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Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Noah Purifoy Foundation
    11 min drive
  • Noah Purifoy's Outdoor sculpture Museum
    13 min drive
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center
    17 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    61 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa

Rancho Loco is perfect for your desert hideaway home away from home. Come rain or shine, Rancho Loco has something beautiful to offer. When it's sunny, drinks by the pool, quiet time on the veranda with a book, watching the sun rise or set and enjoying some good barbecue with friends and family. When it's stormy – get cozy on the couch with a fire crackling away, a home cooked meal with a glass of wine while you watch the clouds roll in over the dramatic landscape, framed by the huge picture windows. Rancho Loco also affords extra privacy with separate living quarters, the cozy & bright main house and the open & airy studio.

Located on its own secluded 20 acres, minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, Rancho Loco offers 360º views with over 50 Joshua trees, yuccas and native desert foliage all on the property. Situated between the two houses is a salt water swimming pool and separate Hot Tub with an observation deck, perfect for sunset viewing, outdoor dining, and maybe even a skinny dip under the stars. Rancho Loco is a rustic modern take of a 1920s ranch house updated to today's standards including solar power as its primary source of energy and water drawn from a private on-site well!

Rancho Loco is a great affordable base no matter what your interests are – rock-climbing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, model rocket launching [our fave], novel writing or just relaxing by the pool. So please do not hesitate to contact us if you want to get away and visit this magical California vacation home location.

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During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Noah Purifoy Foundation. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool and a spa tub. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the spa tub
  • 11 minutes by car from Noah Purifoy Foundation and 13 minutes from Noah Purifoy's Outdoor sculpture Museum
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. This vacation home also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Property manager

Marcus Wright

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Music library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the houses. But fine outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130.1 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $10 per pet per night for cleaning.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number CESTRP-2020-01105

Property is also known as

Secluded 20 Acre Retreat With Guest House Pool
Secluded 20 Acre Retreat With Guest House and Pool Joshua Tree

Secluded 20 Acre Retreat with Guest House and Pool/Spa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 183 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesper M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place
Excellent place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maja A., We are driving to California from Muskoka Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We come regularly here. The two buildings are a great choice with comfy beds everywhere. The pool is perfect in a hot day and the hot tub will be great on our winter trip when we hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat O., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Quiet, clean, private. All around enjoyable. Looking forward to returning every year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
The photos on the listing do not give enough justice to the views on this property. Communicating with the host was easy. Check in/out seamless. Many reviews mention they’ve stayed here multiple times and can see why. Already planning our return trip to Rancho Loco.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great secluded getaway
We (two families 4 adults and 3 kiddos) had a blast staying, and it was a super convenient spot for our Joshua Tree exploring. Had a small issue with the heater at check in (probably user error tbh) but the property management replied immediately and helped all they could - and we got it sorted out right away. This spot had everything we needed for meals and to sleep easy. Fav memory of the weekend: Grilling up some bbq as the kids enjoy the pool and the sun setting on the desert, while the Johnny Cash vinyl plays on the outdoor speakers - followed by a star gazing s’mores session around the fire pit. 👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean K., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Property
Marcus’ property is perfect for a vacation. My friends and I stayed at the house for a weekend over Easter and were so happy with everything. There’s plenty of room between the two houses for everyone to have enough space but not feel separated. The property itself has amazing views and is close enough to town but far enough away to feel the true Joshua tree experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim R., Plymouth, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Mojave Desert Chic
Beautiful location. Well equipped ,easy access to Joshua Tree NP. great hot tub Comfortable. Host responsive to questions
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend trip.
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot near JT
This was a perfect spot for our family visit to Joshua tree. Close to the park, peace and quiet at night. Kids loved the casita. The house was clean, great decor, and the kitchen well stocked. The water was hot and water pressure was great. Shooting star show from the spa was an unexpected bonus! A couple of polar plunges into pool even happened. The kids were sad that they didn’t spy the desert tortoise, so we’ll have to come back when they aren’t hibernating:)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It!
My wife and I spent a few warm days here in August for our anniversary. Sun was hot, pool was cool, home was great! It was quiet and secluded and clean. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat O., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Enjoyed it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H., Long Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Exception Property and home.
We have stay at this property several times and will absolutely be coming back. This is a wonderful property and the house, studio, pool and the entire property are exceptional. Thank you for allowing us to stay here. We love this home and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill P., Sacramento, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Desert Oasis in the Summer
We love this property in the summer and have traveled here the last four summers for a relaxing getaway. The house is comfortable with a good bed and a well supplied kitchen. The owner is upgrading to AC but we have been comfortable in the past with just the swamp cooler. For us the highlight is enjoying morning hikes in Joshua Tree National Park (only 20 minutes away), and then lazing in the pool in the afternoons. The property is quiet and secluded on unpaved back roads with almost no traffic going by. When we are not cooking for ourselves, we have developed our favorite places to eat in town including Natural Sisters for breakfast, Two Guys Pies for pizza, and La Copine for dinner takeout. We highly recommend this desert oasis for a fun summer getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Bliss
Our family of five really enjoyed our time at the ranch. Amazing views out each window and quiet peaceful solace. We wanted for nothing. Enjoyed cooking on the grill, walking the property and listening to the lovely record collection. Felt far away from everything yet close to what we needed. We loved our vacation and are already planning to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Karissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wildlife Abounds
We loved the location of this property - we saw and heard coyotes every day, as well as so many birds, lizards and ground squirrels. We initially needed some help with the pool and hot tub, but our host Marcus was very responsive and got things set up for us as quickly as possible.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loco for Rancho Loco!
Great home, great host and great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed.
Nice place and a great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maja A., We are driving to California from Muskoka Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming and comfortable
A spacious, attractive and comfortable property. Beautiful views through windows and well equipped kitchen. We will definitely rent here again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing time at this property! It was clean and convenient!
We cannot express just how amazing this place is! It’s truly a home away from home…with everything you could possibly need at your fingertips. We appreciate that it is dog friendly since our dogs are family and this trip wouldn’t have been the same without them with us! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful desert escape
We had a wonderful week at this property. We loved using the pool and the guest house for a friend to stay with us for a few days! The location was perfect! The house was a short drive to Joshua Tree National Park's west entrance which was wonderful. Marcus was a great host and got back to me quickly every time I reached out. We will stay here again! Beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful desert retreat
Can not recommend this property highly enough. All the creature comforts of home great internet and a pool that is perfectly situated between the main house and studio. Lazy nights by the pool are rewarded with amazing sunsets from the sun deck. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat Guest - Property Delivers Every Time!
This is our fifth stay at this house and it never disappoints. Great communication with Marcus and gorgeous property with lovely views of the desert with plenty of privacy. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Desert Trip
Great stay! This was our 6th year visiting the property! The property had several amazing upgrades that made our trip memorable! We don’t want to spoil anything but this house has everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Very enoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

nicole m., altadena

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Desert Rural Getaway
Orange hints At every horizon in the hour before sunrise, crisp honesty of desert heat and no humidity, a comfortable home with a sparkling pool, hiking and biking in every direction, and only 10 minutes to a regular grocery store. We love it every summer - 3 generations for a week or more. The two houses give you the privacy you need, the pool cools you, and we’ll apportioned kitchen with a long table in or out to feed the crew. You’ll love this place and the wonderful easygoing owners.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022