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Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park

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peaceful and private
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park

PET FRIENDLY! Eclectic, artistic and private, minutes from the W. Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and just south of the village of Joshua Tree, this mid cent. home sits on 7.5 acres of undeveloped land for wildlife viewing and bird watching (quail, roadrunners, jackrabbits &, yes, coyotes, to name a few). Wonderful Central AC for summer months, so not to worry. Pets allowed! Located in the coveted JT Highlands, Steph's boasts unobstructed views from every window, clear stars at night, & the quiet peace of the high desert all make for a glorious retreat. Fireplace, washer/dryer, all linens, fully loaded silverware, cookware and tableware set up, kitchen with all kinds of appliances (and spices) for cooking, coffee, dishwasher, WiFi throughout the home, all streaming channels and free star viewing nightly. House is full of love, comfort, & great energy. Well behaved pups are welcome (small one time $20 charge).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
The home is not child proofed, but ask owner
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Leashed outdoors. $20 fee. no hist of aggression.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking/vaping allowed. outdoor w/care ok

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Make sure all burners are off
If fireplace was used, please put water on any embers
Make sure all windows and doors are closed and put keys back into lockbox by front door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please be mindful of water conservation, noise , light pollution. we love our dark skies and wildlife. NO SMOKING indoors
Joshua Trees are not strong enough for climbing or hammocks. Document and report any violations. No tampering with wildlife in any way.
Please tell me a little something about your group/trip with your booking !

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-00275

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Joshua Tree

Located in Joshua Tree Highlands, a neighbourhood in Joshua Tree, this holiday home is in the mountains. Hi-Desert Cultural Center and Hi-Desert Nature Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Pioneertown. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling, mountain biking and mountain climbing.
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Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

  • Joshua Tree National Park - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • World Famous Crochet Museum - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park?

As of 5 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park on 20 May 2026 start from AU$239, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stephs Panorama Paradise:7.5 acres of wildlife viewing peace. Minutes from Park located?

Located in Joshua Tree Highlands, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Joshua Tree National Park. World Famous Crochet Museum and Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 73 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Our Favorite Home

Relaxing, peaceful, quiet and our favorite place to stay in Joshua Tree.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing! We loved seeing all the wildlife through the big, beautiful windows.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Amazing Place to Stay

This is our second thanksgiving week stay at Stefanie's and we couldn't be happier. Beautiful views, relaxing atmosphere, and close to everything we enjoy doing. We highly recommend staying here and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda h.

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

Wonderful location

Very quiet with a gorgeous view
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Great Host

Host communicated and took care of us well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing time at an amazing house on an amazing property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

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

Amazing stay at JT

We had an amazing stay at Steph’s place. She was an excellent host and great communicator. The house and property were the perfect place to stay while visiting JT.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Nice spot

Great location and lovely views. Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Enjoyable

Enjoyed the wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dian F.

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

Beautiful and relaxing

We enjoyed our stay at Steph’s, especially the views and wildlife! We had every thing we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

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

JT stay

Awesome desert paradise with all the comforts of home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P., Raleigh nc

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

Good views all around

Comfortable, with lots of windows to enjoy the views. If you plan on doing much cooking, you may find the kitchen awkward, but it worked fine for us. Very convenient to JTNP.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amit H.

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

Great views, wildlife and well designed space

We loved this place!!! Well thought indoors and outdoors design. Views are stunning, close to the park entrance and town. Stephanie was always on top of every question we had. Definitely will be coming back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Desert Paradise Indeed!

This beautiful little house has great amenities, the right amount of privacy and ambiance, fantastic views, and all the vibe you could need. We come to JT to get some peace and clarity, and this is definitely the right place to do that. The proximity to the park is an excellent perk. We will definitely come back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Y.

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

Private and eclectic location

Roomy with beautiful views and comfortable outdoor space. Close to town and supplies as well as to Joshua Tree National Park. We enjoyed being outdoors and walking in the area. Son-in-law enjoyed biking. Nice family time.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Pleasant desert house in great location.

We were there for the pleasant views and Joshua Tree National Park, and the house worked perfectly for us. It is well equipped with basic necessities. The property is a bit desert quirky, and accurately described on the VRBO site. The owner if very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

Return Visit

Return visit. seamlessly fits with the unique beauty of Joshua tree. Amazing indoor and outdoor space to lounge and enjoy the views from. Very comfortable, extremely clean, wonderfully quiet, and Steph is easy to reach out to. We enjoyed leaving the bird seed out that was provided. Wonderful Vrbo.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny L.

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

Good stay

Stephanie was super responsive and was very helpful leading up to our stay. House looks as pictured in the post and kept us warm during the cold winter! You can tell someone lives in the house as there were dog beds, filled medicine cabinets, etc. but overall for the price, was a great stay! Cute neighborhood too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

Desert Vibe

Our host, Steph, was great… she stayed in touch to confirm that things were going well; excellent communication. The desert home was perfect with a tremendous view of the surroundings and nice outside seating/viewing. If you’re looking for an authentic desert retreat with nice amenities, this place fills the bill.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Peaceful place to connect with the desert and wildlife

Outdoor living space was glorious. It was relaxing to sit outside with a cup of coffee in the morning to sit feeding and watch the wild life. Coming back after the day out to the evening sunset with the breeze and waiting for the stars. We couldn’t ask for more. The inside space when we decided to come in was cozy and comfortable. Thanks Stephanie we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM E.

This place felt like a home!

Steph was wonderful at communicating and letting us know what we can do for our family gathering. We all felt right at home in this wonderful and cozy home that she has opened up to us. The view off the porch was to be savored as well as the open spaces inside. We cooked all our meals on the grill outside and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thanks and we hope that others have as much fun as we did.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Warren P.

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

Great property very close to West entrance

We loved our stay here. The property has lots of character - all in a good way. Our first time visit to Joshua Tree and staying here was a great part of the experience. The park literally comes up to the house. We really enjoyed coming back to the house after a full day of hiking. Space is excellent. We cooked our dinners here and kitchen (and all else) works well. Communication with the host was outstanding. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

10 out of 10!

Steph's place is amazing and wonderful! The touches, the amenities, all of it, inside and out. My grown (30's) children stayed there and were comfortable and impressed. They said the "Bird TV" was top-notch! Stephanie was super responsive and helpful. Fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbyann S.

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

Pleasant stay in Joshua Tree

Steph's home is clean, spacious, and very quiet. Situated on 7+ acres, you have a great view and no noise. Sitting on the couch or hammock on the front patio is perfect for the edges of the day. The bed is comfy and towels soft. We had a few questions and Steph immediately answered them. She is a great host. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Nirvana

My husband and I went to this location because of the close proximity to Joshua Tree park. But in actuality we could have stayed at the house the entire time. We saw coyote, road runners, and numerous other wildlife while sitting on the front patio! It was everything and more that we wanted. Thanks to Steph for keeping it real out in that beautiful area! Wish I was there now!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie R.

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Stephanie is a true Southern Californian, who spent her years growing up with a deep love of nature, from the desert to the mountains and oceans. She is a big believer in preserving and respecting natural environments and open space, and likes to think of her home and property in JTree as a sanctuary, not just to the people who visit, but also to the wildlife who have made this beautiful area their home. The night sky (especially when there is a meteor shower) and the clean air, makes this one of her favorite places on earth, and she considers herself to be very fortunate that she gets to be the caretaker of this special home and property.

Why they chose this property

Unlike some listings from investors and corporations looking to get into the rental market in this area, this property has belonged to owner Stephanie (and then boyfriend blues harmonica legend John "Juke" logan) since 1997, and renovated in 2015. The 2 remained friends through the years after splitting in 2002, always marveling at its healing power, sharing it with family and friends. The home has hosted incredible parties with musicians from all over the world, been a jumping off point for friends who are rock climber enthusiasts, and has been a perfect spot for Thanksgivings, Christmases, and, of course, meteor showers. Sadly, Juke passed away in 2013, and, after doing some wonderful updates and renovations, Stephanie is proud to open it up for more to enjoy, so others can create wonderful memories here as she has.

What makes this property unique

This home and property is equidistant to the park and the village, yet still had amazing privacy. The home is set up with amazing views all around from every window, and they made sure to purchase some extra acreage to ensure no other homes could be built to block the views. All left unfenced to make sure all natural wildlife can still live as they had, with the freedom to cross, hunt, and raise their young without encroachment. The original builder of the home put in two watering holes that are still in use, so all of us who have lived here have helped generations of desert critters thrive. This is a home that is personal, eclectic and very loved.

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