also a portable tower heater. Both bedrooms have a view of the mountains, plus, the backyard’s sprawling 400-year-old Tamarisk Tree.

NEW WRITER CABIN: This cute little accessory cabin is a special little extra with covered deck, cozy extra bed for napping, a coffee and tea station with mini-fridge, Keurig and toaster. (AC and heater). Plus, an extra bathroom with charming clawfoot tub for an evening soak. Fun writer library. Enjoy morning coffee on the deck, hang out reading inside and/or comfortably enjoy the alone-time to work on that novel or screenplay.

ABOUT THE MAIN COTTAGE:

The kitchen
The full-size, sparkling clean kitchen comes with refrigerator, electric range/oven, microwave and 4-slice toaster and is fully stocked for food prep, including spices, condiments, dishes, glassware, utensils, Calphalon pots/pans—even bakeware, plus single-serve pancake maker. A water dispenser, offers iced-cold or instant hot reverse-osmosis filtered drinking water. Slow down and enjoy the experience of making meals. Put a record on the Crosley portable turntable with bluetooth speakers and hang with friends. Pour yourself some aromatic Arabic coffee (with ginger and cardamom) and kick back bedside.

The Complimentary Coffee and Breakfast Bar
Enjoy a tastefully curated selection of Keurig coffees, hot chocolate, Tazo/Teavana teas, creamers and sweeteners, plus convenient breakfast basics: flavored steel-cut oatmeal and pancake mix and organic maple syrup. Energy bars for a quick start to a day of hiking. There's also a portable electric dallah (traditional brewer) for preparing Arabic coffee.

The Terrace
The flagstone terrace, accessible through the dining room French doors, includes a patio sofa and two chairs (seats 5), Adirondack chairs (seats 2), two outdoor picnic tables, plus charcoal BBQ and stone fire pit. And a new outdoor cowboy bath tub. Enjoy a glass of wine while you take in the spectacular sunsets or look on as friends play a game of corn hole or the kids roast marshmallows under the stars.

THE YARD
During the day, unplug, unwind and enjoy the simple pleasures of getting away. Relax in the backyard Brazilian hammock cradled in Casa Agave’s noble Tamarisk tree or beside the Writer Cabin. Try the cowboy tub (and outdoor shower) for a refreshing cool outdoor bath—desert style.

A tower LG washer/dryer is available on site for your use in the laundry room (detergent is not supplied). There is also a clothesline outside.

Free WiFi, large 50-inch and 34-inch Roku smart TVs (Netflix and other apps), Crosley portable turntable with bluetooth speakers and CD player.

***Please let us know if you need dates that appear not to be available. We may have flexibility to OPEN up extra dates for you. Send us your preferred dates via an inquiry. We usually respond in two hours or less.***

Pricing is for up to 6 people. There is only one bathroom (But there is a second bathroom with tub in the accessory writer cabin); and the laundry room does have a second toilet (but no sink installed yet). House is on a septic system, so only toilet paper in the toilet please. Smoking is permitted outside ONLY.

ASK US ABOUT BOOKING A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRAVEL COMBO, which includes additional (minimum) two-night stay in our Tuscan Sun Cottage in WEST LOS ANGELES where you can also visit Santa Monica beaches (just 4.5 miles away), Getty Museums, LACMA, Universal Studios, downtown LA, Disneyland and other nearby attractions. If you book both places, we will offer an additional discount.

To see pics of our West LA cottage, see our VRBO Listing #1364517 and send us an inquiry here for discount (and the direct link to see photos).

Follow us on IG for videos about the property and area, plus pics of our other unique properties. Happy to give discount to previous guests: #casasuitecottage.

Clean and Sanitized: *We perform a high-level sanitization after every thorough clean. We also have an alcohol mix solution set out on the counter for you to use as needed.

*Our cleaners open up and air out the cottage during cleans. All bed linens, towels, etc are sanitized in an extremely high temperature, two-hour washing laundry cycle.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is a fenced yard, horse shoes, board games.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed anywhere 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
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2021-00008

About the area

Joshua Tree

Located in Joshua Tree, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Pioneertown are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Joshua Tree National Park and Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

  • Noah Purifoy Foundation - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Joshua Tree Courthouse - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hi-Desert Medical Center - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Good China Star - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfy Cottage With Writer Cabin and Book Nook. Pet-Friendly Fully Fenced Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Comfy Cottage With Writer Cabin and Book Nook. Pet-Friendly Fully Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfy Cottage With Writer Cabin and Book Nook. Pet-Friendly Fully Fenced Yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfy Cottage With Writer Cabin and Book Nook. Pet-Friendly Fully Fenced Yard located?

Located in the heart of Joshua Tree, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Joshua Tree Community Center, Noah Purifoy Foundation and World Famous Crochet Museum. Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Beth Salmon

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I'm a creative and mom of two kids. I've been a book publisher, editor in chief of health magazines, screenwriter and podcaster. These days I’m enjoying designing and managing a few unique vacation rental properties in Southern California with my husband Milo. (See our two other listings on VRBO).

Milo, part Dr. Who, part Indiana Jones, is an automotive engineer, history/political science buff, actor—and was once the stand-in for Sean Connery. Born in Prague, he's lived in (or traveled to) more than 90 countries from which he's brought back incredible tales as his most prized souvenirs. Along the way, he's run into giant sea crocs, cobras and even curious orangutans!


Why they chose this property

We call our desert cottage "Casa Agave," because it feels that way to us: sweet, healing and spirited—like the desert plants that are featured in its front yard landscaping. Not far from town, but close to the mountains, this place has a unique vibe. It's a great spot to unwind, unplug and experience a slower pace. We also love the sprawling ancient Tamarisk tree in the backyard. A favorite nap spot is the hammock strung below it, where we have all enjoyed heavenly breezes. If you're lucky (and quiet) you'll get to observe a family of bunnies (they live under the shed) climbing the tree's branches at dawn and dusk. We've never seen rabbits climb a tree before!

What makes this property unique

We call Casa Agave the best of both worlds: village living and rural desert wild. We are in between the two worlds here. Just two miles from JT's eclectic town, but at the base of the Bartlett Mountains with thousands of protected acres available to hike and explore. The nights are star-filled and peaceful. The cottage beds are so comfy and the night time so quiet, that there is great sleep to be had here! And yet, with the safety of a few neighbors nearby, you won't feel like you're too far off grid, alone on an isolated homestead.

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