The Inca Trail Residence

yucca valley, joshua tree
3 bedroom - 2 bath
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$294 - $1,061 per night (USD)
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Perks for the Parents

A super stylish desert retreat designed by the architects behind the ‘Black Desert House’, with glorious views over the Joshua Tree National Park. It sleeps 6. Located in a peaceful neighborhood, the residence is set within an acre of native gardens giving guests privacy with the convenience of having Yucca Valley amenities on the doorstep. Luxury contemporary design meets arid natural beauty with floor to ceiling sliding glass doors and windows drinking in the scenery from every direction. The sleek living areas are open plan in style making it easy for parents to keep an eye on kids playing outside and in, whilst they relax on the cool interior sofa or the terrace sun loungers. For active guests, yoga mats are provided and for post-workout relaxation, the hot tub offers the perfect spot from which to soak in the views. Parents can be sure of a restful night with 3 kingsize bedrooms all kitted out with memory foam mattresses, 600 thread count sheets, Bella Notte bed linens, a pillow/duvet menu and blackout blinds. The primary bedroom additionally benefits from a luxury giant bathtub, perfect for indulging in a lengthy soak after a day out exploring the local trails.

Why Kids Love it

With a national park practically in the back yard and epic desert scenery all around, this is the perfect base for mini adventurers. Energetic and nature loving kids will love exploring desert trails with accessible hiking routes and plenty of cacti and wildlife to spot. Quail, floppy eared rabbits and other visitors can be seen in the residence's own garden, attracted by the water fountain. All explorers need some downtime and there’s plenty on offer inside with games, toys and books for kids of all ages. A pack and play, high chair, travel crib and tableware are conveniently provided for younger guests. There’s a colorful living room with a Bluetooth sound system and 65” flatscreen TV with Apple TV, Disney+, HBO, Netflix and cable, ideal for laid-back movie nights or catching up with a latest series or game. Mealtimes are a fun occasion here with an outdoor grill and a large alfresco terrace for sunset BBQs.

Things to Know

Minimum stay: 5 nights. Please note that the garden and the hot tub are unfenced and younger children should be supervised at all times. There are prickly cacti in the yard and wildlife such as bobcats occasionally come by at dusk; spiders and bugs may get into the house if the sliding doors are left open. There is air conditioning and fast Wi-Fi throughout the property. The fireplace at the property is gas powered. The property has a laundry room including a washer and a dryer. There is an outdoor natural gas grill. The residence is designed to be energy efficient, using passive solar as well as solar panels. Pets are welcome; please let the hosts know at time of booking if planning to bring a pet. Film and photo shoots are allowed but must have a permit from the county and a locations manager booked via Locations Unlimited. Please note that there is a security camera at the residence, located on the garage. There is private parking for up to 4 cars. Check-in from 3pm; Check out: 11am.

About the Location

The residence is located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Yukka Valley which has grocery stores, shops, restaurants and the Hi-desert Nature Museum. It is also the gateway to the Joshua Tree National Park, the entrance to which is just up the road with many accessible hiking trails. There are several stables offering horse trekking in the area, a short drive from the property. Downtown Joshua Tree which has the Joshua Tree Friendly Hills Park with climbing frame and playground, is around a 15 minute drive. Keys Ranch, a historic ranching station set in a canyon with guided tours is around 30 minutes’ drive. Palm Springs shops and restaurants are 35 minutes’ away and Coachella is under an hour’s drive. The nearest airport is Palm Springs international which is 45 minutes by car.

Accommodation Details

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms set over 1 floor. The spacious living area is open plan in style with a living room, dining table and kitchen. The living room comes with mid-century modern style armchairs, a large corner sofa, a flatscreen TV with cable and Roku, a record player, a Bluetooth sound system and a gas fireplace. A glass-topped dining table seating 6 is situated in the middle with a kitchen island breakfast bar just behind seating a further 3 on bar stools. The contemporary kitchen is stocked with everything a guest could require including a dishwasher, double oven, coffee makers and a rice cooker. Leading away from the living space is a long hall way where the laundry room (including a washer, dryer and iron), and the residence’s 3 bedrooms are located. All bedrooms have kingsize beds, with the primary bedroom including a TV, an ensuite bathroom with bathtub, a dining table for 4 and a private patio. There is a shared bathroom with a bathtub, an overhead shower and complimentary toiletries for the other 2. Sliding glass doors and large picture windows are installed throughout the house, providing terrace access from the primary bedroom and the main living areas. The shaded terrace comes with 2 sun-loungers, 2 chairs and a hot tub, with the native garden just beyond.

Style Notes

Mid-century desert oasis. This artfully designed residence seamlessly blends contemporary style with arid, mountainous beauty, offering stunning views of the Joshua National Park. Nestled into the landscape, the scenery is invited in throughout with sweeping floor to ceiling glass windows and sliding doors. Interiors are simple yet undeniably stylish with mid-century modern furnishings, bold geometric patterns, colorful textiles and handpicked contemporary artworks from notable Southern Californian artists. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated to inspire and reflect the incredible setting. Luxury cotton linens and plush featherdown pillows add softness and comfort to the polished floors and white walls of the bedrooms while statement wall canvases and throws add warmth and character to the living areas. Outside, the native gardens with their verdant green cacti and desert scrub plants provide wilderness retreat vibes. We love the terrace hot tub, perfectly situated for sitting back and soaking in the epic mountain scenery and ever-changing desert skies.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Baby Bath
  • Baby Monitor
  • Babysitter / Nanny
  • Backyard / Garden
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Bed Rails
  • Bicycles
  • Cabinet Locks
  • Changing Table
  • Chef / Catering
  • Children's Dinnerware
  • Corner Guards
  • DVD Library
  • DVD Player
  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Fireplace Guards
  • Game Console
  • High Chair
  • Housekeeper
  • Outlet Plugs
  • Parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Pool Gate
  • Stair Gates
  • Television
  • Toys / Children's Books
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Wifi
  • Window Guards
SLEEPS 6
3 king
sleeps 1
1 travel crib
Payment policy
When a host accepts your booking, we will automatically charge your card 30% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance if the check in date is more than 6 weeks away. We will send you a balance payment reminder at 6 weeks before check in and you will be required to submit your payment to finalise your reservation. If a host accepts your booking and the check in date is 6 weeks away or less, we will charge your card 100% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance.
Cancellation policy
For cancellations notified up to 6 weeks before the check in date, guests will receive a refund of any amount paid less 15% of the total cost of the booking. For cancellations notified at 6 weeks or less before the check in date, no refunds are given unless the host agrees. If a host does agree to a full or partial refund, this amount will be returned to the guest less 15% of the total cost of the booking. Some hosts will also allow a stay to be rescheduled. Guests should contact their host for further information regarding any request to change the dates of a stay.
Joann S.
Member since October 04, 2013
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I live in Los Angeles and escape to the desert as often as I can. When I can't, I love that other families can create memories there.

Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree

Art, the desert and a dose of bohemian living

This town in San Bernardino County, California is great for a weekend getaway from Los Angeles or San Diego, and sits on the edge of the Joshua Tree National Park. Expect art, the desert and a healthy dose of bohemia. Rock climbing and hikes are firmly on the list of things to do nearby; add to that small animals, and nearby Pioneertown, a former Western set turned tourist attraction, and the kids will be happy too.

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