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Outdoor spa tub
Beach
Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Twentynine Palms, CA
  • Sheep Hole Mountains
    14 min drive
  • Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center
    32 min drive
  • Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance
    37 min drive
  • Twentynine Palms, CA (TNP)
    24 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.

Wonder House: A Peaceful Desert Oasis With Great Views, Pool & Hot Tub

Stay with us for two nights between June 15 and August 31, 2024 and get a third night free!

Unplug and unwind in the tranquility of the desert. Take in 270-degree mountain views from the newly remodeled, 1950s modern-rustic retreat with no one to disturb you. Rock the day away in serenity in a hammock under the patio, soak in seclusion in the pool or hot tub under an incredible star-filled sky or snuggle up by the fireplace watching movies. Let your pup stretch his legs in the fully fenced acre or stroll the full five-acre property and beyond on the surrounding, expansive Public land.

The Space:
Wonder House is off the beaten path and is perfect for those looking to relax in the serenity and quiet. It is highly likely you will not see another person (even in the distance) during your stay!

Pet-friendly, comfy and well-stocked with two bedrooms and one bath, full kitchen plus a grill, heat and A/C, WiFi, Smart TV, Bluetooth speakers, fire pit (we do not supply firewood), hot tub, stock tank pool (open seasonally from April until October) and queen-sized memory foam mattresses, you can enjoy all the amenities of home without the noise or the neighbors. Large windows showcase amazing views of nearby Sheep Hole Pass (great for pet-friendly hiking) and Cleghorn Wilderness Area. *For your planning purposes, please note there is not a washer/dryer or dishwasher in the house.

The property is five acres, with one acre fully fenced (and rattlesnake fenced for safety).

If you are traveling with friends or kids who do not want to share a bedroom, the couch pulls out into a queen size bed. If you would like to use it, there are linens in the bedroom trunk. Pulling the bed out makes the walkway to the bathroom tight, so we recommend folding it up when not in use.

*If you would like to bring more than two pets please contact me prior to booking.

The Neighborhood:
Wonder House is set in the Wonder Valley area of Twentynine Palms. Homesteaders in the 50s were given 5 acre parcels in the area to live on. Over time many of the homes were abandoned (sometimes leaving cars and trailers behind), but more and more are being purchased and renovated like Wonder House to become quiet and secluded vacation getaways! Seeing these old homes around is part of the charm of the area, and not unique to Wonder House or any vacation rental in the area.

The only neighboring properties are 350 and 500 feet from Wonder House. One is currently unoccupied, and the other was a past local business that has since been abandoned. Our guests enjoy privacy and quiet, and typically never see another human during their time at Wonder House!

Wonder House is just down the road from the Palms Restaurant and Bar, less than 20 minutes from the Joshua Tree National Park Visitor's Center, Smith’s Ranch Drive-In Theater and the town of Twentynine Palms. It is about 25 minutes to the North Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park (3 miles South of the intersection of Utah Trail and Highway 62 in Twentynine Palms).

Guest Access:
Fully fenced acre, five full acres
Surrounding Public land
Fire pit (we do not supply firewood)
Fireplace
Horseshoes
Hammocks
Yoga mats
Indoor and outdoor Bluetooth speakers
Hot tub
Seasonal cowboy pool open April until October
Gas grill
Full kitchen
Unlimited filtered drinking water and ice
Complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, tea and waffle mix
Stocked kitchen with pots, pans, cooking utensils, spices, oil etc
WiFi - fastest WiFi in our rural area. Please note, if many people are on the satellite network at once (nights and weekends) it can be a bit slow for streaming. However, our guests have reported it works great for working and streaming during the weekdays.
Smart TV with Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, etc
Heat/AC
Queen-sized memory foam mattresses

Interaction With Guests:
There is a keypad for easy check in/out. We are not on site but are available by phone, text or email if you have questions during your stay!
At this vacation home, you'll find features like an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the spa tub
  • 9 minutes by car from Mojave Trails National Monument and 14 minutes from Sheep Hole Mountains
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

Melissa and Paul Ruthenbeck-Chiaramonte

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Housetrained, non destructive dogs

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
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-2021-00342

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Wonder House: A Peaceful Desert Oasis With Great Views, Pool & Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Getaway
This place is wonderfully isolated and solitary feeling. The amenities are so carefully considered and detailed. It feels just casual and lived in enough that you can tell the owners are stay here regularly. The style is perfectly curated and feels just right for the place (the opinion of two professional designers who stayed together.) There's none of the "weird bits" that you typically get in vacation rentals, everything is just so crisp and well thought out. Highly recommend for a little getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiho P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love Wander house!!
It was our second time back and we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Little Place
This is an amazing place for quite and beauriful landscape. The property is very cute and stocked with everything. Getting up early to watch the sunrise in the hot tub was the best ever. The stars are gorgeous. Swinging in the hammock and watching the stars, just so cool. We had the perfect weekend. For sure will be coming when it is cooler to enjoy more of the beauty of this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Free your mind in the desert
Such an amazing place. Great house and amenities. Clean and organized. If you want to stay in the middle of the desert with absolutely no city noise or lights stay here. Amazing property to sit out at night and open your mind to the universe. Coming back soon!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Really enjoyed Wonder House, lots of little touches that really enhanced the stay. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay in the desert
Had an absolutely amazing time staying here- amazing night star gazing in the wide open space and enjoyed the comfortable, beautiful house. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Looked even better than the pictures. 10/10 high recommend. The night sky was incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hank B., Huntington Beach and sometimes Maui

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip number 7 to Wonderhouse
Once again, for our seventh time, we found Wonderhouse to be the idea place for escaping reality! This is the ideal place for nighttime photography or deepsky astro and the main reason we come. The house is perfectly comfortable, safe and remotely located. With the Scenic highway closed right now, there was almost no traffic on Amboy Road making it exceedingly quiet! Thank you again Melissa! We love it here. And thank you Liz who takes care of the place too! Always the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

K. S., Oak Park, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful desert oasis
My daughter and I stayed at Wonder House while we visited Joshua Tree National Park. The location was wonderful and helped us really appreciate the big sky and mountain views -- especially from the hot tub! The hosts were helpful and communicative, and the home was filled with thoughtful touches. Truly a top-notch experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Desert getaway
This was a very nice house perfectly set in the middle of nowhere. We went to take pictures of the Milkyway and were very happy with the location. It’s a great house to relax in and outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views & Relaxing Atmosphere
We were able to easily access the property, all essentials were available (kitchenware fully stocked, goodies left for the kids, even past travelers left behind firewood!) and the property was well maintained. This property had the best views that I've ever seen, and the kiddos had a blast running around in the fenced in area. One thing that I noticed, there wasn't a washer/dryer available. We were only there a few days, but if you plan on staying an extended time, just make sure to pack extra; the closest town is about 20-30min drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hank B., Huntington Beach and sometimes Maui

Liked: Cleanliness
Thunder House!
Our 8th trip to Wonderhouse. That speaks volumes! This is a great place to experience the beauty of the California desert and the skies that were very alive this trip! We had monsoon weather and one great thunderstorm! We'll post a video on YouTube (wonderhouse storm) shortly. As always, Melissa is the best host and we love the style of the place and the comfort and security. I'm probably going to write a dozen more of these reviews in the future! This is our fav place in the desert. Thanks again guys for your wonderful hospitality. This was one of our best trips ever.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi V., Chino, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and quiet
This cabin was in a very quiet and private area. We were looking to get away from it all, and this was perfect. We didn't see anyone the whole weekend. The cabin was very clean and well-stocked. We brought our two dogs, and they had a blast. The fence was very secure for them. We enjoyed the star gazing in the hot tub in the evenings. We explored Amboy Crater which was only half an hour away. This place was great and we will be booking again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcie Lynne M., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace, Love and a Wonderful time.
Wonder House is the BEST kept gem of all the vacation rental sites I've used! Hands Down!!! Stay here & watch the sunrise, the sunset, soak in the hot tub, float in the pool, build a giant fire in the fire pit, nap in a hammock, sleep on the amazin beds, find Wanda, etc....But most of all, be grateful you found Wonder House ♡ ~ Marcie from Phoenix, Arizona p.s. I can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis M., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Desert Oasis
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Wonder Valley. The Oasis was well equipped, clean and comfortable. We particularly enjoyed our mornings taking in the view and desert scents. It is situated fairly close to the Joshua Tree National Park and we spent some time there exploring and a day over at the Mojave National Preserve ( a hidden gem!). Good communication with the host(s). We would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
INCREDIBLE
Everything was impeccable at this stunning house. I cannot wait to return! We watched the stars drift by while lounging in the hot tub, relaxed in the hammocks, and slept like babies! The hosts have provided so many thoughtful details. The Wonderhouse is INCREDIBLE!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
Wonder House is a great destination to get away from it all. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ron r., Naperville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Ron
Exactly as advertised! Great retreat site. Everything exceeded expectations.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaunna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time at Wonder House
This stay was everything I had hoped for and more. The property was pristine and welcoming and the hot tub was a delight after long days hiking. We already can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hank B., Huntington Beach and sometimes Maui

Liked: Cleanliness
Number 7 and counting
This was our 7th trip to Wonderhouse. Why? Because the location is great, the solitude, the quiet, the open skies, the fresh air, but that is all just the outside! Melissa and Paul have really invested well in giving guests a very comfortable place! New floors have been added and the place is very well maintained, and it is always super clean and comfortable not matter what the weather. We came out for our 45th wedding anniversary, pretending to be "off grid" from everyone else, Shhh don't tell, but the internet and cell service is fine and everything you can need is provided. Thanks AGAIN Melissa and Paul, we'll be back again, and again. Aloha! H&S
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Myles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape from reality
The House not only exceeded our expectations but had so many places to chill out and stargaze, it was a bit windy towards the evening but the interior of the place was wonderful, this was our second time staying here and definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonder House is Wonderful!
We had an amazing time at Wonder House! It's so remote in the middle of nowhere with complete privacy and relaxation, yet not too far from Joshua Tree and "civilization." The house was extremely clean and the hosts' attention to detail was so impressive. Everything was comfortable and welcoming (including dog friendly). Our favorite feature was the cowboy pool which somehow stayed a perfect refreshing temperature all the time! We highly recommend this property for a perfect, relaxing desert getaway :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Wanderville
My family and I enjoyed a quick getaway in the middle of nowhere. It was just what we needed. Great colors and artistry adorn the clean, cool inside of this charming home. Step outside and enjoy a cool down in a cowboy bathtub and stand in the wind. The quiet and expanse soothe a busy mind, and the grand expanse in the valley with mountains all around offers a calming hug. Get too hot and enjoy the great cool indoors but don't forget to catch that sunset. There is nothing as grand as an unobstructed sunset in the desert. You can see stars, shooting stars, and a little milky way when it gets dark. It was a wonderful and fun family time for us. I hope you enjoy it too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome desert experience with an artistically decorated house, outdoor jacuzzi, campfire spot and great visibility for stargazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre M., California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Dessert Oasis
Immediately the Wonder Home made us feel at home - the back patio was magical, and the addition of the pool made the area an oasis - we were lucky enough to be here for a meteor shower, the night skies are incredibly bright at this peaceful, safe and remote location - open, peaceful desert views - pure WOW - inside the home, the design detailing was incredibly stylish and fabulous in every way - if there was a 10star I’d give it that rating - Mellisa was wonderfully responsive and thoughtful- you will not be disappointed- it truly is an oasis
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022